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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Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, December 1 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
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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.
Candle Making
Saturday, December 1 from 1:30 P.M. to 2:30 P.M.
Family and friends (ages 8 and older) will join a Naturalist to learn how to
make candles to take home for personal use or as holiday gifts.
Fee is $10 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002. Advance payment required.
Forest Fitness Sundays
Sundays, December 2, 9, 16, 23, and 30 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 $25 for the 5-day program.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-
1200, ext. 5002. Advance payment required.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Sunday, December 2 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.
Holiday for the Birds
Sunday, December 2 from 1:30 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Family and friends of all ages will learn which birds spend the holidays in
New Jersey, as they enjoy a winter walk on the trails of Lord
Stirling Park.
Fee is $10 per person
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
Ext. 5002. 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.
