ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER
Entertaining & Educational Activities for All Ages
October 7, 2013 through October 13, 2013
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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 wonder and the beauty of nature colors begin to change 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
Young Explorers Club
Mondays, October 7, 21, and 28 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
Children age infant to 5 with a parent will experience the wonders of nature through outdoor activities to stimulate the five senses.
Fee is $22 per pair and $11 per additional child for the 3-day session
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
KinderNats
Mondays, October 7, 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 $18 per person for the 3-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Tree House Gang
Thursdays, October 10, 17, 24, and 31 from 12:45 P.M. to 3:15 P.M.
Children ages 3 to 5 will be entertained and educated at these afternoon
science and nature classes. Program will include hikes, hands-on
activities, interacting with live animals, and creating crafts.
Fee is $65 per person for 4-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Dead Stuff
Friday, October 11 from 4:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Children age 4 to 6 will join a Naturalist to learn about different animals
by examining teeth, jawbones, skulls, feathers, shells, skin, and
more.
Fee is $6 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Story Hour
Saturday, October 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, October 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
Fantastic Fall Foliage – NEW!
Tuesday, October 8 from 10:00 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
Adults will join a Naturalist on stroll through Lord Strling Park collecting
colorful leaves, identifying tree species, and learning about nature
that surrounds us.
Fee is $9 per person.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
HELP!
Sunday, October 13 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.
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.
