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.
Pre-registration is required for programs and may be done by calling 908-722-1200, ext. 5322. or NJ Relay at 711 for individuals with a hearing or speech impairment. Registration is available online at www.somersetcountyparks.org
PARENT/CHILD PROGRAMS
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Squirmy Wormies!
Tuesday, May 1 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M
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Children age infant to 5 with a parent will learn about the importance of
worms and build a worm habitat to take home.
Fee is $10 per pair and $5 per additional child.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or 908-722-1200 x.5322. Advance payment required.
Story Hour – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, May 5 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
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 908-722-1200 x.5322.
CHILDREN/TEEN PROGRAMS
Tree House Gang
Thursdays, May 3, 10, 17, and 24 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 either 4-day session
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or 908-722-1200 x.5322. Advance payment required.
Swamp Kids
Thursdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 4:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Children age 8 to 10 will join a Naturalist to explore nature, expand
curiosity, and have fun in the great outdoors. Each week will
explore a different theme.
Fee is $30 per person for the 5-session program.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or 908-722-1200,
ext. 5322.
Advance payment required.
The Green Team – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, May 5 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Children ages 12 to 15 - Is natural science a subject you find interesting?
Do you like the outdoors? Is the Great Swamp a place you like to
visit? If so, join the Environmental Education Center Naturalists
and contribute your talents to fun and educational projects and
special events.
Pre-registration is required.
The program is free
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5322.
FAMILY/ADULT PROGRAMS
Forest Fitness Tuesdays
Tuesdays, May 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.
Adults are invited to join a Naturalist-led weekly walking group, enjoying
nature along the level trails of Lord Stirling Park.
Fee is $25 for the 5-day program.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or 908-722-1200 x.5322. Advance payment required.
Woodland Wildflowers - FREE PROGRAM
Friday, May 4 from 10:30 P.M. to 11:30 P.M.
Adults will join a Naturalist for a leisurely walk through Lord Stirling
Park in search of wildflowers carpeting the forest floor.
Program is free.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or 908-722-1200 x.5322.
Saturday Bird Walks – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, May 5 from 6:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M.
Join a Naturalist on a trek along the trails of Lord Stirling Park looking for
migrant species that pass through the area this time of year.
The program is free.
Information is available at at www.somersetcountyparks.org or 908-722-
1200, x5322.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, May 5 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.
For information, call 908-722-1200, Ext. 5322.
Forest Fitness Sundays
Sundays, May 6, 13, 20, and 27 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 program.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-
1200, ext. 5322.
Advance payment required.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Sunday, May 6 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.
For information, call 908-722-1200, Ext. 5322.
“The Great Swamp Experience,” on the lower level at the EEC, features interactive displays, vignettes, taxidermy, and archeological artifacts highlighting the history and ecology of the Great Swamp. The exhibit is open 7 days a week from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission Is free. Please note that dog walking is not permitted on the trails at the Environmental Education Center.
