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September 17 at 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Virtual Evening Briefing: Great Swamp Watershed Association101
REGISTERJoin us for a free virtual presentation on the topic of: Us! What does a watershed association do? What is a watershed, even? We will answer the question of how does GSWA protect our water and give you a detailed look into how we conduct our sampling. We will also discuss how we restore wetlands at the Conservation Management Area, and more give you other valuable information about how we continue to educate and protect the waters of the Great Swamp Watershed and Passaic River. Event will be followed by a Q&A session. Join Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 968 7131 7598 Passcode: GSWA101
Purchase at the Gate – Great Swamp Great Music Festival 2020
Free - $25
Tickets available at the gate: Adults $30, Students $15 , Under 13 - free This event is rain or shine. Join us for a safe, much-needed afternoon of music and relaxation at our 3rd annual Great Swamp Great Music festival! Sunday, August 16, 2020, 2-7 PM at Giralda Farms, Chatham, NJ Let it all go as you enjoy the live music of five bands - some returning and some new. Bring your own blankets and low-lying beach chairs. You are…
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August 1 at 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Guided Afternoon Hike – Aug 1
REGISTERC'mon out for an exclusive, semi-private hike with GSWA to explore our Conservation Management Area (CMA). Many people have hiked our trails during the lockdown which have remained open for passive recreation. Perhaps you're one of them. But there's so much more to see, like all our recent restorations, as you tour the site with an insider. As we hike the trails of our 73-acre property, we'll share what is happening with wildlife during the summer months and talk about of the area's ecology. We'll also check out the marsh, upland beech forest and vernal wetlands. This is our pilot "COVID-19 response hike" and we will carefully manage registration. For…
August 1 at 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Guided Morning Hike – Aug 1 at 10 am
REGISTERC'mon out for an exclusive, members-only, semi-private hike with GSWA’s own Adam Palmer to explore our Conservation Management Area (CMA). Many people have hiked our trails during the lockdown which have remained open for passive recreation. Perhaps you're one of them. But there's so much more to see, like all our recent restorations, as you tour the site with an insider. As we hike the trails of our 73-acre property, we'll share what is happening with wildlife during the summer months and talk about of the area's ecology. We'll also check out the marsh, upland beech forest and vernal wetlands. And let's face it, being outside is so important for…
July 30 at 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm
Guided Hike Late-Evening Hike – July 30
REGISTERC'mon out for an exclusive semi-private hike with GSWA’s own Adam Palmer to explore our Conservation Management Area (CMA). Many people have hiked our trails during the lockdown which have remained open for passive recreation. Perhaps you're one of them. But there's so much more to see, like all our recent restorations, as you tour the site with an insider. As we hike the trails of our 73-acre property, we'll share what is happening with wildlife during the summer months and talk about of the area's ecology. We'll also check out the marsh, upland beech forest and vernal wetlands. And let's face it, being outside is so important for our…
July 30 at 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Guided Early Evening Hike – July 30
REGISTERC'mon out for an exclusive, semi-private hike with GSWA’s own Adam Palmer to explore our Conservation Management Area (CMA). Many people have hiked our trails during the lockdown which have remained open for passive recreation. Perhaps you're one of them. But there's so much more to see, like all our recent restorations, as you tour the site with an insider. As we hike the trails of our 73-acre property, we'll share what is happening with wildlife during the summer months and talk about of the area's ecology. We'll also check out the marsh, upland beech forest and vernal wetlands. And let's face it, being outside is so important for our…
July 28 at 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Guided Mid-Morning Hike – July 28
REGISTERC'mon out for an exclusive, semi-private hike with GSWA’s own Adam Palmer to explore our Conservation Management Area (CMA). Many people have hiked our trails during the lockdown which have remained open for passive recreation. Perhaps you're one of them. But there's so much more to see, like all our recent restorations, as you tour the site with an insider. As we hike the trails of our 73-acre property, we'll share what is happening with wildlife during the summer months and talk about of the area's ecology. We'll also check out the marsh, upland beech forest and vernal wetlands. And let's face it, being outside is so important for our…
July 28 at 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Guided Early Morning Hike – July 28
REGISTERC'mon out for an exclusive, semi-private hike with GSWA’s own Adam Palmer to explore our Conservation Management Area (CMA). Many people have hiked our trails during the lockdown which have remained open for passive recreation. Perhaps you're one of them. But there's so much more to see, like all our recent restorations, as you tour the site with an insider. As we hike the trails of our 73-acre property, we'll share what is happening with wildlife during the summer months and talk about of the area's ecology. We'll also check out the marsh, upland beech forest and vernal wetlands. And let's face it, being outside is so important for our…
June 14 at 8:00 am - June 20 at 5:00 pm
SOLD OUT: DIY Planter Box – Father’s Day Project
REGISTERWe have sold out of this item. We still have a few warbler and owl boxes available for purchase if you're looking for a DIY project. This Father’s Day skip the tie and let's give him something he will really appreciate! This planter box kit is an excellent stay-at-home project. It's a great opportunity to spend some special time with the man of the hour or give him a project to enjoy on his own. And it's a breeze to assemble. Made from poplar, a moderate weight hardwood, this planter has a mesh base and slats to allow drainage. It's perfect for plants, veggies, or wildflowers. The finished size…
June 3 at 8:00 am - July 1 at 5:00 pm
(Ongoing throughout June) Make-at-home Warbler Nest Box Kit
REGISTERIt's as easy as 1-2-3, and just in time for nesting season. Register for this virtual program, collect the boxes from our office in a secure and safe way, then build the box at your leisure at home following our easy to follow, step-by-step instruction guide. We will even be available for technical help should you require it. All you need is a hammer, the kit that we will provide, and a little patience. If you are not sure if you have the right habitat for these amazing warblers, don’t worry, many other cavity nesting birds will utilize constructed boxes. Our follow-along guide contains important and interesting background information to…