Watershed Association Continues Nature Events Into September

The Great Swamp Watershed Association, headquartered in Harding Township, continues to provide members and non-members alike with a September menu of outdoor nature fun. Combine back to school with back to Great Swamp!

Secret Places of the Watershed - A Natural History Hike, August 28th
The Watershed Association owns 50 acres in Harding Township, which they maintain as the Conservation Management area. This forested wetland contains vernal pools, streams and woodland with wildflowers and wildlife aplenty. Participants will take a stroll along the trails, listening for birds and watching for native plants. The property is cool and shady, so hikers can escape the heat of summer in this important restoration area.

Sunday August 28, 5pm-7pm Conservation Management Area, Tiger Lily Lane, Harding Township.
Members $8 each, non-members $10 each. Register online at www.greatswamp.org.

Birding Basics for Dummies Beginners – Sept 24th
Many birding hikes already assume a fair amount of knowledge on the part of the participant…. Not so this program! Tour guides will cover the birding basics, with a focus on using field guides, learning what to watch for to identify birds, where and when to bird for success. Visitors will leave knowing at least 10 birds by sight and sound, and a new love for figuring out bird identification. This program is especially suitable for adults of all ages. Participant should bring binoculars and field guides if they have them

September 24 10am-12noon, Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, Long Hill Road Boardwalk. Members $8 each, non-members $10 each. Register online at www.greatswamp.org.

Moonlight Nature Hike – September 17th
Although GSWA doesn’t guarantee the moonlight, there will be plenty of nature to learn about on these night hikes around the watershed. Participants may hear owls, frogs, night insects or other night noises, perhaps even coyotes calling! They will play games to learn more about night senses, and revel in being out after dark without a flashlight!

Saturday September 17, Loantaka Brook Reservation, Morristown. Exact location will be sent upon registration. Members $8 each, non-members $10 each. Register online at www.greatswamp.org.

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Great Swamp Watershed Association was created in 1981 to protect the Great Swamp watershed basin. Celebrating more than 20 years 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 and a listing of other events, visit the Watershed Association website at www.greatswamp.org.
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