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SUMMARY:Light Pollution: An Overview
DESCRIPTION:Light pollution is practically ubiquitous\, yet for most it goes unnoticed each night. Artificial light has creeped into our yards and forest\, disrupting circadian rhythms of wildlife\, plants\, and us humans. Nocturnal animals\, who have evolved to thrive in dark conditions\, no longer have the upper hand against their prey. Trees and other plants growing under the glow of streetlights are shown to be less resilient than those given a nights rest. Even people need natural darkness to reset\, and with studies finding those who live in excess of light pollution can higher rates of depression\, diabetes\, and more. At times the solution can be as easy as switching off the lights\, but in our fast-paced society that is not always an option. \nJoin Great Swamp Watershed Association’s Ginger Van Ryzin to learn what exactly is light pollution\, its effects on the flora and fauna\, and what we can do to protect our ecosystems against it. Sponsored by the Environmental Commission of Chatham Borough\, Chatham Township and Madison. \nLocation: Lundt Room at Library of the Chathams \nRegistration required! Note: Registration ends February 5 at 3:00pm.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/light-pollution-an-overview/
LOCATION:The Library of the Chathams\, 214 main St\, Chatham Township\, New Jersey\, 07928
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ginger Van Ryzin":MAILTO:gvanryzin@greatswamp.org
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SUMMARY:Breakfast Briefing: Intro to NJ Backyard Bird ID
DESCRIPTION:Location Change! Our Intro to Bird ID Breakfast Briefing is now at Kemmerer Library 🐦 \nBecome a backyard bird extraordinaire at GSWA’s intro to bird ID breakfast briefing! \n\n\nWho’s that at your bird feeder? What was that flash of red in the tree?  Come and join GSWA staff to learn the basics of birding in your own back yard.  Grab a bite to eat and learn how to identify common backyard birds from the warmth of the Kemmerer Library (which is about 5 minutes up the road from our HQ).  In this fun\, interactive\, breakfast briefing you will learn some basic strategies for how to identify those common backyard birds.  No experience necessary!  This class is designed for the beginner\, but we welcome experienced birds as well. If the weather permits\, after the class\, you are invited to stay for a short excursion outside our office to put your new skills to use.  We have binoculars to lend out.  \n\n\n\nSpace is limited\, and registration is required.\nGet tickets below: GSWA Members are Free | Non-members $10 (Adult) and $5 (Child)\nEco Pro Tip: Purchase a discounted annual GSWA Family Membership today to attend this program for free! \n\nPurchase a Wooden Winter Tray Birdfeeders (limited supply)  \nThese pine wood tray birdfeeders will allow you to feed seed eating birds while keeping the seeds protected from inclement weather.  They are generously sized\, ready to prime/paint or seal before hanging outside. Includes tray feeder\, eye hooks for installing a hanger\, and a bag of seed to get you started.  These feeders were generously built and donated by expert woodworker and long-time GSWA volunteer Federico Nealon. Price: $25 each ($40+ value). Supply is limited supply so they will be offered first-come-first-served at the event. Pay by cash\, check\, or credit card. \nIt’s the perfect warm-up for the Great Backyard Bird Count – a global event taking place February 13-16\, 2026. “Spend time in your favorite places watching birds—then tell us about them! In as little as 15 minutes notice the birds around you. Identify them\, count them\, and submit your counts to help scientists better understand and protect birds around the world.” Learn more HERE. \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\nQuestions or need to cancel? Email Izzy at ifilippini@greatswamp.org. Ticketing closes on 2/9 at 4:00 PM. \nCancellation Policy: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events take place as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons\, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist\, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded unless they are due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/bird-id-brbr/
LOCATION:Kemmerer Library\, 19 Blue Mill Rd\, Morristown\, New Jersey\, 07960
CATEGORIES:Speaker Programs,Briefings
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sandra LaVigne":MAILTO:sandral@greatswamp.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T190000
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SUMMARY:Plant for Pollinators Webinar #2: Creating Native Bee Habitat Islands
DESCRIPTION:If you can’t tell a fuzzy bumblebee from a miner bee and aren’t really sure what “buzz pollination” is\, Rutgers ecologist Dr. Kim Russell will help you get to know the native bees in your yard–and what kinds of habitats they need. Learn how to create “pollinator ports” or islands of habitat that provide more than just flowers. Dr. Russell will share  current research backed recommendations. You’ll come away with a new appreciation for the diversity of these critically important and fascinating insects and concrete steps to take in your yards to bolster habitat for native pollinators.   \nWebinar is free; suggested donation is $10. Registration closes at 5 PM the day of each webinar. \nImportant — Zoom Link: A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants at 5:00pm the day before the webinar and again by 5:30pm day-of. Please add ifilippini@greatswamp.org to your email contacts to avoid it being sent to your spam folder. \nIf you don’t see it in your inbox or spam folder by 6pm the day of the webinar\, please email ifilippini@greatswamp.org. \nThe webinar is recorded\, and all registrants will receive the replay link within 2 business days of the end of the webinar.  \n\nMark your calendar: \nThe third and final 2026 Plant for Pollinators kick-off webinar takes place March 31 at 7pm\, where you will learn about the 43 native species available at our sale! Register for the March 31 webinar here. \nPlant for Pollinators sale runs online April 1-21 with pickup at a wide variety of regional locations on May 2-3.
URL:https://www.greatswamp.org/event/pfp2026-2/
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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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Winter Tree ID Hike
DESCRIPTION:This event is sold out. Please email ifilippini@greatswamp.org to be added to the wait list. \nTree species can be tricky to identify\, especially in the winter. Join GSWA’s own naturalist Ginger Van Ryzin as she shows the tips and tricks to winter tree identification and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the restored wildflower meadow of Harding Land Trust’s Primrose Farm. \nWarm clothing and waterproof footwear\, especially hiking boots\, are strongly recommended. \nDirections: Primrose Farm (see below for google map – click the + to zoom in and see details) \n\nPlease email Izzy (ifilippini@greatswamp.org) with questions or cancellations. Ticket sales end on 2/6/2026 at 3:00 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/winter-tree-id-26/
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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