More than thirty years ago, a few non-native carnivorous plants were introduced into a prime wetland in New Jersey. We provide a candid description of the events that followed, and the current state of affairs at this site. While it is now widely understood that such introductions of non-native plants into wildland areas are generally unwise, back then this knowledge was not so widespread. This paper is not intended to debate the merits or dangers of introducing non-native plants, nor is it intended as an exercise in laying blame. It is hoped, however, that future botanists encountering this site might find this paper illuminating and clarifying.