Jockey Hollow Explorers: Natural History Hike

Enjoy a late-spring hike with the Great Swamp Watershed Association’s (GSWA) Director of Education & Outreach Hazel England. Hazel will guide you through all of the important landscape features that soldiers in George Washington’s Continental Army would have experienced during the brutal winter of 1779-80. She’ll also tell you about some of the drastic environmental changes wrought throughout the encampment area since colonial times.

Hazel England, GSWA’s Director of Education & Outreach, teaches Sara Kuzhikandathil how to hold an eastern box turtle (Terrapene carolina carolina). Credit: GSWA/S. ReynoldsWildlife, plants, and other natural treasures abound on this journey, so don’t miss out on all you can learn from Hazel’s encyclopedic knowledge of the outdoors.

Interested adults and families with children are encouraged attend.

Space is limited, so advance registration is strongly suggested.

What to Bring: Conditions may be hot, cold, muddy, or wet, so please dress for the weather. Sturdy outdoor footwear is strongly recommended. Field guides, binoculars, snack, and water (in a reusable water bottle) are welcome. This is a leave-no-trace event.

Ability Level: This is an easy hike over level ground and pavement suitable for all ages and skill levels. Strollers are not recommended.

Rescheduling & Cancelations: All events are subject to change or cancellation without notice; however, we will try to contact pre-registered participants via e-mail or telephone when problems arise. In the event of inclement weather, cancelation and rescheduling notices will be posted to our Event Information Hotline at 973-538-3500 x22. Please note that GSWA’s phone lines are not staffed on weekends or after 5:00 p.m. on weekdays.