Park Commission Adult Wellness Series Dates Announced

Applying funds donated by Whole Foods in Bridgewater, New Jersey, the Somerset County Park Foundation and the Somerset County Park Commission will present a brand new program series for adults.

Beginning in October, the Wellness Program Series, coordinated by the Recreation and Science Departments, will be free to the public and will feature one health-enhancing program each month at various park locations. Topics are expected to include nature play, horticultural therapy, nutrition, meditation, self defense, and aerobic exercise. Information is available at www.somersetcountyparks.org.

Woods Over Worksheets; The Amazing Health Benefits of Nature Play

Thursday, October 25, 2018 from 6:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M.

Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge, NJ

Playing outdoors and spending time in nature are key to a child’s physical and mental health. This free program will provide information on the outdoorsy parenting culture of Scandinavia, and how it can help raise healthy, resilient, and happy children in the U.S. Linda Åkeson McGurk, author of There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather, will share the latest research on nature play and tips for creating a daily outdoor habit and getting kids outside every day, rain or shine. Twenty-five participants will receive an autographed copy of her book. Children age 3 and older are welcome to join a Naturalist for an evening hike while parent or guardian attends the program. Pre-registration is not required.

Holiday Survival

Thursday, November 15, 2018 from 6:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M.

North Branch Park Headquarters, 355 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ

This free program will help turn the challenge of staying healthy during the holiday season into an opportunity to boost our awareness and learn easy habits that will benefit health and wellness. Amy Napoli of Balanced Healthy Self will present a Holiday Survival Workshop focused on tips and strategies for a healthy holiday season.

Herbal Spa Workshop

Wednesday, December 5, 2018 from 1:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.

Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge, NJ

This workshop will focus on making aromatherapy spa products. Horticultural Therapist, Pat Czarnecki will discuss techniques and instructions to create an all-natural facial toner, scented skin moisturizer, and a soothing herbal foot soak for gift giving or personal use. Space is limited. Registration begins September 12, 2018. Pre-registration required. Call 908 722-1200 ext. 5002 to register.

A Fresh Start

January 24, 2018 from 6:30 P.M. to 7:30 P.M.

North Branch Park Headquarters, 355 Milltown Road, Bridgewater, NJ

Join Amy Napoli of Balanced Healthy Self in a Fresh Start to achieve balance in health and wellness. The program will focus on: Creating small, lasting changes over time; Understanding what foods work for your own body; Learning to care for yourself in the best way possible; and Focusing on whole body wellness. Start 2019 with a positive mindset and the tools to make it a healthy year.

For further information visit www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908 722.1200 ext. 5324 or ext. 5226.