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SUMMARY:MAY 6 - 9am-2pm: Madison & The Chathams Town-wide Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Saturday looks like a great day for a community yard sale! With approximately 90 Chathams  & Madison residents participating\, you’re sure to find some great deals! Below are links to the digital map of yard sale host sites and a list of sale items by address. Check out both links ahead of time and plan your course of action to get outside and shop sustainably! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nClick to view DIGITAL MAP \nClick to view SALE ITEMS by ADDRESS \nPlease direct any questions to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at MEC@rosenet.org \n  \nFOR YARD SALE HOSTS – Frequently Asked Questions: \n\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 the yard sale be zero waste. 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 – clothing only\, please (marketstreet.org)\nIn addition\, Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore (morrisrestore.org/donate) does some pickups; it accepts antiques\, furniture\, flooring\, brand new plumbing\, painting supplies\, doors and more.\n\n\n\n  \nYard Sale Registration Info \nRegistration Deadline: Wednesday\, May 3 @ 11:30 PM to get your address and sale items on the map. \nCHECK BACK HERE ON May 4 FOR A DIGITAL MAP OF ALL YARD SALE PARTICIPANTS AND A LIST OF SALE ITEMS.\nThese documents will also be shared in local media and on town sites. \n  \nOne person’s trash is another person’s treasure. Now is the time to start checking your closets\, basement\, and garage for those hidden treasures and prepare to host a yard sale at the at this community event. Scroll to the bottom of this page and register to have your address and a list of your items for sale to appear on a digital\, printable map. The map will be linked to this page and publicized far and wide to potential shoppers.  You must be a resident of Chatham Township\, Chatham Borough or Madison to list your sale. \nRegistration Fee: $10 tax-deductible donation to benefit Great Swamp Watershed Association. \nEveryone else\, mark your calendar for May 6 to get out and shop sustainably at this amazing three-town-wide yard sale! Be sure to check back here on May 5 to download the map before you head out to shop. \nHappy sales to you! \n  \nFrequently asked questions: \n\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—and Pennsylvania. 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.\nDo I need to pay a permit fee ?  No. The permit fee for this event has been waived for residents of Madison and The Chathams.\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 the yard sale be zero waste. 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 – clothing only\, please (marketstreet.org)\nIn addition\, Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore (morrisrestore.org/donate) does some pickups; it accepts antiques\, furniture\, flooring\, brand new plumbing\, painting supplies\, doors and more.\n\n\n\nTo register below\, change the quantity from 0 to 1 and click “ADD TO CART” to begin the process. 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/new-date-madison-the-chathams-town-wide-yard-sale/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Val Thorpe":MAILTO:vthorpe@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230429T140000
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Madison & The Chathams Town-wide Yard Sale
DESCRIPTION:Despite wanting to hold this community event rain or shine\, the weather forecast for April 29 calls for continuous and heavy rain. Therefore\, we’ve made the difficult decision to postpone it to Saturday\, May 6. We realize this may be a big inconvenience\, but feel it is necessary. We will email all registrants to confirm if you wish to be on the map for the new date. \nNote: You are welcome to hold a yard sale on your own on April 29 and you can also be on the map for next week if you choose to do both Saturdays. \nPlease direct any immediate concerns to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at MEC@rosenet.org \n  \nRegistration Deadline: Wednesday\, April 26 @ 11:55 PM to get your address and sale items on the map.  \nCHECK BACK HERE ON April 28 FOR A DIGITAL MAP OF ALL YARD SALE PARTICIPANTS AND A LIST OF SALE ITEMS.\nThese documents will also be shared in local media and on town sites. \nOne person’s trash is another person’s treasure. Now is the time to start checking your closets\, basement\, and garage for those hidden treasures and prepare to host a yard sale at the at this community event. Scroll to the bottom of this page and register to have your address and a list of your items for sale to appear on a digital\, printable map. The map will be linked to this page and publicized far and wide to potential shoppers.  You must be a resident of Chatham Township\, Chatham Borough or Madison to list your sale. \nRegistration Fee: $10 tax-deductible donation to benefit Great Swamp Watershed Association. \nEveryone else\, mark your calendar for April 29 to get out and shop sustainably at this amazing three-town-wide yard sale! Be sure to check back here on Apr. 28 before you head out to download the map. \nHappy sales to you! \n  \nFrequently asked questions: \n\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—and Pennsylvania. 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.\nDo I need to pay a permit fee ?  No. The permit fee for this event has been waived for residents of Madison and The Chathams.\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 the yard sale be zero waste. 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 – clothing only\, please (marketstreet.org)\nIn addition\, Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore (morrisrestore.org/donate) does some pickups; it accepts antiques\, furniture\, flooring\, brand new plumbing\, painting supplies\, doors and more.\n\n\n\nTo register below\, change the quantity from 0 to 1 and click “ADD TO CART” to begin the process.  \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/madison-chathams-yard-sale-apr-2023/
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Fundraiser
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ORGANIZER;CN="Val Thorpe":MAILTO:vthorpe@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T120000
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SUMMARY:Signs of Spring Hike @ Rifle Park
DESCRIPTION:SEE BELOW FOR MEETUP LOCATION \n  \nJoin us on a journey through the trails of Rifle Camp Park and 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. For you birders\, this is the beginning of the spring warbler migration. Bring your camera and wear your hiking boots for this unique and historic hike. \nMeetup location: We will meet at the Carnie Bragg parking lot (the first lot to the left\, follow signs for camping/camp sites) in Rifle Camp Park\, 387 Rifle Camp Rd\, Woodland Park\, NJ 07424 https://goo.gl/maps/TFPCBhdDau2QW5ef8
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/spring-hike-garret-mtn-2023/
LOCATION:Rifle Camp Park\, 387 Rifle Camp Rd.\, Woodland Park\, NJ\, 07424\, 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:20230421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230421T140000
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CREATED:20230308T235635Z
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SUMMARY:POSTPONED: How's the Water? GSWA Water Quality Report Card Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This program has been postponed. It will be rescheduled as an in-person Breakfast Briefing. Please stay tuned…  \n  \nHow’s the water? That is the most common question we get from onlookers when we are out collecting water quality samples. Join Sandra LaVigne\, GSWA’s Director of Water Quality Programs\, for an in-depth recap on the health of our streams and water quality data results from 2022. Bring your questions for the Q&A session at the end. A Zoom link will be sent to you post-registration. \n“The earth\, the air\, the land\, and the water are not an inheritance from our forefathers but on loan from our children. So we have to handover to them at least as it was handed over to us.”\n– Mahatma Gandhi
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/hows-the-water-gswa-water-quality-report-card-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, NJ\, 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:20230419T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230419T200000
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CREATED:20230330T170342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T224605Z
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SUMMARY:Evening Briefing: The American Eel
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this program closes @ 5 PM on April 19 \n  \nLet’s face it\, for many people\, eels may not be easy to like. They can make many people feel… uneasy. Is an eel a snake? Is it a fish? They don’t fit in any clear category. Some may think of eels as a tasty sushi roll. And yet to others\, eels are mysterious creatures with a very interesting life cycle. They are predators in freshwater streams helping to regulate the population of other animals. They are also a significant source of food for fish\, mammals\, turtles and birds. \nHumans have been fascinated with eels for centuries\, working to learn as much as they can about them. Yet we do not have all the answers. Nature has a way of keeping us guessing. One thing we do know is that eels are ecologically important and can be used as a bio-indicator for pollution to determine the health of their environment. \nJoin us for a FREE Zoom webinar as we delve into the fascinating world of eels and their unique life cycle\, brought to you in collaboration with the Long Hill Twp. Library. \nRegister for the zoom webinar HERE! Be sure to scroll down to “The American Eel: w/ Ginger Van Ryzin\, Great Swamp Watershed Assoc. 7pm (via Zoom)” and check “Yes\, I want to attend”. \nThe Zoom registration link will be emailed to you prior to the start of the webinar.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/evening-briefing-the-american-eel/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, Morristown\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T140000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Afternoon Paddle @ the Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Afternoon Paddle: 12:30-2 PM \nKick off your day with a peaceful spring paddle at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. By mid-April\, most tree are bursting with buds with their leaves ready to emerge. Birds like pine warblers and woodcocks are migrating back our way. Spring peepers and chorus frogs are calling. Come experience all this and more from a magical place – the middle of the Passaic River at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Children 8 and up are welcome. All participants 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent. There are only 7 spots available – 2 spots/registration max. 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 then 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. \n\n\nAdult Attendee\nMinor Attendee\n\n\n\nThe put-in location is the Fisherman’s Parking Lot and we will paddle from there. The parking lot is slightly down the road from Lord Stirling Environmental Education Center. \nThe GSWA kayaks\, used in our water quality and educational programming\, were purchased with the generous funding provided by the Thomas Glasser Foundation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/afternoon-spring-paddle-2023/
LOCATION:Somerset County Park Commission\, Fisherman’s Parking Lot\, Approx. 170 Lord Stirling Road\, Basking Ridge\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T113000
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CREATED:20230306T170943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T183628Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Morning Paddle @ the Refuge
DESCRIPTION:Morning Paddle: 10-11:30 AM \nKick off your day with a peaceful spring paddle at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. By mid-April\, most tree are bursting with buds with their leaves ready to emerge. Birds like pine warblers and woodcocks are migrating back our way. Spring peepers and chorus frogs are calling. Come experience all this and more from a magical place – the middle of the Passaic River at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Children 8 and up are welcome. All participants 15 and under must be accompanied by a parent. There are only 7 spots available – 2 spots/registration max. 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 then 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. \n\n\nAdult Attendee\nMinor Attendee\n\n\n\nThe put-in location is the Fisherman’s Parking Lot and we will paddle from there. The parking lot is slightly down the road from Lord Stirling Environmental Education Center. \nThe GSWA kayaks\, used in our water quality and educational programming\, were purchased with the generous funding provided by the Thomas Glasser Foundation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/morning-spring-paddle-am/
LOCATION:Somerset County Park Commission\, Fisherman’s Parking Lot\, Approx. 170 Lord Stirling Road\, Basking Ridge\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230116T205412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T195706Z
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SUMMARY:NEW LOCATION - Evening Briefing: "Eat the Weeds" Backyard Foraging
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE THE NEW LOCATION\nKemmerer Library\, 19 Blue Mill Rd\, New Vernon\, NJ \n  \nInstead of weeding your yard\, forage! Come learn about the benefits of foraging for edible invasive (non-native) species like garlic mustard. Garlic mustard is one of the worst invaders of Northeast and Midwest American forests\, reducing the diversity of all species. April through end of May is garlic mustard season so you will be able to easily find it to make your own pesto. Come learn about these and other types of plants where we can reduce their presence simply by eating them outright or adding them to a salad! You will receive instruction on how to identify\, prepare\, and preserve these free greens so you can safely hunt for these delicious invasives while cleaning up your yard! Foraged and homemade treats will be provided. \nThis program is offered in partnership with GSWA and the Kemmerer Library of Harding Twp. We are able to offer this program to the public at no cost thanks to the generous underwriting from Kemmerer Library. \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/evening-briefing-eat-the-weeds-backyard-foraging/
LOCATION:Kemmerer Library\, 19 Blue Mill Road\, Harding Twp.\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Environmental Workshops
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Hunt":MAILTO:sarahh@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230328T150714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T150929Z
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SUMMARY:How's the Water? GSWA Quality Report Card – Free Zoom Webinar
DESCRIPTION:How’s the water? That is the most common question we get from onlookers when we are out collecting water quality samples. Join Sandra LaVigne\, GSWA’s Director of Water Quality Programs\, for an in-depth recap on the health of our streams and water quality data results from 2022. Bring your questions for the Q&A session at the end. A Zoom link will be sent to you post-registration. This program is brought to you in collaboration with Long Hill Twp. Library. \nRegister for the Zoom webinar HERE! Be sure to scroll down to “Passaic River Report Card: with Sandra LaVigne & the Great Swamp Association Wed. 4/12 @ 7pm (via Zoom)” and check “Yes\, I want to attend” \n  \n  \n“The earth\, the air\, the land\, and the water are not an inheritance from our forefathers but on loan from our children. So we have to handover to them at least as it was handed over to us.”\n– Mahatma Gandhi
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/wq_report-card-23/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, Morristown\, NJ\, 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:20230405T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230405T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230327T232036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230330T145130Z
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SUMMARY:Evening Briefing: Gardening for Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:If you build it\, they will come. Imagine you and your family relaxing in your yard\, watching the butterflies\, dragonflies\, hummingbirds\, and other beautiful pollinators and wildlife frolicking in your pollinator garden. This doesn’t have to be a distant dream – it’s an attainable reality! Join Hazel England\, GSWA Director of Education\, Outreach\, and Land Stewardship (and our resident pollinator expert) on Zoom for the low-down. Learn the appropriate native plants you will need to attract pollinators and why this type of garden benefits your yard\, your neighborhood\, and our shared watershed. \nThis program is brought to you in collaboration with Long Hill Twp. Library. \n  \nRegister for the zoom webinar HERE! Be sure to scroll down to “Native Plant & Pollinator Talk: with Hazel England & the Great Swamp Watershed Association Wed. 4/5 7pm (via Zoom)” and check “Yes\, I want to attend”
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/eb_gardening-for-pollinators/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, 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:20230403T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230403T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230116T171838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T160510Z
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SUMMARY:Native Pollinator Plant Sale Overview
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes Monday\, April 3 @ 10 AM \n  \nJoin Hazel England\, GSWA Director of Education\, Outreach\, and Land Stewardship (our resident pollinator expert) for an overview of the native pollinator plants and plant kits available at our 3rd annual online Native Pollinator Plant Sale. Choose from a variety of 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\, many of the species are also sold in a variety of garden kits. Each kit is designed for specific garden sizes and conditions. \nLearn how different plants can help you build out your pollinator garden to attract the widest  variety of insects throughout the growing season along with suggestions for plant pairings you will want to attract specific pollinators. Discover why this type of garden benefits your yard\, your neighborhood\, and our shared watershed. We will also walk you through our online storefront\, simple ordering process\, and amazing online resources on the site. \nIf you’re considering starting or expanding your native pollinator garden\, you’re going to want to check this out! You will receive your Zoom link prior to the start of the webinar. \nWhile this program is free for all participants\, a suggested donation of $5-$10 is appreciated to help offset the cost of bringing you this great\, nationally recognized speaker.  :-) \n  \nMark Your Calendar: Apr 3\, 1:30 PM – Native Plants for Pollinators online sale opens Apr 3 @ 1:30 PM and runs through Apr 28 @ 5 PM (Plant purchase pickup date is Saturday\, May 6 at a location near you). Learn more about native pollinator plants\, gardening\, and GSWA’s online plant sale HERE. \nJan 17 webinar replay: Pollinator Plants for Pollinator Wildlife – Speaker: Desiree Narango\, Conservation Scientist with the Vermont Center for Ecostudies. Click HERE and register to receive the playback link
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/plant-sale-overview-2023/
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:20230401T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230415T230000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230328T145329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T145949Z
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SUMMARY:The Great Swamp Scavenger Hunt Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:The Great Swamp Scavenger Hunt Kickoff is a FREE adventure game that is open to kids and adults alike! It’s one of the most entertaining ways to discover- or rediscover- some of the great sites of natural\, cultural\, and historic importance tucked away in Long Hill Township. On your hunt\, you’ll learn about how water moves through our towns while scouting out trees\, environmental groups\, and waterways in the area!  You will have 2 weeks to complete this program. Grab your scavenger hunt booklet at the library any time during the two weeks of the event. Join GSWA staffers for this kickoff event to learn more about the hunt and enjoy some fun things to do to wet your appetite for this fun adventure brought to you in collaboration with Long Hill Twp. Library. \n  \nRegister for the zoom webinar HERE! Be sure to scroll down to “Scavenger Hunt Kick -off: Sat. 4/1 12-2pm with the Great Swamp Watershed Association” and check “Yes\, I want to attend”.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/scavenger-hunt-kickoff_23/
LOCATION:Long Hill Township Library\, 917 Valley Rd\, Gillette\, NJ\, 07933\, 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:20230401T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230401T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230116T170127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T003145Z
UID:43700-1680343200-1680354000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Stream Assessment Training - FREE
DESCRIPTION:Unless there’s obvious pollution in the river or stream\, to the untrained eye\, the water may look healthy. But is it? This free training session\, led by Sandra LaVigne\, GSWA Director of Water Quality Programs\, will provide you with all the necessary skills to make your own determinations. An indoor classroom session 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 will be fully trained in visual and biological stream assessment. And if you are ready to take that next step\, consider becoming a stream monitoring volunteer! \nTools and supplies will be provided. It gets a little messy so wear your boots and bring clean shoes to change into afterward. Preferred volunteers are 15 or older. This free training session is held in conjunction with the AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassador Program.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/stream-assessmt-trng-spring-2023/
LOCATION:Long Hill Township Library\, 917 Valley Rd\, Gillette\, NJ\, 07933\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230331T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230110T193238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230310T013616Z
UID:43686-1680289200-1680296400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Vernal Pool Exploration Hike
DESCRIPTION:To be added to the waitlist\, email Melanie – mhertgen@greatswamp.org.\nIf you reserved a spot but cannot attend\, email Melanie so next person on the waitlist can be invited. \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.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/vernal-pool-exploration-hike-2/
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:20230321T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230110T000121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T210911Z
UID:43646-1679425200-1679428800@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:What's the Buzz About Native Bees?
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes March 21 @ 5 PM \nWhat’s the Buzz About Native Bees?\nSpeaker: Heather Holm\nFREE Zoom Webinar \n  \nWhen you see bees buzzing around your garden\, that’s a good thing. It means they are doing their jobs…pollinating! Pollination is essential in growing flowers and plants – basically all the food we consume as animals on this planet. \n  \n  \nJoin biologist\, pollinator conservationist\, and award-winning author\, Heather Holm\, for a lively discussion about our friends\, the bees\, and all they do for our ecosystem. Not a fan of bees? All the more reason to attend this webinar. The fear of bees can be very real for many different reasons\, but perhaps at the end of this presentation\, fear will be replaced with fascination and an understanding of their amazing diversity\, and what homeowners should be doing to promote their busy buzzy presence in our yards. \nYou will receive the webinar Zoom link via email prior to the start of the program. NOTE: This presentation is LIVE only\, it WILL NOT be recorded. \nMark your calendar for the last webinar in this 4-part series and the start of the plant sale: \nApr 3\, 12-1 PM – GSWA Native Pollinator Plant Sale Overview \nWhile this program is free for all participants\, a suggested donation of $5-$10 is appreciated to help offset the cost of bringing you this great\, nationally recognized speaker.  :-) \n  \nMark Your Calendar: Apr 3\, 1:30 PM – Native Plants for Pollinators online sale opens Apr 3 @ 1:30 PM and runs through Apr 28 @ 5 PM (Plant purchase pickup date is Saturday\, May 6 at a location near you). Learn more about native pollinator plants\, gardening\, and GSWA’s online plant sale HERE. \nJan 17 webinar replay: Pollinator Plants for Pollinator Wildlife – Speaker: Desiree Narango\, Conservation Scientist with the Vermont Center for Ecostudies. Click HERE and register to receive the playback link
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/whats-the-buzz-about-native-bees/
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:20230314T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230314T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230127T185002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230307T215859Z
UID:44247-1678818600-1678825800@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Pi Day Pub Quiz
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED – NEW DATE WILL BE SHARED ONCE IT IS DETERMINED  \n  \nCome celebrate pi day with some pizza “pi” and a lively nature knowledge pub quiz. March 14 marks Pi Day\, an annual celebration of the mathematical sign pi representing the first three digits of pi (3.14) and coincidentally\, 3/14 also happens to be Albert Einstein’s birthday. So\, for all you smarty-pants out there\, this is your opportunity to showcase your knowledge of nature\, water\, and the environment. Play for prizes and bragging rights! \nTeam sizes may range from 3-5 players. Friends busy that day? No worries – we will team you up with other enthusiastic players. Multiple choice questions range from beginner to expert level. Sample question: Are corals rocks\, plants\, or animals? Answer: Animals – made up of thousands of tiny animals called polyps \nSocialize and refuel your game with free pizza and soft drinks at the mid-game break! The entry fee covers your individual quiz participation\, 2 slices of pizza\, and soft drinks\, all at the beautiful Madison Community Arts Center. \nAdded bonus: door prizes and prizes for best team. Want to add to the fun? BYOP (Bring Your Own Pie) for desert to share with your team! \nAges 10 and older are welcome. Teams must have at least one member 18+ years of age to compete; team size: 3-5 players; maximum number of teams: 10. \nThis will event fill up fast and space is limited\, so register today!
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/pi-day-pub-quiz/
LOCATION:Madison Community Arts Center\, 10 Kings Rd.\, Madison\, NJ\, 07940\, 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:20230223T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230223T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230216T223426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T230326Z
UID:44807-1677178800-1677182400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:CONDO Development Plan - Informational Zoom Webinar
DESCRIPTION:CONDO Development Plan may significantly DEGRADE our GREAT SWAMP WATERSHED Conservation Management Area\nThe proposed S/K Mt. Kemble development plan is for a 96-unit residential\, multi-family condominium complex including affordable housing with a community clubhouse\, playground\, pool\, and dog park. This 15.5-acre\, triangular shaped\, forested parcel flanks Route 287 on one side and the Mt. Kemble office complex on another side. The third side bumps up against wetlands which connect to GSWA’s 73-acre Conservation Management Area (CMA) under Route 287. \nConverting woods to pavement and rooftops significantly increases impervious surface cover. This increases stormwater volume\, likely resulting in downstream flooding\, added nonpoint pollutant loading\, and erosion of both Silver Brook and Great Brook. GSWA strongly opposes this proposed development* and we are deeply concerned about the environmental impact we anticipate on our freshwater wetlands\, water quality\, recharge\, and stormwater. Following are some of our major concerns: \n\nEncroachments into freshwater wetlands\, encroachments into and alteration of the wetland transition areas (buffers).\nIn some cases\, these wetland encroachments would necessitate importing large amounts of fill that would be needed to recontour buffer areas or will be covered by impervious surfaces.\nSignificant increases in pollutant loading to Silver Brook due to the fact that the portion of the site proposed for development is currently fully wooded.  We would also expect measurable increases in sediment\, phosphorus\, nitrogen\, and salt loading to Silver Brook.\nPotential lack of recharge of any of the site’s post-development runoff.  This will result in increased flood volume hitting the Silver Brook and a reduction in base-flow during fair weather as this runoff rushes away from impervious surfaces and is no longer absorbed.\nChanges to the Northeast Water Quality Management plan map of sewerage coverage to include the development\, creating significant additional effluent discharge\, through the Woodland Wastewater Treatment Plant\, into Loantaka Brook\, adding additional nutrients to this already impaired tributary of the Passaic River.\nPotential significant long-term hydrologic alterations of this headwater stream and the adjacent riparian floodplain areas and wetlands.\nPossible impact to threatened and endangered species such as wood turtle and Indiana bat.\n\nIn response to GSWA’s opposition and a barrage of public comments and requests\, the NJ Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has scheduled a virtual public hearing on March 9 to consider amending the Northeast water quality management plan. \nGreat news! You CAN make a difference! Join GSWA staff and experts for a live webinar to learn the specifics and the impacts we believe this development will cause. We will also offer clear and simple guidance on how YOU can raise your objections to the proposal via comment at the virtual DEP hearing or in written comment. We strongly encourage you to to participate in this important\, free webinar in preparation of the March 9 hearing and to share this information far and wide. \nNote: This webinar will be recorded and the replay link will be shared with all registrants. You must register to receive the replay. If you do not wish to appear on the recording\, please be sure to turn off your camera and/or remove your name. \nUnable to attend the webinar?\nPlease submit written comments on the proposed amendment via email or USPS (see below) \nAll comments should reference Program Interest No. 435442\, Activity No. AMD200007 and must be submitted within 15 days after the public hearing. \nEmail: wqmp.publiccomments@dep.nj.gov \nUSPS: To assure your letter gets to the right place\, you must address your envelope exactly as it appears below: \nDEP at New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection\nDivision of Watershed Protection & Restoration\nBureau of NJPDES Stormwater Permitting and Water Quality Management\nWater Quality Management Planning Program\nPO Box 420\, Mail Code 501-02A\n501 East State Street\nTrenton\, New Jersey 08625-0420 \nCLICK HERE to view and download a letter to our neighbors containing the critical actions of virtual meeting attendance\, letter writing or verbal responses on this environmental concern. Help us spread this call-to-action and share it with others. THANK YOU in advance for your help. \n  \n*GSWA is not anti-development or anti-affordable housing. We strongly support affordable housing when properly located. We believe that locating this development on this site\, with the environmental impacts it will cause\, is inappropriate. \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/condo-dev-plan-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, 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:20230221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230109T231646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T235944Z
UID:43620-1677006000-1677009600@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Evening Briefing: Wasps - The Astonishing Diversity of a Misunderstood Insect
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes February 21 @ 5 PM \nWasps: The Astonishing Diversity of a Misunderstood Insect\nSpeaker: Eric Eaton\nFREE Zoom Webinar \n  \nWasps – people love to hate them. However\, contrary to popular belief\, wasps serve 2 important roles in our ecosystem: 1) they are pest controllers\, hunting other insect species and keeping their population in check which prevents garden and crop decimation\, and 2) they are pollinators for nearly 1000 plant species. \n  \n  \nJoin acclaimed author Eric Eaton as he deconstructs our misconceptions about the often-vilified wasps and talks about the invaluable ecosystem services wasps provide. He will also challenge us to shift the outdated mindset of what really constitutes a “yard” or “garden” and help homeowners think more holistically about what really constitutes beneficial species. \nWhen homeowners understand how their gardening decisions\, such as pesticide usage or determining certain species should be exterminated\, it can impact local ecology. Eric will offer a new perspective on often-maligned species and broaden our perspective on several elements of gardening for natives. \nEric Eaton has authored “Insectpedia” (Princeton Univ. Press\, 2022) and “Wasps: The Astonishing Diversity of a Misunderstood Insect.” He is a writer and entomologist specializing in hymenoptera (a large order of insects\, comprising over 150\,000 living species of sawflies\, wasps\, bees\, and ants). \nYou will receive the webinar Zoom link via email prior to the start of the program. \n  \nRegister for the 2 remaining webinars in this 4-part series:  \nMar 21\, 7-8 PM – What’s the Buzz About Native Bees? \nApr 3\, 12-1 PM – GSWA Native Pollinator Plant Sale Overview \n  \nWhile this program is free for all participants\, a suggested donation of $5-$10 is appreciated to help offset the cost of bringing you this great\, nationally recognized speaker.  :-) \n  \nMark Your Calendar: Apr 3\, 1:30 PM – Native Plants for Pollinators online sale opens Apr 3 @ 1:30 PM and runs through Apr 28 @ 5 PM (Plant purchase pickup date is Saturday\, May 6 at a location near you). Learn more about native pollinator plants\, gardening\, and GSWA’s online plant sale HERE. \nJan 17 webinar replay: Pollinator Plants for Pollinator Wildlife – Speaker: Desiree Narango\, Conservation Scientist with the Vermont Center for Ecostudies. Click HERE and register to receive the playback link
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/misunderstood-wasps/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, 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:20230220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230108T200706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T162933Z
UID:43490-1676898000-1676905200@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:President's Day Hike @ The Refuge SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:If you cannot attend\, please email mhertgen@GreatSwamp.org\nto cancel so we can invite the next person on the waitlist email. \nCelebrate this President’s Day with a relaxing\, family-friendly\, guided tour of the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge’s Orange Trail. The kids are off from school and it’s a beautiful time of year to connect with nature. If there happens to be snow on the ground\, your guide\, GSWA’s Ginger Van Ryzin\, will help look for tracks and other signs of the critters who call the Refuge home. Dress for the weather and be sure to wear appropriate footwear. \nClick HERE for a map to the meetup location. GPS Coordinates: 40.726674\, -74.457729
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/presidents-day-hike-2023-2/
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:20230206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230206T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230106T205646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T212158Z
UID:43459-1675706400-1675711800@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Full "Snow" Moon Night Hike @ The Refuge
DESCRIPTION:There is no such thing as bad weather\, only bad clothes. So no more excuses! It’s time to bundle up\, get back outside\, and feel the rejuvenating power of nature on this relaxing night hike. The February full moon is known as the “Snow Moon” because lots of snow is generally found on the ground in most Northern Hemisphere countries during this time. Come experience it for yourself. Be sure to wear appropriate footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a reusable water bottle and snacks if you so choose. Registration is required.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/snow-moon-hike-refuge/
LOCATION:Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge – Wildlife Observation Center\, https://goo.gl/maps/tLD3KapcRC21245c8\, Harding Twp.\, 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:20230128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230105T221836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230124T214935Z
UID:43445-1674903600-1674914400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Frozen Falls Hike (new end-time & meetup address)
DESCRIPTION:NEW TIMEFRAME: this hike now runs 11 AM – 2 PM (previously 11 AM – 1:30 PM) \nWhat would inspire you to brave the cold for a January hike? How about the unique opportunity to experience a frozen winter wonderland?!  Join GSWA’s Ginger Van Ryzin for an intermediate-level hike to check out some beautiful water features. The hike will journey along portions of the Yellow Trail and traverse several other trails as we hike towards a picturesque waterfall. If conditions are right\, we may witness the falls in a frozen state – a sight to behold. Along the way we will encounter other bodies of water like babbling (or not so babbling\, depending on the temps) streams\, a pond and a reservoir\, and the Ramapo River – which eventually feeds into the Passaic River. As you may know\, GSWA works to protect the water and land of the Passaic River and its surrounding region. \nThe Ramapo Reservation is Bergen County’s largest park located on the edge of the Highlands Region featuring a network of five scenic loop trails. Grab this opportunity to breathe in the crisp\, cool air\, get your blood pumping\, and experience the wonder that winter’s nature has to offer. \nNote #1: This is a 3+ mile\, intermediate-level hike with a 300-foot elevation change. Be sure to wear appropriate footwear\, dress for the weather\, and bring a reusable water bottle and snacks if you so choose. \nNote #2: Parts of the trail are rocky and potentially icy\, so consider bringing your hiking poles and microspikes or yaktraks. If trail conditions are unsafe we will take an alternate route. \nNote #3: For everyone’s safety\, if it is a very cold day\, we will shorten the hike. \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/frozen-falls-hike-2/
LOCATION:Ramapo Valley County Reservation\, 610 Ramapo Valley Rd.\, Mawah\, NJ\, 07430\, 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:20230127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230127T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230104T183631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T193459Z
UID:43388-1674824400-1674828000@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: PFAS in our Waters
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes January 27\, 11:00 AM \n  \nJoin us for an in-depth talk about GSWA’s PFAS sampling project. In 2022\, GSWA undertook a large-scale PFAS sampling project throughout our watershed. PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are long-lasting\, human-made chemicals that are ubiquitous in our everyday lives and our environment. This talk will cover the results of our sampling efforts\, what you should know about these persistent chemicals\, how state and local governments are addressing the issue\, and what you can do to help. \nWhile this program is free for all participants\, a small donation is always appreciated to help offset the cost of staff time.  :-) \nYou will receive the webinar Zoom link via email prior to the start of the program.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/lunch-learn-pfas/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, NJ\, 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:20230121T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230326T233000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230104T233947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T160633Z
UID:43419-1674259200-1679873400@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:2nd Annual "Source to Sea" Virtual Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Ready for a winter challenge? Join us for our 2nd annual Source to Sea 80-mile virtual challenge where you will virtually travel the distance of the Passaic River.  Run\, walk\, bike\, snowshoe\, ski\, dance\, shovel\, vacuum\, roll – any indoor or outdoor activity you choose (as long as it is powered by you) – for 80 miles\, the length of the Passaic River. This can be done from anywhere in the world. You will have just over 8 weeks to chip away at this goal that runs Saturday\, January 21 through Sunday\, March 26 from literally anywhere in the world! \nClick below to learn more and register (this will take you to a 3rd party platform) \n  \n \n  \nChoose one activity or any combination to accomplish your goal. Start small and build on it\, tackle it in big chunks\, or anything in between. This is your challenge to accomplish however you see fit. \nActivity Conversion Chart\nClick HERE to view an Activity Conversion Chart to help you calculate your mileage for the various activities you may choose to reach your 80-mile goal. \nFree GSWA Decal\n \n  \nThe $35 registration fee includes a fun\, commemorative GSWA decal for you to proudly display on your car or fridge. You will receive this in the mail in March. Additionally\, all finishers receive one free ticket to GSWA’s Great Swamp Great Music festival in June 2023 (a $30 value). \nKickoff Carb-load Pasta Dinner\n \nJoin other Source-to-Sea participants  sometime in March for a Carb-load pick-me-up. You will enjoy baked ziti\,  a healthy salad\, and some sides\, served to you by GSWA staff members at our headquarters in  Morristown\, NJ. We will also provide soft drinks but feel free to bring whatever libations you would like to compliment your meal. Be on the lookout for the pasta dinner coming soon! \n  \n \n  \nQuestions on any of this? Email Lynne: LApplebaum@GreatSwamp.org \nAre you ready? Let’s get moving together!
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/virtual-challenge-2023/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230104T182206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T033923Z
UID:43380-1674219600-1674223200@www.greatswamp.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Riparian Buffers and our Rivers
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes January 20\, 11:00 AM \n  \nTake it to the Riverbank: Waterfront views may be popular\, but what happens when we develop too close to a waterway? Riverside plants\, or “Riparian Buffers” act as filters to slow and clean polluted runoff protecting our streams\, groundwater and downstream land areas. \nGrab your lunch and join us for a FREE Zoom webinar as we learn about how trees\, shrubs\, and grasses perform this essential service. We will look at examples of functioning riparian buffers and talk about those that have needed restoration for many years due to human activity. While this program is free for all participants\, a small donation is always appreciated to help offset the cost of staff time.  :-) \nYou will receive the webinar Zoom link via email prior to the start of the program. \nCheck out the last webinar in this 3-part series: January 27 “PFAS in our Water.” \n 
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/lunch-learn-riparian-buffers/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sarah Hunt":MAILTO:sarahh@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230119T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230403T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T171112
CREATED:20230119T221713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T160049Z
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SUMMARY:Plants for Pollinators Webinar Series - Watch the Replay
DESCRIPTION:Whether you missed them or want to watch them again – register to receive the replay links for: \nNative Plants for Native Wildlife – Cultivating Biodiversity\nHost: Desiree Narango\, Conservation Scientist with the Vermont Center for Ecostudies \n& \nWasps: The Astonishing Diversity of a Misunderstood Insect\nGuest Host: Eric Eaton\, Acclaimed Author and Entomologist \n  \n  \n  \nYour yard\, whatever size\, can provide essential habitat for valuable pollinators such as butterflies\, bees\, and other beneficial insects. This 4-part Plants for Pollinators webinar series take a closer look at our native pollinators\, how we can contribute their survival\, and important roles they play in our gardens and in supporting healthy ecosystems. Scroll to the very bottom of this page and register to receive these 2 webinar replay links.  \n  \nWant to register for the remaining 2 webinars in this series? Register for individual webinars: \n\nMar 21\, 7-8 PM – What’s the Buzz About Native Bees? (NOTE: This presentation is LIVE only\, it WILL NOT be recorded.)\nApr 3\, 12-1 PM – GSWA Native Pollinator Plant Sale Overview  (prior to the start of the online sale)\n\n(Or)  Register for both at once HERE \n  \nWhile this speaker program series is free for all participants\, a suggested donation of $5-$10 is appreciated to help offset the cost of bringing you these nationally recognized speakers.  :-) \n  \nMark Your Calendar: Apr 3\, 1:30 PM – Native Plants for Pollinators online sale opens Apr 3 @ 1:30 PM and runs through Apr 28 @ 5 PM (Plant purchase pickup date is Saturday\, May 6 at a location near you). Learn more about native pollinator plants\, gardening\, and GSWA’s online plant sale HERE.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/native-pollinator-native-wildlife-replay/
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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SUMMARY:Native Pollinator Plant Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION: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. \nLeading up to our 3rd annual\, online Native Pollinator Plant Sale on April 3\, we have secured three nationally recognized and diverse speakers to present at monthly webinars. \n  \nScroll to the very bottom and register to attend all 2 remaining programs at once at the click of a button. \n  \n  \nRegister for individual programs below: \nMar 21\, 7-8 PM: What’s the Buzz About Native Bees? Speaker: Heather Holm\, biologist\, pollinator conservationist\, and award-winning author. NOTE: This presentation is LIVE only\, it WILL NOT be recorded. Register HERE \nApr 3\, 12-1 PM: GSWA Native Pollinator Plant Sale Overview. Speaker: Hazel England\, GSWA Director of Education\, Outreach\, and Land Stewardship (GSWA online Native Pollinator Plant Sale opens directly following this webinar)  Register HERE \n  \nWhile this speaker program series is free for all participants\, a suggested donation of $5-$10 is appreciated to help offset the cost of bringing you these nationally recognized speakers.  :-) \n  \nMark Your Calendar: Apr 3\, 1:30 PM – Native Plants for Pollinators online sale opens Apr 3 @ 1:30 PM and runs through Apr 28 @ 5 PM (Plant purchase pickup date is Saturday\, May 6 at a location near you). Learn more about native pollinator plants\, gardening\, and GSWA’s online plant sale HERE. \nWatch the Replay: Whether you missed them or want to watch them again\, click HERE to register to receive the replay links for three of the four Plants for Pollinators Webinar Series.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/native-plant-webinar-series-2023/
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:20230117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230117T200000
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SUMMARY:Evening Briefing: Native Plants for Native Wildlife
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes January 17 @ 5 PM \n\nNative Plants for Native Wildlife\nKey steps toward cultivating biodiversity conservation in our gardens\nSpeaker: Desiree Narango\nFREE Zoom Webinar \nJanuary is here and that can only mean one thing – it’s time to start ramping up for Spring! GSWA is offering a 4-part Native Pollinator Plant Webinar Series as we lead up to our 3rd annual Plants for Pollinator online sale. We are fortunate to have Desiree Narango\, Conservation Scientist with the Vermont Center for Ecostudies\, to kick things off. \nDesiree will speak on the fascinating complexity of plant-animal interactions. This is your opportunity to learn more about the breadth of research which shows how native plants\, and the pollinators and insects that feed upon them\, are the foundation for cultivating food webs and encouraging biodiversity in our yards\, patios\, school grounds\, and other privately-managed green spaces. You’ll leave knowing more about why native plants are crucial to sustaining biodiversity and specific plant species that are important for supporting specialist pollinators and songbirds. \nYou will receive the webinar Zoom link via email prior to the start of the program.\n\nMark your calendar for the 3 remaining webinars in this 4-part series and the start of the plant sale:  \nFeb 21\, 7-8 PM – Wasps: The Astonishing Diversity of a Misunderstood Insect \nMar 21\, 7-8 PM – What’s the Buzz About Native Bees? \nApr 3\, 12-1 PM – GSWA Native Pollinator Plant Sale Overview \nApr 3\, 1:30 PM – Native Plants for Pollinators online sale opens Apr 3 @ 1:30 PM and runs through Apr 28 @ 5 PM (Plant purchase pickup date is Saturday\, May 6) \nWhile this program is free for all participants\, a suggested donation of $5-$10 is appreciated to help offset the cost of bringing you this great\, nationally recognized speaker.  :-)
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/evbr-native-plants-native-wildlife/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, 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:20230113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230113T140000
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SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Eels - a Salt/Fresh Water Mystery
DESCRIPTION:Registration closes January 13\, 11:00 AM \n  \nLet’s face it\, for many people\, eels may not be easy to like. They can make many people feel… uneasy. Is an eel a snake? Is it a fish? They don’t fit in any clear category. Some may think of eels as a tasty sushi roll. And yet to others\, eels are mysterious creatures with a very interesting life cycle. They are predators in freshwater streams helping to regulate the population of other animals. They are also a significant source of food for fish\, mammals\, turtles and birds. \nHumans have been fascinated with eels for centuries\, working to learn as much as they can about them. Yet we do not have all the answers. Nature has a way of keeping us guessing. One thing we do know is that eels are ecologically important and can be used as a bio-indicator for pollution to determine the health of their environment. \nGrab your lunch and join us for a FREE Zoom webinar as we delve into the fascinating world of eels and their unique life cycle. While this program is free for all participants\, a small donation is always appreciated to help offset the cost of staff time.  :-) \nYou will receive the webinar Zoom link via email prior to the start of the program. \nThis is the 1st of 3 Lunch & Learn Zoom webinars focused on water quality and watershed friendly living. Check out our upcoming webinars: January 20 “Riverbanks and Riparian Buffers”; January 27 “PFAS in our Water.”
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/lunch-learn-eels-a-salt-fresh-water-mystery/
LOCATION:Zoom Webinar\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T164131Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Full Wolf Moon Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:If you cannot attend\, please email nrago@GreatSwamp.org\nto cancel so we can invite the next person on the waitlist email. \nKick off the new year with a leisurely stroll through the Primrose Farm meadow as the full moon lights the winter sky. The January full moon\, known as the “wolf moon” is named for the fact that wolves tend to howl more often during the winter season\, which is always when this full moon occurs. \nThe moon will guide us through 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. \n  \nThis can be a tricky spot to find to please note the location details below:\nPrimrose Farm (see below for google map – click the + to zoom in and see details)\n15 Brook Drive South\, Harding Township\, NJ (enter from Barrett Field)\nhttp://goo.gl/maps/G4Lvc
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/full-wolf-moon-night-hike/
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="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221221T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221221T193000
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SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Night Hike & Story Telling
DESCRIPTION:Bundle up and let’s celebrate the first day of winter (winter solstice) with a crisp\, invigorating night hike and storytelling at Jockey Hollow. Winter solstice is the day with the fewest hours of sunlight in the whole year\, making it the shortest day of the year. With the new moon just 2 days away\, the stars in the winter skies will be shining brightly as we look and listen for owls and other nightlife. After the hike\, we will warm up by a fire and sip hot chocolate as we learn about an 18th century viewpoint on how the early century colonists viewed the darkness vs. today. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity with some highly experienced and knowledgeable naturalists. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear your warm socks for this hike. \n  \n  \nThis special event is provided in partnership with Morristown National Historical Park and GSWA. Hike co-leaders: Eric Olson\, Jockey Hollow Park Ranger and Historian; Hazel England\, GSWA Director of Education\, Outreach\, & Land Stewardship; and Ginger Van Ryzin\, GSWA Education\, Land Steward & Water Quality Associate.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/winter-solstice-night-hike-story-telling/
LOCATION:Visitor Center\, Morristown National Historical Park\, 600 Tempe Wick Road\, Morristown\, New Jersey\, 07960
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Hazel England":MAILTO:hazele@greatswamp.org
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