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Environmental Education Center Programs

July 4 to July 10, 2016

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 summer arrives in Somerset County. The Environmental Education Center provides many entertaining and educational programs for children and adults year around.

CHILDREN & PARENT/CHILD PROGRAMS

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Wednesday, July 6 from 8:00 A.M. to 5:30 P.M. or

Friday, July 8 from 8:30 to 5:30 P.M.

Children age 13 to 16 will join with a professional at Round Valley

Reservoir for a stand up paddling lesson and guided excursion. Trips are identical. Please register for only one session.

Fee is $150 per person.

Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.

ADULT/FAMILY PROGRAMS

CAN-U-CANNU

Sunday, July 10 from 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon

Prepare for EEC river trips with an introductory class on basic paddling techniques, safety, and handling a canoe in and out of the water.

Fee is $14 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. Like us on Facebook and Twitter.

Please note that dog walking is not permitted on the trails at the Environmental Education Center.

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