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SUMMARY:Spring Ephemeral Hike
DESCRIPTION:The cool forests and boardwalks of our 53 acre Conservation Management Area are the perfect place to escape to on warm late-spring evenings. With the forest in full bloom\, Great Swamp Watershed Association Director of Education and Outreach\, Hazel England will guide you in identifying spring ephemerals and lead you to explore the numerous vernal pools filled with frogs\, tadpoles\, and frog eggs. Hiking is on our flat mulch and boardwalk trails in Harding Township. Registration required. Register below or by calling 973-538-3500. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/spring-ephemeral-hike/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170612
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170505T181657Z
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SUMMARY:BYO Boat\, Guided Paddle on the Passaic
DESCRIPTION:**DUE TO WEATHER THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FROM MAY 6** Grab your kayak or canoe and join GSWA as we paddle upstream from the Fisherman’s Parking Lot at the Lord Stirling Environmental Education Center. We’ll traverse beaver dams and explore the river\, with Somerset County Park land on one side\, and the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge on the other. Our eyes will be peeled for turtles\, snakes\, migratory birds\, and other creatures as we paddle through the peaceful waters. \nPlease note that there are two times for this event\, and each time is limited to eight boats (not individuals).9:00 AM – 11:00 AM OR 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. \nYou must bring your own boat\, paddles\, and personal flotation device (PFD). You will not be able to join the guided paddle without a PFD\, which will be inspected before we leave. You should be dressed to get wet (including your shoes) and bring your own water. You will be asked to sign a waiver prior to participation. Registration required.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/byo-boat-guided-paddle-passaic/
LOCATION:Somerset County Park Commission\, Fisherman’s Parking Lot\, Approx. 170 Lord Stirling Road\, Basking Ridge\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170520T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170520T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170315T192005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170506T003820Z
UID:17972-1495274400-1495296000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Annual Great Swamp Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Calling all would-be explorers\, adventurers\, and buccaneers! The Great Swamp Scavenger Hunt is back for another year of outdoor fun! \nThink you know a thing or two about New Jersey’s Great Swamp? Then it’s time to test your powers of navigation and observation to find out. \nBegin the Scavenger Hunt just after 10 a.m. by checking in at GSWA’s Home Base under the pavilion at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge’s Helen C. Fenske Visitor Center. (The Visitor Center is located just inside the Lee’s Hill Road park entrance at 32 Pleasant Plains Road in Harding Township\, NJ.) \nWe will provide you with a route to travel\, questions to answer\, and a list of treasures to find throughout the 55-square-mile Great Swamp Watershed region. It’s your job to navigate to each treasure site\, seek answers to the questions and riddles provided\, and then return to Home Base with all your spoils. \nRemember to hurry back to 32 Pleasant Plains Road at 3 p.m. because your day of pilfering booty will earn you several chances to win some special prizes at our Scavenger’s Tricky Tray! \nA free cookout waits for all who participate\, so don’t forget your barbecue enthusiasm. We love it when our guests participate in the picnic! Feel free to bring along a covered side dish (to share or not). We’ll supply the burgers\, dogs\, and drinks. \nThis event is sponsored by Investors Bank\, Madison Branch.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/annual-great-swamp-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge\, 220 Long Hill Road\, Gillette\, NJ\, 07933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170517T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170331T232700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170331T233029Z
UID:19516-1495011600-1495022400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Kitchell Pond Workday
DESCRIPTION:GSWA is looking for volunteers to help us to remove invasive species and replant a native buffer around Kitchell Pond. We’d love to have your help! This event is cosponsored by Morris County Park Commission. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/kitchell-pond-workday/
LOCATION:Kitchell Pond\, 75 Kitchell Road\, Morristown\, New Jersey
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="GSWA":MAILTO:info@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170426T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170426T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170315T185506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170320T185514Z
UID:17953-1493222400-1493229600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Watchung Reservation Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the next installment of “Downstream Adventures” Hiking at Watchung Reservation. We will be exploring scenic gorges\, visiting the remnants of the deserted village of Feltville\, following alongside the Blue Brook and marveling at Lake Surprise. \nThis will be a difficult hike over a few miles. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/watchung-reservation-hike/
LOCATION:Watchung Reservation\, 452 New Providence Road\, Mountainside\, NJ\, 07092
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170402T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170402T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20161124T204211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T192639Z
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SUMMARY:Vernal Pool Exploration Hike
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT! \nWith temperatures rising\, the forest floor will be hopping with new life as frogs and other amphibians crowd into shallow puddles of water to breed and lay their eggs. These puddles\, better known as vernal pools\, provide a perfect opportunity to learn more about Mother Nature here in New Jersey. But hurry! They disappear quickly. \nGSWA’s annual Vernal Pool Exploration provides a fun\, outdoor learning experience for kids and adults alike. Discover the differences between a spring peeper\, a chorus frog\, and a wood frog. Find out how far an endangered spotted salamander will walk to find a mating pool. And\, learn how much everything we have come to appreciate about the springtime depends on a few unassuming puddles of water on the forest floor. \nWarm clothing and waterproof footwear — especially hiking boots — are very strongly recommended for this hike. Registration required. Register online or by calling 973-538-3500.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/vernal-pool-exploration-hike/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20170329T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20170329T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170310T224843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171113T160923Z
UID:17704-1490808600-1490815800@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Taste of Nature Party
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever tried dandelion wine? Do you know what types of wild plants can be harvested and eaten? Join us for this exciting spin on our always entertaining tasting events\, where we will experiment with different food and drink made from New Jersey plants! This event is free to nonmembers and members who bring a nonmember friend as a guest (members coming alone or with other members can join in on the fun too\, for a donation of $25). Not only that – but for each nonmember that walks through our door\, an anonymous donor has pledged to contribute $25 to GSWA\, and to match any gifts made to the organization\, dollar-for-dollar. \n\n\n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/taste-nature-party/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Friendraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20161208T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20161208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170330T191059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T191059Z
UID:19472-1481191200-1481198400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Winter Nature Detectives Hike
DESCRIPTION:Set off in hot pursuit of the region’s most-wanted wintertime wildlife on this nature detective discovery hike at Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge.  Learn how to identify animals from their tracks\, scats and other leave behind clues. Spy on secret hideouts used by birds\, wintering insects\, and other woodland creatures. Unmask the dining preferences of deer\, raccoons\, and even coyotes by putting the magnifying glass to some scat. All this detective work is easier than you think\, plus its fun being outdoors in the winter! Recommended for all\, but especially children 5 to 12 years old. \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/winter-nature-detectives-hike/
LOCATION:Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge\, 220 Long Hill Road\, Gillette\, NJ\, 07933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
ORGANIZER;CN="GSWA":MAILTO:info@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160925T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160925T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170330T185340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T185340Z
UID:19434-1474801200-1474806600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Shades of Autumn Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join GSWA Education Associate Dan Ross as he leads a fun filled hike along the Horizon trail at the CMA and learn about why deciduous trees lose their leaves in the fall\, why they change colors and other interesting facts along the way! Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for squirrels and chipmunks collecting nuts for the coming months\, and observe the forest changing as it prepares for the cooler months to come. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/shades-autumn-hike/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160618T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160618T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170330T183756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T183756Z
UID:19419-1466244000-1466265600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual Great Swamp Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Calling all would-be explorers\, adventurers\, and buccaneers! The Great Swamp Scavenger Hunt is back for another year of outdoor fun! \nThink you know a thing or two about New Jersey’s Great Swamp? Then it’s time to test your powers of navigation and observation to find out. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/5th-annual-great-swamp-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge\, 220 Long Hill Road\, Gillette\, NJ\, 07933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160415T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170330T183003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T183003Z
UID:19404-1460743200-1460750400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Spring Peeper Party
DESCRIPTION:Discover a new kind of night life! \nThe forests and wetlands of New Jersey’s Great Swamp are bound to be hopping during this spring hike at the Great Swamp Watershed Association’s Conservation Management Area (CMA).  After all\, this is the time of year when spring peepers\, wood frogs\, chorus frogs\, and other chatty amphibians make their way to woodland pools to mate and reproduce.  As twilight explodes into song\, learn how critically important these shallow puddles (known as vernal pools) and their adorable denizens are for the health of our water resources and the local environment. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/spring-peeper-party/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160402T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160402T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170330T182716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T182716Z
UID:19401-1459591200-1459596600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Natural History Hike
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a spring hike with Great Swamp Watershed Association’s (GSWA) Dan Ross & Jockey Hollow’s Park Ranger Eric Olsen. The duo 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. You will learn both the natural and national history of this park. \nInterested adults and families with children are encouraged attend. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/natural-history-hike/
LOCATION:Jockey Hollow Visitor Center\, 600 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160221T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170330T181745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T181745Z
UID:19384-1456077600-1456084800@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Moonlit Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Explore New Jersey’s forests at dusk and you just might find yourself in the middle of an interrogation! Who!? Who cooks for you? The barred owl sounds like an awfully inquisitive bird\, but\, in fact\, it’s just trying to protect its turf. Want to learn more about New Jersey’s owls? Then you don’t want to miss this early-evening hike with conservation biologist Dr. Emile DeVito. \nThe Great Swamp Wildlife Observation Center is prime owl-spotting habitat and a perfect spot for Dr. DeVito to demonstrate his owl-calling expertise. With a little luck\, you might just hear (or even see!) some of these stealthy night flyers as they move in to investigate the mysterious sounds. Register online. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/moonlit-owl-prowl/
LOCATION:Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge\, 220 Long Hill Road\, Gillette\, NJ\, 07933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160130T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160130T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170330T181453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T181453Z
UID:19380-1454148000-1454153400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Winter Wildlife Hike
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, January 30\, Join GSWA’s Dan Ross to explore the Conservation Management Area (CMA). He’ll teach you how to spot signs of wildlife during winter months\, including tracks and scat. He’ll also guide you in identifying different trees and shrubs without their summer foliage. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/winter-wildlife-hike/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
ORGANIZER;CN="GSWA":MAILTO:info@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151129T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151129T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170330T175225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170330T175601Z
UID:19367-1448791200-1448796600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Guided Dog Walk
DESCRIPTION:Explore GSWA’s Conservation Management Area with your furry friend! We’ll see what we can sniff out in the woods with expert guide\, Hazel England. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/guided-dog-walk/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151004T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151004T113000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170314T221559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170314T221559Z
UID:17887-1443952800-1443958200@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Swamp Explorers for Kids
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, October 4\, parents can hang back and let the sprouts lead the way during this kid-centric day hike at GSWA’s Conservation Management Area. Recommended for kids four to eight years old. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult (18+). Space is very limited. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/swamp-explorers-kids/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
ORGANIZER;CN="GSWA":MAILTO:info@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150927T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150927T223000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170314T221749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170314T221749Z
UID:17890-1443385800-1443393000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Total Lunar Eclipse Hike at Primrose Farm
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, September 27\, New Jersey will be in prime position to witness a stellar late night show. \nA supermoon–when the moon is as close to the earth as possible\, appearing very large–will be fully eclipsed by the Earth’s shadow. \nWe’ll hike back into the fields of Primrose Farm to gain an unobstructed view. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/total-lunar-eclipse-hike-primrose-farm/
LOCATION:Primrose Farm (Enter from Barrett Field)\, Barrett Field\, 1413-000460000-000020001-00000\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150828T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150828T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170314T222446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170314T222446Z
UID:17902-1440792000-1440797400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Full Sturgeon Moon Hike at Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
DESCRIPTION:It’s easy to connect with the Refuge’s many natural wonders during the day\, but to experience them at night\, with a full moon rising over the horizon and animal activity at its peak\, is something casual visitors rarely get to see. \nYou\, your family\, and friends are invited to join naturalist Hazel England for a special full-moon hike at the Refuge’s Wildlife Observation Center off Long Hill Road in Harding Township. \nHazel will re-acquaint you with your night senses so you can hear\, smell\, and even see things that escape you attention during the day. You’ll also learn more about nocturnal wildlife and the sounds they make as the sun goes down. \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/full-sturgeon-moon-hike-great-swamp-national-wildlife-refuge/
LOCATION:Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge\, 220 Long Hill Road\, Gillette\, NJ\, 07933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
ORGANIZER;CN="GSWA":MAILTO:info@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150710T203000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150710T220000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170314T222658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170314T222658Z
UID:17904-1436560200-1436565600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Summertime “Mothing” Workshop with Blaine Rothauser
DESCRIPTION:Join Blaine Rothauser\, senior project manager and natural resource specialist at Fairfield-based GZA GeoEnvironmental\, Inc.\, for a fascinating introduction to moth ecology at the Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) located at 568 Tempe Wick Road in Morristown\, NJ. \nFor this hands-on\, outdoor workshop\, Blaine will set up a sodium vapor lamp in the parking area. After a few minutes\, an astounding array of moths will appear for you to observe\, identify\, and photograph. What you see will surprise and amaze you! Click here to view/download the flyer. \nGiant Leopard Moth (Hypercompe scribonia). Copyright Blaine RothauserThis event is recommended for adults and older children\, but is suitable for all ages and skill levels.\nAttendance is limited to 15 individuals\, so advance registration is strongly recommended. \nNote: Although the the event is scheduled to end at 10:00 p.m.\, Blaine may remain past this time to continue his studies. Please feel free to stay until he has finished. \nWhat to Bring: Conditions may be hot\, cold\, muddy\, or wet\, so please dress appropriately for the weather. Flashlights are welcome\, but please turn them off as directed. Cameras are welcome. Please feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks (preferably in reusable bottles). \nAbility Level: Recommended for adults and older children\, but suitable for all ages and ability levels. \nRescheduling & Cancellations: 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\, cancellation 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 p.m. on weekdays.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/summertime-mothing-workshop-blaine-rothauser/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
ORGANIZER;CN="GSWA":MAILTO:info@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150614T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150614T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T185852
CREATED:20170314T222904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170314T222904Z
UID:17905-1434303000-1434310200@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Jockey Hollow Explorers: Natural History Hike
DESCRIPTION: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. \nHazel 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. \nInterested adults and families with children are encouraged attend. \nSpace is limited\, so advance registration is strongly suggested. \nWhat 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. \nAbility Level: This is an easy hike over level ground and pavement suitable for all ages and skill levels. Strollers are not recommended. \nRescheduling & 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.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/jockey-hollow-explorers-natural-history-hike/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, Morristown National Historical Park\, 600 Tempe Wick Road\, Morristown\, New Jersey\, 07960
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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SUMMARY:Full Flower Moon Hike at Great Swamp NWR
DESCRIPTION:Do you know why May’s full moon is called the Full Flower Moon? With spring in full swing and flowers bursting out all over\, it’s not too hard to guess! \nThis is an amazing time of year at NJ’s Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Fully awake after a long winter’s nap\, the wetlands along the boardwalks are positively teeming with wildlife and the new green of trees\, marsh grasses\, and water lilies. \nIt’s easy to connect with the Refuge’s many natural wonders during the day\, but to experience them at night\, with a full moon rising over the horizon and animal activity at its peak\, is something casual visitors rarely get to see. \nFortunately\, the Great Swamp Watershed Association has a special-use permit that allows us to enter the Refuge at night. And that means we can share the priviledge with you! \nYou\, your family\, and friends are invited to join naturalist Hazel England — GSWA’s director of education and outreach — for a special full-moon hike at the Refuge’s Wildlife Observation Center off Long Hill Road in Harding Township. \nHazel will re-acquaint you with your night senses so you can hear\, smell\, and even see things that escape you attention during the day. You’ll also learn more about nocturnal wildlife and the sounds they make as the sun goes down. \nInterested adults and families with children are encouraged attend.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/full-flower-moon-hike-great-swamp-nwr/
LOCATION:Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge\, 220 Long Hill Road\, Gillette\, NJ\, 07933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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SUMMARY:Owl Prowl with Emile DeVito and Hazel England
DESCRIPTION:Explore New Jersey’s forests at dusk and you just might find yourself in the middle of an interrogation! Who!? Who cooks for you? The barred owl sounds like an awfully inquisitive bird\, but\, in fact\, it’s just trying to protect its turf. Want to learn more about New Jersey’s owls? Then you don’t want to miss this early-evening hike with conservation biologist Dr. Emile DeVito and GSWA’s own Hazel England. Nestled on acres of upland forest and meadow\, Primrose Farm is prime owl-spotting habitat and a perfect spot for Dr. DeVito to demonstrate his owl-calling expertise. With a little luck\, you might just hear (or even see!) some of these stealthy night flyers as they move in to investigate the mysterious sounds. \nWhat to Bring: Warm clothing (including hats and gloves) and waterproof footwear — especially hiking boots — are very strongly recommended for this hike. Field guides\, binoculars\, and water in reusable containers are welcome. (This is a leave-no-trace event.) \nAbility Level: This is a short out-and-back hike over uneven ground\, and is suitable for almost all ages and ability levels. (Stollers are not recommended.) \nRescheduling & Cancellations: All events are subject to change or cancellation without notice; however\, we always try to contact pre-registered participants via e-mail or telephone when problems arise. In the event of inclement weather\, cancellation and rescheduling notices will be posted to our Event Information Hotline at 973-538-3500 x22. Please note that GSWA’s offices are not staffed on weekends or after 5:00 p.m. on weekdays.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/owl-prowl-emile-devito-hazel-england/
LOCATION:Primrose Farm (Enter from Barrett Field)\, Barrett Field\, 1413-000460000-000020001-00000\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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