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 brightens 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
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Tot Trek
Friday, May 16 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, May 17 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, May 17 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
Planning a Native Butterfly Garden
Friday, May 16 from 1:30 P.M.to 3:00 P.M.
Adults will join a Naturalist to learn which native plants attract which
native butterflies and moths.
Fee is $9 per person
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
HELP!
Sunday, May 18 from 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
Environmental Education Center Naturalists need help from adult
volunteers with a variety of endeavors including gardening, assistance with preparation for programs and special events, sign making and more.
The program is free.
Pre-registration is required.
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.
