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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Penguin Party
Thursday, February 6 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
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Children age infant to 5 and a parent will learn about different types of
penguins, where they live, what they eat, and much more.
Fee is $10 per pair and $5 per additional child
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002. Advance payment required.
CHILDREN/TEEN PROGRAMS
Swamp Kids
Thursdays, February 6, 13, 20, and 27 from 4:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Children age 8 to 10 will join a Naturalist to explore nature, expand
curiosity, and have fun in the great outdoors. Each week will
explore a different theme.
Fee is $24 per person for the 4-session program.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002. Advance payment required.
The Green Team – FREE PROGRAM
Saturday, February 8 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Children ages 12 to 15 - Is natural science a subject you find interesting?
Do you like the outdoors? Is the Great Swamp a place you like to
visit? If so, join the Environmental Education Center Naturalists
and contribute your talents to fun and educational projects and
special events.
Pre-registration is required.
The program is free
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002.
ADULT/FAMILY PROGRAMS
The North Shore Tour
Tuesday, February 4 from 8:30 A.M. to 5:30 P.M.
Adult birders will enjoy a spectacular day at the Jersey Shore visiting
Migratory stop over sites for an incredible variety of winter
waterfowl and other migrating birds.
Fee is $50 per adult and $40 per senior.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-722-1200,
ext. 5002. Advance payment required.
“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.
PHOTO CAPTION: Entertaining and educational programs for children and adults are presented year around at the Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Road in Basking Ridge, NJ. Pictured – Swamp Kids at the EEC.