April 7, 2014 through April 13, 2014
BASKING RIDGE, NJ - 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 spring begins in Somerset County. The Environmental Education Center provides many entertaining and educational programs for children and adults year around.
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CHILDREN & TEEN PROGRAMS
KinderNats
Mondays, April 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 4:15 P.M. to 5:15 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.
Reptbians and Amphitiles
Tuesday, April 8 from 4:00 P.M. to 5:30 P.M.
Children age 7 to 9 will learn to identify frogs, snakes, turtles, and more
by habitat, sight, and sound.
Fee is $9 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Tot Trek
Wednesday, April 9 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
Children age infant to 5 with a parent will meet with their strollers at the starting line for a leisurely walk along the trails of Lord Stirling Park to enjoy the natural beauty of spring in New Jersey.
Program is free.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.
Story Hour
Saturday, April 12 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.
The Green Team
Saturday, April 12 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Children ages 12 to 15 who have to fulfill a community service
requirement for school will enjoy the educational and fun activities
at the Environmental Education Center.
The program is free
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.
ADULT & FAMILY PROGRAMS
New Jersey Snakes – NEW!
Sunday, April 13 from 2:00 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.
Family and friends of all ages will enjoy a presentation on the 22 varieties
of snakes calling New Jersey home, ;earning to identify , dispel
myths, and what to do when a snake is encountered.
The presentation is free.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.
Blue “BOBO (Buy One – Bring One) Fridays” bins now are located at the Environmental Education Center and Lord Stirling Stable in Basking Ridge, as well as at the Somerset County Park Commission headquarters at North Branch
Park in Bridgewater. The public is invited to drop off canned food or personal-care items for donation to Somerset County food banks.
Information on all Somerset County Park Commission activities may be found on the Internet at www.somersetcountyparks.org. Like us on Facebook and Twitter.
