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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260602T173000
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UID:59827-1780421400-1780428600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Nature Journaling Hike
DESCRIPTION:Nature journaling is a centuries-old practice used to record observations\, changes and data about the world around us. It is also a way to build observational and relational thinking and curiosity. We will wander through the CMA\, pausing several times to collect our observations\, questions\, and connections in our notebooks. Through prompts and practices\, we will deepen our awareness of the natural world and let our own curiosity guide our observations. You do not need to be an artist or a naturalist to enjoy nature journaling\, you just have to be willing to slow down and take a look around! \nNo previous artistic experience required. Adults – includes journal notebook\, art supplies provided. \n\nPlease email Izzy ifilippini@greatswamp.org with questions or cancellations. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons\, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist\, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/nature-journaling-hike/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alex Sloane":MAILTO:ASloane@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041900
CREATED:20260327T175718Z
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UID:60755-1781596800-1781645400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Breakfast Briefing: Plastic Pellet Pollution Survey
DESCRIPTION:The plastic problem starts long before a bottle hits the recycling bin—it begins with nurdles. These tiny plastic pellets are the building blocks of almost every plastic product\, but they often end up in our waterways instead of a factory. \n\n\nCome out to enjoy a light breakfast and learn how we’re monitoring our rivers to track these microplastics and what we’re doing to keep them out of the watershed. It’s a great chance to see the “behind-the-scenes” science of water protection and how tiny pellets can have a huge impact on our local environment. \n\n\nSpots are limited. Registration required.\n\nGet tickets below: GSWA Members are Free | Non-members $10 (Adult) and $5 (Child)\nEco Pro Tip: Purchase a discounted annual GSWA Family Membership today to attend this (and future briefings) for free—plus enjoy member-only events\, discounts\, and more while supporting the long-term protection of the Great Swamp Watershed and the Passaic River. \n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions or need to cancel? Email Izzy at ifilippini@greatswamp.org. Ticketing closes on 5/12 at 4:00 PM. \nCancellation Policy: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events take place as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons\, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist\, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded unless they are due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/brbr-plastic-pellets/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Rago":MAILTO:nrago@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041900
CREATED:20260311T211049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T211049Z
UID:60416-1782415800-1782421200@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:America’s 250th Celebration Firefly Hike
DESCRIPTION:Come experience nature’s own fireworks display with the brilliant flickers of fireflies. This is a fun way to get in some evening steps while we explore the fascinating lives and behaviors of our glowing friends just one week before the bigger\, brighter\, fireworks of our 250th anniversary celebration. This will be an easy-going\, natural history-focused hike on flat\, boardwalked trails. \n\nPlease email Izzy ifilippini@greatswamp.org with questions or cancellations. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons\, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist\, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/americas-250th-celebration-firefly-hike/
LOCATION:Helen Fenske Visitor Center\, 32 Pleasant Plains Rd\, New Vernon\, NJ\, 07976\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260629T190000
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CREATED:20260311T205039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T205039Z
UID:60407-1782754200-1782759600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Caring for Your Native Plants
DESCRIPTION:Native plants are low maintenance\, but this does not mean they’re no maintenance. Join us for this outdoor\, hands-on session that covers the essential care of these hearty plants. We’ll discuss practical “how to’s” for the beginning native gardener\, covering everything from “Chelsea chops” (a method for controlling height and extending bloom times) to successfully dividing energetic plants to keep your landscape balanced. You’ll walk away with practical advice to keep your yard healthy and vibrant throughout the season. \n\nPlease email Izzy ifilippini@greatswamp.org with questions or cancellations. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons\, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist\, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/caring-for-your-native-plants-26/
LOCATION:Foote’s Pond Park\, 137 James Street\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Evening Briefing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T090000
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UID:60208-1783674000-1783688400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Opportunity: Stewardship Friday July 10
DESCRIPTION:Ready to get your hands dirty in the swamp? Need community service hours? College students—are you looking for something meaningful to add to your resume? \nJoin us on Friday at the GSWA Conservation Management Area (CMA) in Harding Township to help us steward the land. We could really use your help getting our CMA tidied up by helping us with the following tasks: \n\nChipping and mulching our trail networks\nRemoving invasive plants\nBuilding new boardwalks which allow hikers to get through flooded areas\nClearing branches and limbs from recent storms\n\nBe sure to wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and hiking boots or sturdy old shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a hat and a reusable water bottle. We will provide bug spray\, sunscreen\, gloves\, snacks\, and all the tools you need. \nSummer 2026 Stewardship Friday schedule: \nJuly 10 \nJuly 17 \nJuly 24 \nJuly 31
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/stewardship-friday-71026/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041900
CREATED:20260224T012000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T012557Z
UID:60210-1784278800-1784293200@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Opportunity: Stewardship Friday July 17
DESCRIPTION:Ready to get a little dirty and sweaty in the swamp? Need community service hours? College students—are you looking for something meaningful to add to your resume? \nJoin us on Friday at the GSWA Conservation Management Area (CMA) in Harding Township to help us steward the land. We could really use your help getting our CMA tidied up by helping us with the following tasks: \n\nChipping and mulching our trail networks\nRemoving invasive plants\nBuilding new boardwalks which allow hikers to get through flooded areas\nClearing branches and limbs from recent storms\n\nBe sure to wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and hiking boots or sturdy old shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a hat and a reusable water bottle. We will provide bug spray\, sunscreen\, gloves\, snacks\, and all the tools you need. \nSummer 2026 Stewardship Friday schedule: \nJuly 10 \nJuly 17 \nJuly 24 \nJuly 31
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/stewardship-friday-71726/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041900
CREATED:20260224T010436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T010506Z
UID:60202-1784307600-1784318400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Evening Paddle at Great Piece Meadows
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a peaceful\, one-way evening paddle  down the Passaic River. The preserved area of Great Piece Meadows is known for its slow\, quite twists and turns. It’s home to wildlife such as great blue heron\, salamanders\, turtles\, mink\, muskrat and more. \nThis will be a 3 hour paddle for experienced paddlers. Please bring snacks and drinks. \nWe will meet up at the Fairfield parking lot.  \nIMPORTANT – Kayak Waiver: Each participant MUST submit one of the forms below. If the person is under the age of 18\, a parent or guardian must sign their form and assume responsibility for the minor. Please complete\, sign and bring the form(s) with you. The organizers will collect completed forms before put-in. \nAdult Attendee \nMinor Attendee \nThe GSWA kayaks\, used in our water quality and educational programming\, were purchased with the generous funding provided by the Thomas Glasser Foundation. \nThe put-in location is the Livingston Canoe Launch\, and we will paddle from there. \n\nPlease email Izzy ifilippini@greatswamp.org with questions or cancellations. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons\, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist\, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/great-piece-paddle-26/
LOCATION:Great Piece Meadows\, 2 Camp Ln\, Fairfield\, New Jersey\, 07004
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041900
CREATED:20260224T012231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T012541Z
UID:60211-1784883600-1784898000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Opportunity: Stewardship Friday July 24
DESCRIPTION:Ready to get a little dirty and sweaty in the swamp? Need community service hours? College students—are you looking for something meaningful to add to your resume? \nJoin us on Friday at the GSWA Conservation Management Area (CMA) in Harding Township to help us steward the land. We could really use your help getting our CMA tidied up by helping us with the following tasks: \n\nChipping and mulching our trail networks\nRemoving invasive plants\nBuilding new boardwalks which allow hikers to get through flooded areas\nClearing branches and limbs from recent storms\n\nBe sure to wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and hiking boots or sturdy old shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a hat and a reusable water bottle. We will provide bug spray\, sunscreen\, gloves\, snacks\, and all the tools you need. \nSummer 2026 Stewardship Friday schedule: \nJuly 10 \nJuly 17 \nJuly 24 \nJuly 31
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/stewardship-friday-72426/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041900
CREATED:20260224T012511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T012511Z
UID:60212-1785488400-1785502800@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer Opportunity: Stewardship Friday July 31
DESCRIPTION:Ready to get a little dirty and sweaty in the swamp? Need community service hours? College students—are you looking for something meaningful to add to your resume? \nJoin us on Friday at the GSWA Conservation Management Area (CMA) in Harding Township to help us steward the land. We could really use your help getting our CMA tidied up by helping us with the following tasks: \n\nChipping and mulching our trail networks\nRemoving invasive plants\nBuilding new boardwalks which allow hikers to get through flooded areas\nClearing branches and limbs from recent storms\n\nBe sure to wear long pants\, long sleeves\, and hiking boots or sturdy old shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a hat and a reusable water bottle. We will provide bug spray\, sunscreen\, gloves\, snacks\, and all the tools you need. \nSummer 2026 Stewardship Friday schedule: \nJuly 10 \nJuly 17 \nJuly 24 \nJuly 31
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/stewardship-friday-73126/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA\, 1 Tiger Lily Ln\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041900
CREATED:20260224T014838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T014838Z
UID:60232-1787929200-1787934600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Session 1: End of Summer Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Ease into your weekend with a leisurely paddle on the Passaic River. As you experience the sunset from the water\, you may also be visited by some great blue heron\, turtles\, and other wildlife that uses the stream corridor as habitat and migration route. \nThere are 7 spots available per session – only 2 spots per registration. Children 8 and up are welcome. All participants 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent.  All participants must be able to swim\, be comfortable on the water\, and wear clothes and footwear that can (and will) get wet and muddy. Life vests will be provided. \n\nIMPORTANT – Kayak Waiver: Each participant MUST submit one of the forms below. If the person is under the age of 18\, a parent or guardian must sign their form and assume responsibility for the minor. Please complete\, sign and bring the form(s) with you. The organizers will collect completed forms before put-in. \nAdult Attendee \nMinor Attendee \n\n\nThe GSWA kayaks\, used in our water quality and educational programming\, were purchased with the generous funding provided by the Thomas Glasser Foundation. \n\nThe meet up location is Essex County Environmental Center. \n\nPlease email Izzy ifilippini@greatswamp.org with questions or cancellations. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons\, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist\, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/end-of-summer-paddle-26-1/
LOCATION:Essex County Environmental Center\, 621 Eagle Rock Ave\, Roseland\, NJ\, 07068
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260828T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T041900
CREATED:20260224T014828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T014828Z
UID:60231-1787938200-1787943600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Session 2: End of Summer Paddle
DESCRIPTION:Ease into your weekend with a leisurely paddle on the Passaic River. As you experience the sunset from the water\, you may also be visited by some great blue heron\, turtles\, and other wildlife that uses the stream corridor as habitat and migration route. \nThere are 7 spots available per session – only 2 spots per registration. Children 8 and up are welcome. All participants 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent.  All participants must be able to swim\, be comfortable on the water\, and wear clothes and footwear that can (and will) get wet and muddy. Life vests will be provided. \n\nIMPORTANT – Kayak Waiver: Each participant MUST submit one of the forms below. If the person is under the age of 18\, a parent or guardian must sign their form and assume responsibility for the minor. Please complete\, sign and bring the form(s) with you. The organizers will collect completed forms before put-in. \nAdult Attendee \nMinor Attendee \n\n\nThe GSWA kayaks\, used in our water quality and educational programming\, were purchased with the generous funding provided by the Thomas Glasser Foundation. \n\nThe meet up location is Essex County Environmental Center. \n\nPlease email Izzy ifilippini@greatswamp.org with questions or cancellations. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons\, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist\, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/end-of-summer-paddle-26-2/
LOCATION:Essex County Environmental Center\, 621 Eagle Rock Ave\, Roseland\, NJ\, 07068
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alex Sloane":MAILTO:ASloane@greatswamp.org
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