Somerset County: Environmental Education Program Scheduled For August 19

submitted by Rich Reitman:

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 summer takes hold in Somerset County.

The Environmental Education Center provides many entertaining and educational programs for children and adults year around.

CHILD & PARENT PROGRAMS Birth of a Butterfly Tuesday, August 19 from 10:00 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.

Children ages 4 to 6 will explore the life cycle of a butterfly through stories, crafts, and a field walk. Fee is $10 per person Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.

Advance payment required.

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 BranchPark 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.

PHOTO CAPTION: Children explore the fields at the Environmental Education Center is search of the life cycle of butterflies.