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SUMMARY:Creative Charitable Giving & Tax Benefits: FREE
DESCRIPTION:“How can I be better off from a tax perspective AND give money to charity?” It is a question that many people ponder\, and there are myriad options. Join presenter\, Stacey Valentine\, a partner at Avelino Law\, LLP\, as she walks us through it. Stacy will focus on the estate planning process and specifically\, how she assists individuals and families with their wealth planning goals. She will also explore some creative ways to benefit your favorite charity through retirement plan assets that can result in significant income tax savings. This is your chance to ask a professional so\, be sure to bring your questions. \nA 6 PM wine and cheese reception will precede Stacey’s 7 PM presentation. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/charitable-giving-and-taxes/
LOCATION:Kemmerer Library\, 19 Blue Mill Road\, Harding Twp.\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wade Kirby":MAILTO:wkirby@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211023T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211023T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
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SUMMARY:Registration is full: GSWA Members Only Hike @ Drew Forest
DESCRIPTION:Registration is full for this hike. To be added to the waitlist\, please email NRago@GreatSwamp.org or call 973-538-3500. \nVisit Drew Forest for a special guided tour for GSWA members only. The tour is an easy\, mostly flat walk where we will check out some pretty ponds and the local wildlife. Our guide will explain how the protection from deer and removal of invasive plants have brought back lost or diminished plant species\, pollinators\, food webs\, and forest structure. \nThe Drew University Forest Preserve is 53 acres of unusually contiguous natural forest\, a biodiversity hotspot thanks in part to 12 years of successful forest restoration. The Preserve is one of the only forests in the county with a native understory where beech and sassafras seedlings thrive and pollinators and other insects survive along with the birds that depend upon them. This intact woodland also serves as a major educational and research resource to the entire community. \nWe’ll be walking on unpaved paths that may be damp in spots\, so wear appropriate shoes\, long pants with socks and long sleeves or carry bug spray. There are no rest room facilities. If you have binoculars bring them along! It takes 10 minutes to walk from Drew’s visitor parking lot so please arrive earlier. \nScroll down to register… \nDirections to the Drew University Forest Preserve’s Zuck Arboretum and Hepburn Woods\nEnter Drew University from Main Street/Madison Ave. at the traffic light entrance\, called Lancaster Road\, and park in the first lot\, the visitor lot\, to the right of the guardhouse. From the visitor lot\, just walk south away from Main Street along that entrance road (it curves slightly left and then right into the next parking lot). Continue through (or alongside) this long main parking lot (still going south)\, with ball fields on your right and campus buildings on your left. Where the lot ends at the large Forum/Athletic complex\, turn right (west) to cross a road and a bit of lawn to reach a short sidewalk that curves around the baseball outfield. Go left on this sidewalk (south) to its end\, to where there are woods and deer protection fences on both sides. Both trails begin here. \nDue to the limited number of people who may participate in this hike\, please notify us if you are unable to attend this hike so we may call the next person on the wait list. If you are not feeling well on the day of the hike\, we request that you stay home and join us on another day. Email NRago@GreatSwamp.org or call 973-538-3500.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/hike-drew-forest/
LOCATION:Drew University Forest Preserve’s Zuck Arboretum\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Val Thorpe":MAILTO:vthorpe@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20210917T165415Z
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SUMMARY:Change of Colors & Bird Migration Hike
DESCRIPTION:Please note the new date \nOctober is the perfect time to head outdoors and check out all the vibrant colors of autumn\, and Garret Mountain is the place to be. We will also look for migrating birds along this key migration flyway lead with GSWA Director of Land Stewardship\, Hazel England. Hazel will take us on a journey through the trails of the Reservation to identify the many varieties of trees and plants as they begin to prepare for a long winter’s nap. Situated 500 feet above sea level\, Garret Mountain Reservation offers several overlooks with panoramic views of northern New Jersey and New York City that you can’t see from anywhere else in Passaic County. GSWA Members: FREE\, Non-members: $10.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/garret-mtn-colors-hike/
LOCATION:Garret Mountain Reservation\, Lambert Castle Parking Lot\, 3 Valley Rd.\, Paterson\, NJ\, 07424\, 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:20211103T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20210928T015418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T155625Z
UID:35493-1635966000-1635969600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Rain Gardens: FREE Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes at 4 PM on Wed\, Nov 3. \n  \nThinking of adding a rain garden to your yard? Smart choice! A rain garden is a beautiful addition to your landscape that also provides a valuable function. By causing water to absorb slowly into the ground it reduces and sometimes even prevents flooding. A rain garden also helps keep storm water run-off from carrying pollution to our drinking water sources. Join us for an in-depth review of the benefits of installing a rain garden at your home and get some basic how-to suggestions. Registration is required for this FREE program. You will receive Zoom login details prior to the event. \nSUMMIT RESIDENTS ONLY: Due to a generous grant* Summit residents will have an opportunity to set up a FREE at-home consultation with design professionals to plan and layout a garden specific to your yard. You will also receive a list of recommended plants. Consultations will take place at your home the week of November 8-12 by appointment so be sure to take advantage of this free offer! More on this offer will be discussed at the end of the November 3rd program. \n*This program is sponsored by a grant from The Mary Reinhart Stackhouse Foundation for the purpose of improving Summit area’s water quality\, one yard at a time.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/intro-to-rain-gardens-2/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T150000
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CREATED:20210917T182253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T164746Z
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SUMMARY:Stream Assessment Training-FREE (NEW DATE)
DESCRIPTION:Interested in learning how to monitor a stream or gaining a better understanding about stream health? This one-day\, two-part training session is for you! An indoor classroom session teaches you how to conduct visual and biological stream assessments and recognize environmental factors that may impact stream health. An outdoor session lets you practice your new-found skills at a local stream site. By the afternoon\, you will be a fully trained visual stream assessment volunteer and ready to conduct an assessment. \nTools and supplies will be provided. Be sure to wear shoes that are suitable for walking outside and getting dirty. Preferred volunteers are 15 or older. Younger volunteers are welcome with parent participation. This training will be conducted in conjunction with the AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassador Program. Registration required for this FREE training session.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/stream-assess-trng-nov-2021/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211119T120000
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CREATED:20211012T194043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T152649Z
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SUMMARY:Fairfield Fall Cleanup Day - Nov 19 (11/12 POSTPONED)
DESCRIPTION:Because of Rain Forecast\, Cleanup Rescheduled to Friday\, Nov 19th\nThe flooding caused by Hurricane Ida affected many natural areas adjacent to our local rivers. They were inundated with the trash carried downstream. While GSWA staff were sampling the water quality along the Passaic River in Fairfield\, we observed a large quantity of trash that had been caught up in the trees in the flood plain in this area. \nGSWA\, working together our local NJ AmeriCorps Watershed Ambassador\, is organizing a cleanup day to ensure that this area gets the needed attention.  We need your help!  Come out and join us in cleaning up this beautiful area of the Passaic River. The cleanup location on Nov 19th is the boat launch site at the end of Camp Ln\, in Fairfield.  The cleanup will run from 10 – 12 PM.  We are asking people to wear masks and it will be muddy so you should wear appropriate shoes that can get muddy and maybe even wet.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/https-www-greatswamp-org-event-fairfield-fall-cleanup/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211128T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211128T120000
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CREATED:20210928T025920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211128T035403Z
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SUMMARY:Post-Thanksgiving Cleanup & Hike @ the CMA
DESCRIPTION:Thanksgiving is a day of giving… giving thanks\, and perhaps giving in to all the delicious temptations we smelled long before they ever found our their way to our plates. And more food-filled holidays are right around the corner. This is the right time to head outside and work it off by helping prepare our Conservation Management Area (CMA) for winter with some important trail maintenance. Then we will put away our tools and will hit the trails again\, this time for some relaxation and sight seeing. If you haven’t already seen all the amazing renovations that took place last November\, now is your chance to see what a healthy swamp is supposed to look like! So\, let’s get together and work and play at the CMA! \nCan’t do the cleanup and the hike? That’s okay. Just let us know which works for you. Either way\, we’re outside and we’re burning calories!
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/thanksgiving-cleanup-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="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20211025T215841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T165736Z
UID:35810-1638612000-1638619200@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Geocaching at the CMA
DESCRIPTION:Charge up your phone or GPS device and join us at the CMA for a unique treasure hunt called Geocaching! Geocaching is an outdoor recreational activity where players use their GPS device to find hidden caches (containers that typically hold a logbook to sign and mark your find). These caches will be hidden throughout the area\, and you will find them based on coordinates (longitude and latitude) as you explore the beautiful trails of GSWA’s Conservation Management Area. This is a Geocaching 101 event where you will learn all there is to know about this growing sport. It’s a fun activity on your own or with the whole family. When you’re done\, we will treat you to hot cider and donuts to celebrate your accomplishments! GSWA members: FREE\, non-member adults: $10\, non-member children: $5. This event is held in partnership with Northern New Jersey Cachers.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/geocaching-at-cma/
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=America/New_York:20211208T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20210928T032718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T170101Z
UID:35506-1638984600-1638990000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Wine & Cheese - Yes Please!
DESCRIPTION:The holidays are fast-approaching. Perhaps you’re hosting\, or maybe you’re looking for something special to bring along to a dinner party. Why risk guessing when you can taste for yourself? Join us for a delicious evening of wine and cheese pairings and samplings. We will tempt you with eight different types of cheese ranging from mild to sharp and creamy to crumbly. These cheeses will be paired with just the right wines to tantalize your taste buds and warm your spirits. It doesn’t get any easier than that! This event is free if you are NOT a GSWA member. GSWA members\, the cost is $25 OR bring a non-member along and you can both sip and sample for free!
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/wine-cheese-yes-please/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Friendraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211210T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20211209T170253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211209T185108Z
UID:36199-1639130400-1639144800@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Volunteer for the CMA Boardwalk Build
DESCRIPTION:Are you in the giving spirit and willing to brave the cold tomorrow morning? We have a lumber delivery and we could use help moving lumber plus maybe make a few boardwalks along the way! \nWe are meeting at 10 a.m. on Friday at the cul-de-sac entrance of the GSWA’s CMA on Tiger Lily Lane in Morristown. Dress in layers so you stay comfortable working outdoors. We hope to see you there! RSVP below if you are interested and so we can keep in touch.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/volunteers-cma-boardwalk-build/
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:20211221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211221T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20211205T225552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211209T190659Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Winter Solstice Full Moon Hike
DESCRIPTION:This hike is sold out. If you wish to be added to the waitlist or if you are registered and unable to attend so we can invite the next person on the waitlist\, please email nrago@GreatSwamp.org. \nBundle up and let’s celebrate the first day of winter (winter solstice) together with a full moon hike at the CMA’s Green Trail. This is a particularly spectacular full moon that sits above the horizon for a longer period of time. Winter solstice is the day with the fewest hours of sunlight in the whole year\, making it the shortest day of the year. Good news – the days begin to once again grow longer\, so it only gets brighter from here! Be sure to dress for the weather and wear your warm socks for this crisp\, invigorating night hike.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/winter-solstice-full-moon-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="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211229T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211229T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20211205T233652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211205T233652Z
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SUMMARY:Kids Snow Tracks Hike
DESCRIPTION:Hey kids\, it’s been a busy month. We’re betting you and your parents are ready to get outside and breathe in some crisp fresh air. We know just what to do! Let’s join Hazel England on a family-friendly adventure through the snowy forest of Jockey Hollow. We will seek out tracks left behind by critters scurrying through the snow in search of food and shelter\, and discover where they may lead. We will also talk about their winter-time activities and learn how they endure throughout the coldest months of the year\, in anticipation of the spring thaw. When we’re done\, we will warm up with hot cocoa and candy canes. Fun for all ages. Please remember to dress for the weather. Waterproof boots are strongly encouraged. Bring a snack and water if you like. Registration is required.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/kids-snow-tracks-hike/
LOCATION:Jockey Hollow Visitor Center\, 600 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20211222T191445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220114T163414Z
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SUMMARY:Hike at Rifle Camp Park\, Garret Mountain
DESCRIPTION:Join us on a winter journey through the trails of this beautiful reservation. Along the way we will check out the 19th-century Lambert Castle\, the current home of the Passaic County Museum. We’ll also hike through Rifle Camp Park which sits on the ridgeline of Garret Mountain. Situated 500 feet above sea level\, this area offers several overlooks with panoramic views of northern New Jersey and New York City that you can’t see from anywhere else in Passaic County. You’ll also catch a glimpse of American history – this spot served as an excellent location for George Washington’s troops to observe British movements during the Revolutionary War in 1780. Bring your camera and wear weather-appropriate attire for this unique and historic hike. Registration required\, limited # of hikers. \nIf the hike is sold out and you wish to be added to the waitlist\, please email nrago@GreatSwamp.org. If you are registered and unable to attend please email nrago@GreatSwamp.org so we can invite the next person on the waitlist. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/hike-at-rifle-camp-park-garret-mountain/
LOCATION:Rifle Camp Park\, 387 Rifle Camp Rd.\, Woodland Park\, NJ\, 07424\, 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:20220125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220107T202045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220117T211435Z
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SUMMARY:Landscaping for a Healthy Environment - Jersey-Friendly Yards: FREE Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Do you want a Jersey-Friendly Yard? \nWe believe that by helping you to have a healthy yard\, we all are taking one more step towards a healthier environment. During this webinar you will learn how building a Jersey-Friendly Yard creates a healthy foundation of soil\, conserves water\, attracts and supports wildlife\, and adds beauty and interest to your home landscape. Join GSWA and Becky Laboy – from the Ocean County Soil Conservation District and the Jersey-Friendly Yards initiative – for helpful information on how to put these ideas into practice to create a “Jersey-Friendly Yard”. Becky will also discuss great ways to prepare for creating new native beds this spring.  \nThis is GSWA’s kickoff webinar (first of three) for our Native Plants for Pollinators Sale. Mark your calendar and register for the following: \n\nWebinar #1 – Landscaping for a Healthy Environment: Tuesday\, January 25\, 7-8 PM\nWebinar #2 – Pollinator Insects: Tuesday\, February 22\, 7-8 PM\nWebinar #3 – Native Plant Sale Product Review\, Tuesday\, April 1\, 12-1 PM \nGSWA Native Plant Pollinator Sale: April 1-22 (order online)\n\nThe GSWA Native Plant Sale will offer a full selection of attractively priced native perennials and grasses with simple guidance for planting delightfully alive pollinator gardens that will thrive with minimal care. Contact plantsale@greatswamp.org to request ongoing Native Plant Sale email updates and reminders. \nGSWA Partners:
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/landscaping-for-a-healthy-environment/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, Morristown\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220216T190000
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CREATED:20220113T232819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T153031Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Sunset & Full Moon Hike at Primrose Farm
DESCRIPTION:This event has reached its max capacity. If you would like to be added to the waitlist\, or if you have registered and are unable to attend\, please email NRago@GreatSwamp.org.  \n  \nYou’ve got to witness this! Experience this unique opportunity to enjoy the winter sky… twice in one evening. As the sun sets\, we enjoy a leisurely stroll through the restored wildflower meadow and bid goodnight to the day together. The February full moon\, known as the “snow moon” will then light the sky and guide us through the remainder of this relaxing winter hike. And\, if there happens to be snow on the ground\, we can look for tracks and other signs of the critters who call Primrose Farm home. Dress for the weather and be sure to wear appropriate footwear. \nDirections: Primrose Farm (see below for google map – click the + to zoom in and see details)
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/sunset-full-moon-hike-primrose-2/
LOCATION:Primrose Farm (Enter from Barrett Field)\, Barrett Field\, 1413-000460000-000020001-00000\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220125T162238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220222T211106Z
UID:37167-1645556400-1645560000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Native Pollinators - What's the Buzz?
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes 2/22 @ 5 PM \nYour yard\, whatever the size\, can provide essential habitat for valuable pollinators such as butterflies\, bees\, and other beneficial insects. Join GSWA for this free\, one-hour webinar as we take a closer look at our native pollinators and the important roles they play in our gardens and in supporting healthy ecosystems.  More than 75% of all flowering plants need pollinators to reproduce – and your garden veggies need their help too!  Native pollinators have fascinating life histories\, so knowing about gardening for pollinators from the insects’ perspective will enable you to truly welcome them to your yard. Our host\, an all-round cool bug guy\, Dr. Stephen Mason Ph.D. is an entomologist and faculty at Immaculata University\, and a research associate at Philadelphia Academy of Natural Sciences. He will shed some light on insect life histories to make your yard a hive of activity this summer.  Registration is required for this free Zoom webinar. You will receive your Zoom link prior to the program. This is the second of GSWA’s free\, three-part native pollinator plant webinar series in preparation of our Native Plants for Pollinators Sale taking place online April 1-22. \n\nMark Your Calendar: \n\nWebinar #3: Planting for Pollinators – The Store is Open! What’s on offer and why on Tuesday\, April 1\, 12-1 PM\nGSWA Native Plant Pollinator Sale: April 1-22 (order online)\n\nOur GSWA and partners Plants for Pollinators Sale will offer over 22\,000 native perennial and grass deep plugs that are attractively priced and available single species or in carefully curated kits for different typical garden conditions.  We’ve added tons of simple guidance to ensure planting success for a delightfully alive pollinator garden that will thrive with minimal care. Our own Hazel England\, will talk about why native plants\, how planting for pollinators benefits the watershed and biodiversity locally\, and dig deep on the details of which species the twenty eight species offered for sale attract\, and their characteristics and appearance. Contact plantsale@greatswamp.org to request ongoing Native Plant Sale email updates and reminders.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/native-pollinators-whats-the-buzz/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, Morristown\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220302T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20211220T161344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220219T231739Z
UID:36251-1646244000-1646251200@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:DIY Workshop: Reusable Wrap & Produce Bags
DESCRIPTION:Let us help you get your home a little eco-friendlier with 3 simple do-it-yourself projects. All you need to bring is the desire to break your reliance on plastic. We will provide everything else you need to make and take 3 reusable beeswax food storage covers and 3 reusable produce shopping bags.  Not handy with a sewing machine? Not a problem. Our instructors will there to help you every step of the way. We will even show you how easy it is to make an effective\, chemical-free household cleaner with 3 simple ingredients you likely already have at home.  \nNew Jersey’s plastic bag ban takes effect on May 4. Let’s get a jump on it now! This DIY workshop is a great opportunity to learn some new skills while doing something good for the planet. AND\, we will send you home with step-by-step instructions to make more and to share with your family and friends.  \nThese items are fun to make and they also make great gifts. So\, join us for this fun and easy workshop and let’s change some behaviors  together! \n This workshop is limited to the first 20 people to register – sign up today!
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/diy-workshop-reusable-bags/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220309T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220302T182109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T210320Z
UID:38753-1646852400-1646856000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Evening Briefing: The Importance of Tap Water
DESCRIPTION:This Evening Briefing is offered in partnership with The Summit Free Public Library \nTurn on the tap and your most important resource comes flowing out. Come learn about the different factors that affect our drinking water\, whether from a well or a public supply. Drinking safe tap water helps reduce plastic waste and preserve our fresh water supplies. \nJoin us for this free Zoom webinar as Sandra LaVigne\, GSWA Director of Water Quality Programs\, reviews the importance of tap water and its connection to our health and the health of the environment. \nZoom link will be send prior to the event. \n  \n  \n \n(This link takes you to The Summit Free Public Library’s website for registration) \n  \n\nALSO… \n“Test the Tap” – Mark Your Calendar   \nGSWA and The Summit Free Public Library are partnering up to offer residential well and public water testing at a discounted rate: \nBasic Well Water Package: $125\nBasic Public Water Package: $65\n(Add-on testing is available for an additional fee) \nThis water testing program is open to everyone! \nClick HERE to register and pay a $10 deposit \nPick up your kit between March 14-28 at one of the following locations:\nSummit Free Public Library – 75 Maple Street\, Summit\, NJ\nGreat Swamp Watershed Association HQ – 568 Tempe Wick Rd.\, Morristown\, NJ \nCollect your water sample and drop it off Wednesday\, March 30* at the same location you picked up your kit\n (between 8-11 AM)\nYour balance due must be paid at this time ($10 deposit will be deducted)\n*You must be able to sample and drop-off on this date and time \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/importance-of-tap-water/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220312T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220515T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220204T204458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220328T225857Z
UID:37277-1647064800-1652657400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:GSWA Source-to-Sea Virtual Challenge: 80-mile Run/Walk/Bike/Roll
DESCRIPTION:Ready for a virtual challenge? Here we go! Register to run/walk/bike/roll 80 miles\, the length of the Passaic River\, from anywhere in the world. You will have 65 days to complete this challenge at your own pace. To give you an idea of how it works\, doing an activity every day of the challenge equates to ~1.2 miles per day for 65 days – piece of crumb cake! (Which you will have earned with your daily activity.) \nRegistration takes place on a website called “RunSignup” where you can follow your progress on an interactive map. Every time you enter your mileage from your recent activity\, the system calculates your total mileage and updates your location so you can see “where you are” virtually on your journey along the Passaic River. Every 10-mile milestone you achieve\, you will learn interesting facts about your “current location” and the importance of this wonderful resource\, the Passaic River. \n  \n \n(RunSignup is a 3rd party website managing registration on behalf of GSWA.) \n  \nThis fundraising event is open to anyone using anything powered by you to complete the challenge! Remember\, this is not a race\, it’s a challenge to keep you active and help you accomplish an impressive goal. The $35 registration fee includes a fun\, commemorative t-shirt. Additionally\, all who complete the challenge within the 65-day time period will receive a complimentary ticket to GSWA’s 5th Annual Great Swamp Great Music Festival (a $30 value) taking place on Sunday\, May 22 @ Giralda Farms Preserve in Chatham Twp.\, NJ. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/virtual-challenge-2022/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220313T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220313T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220216T213819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220308T191152Z
UID:37633-1647165600-1647172800@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Signs of Spring Hike @ the Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Step outside for this relaxing\, family-friendly\, guided tour of the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge’s Orange Trail. Enjoy a Spring preview in the great outdoors – the red-winged blackbirds and eastern phoebes are the first to get the memo that it’s time to return and start nesting\, while woodpeckers and spring peepers make their presence known more by sound than by sight. Some of our forest critters will also be scampering about. We will catch witch hazel in bloom\, skunk cabbage beginning to emerge\, and depending on our winter\, the pussy willow may be bursting its buds. Additionally\, non-native plants like crocuses and snowdrops will be starting to bloom. These are all indicators that Spring is on the way. This trail can get super wet/muddy\, so muck boots/wellies are recommended. The full hike will be under two miles. GSWA members: Free\, non-members: donation appreciated. \n  \nWe will meet at the end of Meyersville Rd\, Green Village (83 Meyersville Rd is the closest street address). \nClick HERE to view the map.  Coordinates: 40.726674\, -74.457729
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/signs-of-spring-hike-refuge/
LOCATION:Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge – Orange Trailhead\, approx 77 Meyersville Rd.\, Green Village (Harding Township)\, NJ\, 07935\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220314T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220303T220335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220329T135201Z
UID:38771-1647248400-1648584000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Test the Tap - Residential Water Sampling
DESCRIPTION:  \nGSWA and The Summit Free Public Library are offering local residential well & public water testing at a discounted rate. \nWhy test the water inside your house? To take back the tap! The water you drink every day can have impacts on your family’s health. Colorless and tasteless particles can become a health risk without your knowledge. Testing your public or well water is an opportunity to expose any potential areas of concern with the health of your water at discounted prices. Working through Garden State Labs\, we can offer this testing at lab-cost. \n  \n  \n  \nBasic Well Water Package: $125 \nWe constructed this package specifically for Great Swamp watershed residents based on the geography of the land and past data. Testing includes Total Coliform + E. coli\, Nitrate\, Iron\, Manganese\, Lead\, and Arsenic. \nBasic Public Water Package: $65 \nIf your water isn’t from a well but is instead from a municipal source (you pay for your water)\, this package is for you. It includes pH\, Lead\, and Total Coliform + E. coli. \nAdditional Testing for Well and Public Water \nTest add-ons are available for additional fees (due when you drop off your sample on March 30)\nPlease be sure to select individual add-ons when placing your order to receive the correct test bottles: \n \n  \n*We highly recommend adding copper to your package\, especially if you live in an older home. Last year\, many samples tested over the maximum contaminant limit for copper. \n**Most of the land in this area was historically used for agricultural purposes. Agricultural chemicals can seep into the groundwater systems and infiltrate your well. If you are unsure of the past land use of your property or if this is a concern of yours\, we recommend you consider adding herbicides to your test. (This is for well testing only). \n***Volatile Organics enter the groundwater systems through the seepage of oil tanks. Test for this if you know there may have been a gas station or commercial property near your land at some point\, if you are located near a railroad track\, or if there’s the possibility of a leaking oil tank on your or your neighbor’s property. (This is for well testing only). \n  \nClick HERE for a full list of testing parameters and descriptions \nClick HERE to view the Water Testing Brochure with additional information \n  \n\nHere’s how it works \n\nToday – Register below: \n\nSelect one kit only (well or public) along with all additional tests. \nPay a $10 deposit.  \nPrint your confirmation email to show when you pick up your test kit (or show on your phone) – you must have proof of registration with you!\n\n\n\n\nMarch 14 – March 29 – Pick up your kit at one of the following locations:\n\nSummit Free Public Library – 75 Maple St.\, Summit\, NJ\n(Mon-Thu\, 9 AM – 9 PM | Fri-Sat\, 9 AM – 5 PM | Sun\, 1-5 PM)\nGreat Swamp Watershed Association HQ – 568 Tempe Wick Rd.\, Morristown\, NJ\n(Mon-Fri\, 10 AM – 4 PM)\nYou must bring proof of registration to receive your kit (printout or on your phone)\n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 30 – Collect your water sample and drop it off\n\nYou will collect your sample from inside your home (instructions provided with test kit)\nDrop off your sample at the same location you picked up your kit (between 8-11 AM)\nYour balance due must be paid at this time ($10 deposit will be deducted)\nYou must be able to sample and drop-off on this date/timeframe to participate\n\n\n\n  \n-This program is open to everyone.\n-You must be able to collect and bring your sample to the designated locations on March 30.\n-GSWA does not profit from this testing and offers them at-cost. In exchange for discounted rates\, homeowners agree to let GSWA analyze the outcomes of their tests to create a database of results\, increasing the organization’s understanding of groundwater quality in our region. \n  \nThese tests cannot be used to satisfy the requirements of a real estate transaction
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/test-the-tap-2022/
LOCATION:Summit Free Public Library\, 75 Maple Street\, Summit\, NJ\, 07901
CATEGORIES:Water Testing
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220325T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220216T215535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220318T140612Z
UID:37643-1648234800-1648242000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:REGISTRATION CLOSED: Vernal Pool Exploration Hike
DESCRIPTION:This event has reached max capacity.  \nTo be placed on a waitlist\, or if you have registered and are unable to attend\, please email NRago@GreatSwamp.org.  \n  \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\, called vernal pools\, provide a perfect opportunity to learn more about Mother Nature here in New Jersey. But we have to hurry! They disappear quickly. This 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 upon a few unassuming puddles of water on the forest floor. Warm clothing and waterproof footwear\, especially hiking boots\, are strongly recommended. GSWA members: Free\, non-members: $10 for adults\, $5 for children ages 6-17. Register at GreatSwamp.org or call 973-538-3500. Registration is required.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/vernal-pool-hike-2022/
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="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220326T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220326T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220219T234506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220220T024641Z
UID:38121-1648296000-1648308600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Hike the Path of a Glacier
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a more challenging hike? Spend the afternoon with us for a unique experience where we will hike the path of a glacier and observe some unusual glacial erratics (stones and rocks that were transported by the glacier and then left behind after the glacier melted). Along with way we will stop to check out Tripod Rock\, a 180-ton boulder balanced on three smaller boulders. It’s truly a sight to behold. A little further on we will see Bear Rock\, one of NJs largest glacial erratics\, along other fascinating signs of the Wisconsin Glacier that retreated over 18\,000 years ago. \nThis is an intermediate hike with some rigorous conditions. Be sure to pack your binoculars\, water\, and snacks. \nLocation Coordinates:  40.94671186514669\, -74.38827526886288
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/hike-the-path-of-a-glacier/
LOCATION:Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area Visitors Center\, 1 Mars Ct.\, Boonton\, NJ\, 07005\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220218T155321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T182154Z
UID:37664-1648814400-1648818000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Native Pollinator Plant Sale - An Overview
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes April 1 @ 10 AM \nJoin Hazel England\, GSWA Director of Education\, Outreach\, and Land Stewardship (our resident pollinator expert) on Zoom to learn how different plants will help you build your pollinator garden to attract a variety of insects along with the plants you will need to attract pollinators. Discover why this type of garden benefits your yard\, your neighborhood\, and our shared watershed. \nWe will also walk you through our online storefront and simple ordering process with an overview of the native plants and plant kits available at our 2nd annual online Native Pollinator Plant Sale. Choose from 28 individual species to create or enhance your own garden in ways that best fit your needs. To simplify garden design and provide some additional savings\, 20 of the species are also sold in 6 different garden kits of 5 species each. Each kit is designed for specific garden sizes and conditions. \nIf you’re considering starting or expanding your native pollinator garden\, you’re going to want to check this out! Registration is required. You will receive your Zoom link prior to the start of the webinar. \nThe 2022 “Plants for Pollinators” Online Sale runs April 1 – April 22 \nClick HERE for a full list of  participating Community Partners
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/native-pollinators-webinar3-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, Morristown\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220401T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220422T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220402T133334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220402T142304Z
UID:40143-1648818000-1650670200@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:GSWA 2nd Annual Plants for Pollinators Online Sale
DESCRIPTION:2022 Ordering Will Be Open April 1st to 22nd \nThe Great Swamp Watershed Association Native Plant Sale provides a full selection of attractively priced native perennials and simple guidance for planting delightfully alive pollinator gardens that will thrive with minimal care. The Plants for Pollinators Online Sale is operated with the promotion and volunteers from Community Plant Sale Partners that include ten towns and seven community organizations. Our joint goal is to foster broad adoption of native plant gardens across our area to create necessary habitat for the pollinator insects and bird communities that are foundation elements of our local ecosystem – pooling our private yards to create what the popular lecturer and entomologist Doug Tallamy describes as a Homegrown National Park™. \n\nSelection – Peruse the native pollinator plant kits and individual species add-ons in the GSWA Native Plant Catalog.\nHow Do I Pick Up My Orders? Order are to be picked up locally at your town’s participating pick-up location. At time of checkout\, you can choose from one of the 14 locations to based on the location\, date and time that works best for you. CLICK HERE to preview Pickup Locations made available through our Plant Sale Partners.\nNeed Guidance? Take advantage of the Native Garden Planning Resources to assist in making your decision.\n\nEnjoy spring to fall blooms and amazing butterflies and other pollinators beginning this summer and for many years to come!
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/gswa-2nd-annual-plants-for-pollinators-online-sale/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220218T175544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T193231Z
UID:38056-1648891800-1648902600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Stream Assessment Training - Free and In-person
DESCRIPTION:This stream assessment training program is presented in partnership with the Summit Free Public Library. \nInterested in the health of your local stream? Concerned about clean water? Perhaps you’ve even considered becoming a stream monitoring volunteer. If any this makes you raise an eyebrow\, this free training session is for you! An indoor classroom session\, led by Sandra LaVigne\, GSWA Director of Water Quality Programs\, teaches you how to conduct visual and biological stream assessments\, identify macroinvertebrates\, and recognize environmental factors that could impact stream health. An outdoor session lets you practice your new-found skills at a local stream site. By afternoon you’re fully trained in visual and biological stream assessment! \n  \nTools and supplies provided. It gets a little messy so wear your boots and bring clean shoes to change into afterward. Preferred volunteers are 15 or older. \nTO REGISTER\nScroll down below “details” 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/stream-assess-trng-spring-2022/
LOCATION:Summit Free Public Library\, 75 Maple Street\, Summit\, NJ\, 07901
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220409T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220409T153000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220205T001537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220330T210830Z
UID:37439-1649509200-1649518200@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Nature Knowledge Pub Quiz - in-person
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED. STAY TUNED FOR THE NEW DATE. \n  \nBack by popular demand\, live and in-person\, it’s the GSWA Nature Knowledge Pub Quiz! Team up with some friends and come join the fun as we test your knowledge on nature and the environment. Your friends busy that day? No worries – we’ll team you up with other enthusiastic players. Multiple choice questions will be themed for each round ranging from beginner to expert level. \nSample Question\nIf night active animals are known as nocturnal\, what are dawn and dusk active animals known as? \nAnswer\nCrepuscular \n  \nSocialize and refuel your game with free pizza and soft drinks at the mid-game break! The $12 entry fee covers your individual quiz participation\, pizza\, and soft drinks. Feel free to BYOBeverages! \nAges 10 and older are welcome. Teams must have at least one member 18+ years of age to compete. Maximum team size: 3-5 people / maximum number of teams: 10. \nWe will open the windows and doors for plenty of ventilation. This will event fill up fast and space is limited\, so register today and get ready to play for prizes and bragging rights!
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/pub-quiz-feb-2022/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pub Quiz
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220420T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220220T001734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220419T161659Z
UID:38117-1650481200-1650484800@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Water Quality Report Card
DESCRIPTION:This event has been postponed due to an unforeseen conflict. Stay tuned for the new date\n  \nParticipate in-person or via Zoom webinar – it’s your choice! \n(Registration for the Zoom webinar closes  at 5 PM) \n  \nHow important to you is clean water to you? We drink it\, we bathe in it\, we swim and kayak in it… \nJoin GSWA Water Quality Director\, Sandra LaVigne\, for an in-depth review of the water quality in the Great Swamp watershed and in the Passaic River region. This brief presentation will highlight the results of the sampling and testing we performed on our local streams throughout 2021. Sandra will also provide an update on our testing protocol for PFAS (Perfluoroalkyl) manmade chemicals also called “forever chemicals.” PFAS is a growing threat to our water. Join us for this informative report on your water with a Q&A session at the end. Registration is required. A Zoom link will be sent to you post-registration.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/2021-wq-report-card/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T072243
CREATED:20220224T222526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T175637Z
UID:38496-1651309200-1651323600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Town-Wide Yard Sale: Madison & The Chathams
DESCRIPTION:This event has already happened. To register for the Saturday\, April 29\, 2023 spring Yard Sale\, click HERE\n  \nRegistration Deadline: Wednesday\, April 27 @ 11:55 PM \nDIGITAL YARD SALE MAP WILL BE SHARED HERE ON APRIL 29\, as well as on social media in Chatham and Madison and on popular garage sale sites. \n  \nCalling all residents of Madison and The Chathams – Spring is less than a month away! Start planning your Spring cleaning today by registering to host a yard sale on Saturday\, April 30. When you register for this community event (below) your address and sale items will be included on a digital\, printable map that will be publicized far and wide to potential shoppers. \nCheck your basement\, attic\, cabinets\, shelves\, and even your tabletops. This is your opportunity to declutter your home while participating in an event that collectively will keep literally tons of refuse out of our landfills. Simply scroll down and complete the registration form. \nRegistration Fee: $10 tax-deductible donation to benefit Great Swamp Watershed Association. \nYou must be a resident of Madison\, Chatham Township\, or Chatham Borough to list your sale.  \nEveryone else… \nMark your calendar for April 30th to head out and shop sustainably at this amazing\, three-town-wide yard sale! Be sure to check back here on Friday\, April 29th at 9am for a digital map of all yard sale participants and items for sale at each location. The map will also be published in local media and on town sites. \nTo register\nScroll to the very bottom  of this page below “Details.”\nChange the quantity from 0 to 1 and click “ADD TO CART” to begin the process. \n  \nFrequently asked questions: \nIs there a rain date? No. The sale will be held rain or shine. \nWhy pay to be on the map?  Over the last three years\, we have found that our town-wide sales attract shoppers from across NJ\, NY\, and PA. We promote the sale (and the map) in local media and on popular garage sale sites. \nCan I have a sale without paying to be on the map?  Yes. Residents of the Chathams and Madison are welcome to hold sales on their own without registering. \nDo I need to pay a permit fee to my town?  No. The permit fee for this event has been waived for residents of Madison and The Chathams. However\, the $10 registration fee gets your address and list of sale items on the map. \nShould I put up a sign if I’m on the map?  Yes. Signs will attract additional customers who are just driving by. \nWho do I contact with questions?  Please direct all questions to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at mec@rosenet.org \nWhat should I do with my yard sale leftovers?  Our goal is to have zero waste for this yard sale. Please contact following organizations to arrange pickups of your leftovers: \n\nVietnam Veterans of America (vva.org)\nLupus Foundation of America (Lupuspickup.org)\nGreenDrop (gogreendrop.com)\nMarket Street Mission (marketstreet.org)\nHabitat for Humanity’s ReStore (morrisrestore.org/donate) does some pickups; it accepts antiques\, furniture\, flooring\, brand new plumbing\, painting supplies\, doors and more.\n\nNOTE: Registering on this site is the only way to have your listing appear in the official map of sale sites for the April 30\, 2022 Chathams-Madison Town-Wide Yard Sale. The coordinated publicity undertaken by the Chathams\, Madison and GSWA results in hundreds of buyers from all over the tri-state area. Supplementary ads are unnecessary.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/yard-sale-april-2022/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220504T180000
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CREATED:20220220T010013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T223406Z
UID:38145-1651687200-1651694400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Springtime Twilight Hike
DESCRIPTION:We have 1 spot left as of 5/3/22. Register ASAP! \nRevel in the lengthening evenings and enjoy a natural history hike to explore the excitement of spring. We will seek out blooming ephemeral wildflowers and early migrants visiting Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. We will supply binoculars and teach you to use them properly to see those tiny migratory birds flitting around the greening undergrowth. \nIf the event reaches capacity and you would like to be placed on the waitlist\, or if you have already registered and need to cancel\, please email NRago@GreatSwamp.org
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/springtime-twilight-hike/
LOCATION:Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge – Bluebird Parking Lot\, Bluebird Parking Lot\, Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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