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Environmental Education Center Programs in Basking Ridge
The Environmental Education Center provides many entertaining and educational programs for children and adults year around.
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 as fall arrives in Somerset County. The Environmental Education Center provides many entertaining and educational programs for children and adults year around.
CHILDREN, TEENS & CHILD/PARENT PROGRAMS
Young Explorers Club
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Mondays, October 5, 19, 26 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
Children age infant to 5 with a parent will experience the wonders of
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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 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
KinderNats
Mondays, October 5, 19, and 26 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 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Tree House Gang
Thursdays, October 8, 15, 22, and 29 from 12:45 P.M. to 3:15 P.M.
Children ages 3 to 5 will be entertained and educated at these afternoon
science and nature classes. Program will include hikes, hands-on
activities, interacting with live animals, and creating crafts.
Fee is $65 per person for the 4-day session
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Bones, Bones, Bones
Thursday, October 8 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
Children age infant to 5 with a parent will learn about creatures whose
bones are on the inside and on the outside.
Fee is $10 per pair and $5 per additional child
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
River Rats
Saturdays, October 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 10:30 A.M. to 12:00 Noon
Children age 5 to 8 will enjoy a weekend learning adventure, joining a
Naturalist for a themed exploration of the Great Swamp.
Fee is $36 per person for the 4-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
The Green Team – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, October 10 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Children ages 12 to 15 who have to fulfill a community service
requirement for school will enjoy the educational and fun activities
at the Environmental Education Center.
The program is free
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.
ADULT & FAMILY PROGRAMS.
Forest Fitness
Tuesdays, October 6, 13, 20, and 27 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 $20 for the 4-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Birding at Duke Island Park
Thursday, October 8 from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Adult birders will meet a Naturalist at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater for
a morning of bird watching along the Raritan River.
Fee is $12 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Sunday Forest Fitness
Sundays, October 11, 18, and 25 from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 A.M.
Adults are invited to join a Sunday morning walking group, enjoying nature along
the level trails of Lord Stirling Park.
Fee is $15 for the 3-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Blue “BOBO (Buy One – Bring One) Fridays” bins now are located at the Environmental Education Center and Lord Stirling Stable in Basking Ridge, as well as at the Somerset County Park Commission headquarters at North Branch Park in Bridgewater. The public is invited to drop off canned food or personal-care items for donation to Somerset County food banks.
Information on all Somerset County Park Commission activities may be found by calling 908-722-1200 or on the Internet at www.somersetcountyparks.org. Like us on Facebook and Twitter.
