Environmental Education Center Hosts Nature Programs For Groups

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — Groups of all ages can choose from more than 24 lectures and presentations about birds, bees, coyotes, critters, gardens, the rainforest, safaris, sea creatures and more. The Environmental Education Center’s (EEC’s) Naturalists will lead the programs that can be tailored according to the group’s needs and interests. Groups have the option to participate in virtual or in-person sessions and can schedule fall programs now.

Participants can choose to watch a presentation virtually in either two formats including a video link or PowerPoint presentation with a “live” presenter. Groups can also schedule in-person programs such as Naturalist-led PowerPoint lectures, or in-person hands-on programs with artifacts led by a Naturalist, or a combination of the two options.

A few of the programs available include:

• Basically Bats – In this class, participants will learn the basic biology about the only true flying mammal, the bat.
• Backyard Bears – Learn bear basics, such as what to do if you see a bear.
• Off the Coast – Learn about sea turtles that migrate for thousands of miles and discover how these creatures positively impact the environment.
• Passports to Penguins – Find out about penguins, the different types, where they live, what they eat and much more.
• (Scuba) Dive In – Explore the oceanic underworld virtually and discover the different habitats in the ocean.

For more information, or to schedule a group program contact Kurt Bender at 908-722-1200, ext. 5332 or kbender@scparks.org. Individuals with hearing or speech impairment can call the Relay Service @ 711.

Special Accommodations
Individuals with disabilities requiring modifications should provide notice three weeks before the start of the class by calling 908-722-1200, ext. 5324.

Somerset County Park Commission’s Non-Discrimination Policy
The Somerset County Park Commission welcomes everyone to participate in its programs and facilities regardless of race, color, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, or religious or political affiliation.

Environmental Education Center (EEC)
The EEC at Lord Stirling Park offers approximately nine miles of hiking trails, Naturalist-led programs, school field trips, fun festivals, nature-themed exhibits, facility and classroom rentals, a resource library, science and conservation research, and more. The EEC’s goal is to improve environmental literacy in Somerset County and beyond.

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This press release was produced by the Somerset County Government. The views expressed here are the author’s own.