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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Breakfast Briefing: A Watery History of Jockey Hollow - How It Shaped the Land and Lives
DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out. If you would like to be added to the waitlist\, or if you need to cancel\, please email ifilippini@greatswamp.org  \nWhat does Jockey Hollow have in common with your morning coffee? Water\, of course! \nJoin us for the April Breakfast Briefing as Eric Olsen explores how water has shaped Jockey Hollow’s history—from the resourceful Lenape people and Revolutionary War soldiers to early industries and modern conservation efforts. Water is the lifeblood of any landscape\, and Jockey Hollow’s streams and rivers have influenced human activity for generations. Without it\, history might have looked a lot drier—literally. \nEnjoy a light breakfast as we dive into how water has woven together history\, ecology\, and preservation in Jockey Hollow. Whether you’re a history buff\, nature lover\, or conservation advocate\, this engaging talk will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the past—and a renewed commitment to protecting its future. \nDon’t let this opportunity trickle away—space is limited\, and registration is required! \n\nAbout the Presenter: Eric P. Olsen has been with Morristown National Historical Park as a park ranger and historian since 1989. His historical research and interpretation have included Jockey Hollow\, Stark’s Brigade\, Cross Estate\, Ford Mansion\, and more. Known for his engaging first-person portrayals of 18th-century figures\, Eric brings history to life through immersive storytelling. He holds a B.A. in History from Rutgers University and studied at the Cooperstown Graduate Program in History Museum Studies through the New York Historical Association. \nBonus Event: Don’t miss the Spring Encampment at Jockey Hollow\, happening May 3–4\, 2025. Visit Morristown National Historical Park’s website for updates and full details: https://bit.ly/3RmFiKR. \n\n\n\nPlease email Izzy (ifilippini@greatswamp.org) with questions or cancellations. Ticketing closes at 4/15 at 5:00 PM. \nCANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons\, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist\, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/breakfast-briefing-april-2025/
LOCATION:Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ\, 568 Tempe Wick Rd\, Morristown\, NJ\, 07960\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nancy Rago":MAILTO:nrago@greatswamp.org
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SUMMARY:Stream Assessment Training - FREE
DESCRIPTION:Note: We will meet in Garibaldi Hall \nUnless 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. \nThis free training session is held in conjunction with the AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassador Program.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/stream-assessment-trng-2025/
LOCATION:Essex County Environmental Center\, 621 Eagle Rock Ave\, Roseland\, NJ\, 07068
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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SUMMARY:GSWA 2024 Water Quality Report Card on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Zoom in for an evening presentation of the 2024 Passaic River Water Quality Report Card. This is the place to learn about the state of the water throughout the Great Swamp Watershed and the Upper Passaic River.  Sandra LaVigne\, GSWA Director of Water Quality Programs\, and our dedicated Stream Team of Citizen Scientists collect water quality data throughout the year to determine the health of our riverine ecosystems and the state of the water.  This data forms the core of our water quality report and guides GSWA as we work together with state\, county and municipal agencies as well as our local community members to protect and improve our streams. \nHere’s what you’ll learn: \n\nAssessments based on the combined data from visual\, chemical\, and biological assessments from each of our 21 sampling sites\nInformation about PFAS in our stream water and the new EPA Regulations on PFAS in drinking water\nHistory and issues facing our streams\, including our newest stretch of the Passaic River from Little Falls to Garfield.\n\nThis is your chance to: \n\nGet informed about the state of our water.\nAsk questions and have your water quality concerns addressed by an expert.\nBecome part of the solution for a healthier Passaic River.\n\nDon’t wait! Register for this free Zoom event today! (Donations are appreciated to help offset expenses.)
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/2024-wq-report-card/
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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SUMMARY:Treasures of the Swamp Scavenger Hunt - Free
DESCRIPTION:Online registration has closed for this event. However\, can still participate! Simply visit one of the locations listed below and register there. \nAdventure awaits!\nJoin us for a fun\, free community event\, brought to you by the Great Swamp Partners! Play solo or team up with friends and family. The Treasures of the Swamp Scavenger Hunt launches April 26\, and the Great Swamp is your playground! Unleash your inner explorer for an afternoon or weekend (it’s up to you) of riddle-solving and treasure-seeking across six beautiful locations. Your clue booklet holds the secrets and each site unlocks the answers. \nWhat to expect at this family-friendly event: Forest trails\, wildlife sightings\, code-cracking\, and celebratory high-fives as you solve each clue. It’s a great opportunity to experience the incredible natural beauty right here in our back yard! Begin your exploration at any of the participating locations within the Great Swamp watershed region – visit 1 or all 6 sites in any order – all at your own pace: \n Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge (GSNWR) / Friends of Great Swamp NWR\nHelen C. Fenske Visitor Center: 32 Pleasant Plains Rd.\, Basking Ridge \nGreat Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA)\nConservation Management Area (CMA): 1 Tiger Lily Lane\, Harding Twp. \nMorris County Park Commission (MCPC)\nGreat Swamp Outdoor Education Center (GSOEC): 247 Southern Blvd.\, Chatham \nNew Jersey Audubon\nScherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary: 11 Hardscrabble Rd.\, Bernardsville \nSomerset County Park Commission (SCPC)\nEnvironmental Education Center (EEC): 190 Lord Stirling Rd.\, Basking Ridge \nThe Raptor Trust (TRT)\n1452 White Bridge Rd.\, Millington \n  \nYour adventure kicks off when you arrive at the first location and receive your clue booklet and instructions from the location leaders. \nYour mission: Follow and solve the clues that relate to that site. You will need to explore the area to find the answers. Once you complete the challenge\, return to location leader to get your booklet stamped. This entitles you to 1 free ticket for a chance to win 1 of 7 very cool prizes! (See below.) Then you’re off to your next destination. \nGo at your own pace. You have most of the weekend to visit as many locations as you choose. Every stamp in your booklet earns you another free ticket for the drawings\, so the more places you visit\, the higher your chance to win swag\, private hikes\, and the grand prize! \nWrap up your hunt with us on Sunday at the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center for a festive post-event celebration! Gather around a crackling campfire for adventure sharing\, complimentary s’mores\, and the eagerly awaited prize drawings! \nSchedule of Events\n \nSaturday\, April 26\n10 am-4 pm: Scavenger Hunt \nSunday\, April 27\n10 am-2 pm: Scavenger Hunt\n2-3:30 pm: Celebration Event & Raffle Drawing @\nMorris County Park Commission’s Great Swamp OEC – 247 Southern Blvd\, Chatham\, NJ\n(Please bring your own chairs if you wish to sit.) \nPrizes \nPartner Prizes (6)\n6 Great Swamp Partners have donated prize packages valued $50-$75 each.\nWinners do not need to be present to claim these prizes and will be notified how to claim post-event. \nGrand Prize (1)\nWe have a fantastic grand prize package for 1 lucky winner!  Winner must be present to claim the prize:\n$150 gift certificate to REI (Donated by the Morris County Park Alliance)\nAdult Osprey Hikelite 26 Backpack: value $115 (Donated by OutGrown)\nYouth Osprey Moki 1.5 Backpack: value $65 (Donated by OutGrown)
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/partners-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:NJ
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Val Thorpe":MAILTO:vthorpe@greatswamp.org
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