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Kids & Family

Environmental Education Center Programs

December 23 to 29, 2019

Story Hour at the EEC
Story Hour at the EEC (Somerset County Park Commission)

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

Pre-registration is required for programs and may be done by calling 908-722-1200, ext. 5002. or NJ Relay at 711 for individuals with a hearing or speech impairment. Registration is available online at www.somersetcountyparks.org.

ADULT/FAMILY PROGRAMS

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Armchair Birding

Friday, December 27 from 7:00P.M. to 8:00P.M.

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Family and friends of all ages will enjoy first-hand birding stories from

various destinations around the world.

The program is free and registration is not required.

Storytime in the Trees – FREE PROGRAM

Sunday, December 29 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.

Family and friends of all ages are invited to join a Naturalist amid the

lights of the Festival of Trees for seasonal stories of mystery

adventure, and good will.

The program is free and registration is not required.

For information - www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,

ext. 5002.

“The Great Swamp Experience,” on the lower level at the EEC, features interactive displays, vignettes, taxidermy, and archeological artifacts highlighting the history and ecology of the Great Swamp. The exhibit is open 7 days a week from 9:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Admission Is free.

Please note that dog walking is not permitted on the trails at the Environmental Education Center.

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