‘Do the Swamp Thing’ Returns

Now in its third year, ‘Do the Swamp Thing’ is a month-long celebration of the recreational and educational resources abundant in the Great Swamp watershed.  From April 26th through May 24^th the Watershed Association will be publicizing events at venues throughout the watershed.   A wonderful celebration of the region, ‘Do the Swamp Thing’ is organized by Great Swamp Watershed Association and sponsored by Kings Super Markets Inc., PSEG, and Recorder Community Newspapers.  This year’s events highlight family activities and raises awareness of the importance of environmental conservation and historic preservation.  The “Do the Swamp Thing” kick-off will take place at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 26 at the Somerset County Environmental Education Center with appearances by dignitaries including Congressman Rodney Frelinghuysen.  Following the opening ceremony, there will be a preview of the 23^rd annual Carving & Wildlife Art Show and Sale. 

According to Cheryl Good, Manager of Community Relations at Kings, “We are so pleased to have been a part of ‘Do the Swamp Thing’ since the beginning.  It has evolved into a really special celebration of spring and the fabulous natural and historic resources in our area.  Kings is delighted to be a sponsor of the special events at many of the historical sites and parks, like Washington’s Headquarters, the Morris County Outdoor Education Center, and the Somerset County Environmental Education Center.”

Elizabeth Parker, Co-Publisher and Executive Editor for Recorder Community Newspapers commented:  “Participating in this partnership has been very satisfying to us and we are delighted with the scope of ‘Do the Swamp Thing.’ Great Swamp Watershed Association is dedicated to protecting the treasures of this region and it is our pleasure to support that work.”

There will be a drawing for three prizes on June 3, 2003.  Entry is free and can be done at any Kings store or on the Great Swamp Watershed Association website, www.greatswamp.org. First prize is a one-minute shopping spree at Kings, second prize is a pair of Nikon “naturalist” binoculars, donated by NJ Audubon Society, and third prize is a Northface daypack donated by Blue Ridge Mountain Sports. 

Great Swamp Watershed Association was created in 1981 to protect the Great Swamp watershed basin.  Celebrating its 20^th Anniversary as a non-profit organization, the Watershed Association relies solely on membership and contributions to protect the continued health of our watershed’s area.  If you’re not already a member, become one today.  For more information, call (973) 966-1900, or visit their website at www.greatswamp.org.

 

Photo caption from left:  Michael Henderson, Superintendent of Morristown National Historical Park; Rob Jennings, Director of Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center; Cheryl Good, Manager of Community Relations, Kings Super Markets, Inc; Bonnie Gannon, Development Director, Great Swamp Watershed Association; Jerry Burke, General Store Manager, Kings, Morristown; Catherine Schrein, Manager, Somerset County Environmental Education Center; William Koch, Manager of the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. 

Not shown:  Jim Shissias, General Manager of Environmental Affairs, PSEG; Elizabeth Parker, Co-Publisher and Executive Editor, Recorder Community Newspapers; Don Freiday, Sanctuary Director, Scherman Hoffman Sanctuaries, NJ Audubon Society.

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