Environmental Education Center Programs

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. 5002. or NJ Relay at 711 for individuals with a hearing or speech impairment. Registration is available online at www.somersetcountyparks.org

PARENT/CHILD PROGRAMS

Leaping Lizards

Monday, August 13 from 10:30 A.M.to 11:30 A.M.

Children ages infant to 5 with a parent will learn which fascinating

creatures are really reptiles and which are not.

Fee is $10 per pair and $5 per additional child.

Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,

ext. 5002. Advance payment required.

ADULT/FAMILY PROGRAMS

Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM

Saturday, August 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.

For information, call 908-722-1200, Ext. 5002.

Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM

Sunday, August 12 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. 5002.

“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.