Educational Programs — Spring 2008
Join friends and members of GSWA for one or more of these educational programs to learn more about what’s going on in and around the swamp! You must pre-register for these programs to learn meeting locations and other information. Wear sturdy footwear and bring a snack for the walks. Bring binoculars or wildlife guides if you have them. These programs are free for GSWA members. For non-members, the fee is $10 per adult, $5 for each child over five, and $30 per family. Events are free for children under five.
If you’re not already a member, join today to enjoy the many benefits of supporting Great Swamp Watershed Association, including FREE events!
To register for these events, go to our event registration page, which is on a secure server so you can safely use your credit card. Or call Hazel England at 973-538-3500 x20 (e-mail hazele@greatswamp.org) for more information.
Moonlight Hike
Although we don’t guarantee the moonlight, there will be plenty of nature to learn about on an exciting winter’s night hike around the watershed. We may hear owls, foxes or other night noises, perhaps even coyotes calling! We’ll play some games to learn more about night senses, and revel in being out after dark without a flashlight! When was the last time you walked in the woods after dark? Dress warmly and in layers, as the temperature goes down along with the sun!
Thursday, February 21, 6 - 8 p.m., Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Call for meeting location.
Winter Nature Detectives Hike
Winter is a great time to observe animals as they go about their search for food and live their daily lives. It is often easier to look for signs of wildlife than to see the animals themselves. Celebrate winter by playing Nature Detective as we search for tracks and scats, nibbles and nests of some of the denizens of the swamp. Event will take place snow or shine.
Saturday, March 1, 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Meet at Pleasant Plains Road “Friends of Great Swamp” gift store, Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge.
Watershed Family Fun Night
Discover the thrills and spills of water at this family fun night, filled with hands-on activities and games designed to open your eyes to the marvel of water. Best suited for children ages 6 – 12 and their parents, this exciting educational event will surely inspire you to get involved in protecting the water and land for all inhabitants of the Great Swamp Watershed. Wear old clothes, as some activities may be messy! Refreshments will be served at the end of the program.
Friday March 14, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at GSWA Headquarters, 568 Tempe Wick Road, Harding Township.
Secret Places of the Watershed — A Natural History Hike
The Great Swamp Watershed Association owns 50 acres in Harding Township that we maintain for its diversity as the Conservation Management Area. This forested wetland contains vernal pools, streams and woodland with wildflowers and wildlife aplenty. We will take a morning stroll along the boardwalk trails, listening for birds and watching out for early spring peepers and other awakening wildlife. 1½ mile interpretive hike over easy ground.
Sunday, April 6, 10 a.m. - 12 noon, at the GSWA Conservation Management Area, Harding Township.
Download the form and hike, bike, or drive around the
Great Swamp Watershed to find the plants and animals listed on the back.
When you've found them all, send in your form and get a sur-prize!