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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Young Explorers Club
Mondays, May 7, 14, and 21 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
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Children age infant to 5 with a parent will experience the wonders of
nature through outdoor activities that stimulate the five senses.
Fee is $22 per pair and $11 per additional child for the 3-day session
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5322.
Advance payment required.
CHILDREN/TEEN PROGRAMS
KinderNats
Mondays, May7, 14, 21 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 $18 per person for the 3-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5322.
Advance payment required.
FAMILY/ADULT PROGRAMS
Birding the Gap – NEW PROGRAM!
Tuesday, May 8 from 6:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Serious birders will join a Naturalist for a full day trip to High Point State
Park, Stokes State Forest, and the Delaware Water Gap looking for
migrants that have begun to pass through the area.
Fee is $50 per person and $40 per senior.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5322.
Advance payment required.
Garden Discovery Tour - Stonecrop Gardens
Thursday, May 10 from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
Enjoy a day trip to this 12-acre public garden in the Hudson Highlands.
Display areas include woodland and water gardens, grass gardens,
cliff rock gardens, raised alpine stone beds, and an enclosed
English-style flower garden.
Fee is $50 per adult and $40 per senior.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5322.
Advance payment required.
Field Trips for the Fun at Heart – Bronx Zoo & Animal Babies
Friday, May 11 from 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
Join a Naturalist on a day trip to the Bronx Zoo with over 4,000 species on
display.
Fee is $75 per adult and $65 per senior.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5322.
Advance payment required.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, May 12 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.
CAN-U-CANNU
Sunday, May 13 from 10:30 A.M. to 12:30 P.M.
Prepare for EEC river trips with an introductory class on basic paddling techniques, safety, and handling a canoe in and out of the water.
Fee is $14 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5322.
Advance payment required.
KAN-U-KAYAK
Sunday, May 13 from 2:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Prepare for EEC river trips with an introductory class on basic paddling techniques, safety, and handling a kayak in and out of the water.
Fee is $25 person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5322.
Advance payment required.
“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.
