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 during autumn in Somerset County. The Environmental Education Center provides many entertaining and educational programs for children and adults year around.
CHILDREN & TEEN PROGRAMS
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Penguin Party
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Friday, January 15 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
Children age infant to 5 and a parent will learn about different types of
penguins, where they live, what they eat, and much more.
Fee is $10 per pair and $5 per additional child
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.
Advance payment required.
The Green Team – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, January 16 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Children ages 12 to 15 - Is natural science a subject you find interesting?
Do you like the outdoors? Is the Great Swamp a place you like to
visit? If so, join the Environmental Education Center Naturalists
and contribute your talents to fun and educational projects and
special events.
Pre-registration is required.
The program is free
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.
ADULT & FAMILY PROGRAMS
Nature Through A Child’s Eye – FREE PROGRAM
Now through Sunday, February 7 from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M daily except holidays
The entire family will enjoy the annual environment and nature art show featuring works from children from kindergarten through grade six in Somerset County schools.
Admission is free.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, January 16 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.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Sunday, January 17 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.
Introduction to Cross Country Skiing
Saturday, January 16 from 1:30 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Family and friends (age 10 years and older with parent) will learn the
basics of cross-country skiing including clothing, equipment,
preconditioning, safety, and places to ski
Fee is $11 per adult and $9 per youth or senior.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Staying Warm
Sunday, January 17 from 2:00 P.M. to 3:30 P.M.
Family and friends of all ages will join a Naturalist to learn how different
kinds of animals can stay warm during the coldest times of year
Fee is $9 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Information on these and all Park Commission programs and activities is available at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.
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.
