The history of my Phenology spot, which lies on the property of the Burlington County club, dates back to the late 19th century (1890s). Henry Holt, a renowned publisher from New York City, purchased a significant portion of land (seller unknown) to build his summer mansion, “Fairholt.” The esteemed Fredrick Law Olmstead was the assigned architect for the project. Olmstead also oversaw the creation of “Fairholt Park.” In 1924, shortly before Henry Holt passed away, 150 acres of the Fairholt estate was purchased by a group of members of the Waubanakee Golf Club (which later became the Burlington Country Club). The club has maintained and owned the land since the purchase.
