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
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CHILDREN/TEEN PROGRAMS
Birth of a Butterfly
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Wednesday, August 22 from 10:30 A.M. to 12:00 Noon
Children ages 4 to 6 will explore the life cycle of a butterfly through
stories, crafts, and a field walk.
Fee is $9 per person
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002. Advance payment required.
ADULT/FAMILY PROGRAMS
SUP Beginner Sunset Yoga (Stand Up Paddling) – NEW PROGRAM!
Monday, August 20 from 4:30 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.
Adults will meet a professional at Spruce Run Reservoir for a lesson and
guided excursion where participants will get up, stand up, and
enjoy Zen on the water.
Fee is $80 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002. Advance payment required.
Bird Walks
Saturday, August 25 from 7:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M.
Adults will join a Naturalist on a stroll around the grounds of the EEC
seeking out the many migrant birds that pass through the area.
The walk is free and registration is not required.
For information, www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, August 25 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 26 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.
