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UPCOMING EVENTS
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER
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Entertaining & Educational Activities for All Ages
January 6, 2013 through January 12, 2014
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BASKING RIDGE, NJ - 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 wonder of nature as winter begins to arrive Somerset County. The Environmental Education Center provides many entertaining and educational programs for children and adults year around.
CHILDREN & TEEN PROGRAMS
Young Explorers Club
Mondays, January 6, 13, and 27 from 10:30 A.M. to 11:30 A.M.
Children age infant to 5 with a parent will experience the wonders of
nature through outdoor activities to stimulate the five senses.
Fee is $22 per pair and $11 per additional child for the 3-day session
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
KinderNats
Mondays, January 6, 13, and 27 from 4:15 P.M. to 5:15 P.M.
Children ages 5 to 7, who are enrolled in kindergarten and first grade will
study science and explore the natural world through games,
Naturalist-led activities, and more.
Fee is $18 per person for the 3-day session.
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
Tree House Gang
Tuesday, January 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 12:45 P.M. to 3:15 P.M.
Children ages 3 to 5 will be entertained and educated at these afternoon
science and nature classes. Program will include hikes, hands-on
activities, interacting with live animals, and creating crafts.
Fee is $65 per person for the 4-day session..
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment required.
The Green Team
Saturday, January 11 from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
Children ages 12 to 15 who have to fulfill a community service
requirement for school will enjoy the educational and fun activities
at the Environmental Education Center.
The program is free
Register online at www.somersetcountyparks.org or call 908-766-2489.
ADULT & FAMILY PROGRAMS
Nature Through A Child’s Eye
Saturday, January 4 through Sunday, February 2 from 9:00 A.M. to
4:30 P.M daily except holidays
The entire family will enjoy the annual environment and nature art show featuring works from children from kindergarten through grade six in Somerset County schools.
Admission is free.
Forest Fitness
Tuesdays, January 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 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.
Staying Warm
Sunday, January 12 from 1:00 P.M. to 2:30 P.M.
Family and friends of all ages will learn how different kinds of animals
can stay warm during the coldest times of year.
Fee is $9 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 Branch
Park 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.
