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.
CHILDREN & TEEN PROGRAMS
Tree House Gang
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Thursdays, December 1, 8, and 15 or
Tuesdays, December 6, 13, and 20 from 12:45 P.M. to 3:15 P.M.
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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 $50 per person for either 3-day session
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
River Rats
Saturdays, December 3 and 10 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 $18 per person for the 2-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
The Green Team – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, December 3 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
Festival of Trees
Friday, December 2 through Wednesday, December 28 from 9:00
A.M. to 4:00 P.M. Closed Friday, December 23 through Monday,
December 26, 2016
The Festival of Trees is an indoor exhibit of decorated trees by various
community groups and individuals. Enjoy live holiday music on
select Saturdays and Sundays and relax in the Snowflake Café with
a hot beverage and homemade goodies!
Call 908 766-2489 for a schedule of live musical performances.
Suggested donation: $5 per person.
Owl Prowl
Saturday, December 3 from 5:00 P.M. to 6:30 P.M.
Family and friends of all ages will explore the nocturnal world of the owl
with a PowerPoint presentation, pellet dissection and a night hike.
Fee is $9 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Forest Fitness Sundays
Sundays, December 4, 11, and 18 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 $15 for the 3-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM
Sunday, December 4 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.
Please note that dog walking is not permitted on the trails at the Environmental Education Center.
