The Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center at 190 Lord Stirling Road in Basking Ridge has scheduled the following Naturalist-led programs to help children and adults enjoy the wonders of nature in Somerset County. The Environmental Education Center provides many entertaining and educational programs for children and adults year around.
PARENT/CHILD PROGRAMS
Story Hour – FREE PROGRAM
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Saturday, January 21 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
Children ages infant to 5 with a parent will listen to a Naturalist read an
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environmental-based story and enjoy a short walk on the trails of
the EEC.
The program is free.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.
ADULT & FAMILY PROGRAMS
Nature Through A Child’s Eye – FREE PROGRAM
Daily through Sunday, February 5 from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M except
holidays
The entire family will enjoy the annual environment and nature art show featuring works from children from kindergarten through grade six in Somerset County schools.
Admission is free.
Tinicum NWR Birding – NEW!
Wednesday, January 18 from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Adult birders will join a Naturalist for a day of exploring America’s finest
urban refuge located within the city of Philadelphia and the
Delaware River estuary. Habitats include freshwater tidal marsh,
open water, mudflats, and woodlands supporting a diversity of
wildlife.
Fee is $50 per adult and $40 per senior.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Sunday, January 22 from 12:00 Noon to 1:00 P.M.
Family and friends will enjoy a Naturalist-led interpretive walk
through the Great Swamp.
The program is free and pre-registration is not required
Sleepy Snakes – FREE PROGRAM
Sunday, January 22 from 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Family and friends of all ages will learn the truth about snakes and dispel
the numerous incorrect myths.
The session is free.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.
Please note that dog walking is not permitted on the trails at the Environmental Education Center.
