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 winter in Somerset County. The Environmental Education Center provides many entertaining and educational programs for children and adults year around.
CHILDREN, TEEN, & PARENT/CHILD PROGRAMS
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Young Explorers Club
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Mondays, February 1, 8, 22, and 29 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
Children age infant to 5 with a parent will experience the wonders of
nature through outdoor activities that stimulate the five senses.
Fee is $30 per pair and $15 per additional child for the 4-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
KinderNats
Mondays, February 1, 8, 22, and 29 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 $24 per person for the 4-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Tree House Gang
Tuesdays, February 2, 9, 16, and 23 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, and interacting with live animals.
Fee is $65 per person for either 4-day session
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Story Hour – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, February 6 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
Children ages infant to 5 with a parent will listen to a Naturalist read an
environmental-based story and enjoy a short walk on the trails of
the EEC.
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.
Forest Fitness
Tuesdays, February 2, 9, 16, and 23 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.
Snowshoe Hike – FREE PROGRAM
Wednesday, February 3 from 1:00 P.M. to 2:30 P.M.
Family and friends of all ages will join a Naturalist for some snowshoeing
on the trails at the Environmental Education Center. A limited
number of snowshoes available so bring your own.
Program is free.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.
Backyard Birds
Saturday, February 6 from 1:30 P.M. to 2:30 P.M.
Family and friends of all ages will learn about the feathered friends who
visit our backyards, learning about their adaptability, how to name
them, and what to feed them.
Fee is $6 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Sunday, February 7 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.
Information on these and all Park Commission programs and activities is available at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Like us on Facebook and Twitter.
