Burlington Island

 

The mission of the Friends of Burlington Island (FOBI) is to develop and maintain a unique island experience for the citizens of the Delaware Valley where they can hike, fish, and enjoy the tranquility of Mother Nature.

The FOBI aims to assist with a safe and responsible approach to opening Burlington Island for enjoyment by the public.  We particularly support programing for school age children to enable recreational and educational opportunities. 

 

Destination Anywhere: Burlington Island

Courtesy of Michael J. Franz (#mickeyshuffle) and his ‘Destination Anywhere’  series, the Friends of Burlington Island (FOBI) is grateful to have contributed to this wonderful video.

“On this episode of Destination Anywhere, we’re going to take a deep dive into the history of Burlington Island. Located in the Delaware River, between New Jersey and Pennsylvania, Burlington Island was the site of the first European settlement in New Jersey in the 1600s. By the 20th century, the island was home to an amusement park and would later become a vacation destination up until the late-1970s. With no permanent residents, Burlington Island is maintained by local volunteers striving to maintain and restore the glory of the island.”

Educational Programming Slideshow

United By Blue Cleanup

With each rainfall, centuries-old trash left on the Island leeches into the soil and runs into the freshwater lake or into the Delaware River, which provides drinking water to 15 million people.  In 2019, the NJ Department of Environmental Protection facilitated a massive cleanup that included United By Blue (UBB), an outdoor apparel brand.  After two weeks of intense coordination and labor and with the help of various public and private organizations, groups, and persons, 96,100 lbs. of trash was removed from  Burlington Island!!   

In addition to their commitment to sustainable materials, ethical manufacturing, and a zero-plastic policy, United By Blue (UBB) is making a tangible impact on ocean pollution.  For every product sold, one pound of trash is removed from waterways and oceans through company-organized cleanups.  By mobilizing the community in this effort, UBB aims to not only rid our shorelines of litter, but also to inspire individuals to live less wasteful lives.

Burlington Island Nature Slideshow

Safe Boating Tips

Safety is paramount when boating on any waterway, especially the Delaware River between Burlington, NJ and Bristol Borough, Pennsylvania. Friends of Burlington Island suggests all boaters understand tides.