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
Young Explorers Club
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Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, and 27 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
Children age infant to 5 with a parent will experience the wonders of
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nature through outdoor activities that stimulate the five senses.
Fee is $30 per pair and $15 per additional child for the 4-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
CHILDREN/TEEN PROGRAMS
KinderNats
Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, and 27 from 4:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Children ages 5 to 7 who are enrolled in kindergarten and first grade will
study science and explore the natural world through games,
Naturalist-led activities, and more.
Fee is $24 per person for the 4-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Tree House Gang
Thursdays, March 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 12:45 P.M. to 3:15 P.M.
Children ages 3 to 5 will be entertained and educated at these afternoon
science and nature classes. Program will include hikes, hands-on
activities, and interacting with live animals.
Fee is $65 per person for the4-day session
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
ADULT & FAMILY PROGRAMS
Forest Fitness
Tuesdays, March 7,14, 21, and 28 from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.
Adults are invited to join a weekly walking group, enjoying nature along
the level trails of Lord Stirling Park.
Fee is $20 for the 4-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Owl Prowl
Friday, March 10 from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Family and friends of all ages will explore the nocturnal world of the owl
with a PowerPoint presentation, pellet dissection and a night hike.
Fee is $12 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, March 11 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.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.
Please note that dog walking is not permitted on the trails at the Environmental Education Center.
