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Kids & Family

Environmental Education Center Programs

January 20 to 26, 2020

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.

CHILD/PARENT PROGRAMS

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Story Hour – FREE PROGRAM

Saturday, January 25 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.

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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.

Pre-registration is required.

The program is free.

Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or 908-722-1200 x.5002.

ADULT/FAMILY PROGRAMS

Family Nature Walk – FREE PROGRAM

Sunday, January 26 from 1:00 P.M. to 2:00 P.M.

Family and friends will enjoy a Naturalist-led interpretive walk

through the Great Swamp.

The program is free and pre-registration is not required.

For information, 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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