I’ve tested the water for any signs of bacteria using a Varify complete water testing kit mid October 2020. No presence of E. coli even though
signs state otherwise. Also tested for Hepatitis A— no presence. Water is clean. The water flow was half of what is used to be a year ago so perhaps this is typical.
thank you for the water test and results. I collect about 6 gallons a week and run it through a gravity 2 stage filter at home. Benn doing this for almost a year.
in the future maybe a cooperative can be formed to share the expenses for testing and have it done regularly.
I tested the water earlier this year. Its ph is between 6.5 and 7.
Btw high as alkaline water doesnt mean it will make your body more alkaline (think of lemon or acv). I have some resources on that if your interested. I drink this water regularly but I also run it through filters at home.
Have been drinking for about a week now and it tastes wonderful. No side effects for me. Met two different people that have been drinking it for several years without any issues.
A few years back we held a major blessing ceremony at Locust Grove with a high Buddhist lama who is also a Tibetan physician.
It is surely a blessed place 🙂
The GPS coordinates are a bit off from where the spring actually is. It’ll be more exact if you type in South Mountain Reservation Fairy Trail in Google Maps. You’ll have to pull into the parking lot of the reservation, take the right at the fork, past the map of the park, and past a picnic bench to the left, and you’ll see the spring fenced in to the left. I first harvested water here in Nov 2022. The water was fine. It wasn’t the best tasting but didn’t feel or taste off in any way. I came back again a week later, super fast flow, harvested about 22 gallons, and the water is different. I’m getting stomach cramps and upset stomach. The search continues for a solid spring in the NY/NJ area…going to try Thompson Park Spring next.
I am a local, home-town N.J. resident. And to whomever originally posted info about this spring, I would like to know how the area looks in term of snow coverage/ice? So I may take a day trip to collect some blessed, cosmic-crystalline water.
My first visit was today 3/25/11 I took 3 gallons test the PH at around 6.3
Found directions posted by Kali Lilla on her website http://thelabrawtory.com/about/
“It is at the entrance to the South Mountain reservation at Glen Ave &
Lackawanna Pl in Millburn. After you park in the parking lot follow the path
to the right towards the picnic tables. As you walk up the hill of the path,
you will see the spring to the left behind a wire fence. There is a sign
that says the water is not fit for human consumption and was tested to have
e coli. I have been drinking from it for months now without problem. Drink
at your own risk. 😉 Peace… ”
Conrad, Peace and all good
HI there! So happy to have found this so close to home! Has anyone been there recently? Thinking of taking a drive and filling some bottles this weekend! My dad in Italy used to do this all the time they would never drink the water from the tap. I saw what is in our plumbing pipes and it is not good!
was there today 11/3/2011 and there was a new sign stating that the water has no E.Coli which is what the previous sign from 2009 had stated. i have pics of the sign that has the lab info which did the test. i will inquire myself about more results and post them as i get them. I trust it and will try the water that i got and post back if any after effects 🙂 Im pretty confident that there wont be any. I just realized that the lab result photo had the lab info cut off. Sorry. im sure i will visit soon as i live 20 min. away. If anyone has more info please share so i can have a piece of mind.
Anthony
Since the tds is a lil high. I would consider it a mineral water. So maybe it shouldn’t be consumed 24/7 all day long. It’s more of a therapeutic drink 🙂
Yeah I just posted above. I tested the water. Its fine but the total dissolved solids is somewhat high. Everybodys different. You might be allergic to a specific mineral in the water, or I would recommend drinking minute amounts :))
I was here the other day and could not find the spring. The location they give you on the map is not accurate. Can someone help me find where the spring is in the park?
Thank you so much for the test results Dr. Karlosi, it’s given me a comfort, and I’d much rather have natural spring water. I just learned the stream was there and I pass it 2-3 times a week, often to go buy water. As soon as the snow melts I’m filling my bottles. Hoping nothing has changed. :-/
Again, thank you!
TESTED RECENTLY! POSITIVE FOR COLIFORM BACTERIA! I recently bought a home test kit and the findings are as follows. Total Hardiness=100ppm , Total Chlorine=0ppm, Akalinity=6.2, Nitrite=0, Nitrate=0, Copper=0.3ppm, Iron=0.2ppm, Coliform Bacteria Present=YES, Pesticides(Atrazine/Simazine)=Negative, Lead=Negative. …………… Sorry to kill any vibes but drink at own risk. Made mistake of drinking before testing. 🙁 ….. Test used was “H20 OK PLUS”.
Several months ago (October 2015) I bottled a half dozen 5 gallon containers and stored them until they were ready for my testing with a water test kit.
In a nutshell, the water is perfectly safe for human consumption. Water tested negative for any bacteria.
Water was also tested for lead and pesticides—negative for both. Nitrate test shows no signs of Nitrates or Nitrites. PH level is10. Hardness is about 250 ppm. Chlorine is 0. Enjoy.
Thank you, I live in Millburn and we went to this well since I can remember. I moved back and it has been fenced. Thank you I will find my way up to my old stomping grounds feeling good.
Thank you so much for the test results Dr. Karlosi, it’s given me a comfort, and I’d much rather have natural spring water. I just learned the stream was there and I pass it 2-3 times a week, often to go buy water. As soon as the snow melts I’m filling my bottles. Hoping nothing has changed. :-/
Again, thank you!
Just recently went to the spring it still has signs of being contamited with E. coli but it was tested 2011 but the dr who commented on here said it was clear of all bacteria which he tested in 2015 so I’ll go with results
Drinking pure spring water is one of the most important things we can do for our health. Our bodies are over 99% water at the molecular level, so water affects every aspect of our biology. Yet, not all water is created equal. Almost all the bottled spring water available is pasteurized for shelf stability, which neutralizes many of the powerful health benefits such as increased hydrogen, healthy probiotics, and crystalline structure. For more about why unprocessed spring water is the best water to drink, read this.
The best way to guarantee you are getting real unprocessed spring water is to collect it yourself. This is a short and simple guide filled with information about how to gather spring water. We will cover how to find a spring, how to collect the water, how to honor the spring, how to store the water properly and other tips.
FindASpring.org is the best resource for locating a spring near you. However, not all springs are on the map. First, check the map to see if there is a spring in your local area. If there is, look at the reviews and comments. Has anyone shared helpful information about flow rate or posted a water test result? Is the spring in a pristine area? Do a bit of research and make sure the spring is safe to drink from. If you have any doubt about the purity, don’t risk it and get a water test, HERE. If you don’t see a spring on the map in your area, there still might be some that aren’t listed yet. First, ask the older generation who have lived in your area a long time if they know. You can also ask people in your community who might already get spring water such as people at a health food store or at a farmers market. Another great option is to view A US forest service map, where many springs have been marked. You can view these maps through the Gaia GPS or All Trails hiking apps on your phone. The map overlay you want is USGS Topo. Not all are easily accessible or ideal for drinking, but some are and it can be a fun adventure to find them. We have found over half a dozen great springs this way.
Once you’ve found your spring, figure out how you are going to gather the water. Is it right on the side of the road and easy to access or do you have to hike to it? We recommend storing spring water in glass instead of plastic to preserve the purity of the water. It is better for the environment, your body, and the water. Even BPA free plastic has toxic chemicals that can leach into water and cause health issues. If you do want to use plastic for safety reasons when filling at the spring, we recommend transferring the water to glass as soon as possible. FindASpring is sponsored by Alive Waters, which offers beautiful reusable glass. They have a 2.5 gallon option, which is a convenient size for carrying that isn’t too heavy. They also sell handles that you can use to transport the jugs even more easily. If you have to hike to access the spring, we recommend putting the water jugs into an extra large backpack to hike the water out with ease. We use Osprey packs that hold 2 jugs each. You can also use a wheelbarrow or even a stroller depending on how easy a walk it is.
Filling 2.5 Gallon Alive Waters Jug
When you get to the spring, remember to first give back before you take. Springs are considered sacred in indigenous cultures around the world for their life giving water and also as a connection to the inner earth. A powerful and simple way to give back is to clean up. Is there any trash that needs to be collected? Could you move any dead leaves or sticks to improve the flow rate? Show up in service. Some other wonderful ways to give is with a moment of expressing verbal gratitude, singing songs to the water, offering the water an ethically sourced crystal, a feather, or some other physical gift. Flowers are a popular and beautiful thing to offer, but please be careful to source organic ones as most flowers from the store are sprayed with pesticides and can be toxic to put near a spring. Also, flowers can attract bugs as they decay, so it can be best to offer them to the flowing water directly or a little downstream from the spring head.
When gathering the water, fill the jug as close to the spring head as possible, never gather downstream. Be very careful as wet glass is extremely slippery. Make sure the lid is securely fastened. When transporting the spring water home, the jugs can sometimes slide around the car. Secure them in place or wrap them with towels or something so they don’t crash into each other.
How you store your spring water is essential. It is not pasteurized like spring water from the store, so it will start growing algae if left in direct sunlight. This is good because it means it’s alive! If the water you drink can’t even support the most basic life forms, how do you think it will support your body? Store your water in a cool, dark place such as a dark corner, pantry or closet. The fridge is ideal if you have room. Some people prefer to filter their water through a Berkey filter before drinking, but if the spring is pure, it’s not necessary. We drink our spring water completely unfiltered.
How long the water stays good for depends on how cold a temperature it’s stored at. Spring water is best fresh. We personally do not prefer to drink spring water past 2 weeks old. However, we know other people that will drink it at a month old. It’s great to get in a rhythm where you know how long the water lasts you and put your collection day on the calendar in advance.
I believe that water is calling us to reconnect with her in the deepest way, to gather our own water. Just like our ancestors did. Our ancestors didn’t have fancy water machines. They also didn’t create villages or settle where there was no water. Water was revered as the center of the community and the nodal point around which life could spiral out and take root.
Here’s to restoring the sacred connection with the waters of life.
Written by Dakota Chanel. Water Priestess and Ceremonialist. DakotaChanel.com
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I’ve tested the water for any signs of bacteria using a Varify complete water testing kit mid October 2020. No presence of E. coli even though
signs state otherwise. Also tested for Hepatitis A— no presence. Water is clean. The water flow was half of what is used to be a year ago so perhaps this is typical.
thank you for the water test and results. I collect about 6 gallons a week and run it through a gravity 2 stage filter at home. Benn doing this for almost a year.
in the future maybe a cooperative can be formed to share the expenses for testing and have it done regularly.
Whats the ph and iam so new to this so i just go there with my pitcher n collect water? Do i need to filter it and how?
I tested the water earlier this year. Its ph is between 6.5 and 7.
Btw high as alkaline water doesnt mean it will make your body more alkaline (think of lemon or acv). I have some resources on that if your interested. I drink this water regularly but I also run it through filters at home.
Hi, what type of filters do you use?
I do not filter the water at all
Sorry i just saw you said you use a filter lol do you have the link to which filter u purchased or exact name
Could you post the test results here? The water flow increases and decreases seasonally and with current weather conditions as well.
Yes, the water Flo decreases and increases
Have been drinking for about a week now and it tastes wonderful. No side effects for me. Met two different people that have been drinking it for several years without any issues.
Went to the spring yesterday 07/24/23. The water tasted great, tested the ph came out to 7.
A few years back we held a major blessing ceremony at Locust Grove with a high Buddhist lama who is also a Tibetan physician.
It is surely a blessed place 🙂
You got to be kidding me right? You really should have kept that nonsense to yourself bro.
What’s the problem? Scared that a Buddhist Lama might contaminate the water?
The GPS coordinates are a bit off from where the spring actually is. It’ll be more exact if you type in South Mountain Reservation Fairy Trail in Google Maps. You’ll have to pull into the parking lot of the reservation, take the right at the fork, past the map of the park, and past a picnic bench to the left, and you’ll see the spring fenced in to the left. I first harvested water here in Nov 2022. The water was fine. It wasn’t the best tasting but didn’t feel or taste off in any way. I came back again a week later, super fast flow, harvested about 22 gallons, and the water is different. I’m getting stomach cramps and upset stomach. The search continues for a solid spring in the NY/NJ area…going to try Thompson Park Spring next.
Has anyone gone here lately
August 2021
I am a local, home-town N.J. resident. And to whomever originally posted info about this spring, I would like to know how the area looks in term of snow coverage/ice? So I may take a day trip to collect some blessed, cosmic-crystalline water.
where do i find it….is it off the road or a hike off a trail?
My first visit was today 3/25/11 I took 3 gallons test the PH at around 6.3
Found directions posted by Kali Lilla on her website
http://thelabrawtory.com/about/
“It is at the entrance to the South Mountain reservation at Glen Ave &
Lackawanna Pl in Millburn. After you park in the parking lot follow the path
to the right towards the picnic tables. As you walk up the hill of the path,
you will see the spring to the left behind a wire fence. There is a sign
that says the water is not fit for human consumption and was tested to have
e coli. I have been drinking from it for months now without problem. Drink
at your own risk. 😉 Peace… ”
Conrad, Peace and all good
The area is always a bit soggy, and definitely snow is NOT removed in winter.
Spring runs year round.
The spring is gated and locked 🙁
The back of fence is removed, you can just walk around it.
Is gated not locked
Not really walk around it
HI there! So happy to have found this so close to home! Has anyone been there recently? Thinking of taking a drive and filling some bottles this weekend! My dad in Italy used to do this all the time they would never drink the water from the tap. I saw what is in our plumbing pipes and it is not good!
was there today 11/3/2011 and there was a new sign stating that the water has no E.Coli which is what the previous sign from 2009 had stated. i have pics of the sign that has the lab info which did the test. i will inquire myself about more results and post them as i get them. I trust it and will try the water that i got and post back if any after effects 🙂 Im pretty confident that there wont be any. I just realized that the lab result photo had the lab info cut off. Sorry. im sure i will visit soon as i live 20 min. away. If anyone has more info please share so i can have a piece of mind.
Anthony
Aug. 7, 2011 Ph. 7.56 – Tds. 268
Since the tds is a lil high. I would consider it a mineral water. So maybe it shouldn’t be consumed 24/7 all day long. It’s more of a therapeutic drink 🙂
I have been drinking water that I harvested on 3/25. I have developed a rash can I be allergic to something in this water?
Yeah I just posted above. I tested the water. Its fine but the total dissolved solids is somewhat high. Everybodys different. You might be allergic to a specific mineral in the water, or I would recommend drinking minute amounts :))
I was here the other day and could not find the spring. The location they give you on the map is not accurate. Can someone help me find where the spring is in the park?
Thank you so much for the test results Dr. Karlosi, it’s given me a comfort, and I’d much rather have natural spring water. I just learned the stream was there and I pass it 2-3 times a week, often to go buy water. As soon as the snow melts I’m filling my bottles. Hoping nothing has changed. :-/
Again, thank you!
hi, I am looking for one that’s free. so far the ones on thus site is no longer there. is this one in Millburn still there
Hi Zarad, have you been to the spring? I am new to NJ and trying to find a suitable spring to collect water. Thanks!
Hello, can you tell me if the spring water is still accessible?
TESTED RECENTLY! POSITIVE FOR COLIFORM BACTERIA! I recently bought a home test kit and the findings are as follows. Total Hardiness=100ppm , Total Chlorine=0ppm, Akalinity=6.2, Nitrite=0, Nitrate=0, Copper=0.3ppm, Iron=0.2ppm, Coliform Bacteria Present=YES, Pesticides(Atrazine/Simazine)=Negative, Lead=Negative. …………… Sorry to kill any vibes but drink at own risk. Made mistake of drinking before testing. 🙁 ….. Test used was “H20 OK PLUS”.
Several months ago (October 2015) I bottled a half dozen 5 gallon containers and stored them until they were ready for my testing with a water test kit.
In a nutshell, the water is perfectly safe for human consumption. Water tested negative for any bacteria.
Water was also tested for lead and pesticides—negative for both. Nitrate test shows no signs of Nitrates or Nitrites. PH level is10. Hardness is about 250 ppm. Chlorine is 0. Enjoy.
Thank you, I live in Millburn and we went to this well since I can remember. I moved back and it has been fenced. Thank you I will find my way up to my old stomping grounds feeling good.
Has the water been tested recently?
Thank you so much for the test results Dr. Karlosi, it’s given me a comfort, and I’d much rather have natural spring water. I just learned the stream was there and I pass it 2-3 times a week, often to go buy water. As soon as the snow melts I’m filling my bottles. Hoping nothing has changed. :-/
Again, thank you!
Hi ZARAD did you by to check on the spring?
Or has anyone else gone to the spring lately?
I’m an new to the knowledge of spring water and would like to have more information. Thank you!
Tried, but couldn’t find it. ????
Just recently went to the spring it still has signs of being contamited with E. coli but it was tested 2011 but the dr who commented on here said it was clear of all bacteria which he tested in 2015 so I’ll go with results
Hi, has anyone been here recently? Tested recently? Im in town for a month and could use some good water! Thanks
Did you end up visiting this source recently? Is it good/drinkable? I need water! 🙂