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
ADULT/FAMILY PROGRAMS
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Garden Discovery Tour – Grounds for Sculpture
Thursday, October 11 from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M.
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Adults will enjoy a day-trip to the 35-acre magnificently landscaped
garden featuring over 250 contemporary sculptures.
Fee is $60 per adult and $50 per senior.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002. Advance payment required.
By the Light of the Moon
Friday, October 12 from 6:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M.
Led by a Naturalist, adventurers of all ages will explore the Great Swamp,
listening for animal sounds in the night while walking the swampy
trails beneath the stars. Walks will depart every 15 minutes
with concurrent indoor activities including live critters,
refreshments and more. (Rain date October 13.)
Fee is $6 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002. Advance payment required.
Bird Walks
Saturday, October 13 from 7:30 A.M. to 9:30 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.
Birding Identification Workshops – Sparrows
Saturday, October 13 from 9:45 A.M. to 10:45 A.M.
Adults will enjoy an opportunity to begin, refine, or reinforce birding
skills in this year-long series of workshops focused on tips and
tricks to identify various bird species. This program will address
sparrows with mid-October the prime time to find these birds in
Lord Stirling Park.
Fee is $6 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002. Advance payment required.
Tree Identification Workshop – NEW PROGRAM!
Saturday, October 13 from 11:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon
Adults will join a Naturalist to learn identification methods while
exploring the diversity of trees that live in the Great Swamp.
Fee is $6 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002. Advance payment required.
Forest Fitness Sundays
Sundays, October 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 $15 for the 3-day program.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-
1200, ext. 5002.
Advance payment required.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Sunday, October 14 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.
Live Animal Show
Sunday, October 14 from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M.
Family and friends of all ages are invited to join the Eyes of the Wild live
presentation of some of nature’s coolest creatures.
Pre-registration is not required. Suggested donation $5 per person.
Information is available at 908-722-1200, ext. 5002 or at
www.somersetcountyparks.org.
“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.
