Environmental Education Center Announces Upcoming Events

The Somerset County Park Commission Environmental Education Center has announced a series of events for the week of May 4 through May 10. The Environmental Education Center, 190 Lord Stirling Road in Basking Ridge, has scheduled the following Naturalist-led programs for children and adults as spring begins.

Children and parent/child programs

Wild Kids Sundays, May 10, 17, 24 and 31 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Children age infant to 5 with a parent will cure cabin fever on an exploration of the Great Swamp using the five senses to explore the natural world.Fee is $30 per pair for the 4-day session and $15 per additional child. Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.

Adult and family programs

Forest Fitness Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19 and 26 from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Adults are invited to join a weekly walking group, enjoying nature along the level trails of Lord Stirling Park. Fee is $20 for the 4-day session. Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.

Secrets in Somerset County – Bluebell Magic – FREE PROGRAM Wednesday, May 6 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Family and friends of all ages will join a Naturalist to explore one of the wonders of Duke Island Park, the blooming of bluebell wildflowers.The session is free. Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.

A Trip Down Old Mine Road Thursday, May 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Adults will enjoy an historical journey along Old Mine Road, known as King’s Highway, the River Road, and the High Road to Esopus.The travelers will venture from the Delaware Water Gap to PetersValley, with numerous stops along the way.Fee is $50 per adult and $40 per youth or senior. Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.

Planning a Native Butterfly Garden /Pollinator Garden Friday, May 8 from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Adults will join a Naturalist to learn which native plants attract which native butterflies and moths.Fee is $9 per person

Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.

For more information or to register for any of the aforementioned events, visit the Somerset County Parks website or call 908-766-2489.

(Photo courtesy of the Somerset County Park Commission)