Pathways March 2015 Dailyrecord

MORRIS COUNTY PARK COMMISSION

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2 MORRIS COUNTY PARK COMMISSION • SPRING • 2015

If you haven’t been in a canoe in years, now is the time! Back by popular demand, the Morris County Park Commission is again offering its Evening Canoe Paddles. This spring, two canoe programs

are offered:

Wednesday, May 13 and Tuesday, June 16 at 6:30 p.m. at Split Rock Reservoir in Rockaway Township.

If you are new to this recreational activity, you must fi rst begin by registering for a Level 1 Basic Skills Class, as it is a prerequisite for participation in the Evening Canoe Paddle. For your convenience, Level 1 Basic Skills Classes are scheduled at 5 p.m. the same dates as the paddles. After you complete the hour-long class, you’ll be ready to join the guided tours beginning at 6:30 p.m. During the introductory class, led by American Canoe Association Level II Certifi ed Instructors, learn all the basics for staying safe and having fun in a canoe. You’ll learn a variety of strokes and maneuvers, as well as how to carry and launch a canoe properly. By the end of the course, you’ll be confi dent in your abilities and rejuvenated by the scenic views and fresh air! All participants must know how to swim, and the cost for the introductory program is $10 per person.

At 6:30 p.m., everyone who has completed an introductory training with our staff is invited to join a guided paddle around scenic Split Rock Reservoir. A naturalist points out wildlife as you leisurely glide across the water, fi nishing around sunset. The cost for these paddling excursions is $20 per person.

All Morris County Park Commission Paddling Programs are designed for ages 12 and older, and children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited, so advance registration is required. Please dress for the weather and bring water. All equipment is provided.

For more information or to register, please call 973.334.3130 or visit morrisparks.net.

EVENING CANOESkills and Paddles

As the sun sets on the humming marshes of the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center in Chatham Township on Friday, April 10, a peculiar new species of nocturnal wildlife begins emerging from their… cars?! Adults and kids ages 5 and older explore the darkened trails during the annual Night Hike Adventure. Along the trails, experience hands-on discovery activities that demonstrate the amazing adaptations of nocturnal animals.

Beginning at 7 p.m., join one of the groups guided by naturalists that leave the center every 15 minutes to look and listen for the creatures that are out and about. Perhaps you’ll spot an owl fl ying overhead, hear a frog calling, or see a raccoon peering down from a tree. Register for a time slot between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. on this fun, educational guided walk in the woods by calling 973.635.6629. These easy-level walks over fl at trails and boardwalks last approximately one hour, and cost $6 per person. Remember to bring a fl ashlight!

Catch the sunset and navigate the trails by the light of the moon on an adults-only, Full Moon Hike held at Pyramid Mountain in Montville Township. On Wednesday, April 1, at 7 p.m. look and listen for the forest’s nocturnal inhabitants on the ridge top for a memorable view of the fi rst full moon of the spring. Flashlights are welcome. Appropriate for ages 5 and older.

Families with kids ages 7 and older are invited to return to Pyramid Mountain on Friday, May 15, at 7 p.m. for Bugs in the Night. Discover the reasons insects may be attracted to light and learn how many different interesting insects you can actually attract. Take a short walk with a naturalist down to the Stony Brook to search for some of those fantastic-looking young insects and learn about their life cycles. At dusk, return to the Visitors Center to see if you have attracted any of their parents. Waterproof boots are suggested, since the banks of the stream may be muddy. If you like, you may wade into the stream with the naturalist to help collect specimens. Space is limited for this 2-hour program, so register early! Bring a fl ashlight. The cost is $5 per person.

For more information or to register, call the Great Swamp OEC at 973.635.6629 or Pyramid Mountain at 973.334.3130.

Save The Date!Save The Date!

Tuesday, June 23Fosterfields Living Historical FarmKahdena Road, Morris Township

NEW AND IMPROVED RACE COURSE

Frantic Fun Run 2015Frantic Fun Run 2015

Saturday, May 2 • 9 AM - 4 PM

A SHOPPER’S PARADISE!Get ready, get set, and GO! to the All-County Garage Sale, as it returns by popular demand to Mennen Sports

Arena on Saturday, May 2, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Morristown. Find treasures, great bargains on some of the best antiques and collectibles in the area, and of course, gifts to share. Don’t miss your opportunity to uncover unique and wonderful collectibles! It is a one-day shopper’s paradise.

All proceeds from the All-County Garage Sale benefi t the educational programming and historic preservation projects of Historic Speedwell, known as the ‘Birthplace of the Telegraph.’ Historic Speedwell’s Factory Building is a National Historic Landmark that features a hands-on, interactive exhibit on the telegraph and the development of modern communications.

Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students. Children 12 and under are admitted FREE. A limited number of early-bird tickets are available for advance purchase.

For more information on attending, or becoming a vendor, please call 973.285.6534.

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Butterfl ies – their delicate wings are works of art, their metamorphosis is intriguing, and their value as pollinators

is often overlooked. Celebrate the beauty and importance of New Jersey’s butterfl ies and other pollinators at the 2nd annual Butterfl y Bonanza on Saturday, June 13, from 12 noon to 4 p.m. at Pyramid Mountain Natural

Historic Area in Montville Township. This event is packed with excitement, entertainment, and education for all ages. Enjoy a guided ‘Bug Safari,’ a

tour of the butterfl y garden with a naturalist who shares fascinating facts about the amazing adaptations of the many critters that call it home. Discover how to bring butterfl ies to your own yard with native plants and seeds available for purchase, as well as laminated guides of New Jersey’s butterfl ies. Travel through lifecycle stations to experience metamorphosis fi rsthand, and walk through the ‘Hall of Arthropods’ to meet unusual live insects and other invertebrates. Create butterfl y origami, and listen to live music and stories as you celebrate the life and legacy of these beautiful and diverse animals.

The culmination of the event is the Pollinator Parade at 2 p.m. Join in the procession of costumed naturalists disguised as animals that pollinate plants, such as hummingbirds,

moths, bats, bees, and, of course, butterfl ies. After everyone learns the pollination song, the procession follows performer Ken Gallipeau around the event as he sings for all to join in. Wear your

own costume and receive FREE native plant seeds to take home. You can even create a costume at the Pollinator Parade Craft station, or parade along waving scarves and streamers!

All ages are welcome. Admission is $4 ages 11 and over, $3 ages 3 to 10, and FREE ages 2 and under.

For more information, please call 973.334.3130 or visit www.morrisparks.net.

You are invited to celebrate the many wonderful trails

that transverseMorris County!

Join the Morris County Park Commission on Saturday, June 6 at Loantaka Brook Reservation,

Morris Township.

Sign up for a walk that begins at 9 a.m. and a bike ride that

begins at 9:30 a.m.

National Trails Day

Details for specifi cevents and registration

will be posted on www.morrisparks.net.

CELEBRATE

Take a Hike!Take a Hike!Get up, get out, and take a hike for your health

and enjoyment!

If you’re an early bird, get invigorated with the new Hike for Health program offered at Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area in Montville Township. This series of hikes is scheduled

for the second Monday of each month and begins at 7 a.m. on April 13, May 11, and June 8. Get ready to move along at a brisk pace covering 2 - 3 miles, fi nishing by 8 a.m., and leaving you energized for the rest of your day.

If you are looking to cover more ground, join the Trail Explorations series, designed for hikers looking to explore as many Pyramid and Turkey Mountain trails as possible. This program takes place from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. on the fi rst Tuesday of every month: April 7, May 5, and June 2. With more than 25 miles of trails to explore in the park, each hike tackles a new route.

Both programs, for adults ages 18 and older, require preregistration. There is a $2 program registration fee for each date. Wear sturdy footwear, and bring water. Heavy rain cancels the program.

For more information or to register, please call 973.334.3130.

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Sunday, April 19, 1:30pm

JAPANESEFLOWERINGCHERRIES:A 100 Year-LongLove Affair

Professor Anthony Aiello, Director of Horticultureat the University of Pennsylvania, presents a fascinating lecture on the history of America’s fl owering cherry trees.

Light refreshments and a tour ofWillowwood’s splendid cherry collection follow.

This program is presented in partnership with the Willowwood Foundation.

Willowwood Arboretum300 Longview Road • Chester Township, NJ

To register, please call 973.326.7601.

Tea and Roses TourTea and Roses Tourat The Frelinghuysen Arboretum

353 East Hanover Avenue • Morris Township, NJ

Wednesday, May 13or

Wednesday, June 1011:30am - 1:30pm

$35 per personPlease call 973.394.1100to make your reservation.

Enjoy afternoon tea and a tour of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum.From the moment you arrive at Matilda’s Café, you will be immersed in British garden history.

A staff-guided, leisurely hour long stroll through the grounds is followed by a delicious tea featuring a variety of tea sandwiches, pastries and beverages.

Group reservations are accepted based on availability, so reserve early as seating is limited.

THE POTTING SHEDTHE POTTING SHEDat The Frelinghuysen Arboretum

IS OPEN!IS OPEN!Join the staff of the Haggerty Education Center every month for a look at

some do-it-yourself garden projects. These fun and informal talks are held in the Potting Shed, which is located on the grounds of The Frelinghuysen

Arboretum, just behind Matilda’s Café, at 353 E. Hanover Avenue in Morris Township.

On Sunday, April 12, learn how to turn your kitchen scraps, garden waste, and autumn leaves into compost in Compost Happens. We’ll show you how worms can help the process along and send you home with some to start your own worm bin. Your garden will love you for it, and so will the environment.

It will soon be tomato planting time! Join Senior Horticultural Program Specialist Gwen Montgomery, for Tomato Growing 101 on Sunday, May 3. Learn some tips and techniques for a successful tomato season. A limited quantity of heirloom tomatoes will be on sale as well.

The program scheduled for Sunday, June 7 is As Fair as An English Rose. Are roses British? Well, not entirely – but they did name a war after them, and some of the loveliest roses are bred on the British Isles. Learn the history of the modern day rose and get an overview on their care. Then, we’ll trot along to see the Frelinghuysen’s roses, and you’ll get to take a cutting home to grow forevermore at your castle.

Each demonstration begins at 12 noon, and lasts for approximately one hour. It’s free to watch, and a small fee of $5 to join in. Cash only, please.

For more information,please call

973.326.7601.


BORN TO BE SHORNWhere else can you witness the hand-shearing of sheep, up

close and personal, as it was done in the past? Bring the entire family to a truly unique and extraordinarily fun

experience. At Born to Be Shorn on Saturday, May 9, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Cooper Gristmill in Chester Township, watch as an expert shearer trims the sheep’s winter fl eece to make the animal more comfortable for the warmer months ahead. Without a doubt, we’re ready to make good use of their fl eece, too!

Following the shearing, you can help with the various processes by skirting and washing the fl eece, carding, spinning, and weaving the yarn. See how the fl eece/yarn turns brilliant natural colors as it is dyed in a pot over an open fi re. Make a special sheep craft, and other fascinating fi ber crafts to take home. Top off your day with a tour of the 1826 water-powered Cooper Gristmill. It is the only fully water-powered gristmill in New Jersey that still produces fl our.

Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for seniors (age 65 and over), and $1 for children ages 4 through 16. Children under age 4 are admitted FREE.

For more information, please call 908.879.5463,or visit morrisparks.net.

A Cut Above:

JAMIE OLIVER’S Saturday, May 16 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.Fosterfields Living Historical Farm,

73 Kahdena RoadMorris Township

Healthy Home:A Food Revolution Day!

Explore the process from food production to con-sumption, and the benefits and value of sustain-able agriculture, nutrition, and eating locally.

• Fun Food Demos• Modern and Historical Healthy Snack Ideas • Wood-burning Stove Cooking Demos • Fitness Activities, Games, and Exhibits

Admission $6/adults, $5/seniors (65+),$4/age 4 - 16, $2/age 2 & 3.

More Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution Events in May:• Discover Grain: Discover how grains were processed and begin the hunt for recipe

pieces at Cooper Gristmill, Chester Township. May 2nd, 23rd & 30th• The Healthy Home: Learn how agriculture supplied food for the home with a

presentation and demo at Historic Speedwell, Morristown. May 9th• Winter Farmers’ Market: Stock your home with locally grown and sourced foods at

Fosterfields, Morris Township. May 10th

For more information & fees, please visit www.morrisparks.net.

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Want to get some plant-based science into your home-school experience? Try a workshop at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum in Morris Township.Starting this spring, home-s choolers can explore the wonders of plants

and nature and get outdoors in this new educational and fun program that intro-duces plant science themes into the home school curriculum. Ferns and dinosaurs, worms and composting, seed starting, and basic plant botany are some of the topics that are offered for home schooled students in grades 1 - 2 or 3 - 5. These workshops correlate to the NJ Science Standards and are offered in April and May.

Each workshop consists of indoor and outdoor time, hands-on activities linked to the day’s theme, and additional take-home materials as reinforcement of specifi c lessons and standards.

GRADES 1 - 2 Monday, April 6 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Spring to Life. Hike the grounds and observe the seasonal change. Gather buds to examine back in the classroom to see the types of blooms and leaves we can enjoy this season. Plant seeds are available to take home, with detailed instruc-tions for their care.

Monday, May 4 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Dinosaurs Walked Here. Ferns are an ancient family of plants that existed when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. They adapted and evolved into more than 12,000 known living species growing in varied climates and habitats. Explore the Arbore-tum’s extensive fern garden, and make a plant fossil to take home.

GRADES 3 - 5Monday, April 20 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Spring to Life. Observe the life cycle changes of the plants around the Arbore-tum and learn how the spring wildfl owers compete with the trees for sunshine. Plant a fast-life annual and a steady growth perennial to take home, with detailed instructions, and compare their life cycles.

Monday, May 18 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Clever Composters. Learning about composting provides students with an oppor-tunity to think about reducing the amount of waste that needs to be disposed, and creating a product that is useful for all gardening. Study living worm compost and make a compost project to work on at home. Fee is $10 per student (includes one adult educator), and class size is limited. All

workshops are held rain or shine, and preregistration is required.For more information or to register, please call 973.631.5004.

The Frelinghuysen Arboretum

Home School

Days

at

20th Annual

The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum

Saturday & Sunday

May 2 & 3

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

353 East Hanover AvenueMorris Township, NJ 07960

973.326.7601

Cash, Check & Credit Card

• 1000’s of well-bred plants for your garden

• perennials, annuals, shrubs, trees, vines, tropicals, herbs, and deer resistant plants, too!

Visit arboretumfriends.org for directions & articles on featured plants and our plant list.

Become A VolunteerBluebird Nest Box Monitor

The Morris County Park Commission currently maintains 165 bluebird nesting boxes in 11 of its parks, creating important nesting sites for native

cavity-nesting birds, such as bluebirds, tree swallows, chickadees, and wrens. Volunteers are needed to monitor the boxes at Fosterfi elds Living Historic Farm in Morris Township, as well as at Bamboo Brook in Chester Township. Other parks in Morris County may also be available.

Nest box volunteer monitors are assigned to a specifi c park and visit the boxes once a week to identify the species of birds using the boxes, and how many eggs or young they have. Criteria for being a bluebird nest box monitor include: ages 16 and up, moderate-level bird identifi cation skills, ability and willingness to walk through high grass meadows in hot weather, willingness to monitor about 2 hours (one site visit) per week, and record data from April through August. Volunteers send data reports to the supervisor. We will train new volunteers. This is a rewarding way to spend time outdoors, get exercise, and help cavity nesting birds.

If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Mindy Schmitt, Senior Naturalist at the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center: 973.635.6629 or [email protected].


British Roots Take Holdat The Frelinghuysen Arboretum

The connections between Great Britain and Morristown, New Jersey grow stronger in 2015 as The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum and the Morris County Park Commission present a year fi lled with programs refl ecting on gardens and plants of England and her colonies, past and present.

Why focus on England? “Mr. and Mrs. George Griswold Frelinghuysen had an English country estate in mind when they hired Scottish landscape architect James McPherson to design the grounds of this 127-acre estate,” answered Lesley Parness, Superintendent of Horticultural Education. “The property was designed in accordance with their wishes and included a dairy, greenhouses, large vegetable gardens, and a barn to house their prized Jersey cows. The Rose Garden was also a nod to England as its brick path is shaped like a Union Jack, the national fl ag of the United Kingdom. England has produced some of the most famous garden designers, and gardening there is a national pastime,” she concluded.

Spring’s classes include a chutney making demonstration, and a short course on roses. There’s a chance to read your favorite British poem aloud, and be rewarded with a traditional breakfast on Poet’s Walk and British Breakfast, and Fairy Day includes a sweet British treat for all house-makers. Refer to the calendar listings for all ‘Focus on England’ events.

Keeping with the British theme, Matilda’s Café, open Friday through Sunday, prepares special English treats for ‘peckish’ visitors. Tea and Roses, a tea and tour package, is offered on Wednesday, May 13 and Wednesday, June 10. Whilst leisurely strolling to the rose garden, you will learn about British gardening elements. After the tour, a delightful selection of tea sandwiches, pastries, and beverages await you at the charming café, overlooking the very British Cottage Garden.

For more information, please call 973.326.7601

ARTISANS’ FAIRARTISANS’ FAIRAT HISTORIC SPEEDWELLAT HISTORIC SPEEDWELL

Explore the arts of yesterday and today through demonstrations and hands-on workshops at the fourth annual Artisans’ Fair at Historic Speedwell in Morristown. On Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., learn crafts from local artisans who demonstrate their

skills and techniques. Enjoy the hands-on activities, presentations on historic fashions and decorative arts, and crafts for kids.

Historic Speedwell, known as the ‘Birthplace of the Telegraph,’ has a long-standing tradition of embracing the decorative arts. From the metal pieces forged by blacksmiths and ironworkers at the Speedwell Ironworks, to the incredibly detailed pieces of embroidery done by site founder Stephen Vail’s daughters, the arts have been alive at Historic Speedwell for centuries.

Tour the site and learn about the unique art being exhibited, along with special tours of the Vail House. The Honoree Artist will be on hand to discuss their installation. Visit the Friends of Historic Speedwell Gift Shop located in the L’Hommedieu House Visitors Center, where artisans have items for sale. Admission is $5 adults, $4 senior citizens, $3 c hildren ages 4 - 16. Under age 4 are FREE.

For more information on this event, or becoming a demonstrator, please call 973.285.6537.

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CIVIL WAR INVADES MORRISTOWNDuring the Civil War Encampment Weekend

at Historic Speedwell!

Step onto the battlefi elds of the American Civil War, the struggle that altered the political, social, and economic landscape of the nation, and into the lives of those involved at Civil War Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, June 20 and June 21. The Second New Jersey Brigade is stationed at Historic Speedwell

in Morristown and is the sponsor of this unique two-day event that presents the lives of Civil War soldiers more vividly than textbooks.

From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, the re-enactors lead activities throughout the eight-acre site, presenting the daily lives of soldiers and culminating with a staged skirmish. Soldiers’ camps recreate daily life with authentic cooking, dress, and general setup. Cover your ears as the massive period cannon amazes you! Witness the musket drills, artillery drills, daily mail call, bayonet drills, and a staged skirmish each day. Marching drills include period instruments as soldiers proudly go into battle. A Civil War-era Signal Corps group authentically demonstrates how important messages were sent between units using colorful fl ags. Don’t miss the demonstration of a recreated Civil War telegraph station.

Enjoy learning about the basics of battlefi eld medicine for soldiers who suffered injuries or disease. Visit the medical area where re-enactors care for the “wounded” and demonstrate how these emergency units ran during battles. Around every corner there is something to experience.

While enjoying your visit to the past, tour the National Historic Landmark Factory Building with an interactive, hands-on telegraph exhibit, and the Vail House that was restored more than 150 years ago. Explore the exhibits on the Speedwell Ironworks, a granary full of early farm implements, and watch the enormous 24-foot overshot waterwheel turn in the Wheelhouse. Light picnic fare is available for purchase.

For more information, please call 973.285.6550. FREE parking and FREE shuttle service available.

colorful fl ags. Don’t miss the demonstration of a recreated Civil War telegraph station. Enjoy learning about the basics of battlefi eld medicine for soldiers who suffered injuries or disease. Visit the

medical area where re-enactors care for the “wounded” and demonstrate how these emergency units ran during battles. Around every corner there is something to experience.

While enjoying your visit to the past, tour the National Historic Landmark Factory Building with an interactive, hands-on telegraph exhibit, and the Vail House that was restored more than 150 years ago. Explore the exhibits on the Speedwell Ironworks, a granary full of early farm implements, and watch the enormous 24-foot overshot waterwheel turn in the Wheelhouse. Light picnic fare is available for purchase.

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Saturday, March 28 through Saturday, April 4A Special Spring BreakPhoto Scavenger HuntHead over to the Arboretum for this special spring break scavenger hunt designed to ‘Take it Outside.’ Bring your camera or cell phone, as well as a good set of observant eyes. Find most of the items on the list and take home a prize for the entire family. Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Wednesday, April 1

Opening Day at Fosterfi elds Living Historical FarmExperience farm and domestic life during the early 20th century. Meet the resident farm animals, help with chores, reserve a tour of The Willows, and discover the interactive Transportation Exhibit. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.April 1 - June 27. Open Tues-day - Saturday.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: $6/adult, $5/senior (65+), $4/child age 4 - 16, and $2/child age 2 & 3. FREE/child under age 2, and Friends of Fosterfi elds and Cooper Gristmill members with a valid membership card.

Full Moon Hike: ModerateAges 16 & Up.Join a hike to view the fi rst full moon of the spring, whether you call it the Sprouting-Grass Moon, the Egg Moon, or the Fish Moon. Watch the sun set and the full moon rise from the Pyramid Mountain ridge top. Flashlights suggested.Time: 7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per person.*

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Friday, April 3Moonlight Owl CallingEarly spring is a great time to listen and call for breeding owls, Hear Great Horned Owls singing their courtship duets, and if the weather is mild, perhaps even see courtship fl ights of the American Woodcock. Dr. Emile DeVito, New Jersey Conservation Foundation staff biologist, leads this moonlight walk. Please register online at www.njconservation.org.Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.*

Saturday, April 4‘Explore the Farm’ Horse-Drawn Wagon RideWith an emphasis on sustainability, this narrated horse-drawn wagon ride explores the methods, equipment, crops, and enterprises of Fosterfi elds in the early 1900s. Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.*

Weekend Family Walk: EasyAll Ages.During these guided walks designed for families, stroll the wooded trails to discover the unique animals and plants.Time: 11 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person age 3 & up.*

Monday, April 6Toddler Trek: Turtle Time!Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Learn about the terrifi c turtles that are warming up as the weather changes. Listen to a story, and walk to the pond to look for them. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC. Cost: $5 per child.*

Home-School Days: Spring to LifeGrades 1 - 2. Hike the grounds, observing the seasonal changes and gathering buds. Back in the classroom, examine the buds to determine the types of blooms and leaves we can enjoy this spring. Plant seeds to take home, and with detailed instructions, care for them and monitor their growth.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per child.*

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Frog JamboreeAll Ages.The spring peepers and wood frogs are performing their annual concert from the forest pools. Learn about these two frogs while listening to their chorus. Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per person age 3 & up.*

Tuesday, April 7Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Scherman Hoffman, Bernardsville. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.

Pre-School Walk: Batty BatsAges 4 & 5 with an adult.The bats are waking from their winter’s sleep. Join us for a walk to learn about these nocturnal, fl ying mammals, followed by a bat-themed craft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Toddler Trek: Turtle TimeAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Learn about the terrifi c turtles that are warming up as the weather changes. Listen to a story, and walk to the nearby stream to look for them. Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Trail ExplorationsAges 18 & Up.Enjoy this new naturalist-guided series designed for adult hikers to explore every bit of trail on both Pyramid and Turkey Mountains. Each month, these moderate hikes follow a different trail. Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person.

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Wednesday, April 8Wiggle TimeAges 3 - 6 with an adult.This program incorporates creative movement, crafts, and history immersion experiences.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Friday, April 10Night Hike AdventureAges 5 & Up. Bring your fl ashlight and enjoy a guided nighttime adventure in the Great Swamp. Led by a naturalist, groups leave every 15 minutes to learn about and listen for nocturnal wildlife, participate in fun, educational activities, and walk along the trails in the darkness. Time: Time slots from 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $6 per person.*

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Saturday, April 11Split Rock Iron Furnace WalkThis walk is a rare opportunity to visit Morris County’s only standing iron furnace and to explore the village that supported its operation. The tour includes new research that has expanded the story of the site and a look at the impressive stone furnace stack, the forge site, and an examination of the archeological remains of this once-thriving community. This archeology hike includes a moderate amount of walking, sometimes over uneven terrain. Come equipped with sturdy shoes. Register by email at [email protected] or call 973.292.2755.Time: 10 a.m.Location: TBD.Cost: $5 per person.*

Wildfl ower Walk: ModerateAges 9 & Up.Walk with a naturalist to search the trails for spring wildfl owers in bloom.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $1 per person.*

Opening Day at Cooper GristmillJoin in celebrating the 37th season at Cooper Gristmill. Learn the Gristmill’s history, and the quantity of fl our it can produce in a day.Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Open Saturdays, only April 11 - June 27. The last tour of the Gristmill begins at 3:30 p.m. Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: Admission fees apply to certain programs.The suggested donation to tour the Gristmill is $3/adult, $2/senior (65+), and $1/child age 4 - 16. FREE/child under age 4.

Family Activity Center: Clothes Pin DollsMake a clothes pin doll, and play family-friendly games that were popular long ago. Parental supervision required.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

Happy Birthday, Caroline Foster!Celebrate Miss Foster’s 138th birthday at the Farmhouse, where cake is served in her honor.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

Art Tour of the Vail HouseThis tour highlights the many paintings included in the Vail House’s collection. We discuss landscapes, portraits, and still life, especially the works of Samuel F. B. Morse and Edward Kranich.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

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Saturday, April 11 & Sunday, April 12African Violet Club of Morris County Annual Show and SaleEnjoy a room fi lled with these beautiful diminutive house plants, get growing tips and advice from the experts, and purchase a few lovely plants. This year’s show theme is, ‘Violets in the Golden West.’Time: Sat.: 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sun.: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.

Sunday, April 12Egg-citing Family Walk: EasyAll Ages.Learn about the variety of eggs that wild animals lay in wild areas.Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person age 3 & up.*

The Potting Shed: Compost HappensLearn techniques to turn your kitchen scraps, garden waste, and autumn leaves into compost. Time: 12 noon - 1 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE to watch and $5 to purchase worms to get started at home.

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Arboretum TourMeet in the lobby of the Haggerty Education Center for a tour of the grounds of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Learn some of the history, and enjoy the beauty of this exceptional horticultural site with a knowledgeable tour guide.Time: 2 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $3 per person.

Monday, April 13Hike for Health: ModerateAges 18 & Up.Enjoy a brisk morning walk before work to start your week on the right (and left) foot! Heavy rain cancels program.Time: 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person.*

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Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix nature and art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features a different NJ wild animal to learn about and draw. Parents are welcome to stay and participate.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Tuesday, April 14Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Mount Hope Historical County Park, Rockaway Twp. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.

Pre-School Walk: Batty BatsAges 4 & 5 with an adult.The bats are waking from their winter’s sleep. Join us for a walk to learn about these nocturnal, fl ying mammals followed by a bat-themed craft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*


Grow, Cook, Eat: Annual HerbsGet growing instructions and planting tips, and take a closer look at some new and unusual varieties of annual herbs. Seeds, recipes, and a tasting sample make this a fun and inspirational evening to give you the motivation to plant. This program is eligible for 1.5 Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s.Time: 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $20 per person.*

Friday, April 17Nature’s PlaygroundAges 3 - 6.The natural world is the best place to play, especially with a naturalist and some friends along. Children use their imagination as they explore the wonders of the forest through free play.Time: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per child.*

Saturday, April 18Plant Sale Preview Want to fi nd out what’s new and exciting at this year’s 20th Annual Plant Sale? ‘Plantaholic’ Sue Acheson presents a program highlighting a long list of fabulous plant picks for gardens large and small. Pre-purchase certain featured plants.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.*

Spring at the FarmMeet the newborn farm animals, and watch a cooking demonstration using the wood-burning stove in the Farmhouse.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

Knitting Master ClassLearn to knit during this class for adults. Work on a corset-style coffee cup cozy. All supplies included.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $25 per person.*

Saturday, April 18 & Sunday, April 19Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photo scavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Theme and prizes change monthly. Enjoy a great way to get the family outdoors.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sunday, April 19Family Science Day: Reptiles & AmphibiansAll Ages with an adult. Learn about reptiles and amphibians while rotating through hands-on activity stations designed to challenge families to work together and make new discoveries. Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain. Cost: $8 per child age 5 & up.*

Cooking Demonstration: ChutneysThe quintessential British condiment isn’t really British at all. Chutneys are a staple of Indian food and were brought to England during the Colonial period. From there, they were introduced throughout the world. Some sources say that Major Grey was a fi ctitious character, but his chutney is certainly delicious. We’ll make his chutney and several others in this cooking demonstration. This program is part of the ‘Focus on England’ series.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $25 per person.*

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Japanese Flowering Cherries: A 100 Year-Long Love Affair What better place and time to talk ‘cherries’ than early spring at Willowwood Arboretum, whose Cherry collection is outstanding and in bloom. In this lecture, Tony Aiello, Director of Horticulture and Curator of the Living Collection at the Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, discusses the introduction of fl owering cherries into the U.S. and focuses on their history in Philadelphia. Tony has been using the Morris Arboretum’s cherry collection as a model for preserving our horticultural heritage and has been working with other botanic gardens to identify, propagate, and share rare varieties. Tony’s expertise in this subject is matched by the beauty of Willowwood Arboretum’s Cherry collection. Following this talk, light refreshments are served, and a tour of that collection is offered. Please wear suitable walking shoes. This program is sponsored by the Willowwood Foundation.Time: 1:30 p.m. Location: Willowwood Arboretum.Cost: $20 per person.* Call 973.326.7601 to register.

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Monday, April 20Toddler Trek: Peepers and QuackersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy a story read aloud and take a short walk while listening to the love songs of the spring frogs. Please note that parents who also have a 4 - 5 year old can register them for a simultaneous Tyke Hike. See below.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC. Cost: $5 per child.*

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Monday, April 20Tyke Hikes: Peepers & QuackersAges 4 & 5. Drop off your pre-schooler to hunt for the noisy amphibians singing around the swamp. Listen to a story, take a guided walk outside, and participate in fun activities. Please note that parents who also have a 2 - 3 year old can register for a simultaneous Toddler Trek while the 4 - 5 year old participates in this program. See above.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Home-School Days: Spring to Life Grades 3 - 5. Observe the life cycle changes of the plants around the Arboretum and see how the spring wildfl owers compete with the trees for sunshine. Plant a fast-life annual and a steady growth perennial to take home, and with detailed instructions compare their life cycles. Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per child.*

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Lil’ Critters StorytimeAges 3 - 6.Hear engaging nature stories read aloud. Take part in fun activities, such as crafts, games, or walks that build on the stories’ themes.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $3 per child.*

Tuesday, April 21Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Schiff Nature Preserve, Mendham Twp. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.

Family Science Day: Reptiles & AmphibiansAll Ages with an adult. Learn about reptiles and amphibians while rotating through hands-on activity stations designed to challenge families to work together and make new discoveries. Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Pyramid Mountain. Cost: $8 per child age 5 & up.*

Wednesday, April 22Home-School Adventures: Whose Home?All Ages.Compare and contrast the habitats at the Great Swamp while examining them up close. Have fun with the activities designed to better understand the characteristics of habitats that all animals, plants, and even humans need to survive. Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $8 per child age 3 & up.*

Wiggle TimeAges 3 - 6 with an adult.This program incorporates creative movement, crafts, and history immersion experiences.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix nature and art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features a different NJ wild animal to learn about and draw. Parents are welcome to stay and participate.Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Saturday, April 25Lilacs: An Old Fashioned Plant for Modern Day GardensWhat better place to explore the world of lilacs than at Willowwood Arboretum with their extensive collection! Marc Zukovich, President of Sterling Horticultural Services, talks about the different varieties of this lovely plant, how to prune them for the best blooms, and their care and feeding. Take a stroll through the collection.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Location: Willowwood Arboretum.Cost: $20 per person.*

Fourth Annual Artisans’ FairCrafts of all kinds are celebrated during this event that includes a historic fabrics presentation, specialized tours of the Vail House, craft demonstrations, displays, presentations, hands-on activities, and more. Purchase handmade items from local crafters, and see a special exhibit in the Vail House. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

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Easton-Phillipsburg WalkExplore NJ’s Morris Canal, a system of waterways built in the early 1800s. Visit the junction of the coal carrying Lehigh, Delaware, and Morris Canals, then travel up to Lehigh to see working locks, dams, and the remains of the iron making industrial complex in Hugh Moore Park. Visit Morris Canal sites near Phillipsburg, including Inclined Plane 9 West. This moderate, full-day walk involves some off-trail exploration. Come equipped with sturdy shoes, and lunch. Register by email at [email protected] or call 973.292.2755.Time: 10 a.m.Location: TBD.Cost: $5 per person.*

Lil’ Critters StorytimeAges 3 - 6.Hear engaging nature stories read aloud. Take part in fun activities, such as crafts, games, or walks that build on the stories’ themes.Time: 11 a.m. - 12 noon. Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $3 per child.*

Meet the Irish Servant and the Cook at The Willows On this guided tour, discover the life of domestic help at the Foster home. Assist the maid with household chores, and see what the cook has prepared using the wood-burning stove.Time: 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

Plant SpudsDig in, and help the farmers plant potatoes.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

Saturday, April 25 & Sunday, April 26Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photo scavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Theme and prizes change monthly. Enjoy a great way to get the family outdoors year-round.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Tuesday, April 28Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Dismal Harmony, Mendham Twp. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.


Wednesdays, April 29 through June 3 Nature’s Little Explorers Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Discover the wonders of nature together through six weeks of walks, activities, and crafts. Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $55 per child.*

Thursdays, April 30 through June 4Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Discover the wonders of nature together through six weeks of walks, activities, and crafts. Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $55 per child.*

Puddle JumpersAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Explore the trails of the Great Swamp with your pre-schooler and learn about the amazing natural world during six weeks of walks, activities, and crafts. Time: 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $55 per child.*

Friday, May 1 through Sunday, May 31 Gallery Exhibit: Stories of Flowers by Artist Hannuo (Echo) Wu Treat yourself to the stunning watercolor paintings of fl owers by artist Echo Wu. Her magnifi cent show is inspired by fl owers of all four seasons. She is an expert in the technique of Chinese watercolor and will amaze you with the beauty and serenity of her fl owers.Time: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.

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Saturday, May 2

All-County Garage SaleKnown as the place to fi nd treasures and great bargains on the best antiques and collectibles around. Don’t miss your opportunity to uncover something unique and wonderful. Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Mennen Sports Arena. Cost: $5/adult, $3/student and senior, FREE/child 12 & under.

‘Explore the Farm’ Horse-Drawn Wagon RideWith an emphasis on sustainability, this narrated horse-drawn wagon ride explore the methods, equipment, crops, and enterprises of Fosterfi elds in the early 1900s. Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.*

Family Activity Center: Paper CraftsMake paper crafts, and play family-friendly games that were popular long ago. Parental supervision required.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

Saturday, May 2 & Sunday, May 3

The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum’s 20th Annual Plant SalePurchase the best plants at the best prices and have your gardening questions answered by the on-site plant experts. With 20 years of experience, and a wide selection of trees, shrubs, annuals, perennials, herbs, and vegetables, this is the one plant sale you do not want to miss. Expert advisors are here to help you choose the perfect plant. Proceeds from the sale benefi t Horticultural Education at the Morris County Park Commission. Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.

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Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photo scavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Theme and prizes change monthly. Enjoy a great way to get the family outdoors.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sunday, May 3

The Potting Shed: Tomato Growing 101It’s almost tomato planting time, and Tomato Growing 101 equips you with tips and techniques for a successful tomato season. A limited quantity of heirloom tomatoes are on sale. Time: 12 noon - 1 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $5 per person.

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Arboretum TourMeet in the lobby of the Haggerty Education Center for a tour of the grounds of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Learn some of the history and enjoy the beauty of this exceptional horticultural sight with a knowledgeable tour guide.Time: 2 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $3 per person.

Monday, May 4 Home-School Days: Dinosaurs Walked Here Grades 1 - 2. Ferns are an ancient family of plants that existed when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. They adapted and evolved into more than 12,000 known living species growing in varied climates and habitats. Explore the Arboretum’s extensive fern garden and make a plant fossil to take home.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per child.*

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Spring Wildfl owersAges 5 - 9.Learn to identify common spring wildfl owers during a walk through the woods. Look closely to see pollinators hard at work and discover how animals and plants cooperate. Record what you see in a free mini-journal.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Tuesday, May 5Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Kay Center, Chester Twp. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.

Pre-School Walk: Who Lives in Trees?Ages 4 & 5 with an adult.Explore the trails and discover which animals use trees to survive. Enjoy a tree-themed craft afterwards.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Toddler Trek: Tree Time Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Discover the amazing world of trees with a story read aloud and a guided walk.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Trail ExplorationsAges 18 & Up.Enjoy this new naturalist-guided series designed for adult hikers to explore every bit of trail on both Pyramid and Turkey Mountains. Every month, these moderate hikes follow a different trail. Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person.*

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Wednesday, May 6 Spring Migration Bird Walk, Meadows and EdgesNaturalist Bill Lynch leads us through the meadows and forest edges of Bamboo Brook as we search for both spring migrants and breeding birds. Songbirds love the transition between forest and fi eld, and use the treetops to sing their hearts out to potential mates. Please register online at www.njconservation.org.Time: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.*


Make a Culinary Herb Strawberry JarPlant a strawberry jar fi lled with choice culinary herbs at this popular hands-on workshop. These classic terra cotta containers often frustrate gardeners as they can be diffi cult to maintain. Learn the professional’s secret tricks for successful strawberry jars and your jar will fl ourish all summer. Be rewarded with cuttings of fresh sage, oregano, basil, thyme, and rosemary, all the herbs you need to create memorable summertime meals. Fee includes all materials and a terra cotta strawberry jar which can be re-planted next year. Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $40 per person.*

Thursday, May 7Morning Bird Walk: ModerateAges 12 & Up.Many colorful songbirds are migrating through New Jersey at this time of year, and Pyramid Mountain is a wonderful place to spot them. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair of ours.Time: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $1 per person.*

Saturday, May 9Morning Bird Walk: ModerateAges 12 & Up.Many colorful songbirds are migrating through New Jersey at this time of year, and Pyramid Mountain is a wonderful place to spot them. Bring binoculars or borrow a pair of ours.Time: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $1 per person.*

Shippenport Walk Explore this landlocked Morris Canal port, where the bypass water from one of the canal’s famous inclined plans was used to power a small industrial village. See the remains of the inclined plane and its water power system, view forge and mill sites, and take a short walk to see how the miners plied their trade. Although most of this walk is along paved roads, there is off-the-path exploring. Register by email at [email protected] or call 973.292.2755.Time: 10 a.m. Location: TBD.Cost: $5 per person.*

Injury Free GardeningBefore you start the bending, the reaching, the digging, and the stretching, learn how to move. Gardening can relieve stress and promote wellness, but not if you are hurting yourself by moving incorrectly. Physical Therapists Joel Hirschhorn and Dave Mistry address some of the most common gardening-related injuries and show you how to avoid them. Special attention is given to arthritis and knee-related issues. This two-part program begins in the classroom with some simple anatomy lessons and exercise suggestions. Then, move outdoors for demonstrations of how to improve your balance, use a shovel, a rake, a wheelbarrow, and all that other garden paraphernalia. Now’s the time to get ready for a healthy gardening season! Dress in comfortable clothing that you can stretch, and wear sneakers or sports shoes.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 noon. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $12 per person.*


Saturday, May 9 Weekend Family WalkAll Ages.Take to the trails to discover the unique animals and plants found at the Great Swamp. Everyone’s sure to learn some amazing new nature facts.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $2 per person.*

Born to Be ShornMeet the lambs, and watch hand-shearing of the sheep. See how fl eece is processed and made into garments. Hands-on activities include weaving and spinning. Make crafts to take home.Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: $3/adult, $2/senior (65+), and $1/child age 4 - 16. FREE/ child under age 4.

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Caroline’s Special Place: Cottage CraftMay is National Preservation Month. Discover how Caroline Foster built ‘The Temple of Abiding Peace,’ and the importance of saving historic structures. Families can make a simple paper replica of the cottage to take home.Time: 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

The Healthy HomeThis program, in conjunction with Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution Day, discusses how the Vails maintained a healthy home in the 1840s. The program consists of a presentation, demonstration, and an opportunity to ask questions.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission

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Saturday, May 9 & Sunday, May 10Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photo scavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Theme and prizes change monthly. Enjoy a great way to get the family outdoors.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sunday, May 10Mother’s Day Wildfl ower Walk: EasyAll Ages.Celebrate Mother’s Day with a family trail walk discovering wildfl owers.Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person age 3 & up.*

Monday, May 11Hike for Health: ModerateAges 18 & Up.Enjoy a brisk morning walk before work to start your week on the right (and left) foot! Heavy rain cancels event.Time: 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person.*

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Tuesday, May 12Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Hacklebarney State Park, Chester Twp. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.

Pre-School Walk: Who Lives in Trees?Ages 4 & 5 with an adult.Explore the trails and discover which animals use trees to survive. Enjoy creating a tree-themed craft. Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Wednesday, May 13 Spring Migration Bird Walk: Forest InteriorSpring migration continues as we venture into the forest to search for migrants and breeding birds. We’ll hope to see Scarlet Tanagers, Ovenbirds, Woodpeckers, and other species that prefer the taller trees and denser vegetation of mature woodland. Please register online at www.njconservation.org.Time: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.*

Tea & RosesEnjoy an afternoon tea and a tour of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, as part of the year-long ‘Focus on England.’ From the moment you arrive at Matilda’s Café, overlooking the very English Cottage Garden to your last tasty morsel of scone, you are immersed in the British history and garden elements at this regional center for horticulture. An hour-long leisurely stroll through the grounds is followed by a delicious tea featuring a variety of tea sandwiches, pastries, and beverages. Group reservations are accepted based on availability, so reserve early as seating is limited. Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $35 per person.* Call 973.394.1100 for reservations.

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Home-School Adventures: Dig Into ItAll Ages.Soil is not just dirt, it is home to a variety of organisms. Discover the importance of soil through educational, hands-on activities, and a walk on the trails. Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $8 per child age 3 & up.*


Flat Water Canoe Skills Ages 12 & Up. Have fun and learn canoe strokes, equipment, and safety in this introductory course. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This class is a prerequisite for participation in other MCPC canoe programs. Time: 5 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.Location: Split Rock Reservoir, Rockaway Twp.Cost: $10 per person.* Call 973.334.3130.

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Evening Canoe PaddleAges 12 & Up. Enjoy a leisurely paddle on Split Rock Reservoir, fi nishing up before sunset. Canoes, life vests, and paddles are provided. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Register today - space is limited! Canoe skills course is a prerequisite for this program.Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Split Rock Reservoir, Rockaway Twp.Cost: $20 per person.* Call 973.334.3130.

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Friday, May 15Bugs in the NightAges 7 & Up. Why are insects attracted to lights? Discover one possible answer, and see how many different interesting insects we can actually attract. Waterproof boots are suggested, since we will be starting at the brook to look for the juvenile stages of the fl ying insects that are attracted to light.Time: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per person.*

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Saturday, May 16Industrial Walk Along the Black River Discover the early industries along the Black River. This is a 3.5-mile moderate walk along the Hacklebarney Branch of the railroad, lower millpond, mid-1800s iron mining and bloomer forge, and Kay’s dam. Meet in the Cooper Gristmill parking lot.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 noon.Mill opens after the walk.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: $5 per family.

Weekend Family Walk: EasyAll Ages.During these guided walks designed for families, stroll the wooded trails to discover the unique animals and plants.Time: 11 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person age 3 & up.*

Healthy Home: A Food Revolution EventEnjoy food demonstrations and fi tness programs featuring vendors from health and wellness organizations. Also, check out activities on the farm, and cooking in the Farmhouse, from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

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Saturday, May 16 & Sunday, May 17Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photo scavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Theme and prizes change monthly. Enjoy a great way to get the family outdoors.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

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Annual Lilac Party and Wine Tasting at Willowwood ArboretumEnjoy the intoxicating fragrance of lilacs in bloom at the Willowwood Foundation’s annual garden fundraiser. Stroll through spring gardens and taste tempting tidbits while listening to a cappella music provided by The Ten. Place your bids at the garden-themed silent auction featuring unusual plants. Reservations required. Call 908.234.1815 or email [email protected] for information. Time: 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Location: Willowwood Arboretum.Cost: $75 per person.*

Monday, May 18Toddler Trek: Tree Time!Ages 2 & 3 with an adult. Discover the trees of the Great Swamp with a story read aloud and a guided walk. Please note that parents who also have a 4 - 5 year old can register them for a simultaneous Tyke Hike. See below.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC. Cost: $5 per child.*

Tyke Hikes: Tree Time!Ages 4 & 5.Drop off your pre-schooler to learn all about trees. Listen to a story, take a guided walk outside, and participate in fun activities. Please note that parents who also have a 2 - 3 year old can register for a simultaneous Toddler Trek while the 4 - 5 year old participates in this program. See above.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Home-School Days: Clever CompostersGrades 3 - 5. Learn about composting and think about reducing the amount of waste that needs to be disposed. Create a product that is useful for all gardening. Study living worm compost, and make a compost project to work on at home. Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per child.*

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Lil’ Critters StorytimeAges 3 - 6. Hear engaging nature stories read aloud. Take part in fun activities, such as crafts, games, or walks that build on the stories’ themes.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $3 per child.*

Tuesday, May 19Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Buttermilk Falls, Mendham Twp. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.

Family Science Day: Lenape LifeAll Ages with an adult. There’s so much to learn about New Jersey’s Native Americans. Discover the culture and tools of the Lenape while rotating through hands-on activity stations designed to challenge families to work together and make new discoveries. Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain. Cost: $8 per child age 5 & up.*

Wednesday, May 20Birding By EarAs more and more leaves cover the trees and understory of the forest, it becomes increasingly diffi cult to see birds and other wildlife – but there are other ways to appreciate the biodiversity of The Garden State. stop and listen for the vocalizations of Wood Thrush, Hooded Warbler, and the other birds of Bamboo Brook. Please register online at www.njconservation.org.Time: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.*


Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix nature and art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features a different NJ wild animal to learn about and draw. Parents are welcome to stay and take part.Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Grow, Cook, Eat: Container VegetablesLearn growing instructions, planting tips, and take a closer look at the many varieties of vegetables that are suited to being grown in containers. Seeds, recipes, and a tasting sample make this a fun and inspirational evening to give you the motivation to plant. This program is eligible for 1.5 Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s.Time: 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $20 per person.*

Friday, May 22Nature’s PlaygroundAges 3 - 6.The natural world is the best place to play, especially with a naturalist and some friends along. Children use their imaginations as they explore the wonders of the forest through free play.Time: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per child.*

Saturday, May 23Union Forge/High Bridge WalkExplore the remains of The Taylor Iron and Steel Company and the Greenway along old railroads. See the steelworks offi ce building, and the site of the original iron works. This moderate hike involves quite a bit of walking and some off-trail exploration. Register by email at [email protected] or call 973.292.2755.Time: 10 a.m.Location: TBD.Cost: $5 per person.*

Best Dressed in the Vail HouseCostumed interpreters lead tours of the Vail House. Experience a realistic slice of life in a historic place. Time: 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission

Lil’ Critters StorytimeAges 3 - 6.Hear engaging nature stories read aloud. Take part in fun activities, such as crafts, games, or walks that build on the stories’ themes.Time: 11 a.m. - 12 noon. Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $3 per child.*

Plant Pole BeansCalling all gardeners. Help stake poles and plant a variety of beans.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.


Tuesday, May 26Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Lewis Morris County Park, Morris Twp. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.

Wednesday, May 27Wiggle TimeAges 3 - 6 with an adult.This program incorporates creative movement, crafts, and history immersion experiences.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Saturday, May 30Hardy Laurel Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.Walk with a naturalist to see the beautiful display of blooming mountain laurel along the ridge.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $1 per person.*

Open Hearth Cooking with Susan McLellan PlaistedCook a full meal on the open hearth using period equipment, ingredients, and ‘receipts.’ Beginners to advanced chefs are welcome. This class is led by Susan McLellan Plaisted of Heart to Hearth Cookery. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $60 per person.*

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Saturday, May 30 Meet the Irish Servant and the Cook at The Willows On this guided tour, discover the life of domestic help at the Foster home. Assist the maid with household chores, and see what the cook has prepared using the wood-burning stove.Time: 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

Watch Them Grow!See the farmers weigh the piglets that were born this spring.Time: 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.


Sunday, May 31Cooking Demonstration: Cherries JubileeThis iconic dessert is defi nitely on the menu as we celebrate the start of cherry season in New Jersey. Learn to make traditional French clafoutis, and two other recipes using fresh and dried cherries.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $25 per person.*

Monday, June 1Toddler Trek: Our Flying FriendsAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Discover how birds build their homes, enjoy a story read aloud, and search for real nests along the trails.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC. Cost: $5 per child.*

Monday, June 1 throughMonday, June 29 Gallery Exhibit: Flowers and Plants by the HUB Camera ClubThe popular HUB Camera Club is returning with a show devoted to fl owers and plants. A variety of style, interpretations, and techniques are on display. The HUB Camera Club was founded in 1998 to promote photography as an enjoyable hobby for all skill levels and is a member of the NJ Federation of Camera Clubs.Time: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.

Tuesday, June 2Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Tourne County Park, Boonton Twp. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.

Toddler Trek: Summer Scavenger Hunt Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy a story read aloud and a fun, guided walk while looking for the animals and plants that love the warm weather. Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Trail ExplorationsAges 18 & Up.Enjoy this new naturalist-guided series designed for adult hikers to explore every bit of trail on both Pyramid and Turkey Mountains. Every month, these moderate hikes follow a different trail. Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person.

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‘Explore the Farm’ Horse-Drawn Wagon RideWith an emphasis on sustainability, this narrated horse-drawn wagon ride explores the methods, equipment, crops, and enterprises of Fosterfi elds in the early 1900s. Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12 noon. Location: Fosterfi elds. Cost: Admission.*

Hammerin’! Blacksmithing Master ClassAges 13 & Up.William Barrett, of Bill Barrett Custom Knives, leads a beginner blacksmithing class on basic blacksmithing techniques with a project to take home. Prior experience is helpful, but not necessary. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $25 per person.*

Farmhouse Afi reLearn about the Farmhouse fi re 100 years ago, and fi re-fi ghting practices that saved other farm buildings.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

Fairy FurnishingsAges 6 & Up.Fairy gardens are all the rage. What makes a house a home for fairies is the same as for people – the furnishings! Make fi ve adorable fairy furnishings for your home Fairy Garden, or to bring to Fairy Day at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum on June 28. Furnishings include a sweet birdhouse, a fi nely wrought arbor, and more. Arboretum staff guide children through the steps to complete these projects. Adults stand by and cheer on the progress offering an occasional hand. Time: 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $25 per person.*

Saturday, June 6 & Sunday, June 7Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photo scavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Theme and prizes change monthly. Enjoy a great way to get the family outdoors.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sunday, June 7

The Potting Shed: As Fair as An English Rose Are roses British? Well, not entirely – but they did name a war after them and some of the loveliest roses are bred on the British Isles. Learn the history of the modern day rose and get an overview on their care. Then, trot along to see the Frelinghuysen’s roses and take a cutting home to grow forevermore at your castle. This program is part of the ‘Focus on England’ series.Time: 12 noon - 1 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $5 per person.

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Great Swamp Bonsai Society’s Bonsai Open HouseThe auditorium is full of bonsai trees on display, some quite ancient and all quite beautiful. Marvel at the patience required to grow these awesome specimens. Lectures and demonstrations take place throughout the day and bonsai supplies are available for sale. Bring your trees for advice or grooming. Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.

Family Science Day: InsectsAll Ages with an adult. Learn about insects while rotating through hands-on activity stations designed to challenge families to work together and make new discoveries. Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Pyramid Mountain. Cost: $8 per child age 5 & up. *

Tuesday, June 2 & Wednesday, June 3Bus Trip: South Fork Saunter Escape to Long Island on an overnight South Fork Saunter with The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum and DIG IT! Magazine. Enjoy a guided tours at four fabulous gardens, dining in three interesting towns, a stay at the Hyatt, and discounted, passion-quenching shopping at a stellar nursery. The trip itinerary includes, The Sculpture Garden at the Nassau County Museum of Art, Planting Fields Arboretum, Long House Reserve, The Madoo Conservancy, and the Martin Viette Nursery. For detailed information on each of the gardens, please visit arboretumfriends.org. Be prepared to do some walking. Time: Bus leaves at 8:30 a.m. SHARP and returns by 8 p.m. Wednesday.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $375 per person includes bus, hotel, full breakfast, all garden admissions, guided tours, and a one-year individual membership to The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum.*

Wednesday, June 3Wiggle TimeAges 3 - 6 with an adult.This program incorporates creative movement, crafts, and history immersion experiences.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Saturday, June 6

National Trails DayCelebrate the many wonderful miles of trails that transverse Morris County. Take part in a ribbon cutting ceremony for a new trail, a walk, and bike ride. For info and registration, visit www.morrisparks.net.Time: 9 a.m. - 12 noon.Locations: Kitchell Pond at Loantaka Brook Reservation, Morris Township.Cost: FREE.

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Arboretum TourMeet in the lobby of the Haggerty Education Center for a tour of the grounds of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Learn some of the history and enjoy the beauty of this exceptional horticultural sight with a knowledgeable tour guide.Time: 2 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $3 per person.*

Those Crazy Victorians: Plantsmanship in Great Britain circa 1837-1901The practice of horticulture during the reign of Queen Victoria was particularly fervent. The Elizabeth Donnell Kay Rare Book Collection contains many volumes from this period. Study books on orchids and ferns, works from the colonies, books by Charles Darwin, the travels of Robert Fortune, and ivy, which the Victorians embraced as particularly well-suited for funeral needs. The fee includes a one-year Individual Membership to The Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. All proceeds benefi t the Rare Book Collection. This program is part of the ‘Focus on England’ series.Time: 2:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $40 per person.*

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Monday, June 8Hike for Health: ModerateAges 18 & Up.Enjoy a brisk morning walk before work to start your week on the right (and left) foot! Heavy rain cancels event.Time: 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person.*

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Tuesday, June 9Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Jockey Hollow, Harding Twp. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.

Pre-School Walk: Buggy BugsAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Search for the littlest critters of the woods and discover the reasons they are so amazing. Join us for a bug-themed craft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Family Science Day: InsectsAll Ages with an adult. Learn about insects while rotating through hands-on activity stations designed to challenge families to work together and make new discoveries about these invertebrates. Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Pyramid Mountain. Cost: $8 per child age 5 & up. *

Wednesday, June 10

Tea & RosesEnjoy an afternoon tea and a tour of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, as part of the year-long ‘Focus on England.’ From the moment you arrive at Matilda’s Café, overlooking the very English Cottage Garden to your last tasty morsel of scone, you are immersed in the British history and garden elements at this regional center for horticulture. An hour-long leisurely stroll through the grounds is followed by a delicious tea featuring a variety of tea sandwiches, pastries, and beverages. Group reservations are accepted based on availability, so reserve early as seating is limited. Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $35 per person.* Call 973.394.1100 for reservations.

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Home-School Adventures: Lenape LifeAll Ages.Explore the life and culture of the fi rst people to live in New Jersey with hands-on activities, examining real Lenape artifacts, and visiting a model wigwam.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $8 per child age 3 & up.*

Wiggle TimeAges 3 - 6 with an adult.This program incorporates creative movement, crafts, and history immersion experiences.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission

Thursday, June 11Keys to TreesAges 18 & Up.Learn the art of tree identifi cation using leaves, buds, branches, and bark of common species. Take home your very own “Trees of the Great Swamp” ID booklet.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per person.*

Friday, June 12Butterfl y Walk with the North American Butterfl y AssociationJoin experts from the North American Butterfl y Association as we walk the meadows of Bamboo Brook in search of late spring butterfl y species. Please register online at www.njconservation.org. Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.*

Saturday, June 13Morris Canal Inclined Planes Walk Explore the Morris Canal’s Inclined Planes, which were outstanding engineering achievements. Take a guided tour of the inclined plane, including a visit to the underground turbine chamber, a walk along the canal towpath, and a visit to a nearby iron mine. This moderate hike involves some off-trail exploration. Register by email at [email protected] or call 973.292.2755.Time: 10 a.m. Location: TBD.Cost: $5 per person.*

Backyard Foraging with Ellen ZachosYou don’t need to trek into the forest to forage edible plants. Be amazed by the quantity of the plants you see each day are actually nutritious edibles. Learn tips on where certain plants are likely to be found, how to avoid pollution and pesticides, and how to recognize the plants you should never harvest. This award-winning speaker makes foraging as safe and simple as stepping into your own backyard. Ellen Zachos is a professional gardener and proprietor of Acme Plant Stuff, a garden and houseplant maintenance company. She is also the author of several books, including Backyard Foraging, Tempting Tropicals, Orchid Growing for Wimps, and Down & Dirty. Time: 10 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $30 per person.*

Butterfl y Bonanza!All Ages.Discover New Jersey’s fabulous butterfl ies and other pollinators and learn their contributions to the natural world. Games, crafts, live music, activities, bug safaris, and so much more!Time: 12 noon - 4 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $4/adult, $3/child age 2 and older.

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Celebrate DairyDuring National Dairy Month, meet the Jersey cows, help with cream separating, and butter churning. At 3:30 p.m., watch a cow milking demo. See dairy products being prepared in the Farmhouse kitchen. Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

Food Revolution Lecture This evening adult lecture series focuses on different topics all within the theme of ‘Healthy Home.’Time: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.


Monday, June 15Toddler Trek: Summer Scavenger HuntAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy a story read aloud and a fun, guided walk while looking for the animals and plants that love the warm weather. Please note that parents who also have a 4 - 5 year old can register them for a simultaneous Tyke Hike. See below.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC. Cost: $5 per child.*

Tyke Hikes: Summer Scavenger HuntAges 4 & 5Drop off your pre-schooler to listen to a story and enjoy a hunt on the trails to spot signs of the summer season. Please note that parents who also have a 2 - 3 year old can register for a simultaneous Toddler Trek while the 4 - 5 year old participates in this program. See above.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*


Monday, June 15Lil’ Critters StorytimeAges 3 - 6.Hear engaging nature stories read aloud. Take part in fun activities, such as crafts, games, or walks that build on the stories’ themes.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $3 per child.*

Tuesday, June 16Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Hedden County Park, Dover. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.

Pre-School Walk: Buggy BugsAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Search for the littlest critters of the swamp and discover why they are so amazing. Make a bug-themed craft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Flat Water Canoe Skills Ages 12 & Up. Have fun and learn canoe strokes, equipment, and safety in this introductory course. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. This class is a prerequisite for participation in other MCPC canoe programs. Time: 5 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.Location: Split Rock Reservoir, Rockaway Twp.Cost: $10 per person.* Call 973.334.3130.

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Wednesday, June 17 through Friday, June 19Mini Summer Camp: Woodsy WalkersAges 2 - 4 with an adult. Little campers explore trails and a variety of natural history topics with stories, games, walks, and activities.Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $30 per child.*

Saturday, June 20People-Power DayTour the Cooper Gristmill, and watch demonstrations of tools powered by hands and feet. Try some of these unique tools, yourself.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: Suggested donation. $3/adult, $2/senior (65+), and $1/child age 4 - 16. FREE/child under age 4.

Best Dressed in the Vail HouseCostumed interpreters lead tours of the Vail House. Experience a realistic slice of life in a historic place. Time: 10:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Weekend Family Walk: EasyAll Ages.During these guided walks designed for families, stroll the wooded trails, and discover the unique animals and plants.Time: 11 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Pyramid Mtn. Cost: $2 per person age 3 & up.*

Family Activity Center: Yarn DollsMake yarn dolls, and play family-friendly games that were popular long ago. Parental supervision required.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

Farm Know-How on the Go: Creamery Confi dentialTake a guided walk to the Creamery, and discover how the building was used. Enjoy a dairy-related project.Time: 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.

Saturday, June 20 & Sunday, June 21Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photo scavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Theme and prizes change monthly. Enjoy a great way to get the family outdoors year-round.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family

Civil War WeekendThe 2nd NJ Brigade brings the battle between the Blue and the Gray to life through camp life demonstrations, musket and artillery drills, mail call, bayonet drills, cannon fi rings, a medical demonstration, skirmishes, and much more! Time: Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $7/adult, $6/senior, $5/child 4 - 16, FREE/child under age 4.

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Tuesday, June 23Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Patriots’ Path, Mendham Twp. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.


Wednesday, June 24 - Friday, June 26Mini Summer Camp: Woodsy WalkersAges 2 - 4 with an adult. Introduce your kids to the nature camp experience. Little campers explore trails and a variety of natural history topics with stories, games, walks, and activities!Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $30 per child.*

Saturday, June 27Wildfl ower Walk: ModerateAges 9 and Up.The wildfl owers of Pyramid Mountain are in full bloom this time of year. Walk with a naturalist to search the trails for their beautiful summer colors.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $1 per person.*

Meet the Irish Servant and the Cook at The Willows On this guided tour, discover the life of the domestic help at the Foster home. Help the maid with household chores, and see what the cook has prepared using the wood-burning stove.Time: 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.Location: Fosterfi elds.Cost: Admission.


Evening Canoe PaddleAges 12 & Up. Enjoy a leisurely paddle on Split Rock Reservoir, fi nishing up before sunset. Canoes, life vests, and paddles are provided. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Register today - space is limited! Canoe skills course is a prerequisite for this program.Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Split Rock Reservoir, Rockaway Twp.Cost: $20 per person.* Call 973.334.3130.

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Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix nature and art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features a different NJ wild animal to learn about and draw. Parents are welcome to stay and take part.Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Grow, Cook, Eat: Edible FlowersTake a closer look at some wonderful edible fl owers. Seeds, recipes, and a tasting make this a fun and inspirational evening to give you the motivation to get out and plant. This program is eligible for 1.5 Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s.Time: 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $20 per person.*

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Sunday, June 28Poet’s Walk and British Breakfast A fi ne day in June is the perfect time to celebrate the connection between landscapes and poetry. Take an early morning walk and learn about the Frelinghuysen’s English roots. Pause at some inspirational spots for a poetry reading. If you have a favorite British poem, please bring it along to read. Spiritually fortifi ed, we then set upon a Full British Breakfast including a fry-up of eggs, bangers, mushrooms, beans, roasted tomatoes, crumpets, and scones. Don’t forget your wellingtons (rainboots) and brolly (umbrella) in case of inclement weather. This program is part of the ‘Focus on England’ series.Time: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $25 per person.*

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PARK ALLIANCE CORNER

The Morris Park Alliance had a banner year in 2014. The Jets Play 60 All-Access Playground was installed. With fundraising efforts totaling just less than $350,000, a new play area is available at Central Park of Morris County for children of all abilities. The next phase at the playground

includes shade structures to protect the children from sun exposure, and keep the play equipment from getting too hot. Donations are currently being accepted for this installation.

Many companies, foundations, families, and individuals helped the Park Alliance support Park Commission facilities and programs in 2014. Donors included:

Richard A’ddabboAlcoaJill AzzinnariJulie BaronBarrett FamilyJeffrey BaumanRachel BennettLawrence BensonBethany BuccinoAlan and Kami CabralElizabeth Cass-SchmidtCradles to CrayonsMichele DeBurgh CodringtonCorry DeMarcoThe Dunne FamilyMeghan DunneFamily First Home CareZachary Fluhr Jonathan GabelGarden State Wine GrowersGirl Scout Troop 5634Goldman Sachs

Rod GreenwoodNancy GrossLisa GuillodIrish American Assoc.Brinda KanthaRichard KlingmanKristen KlacikLois HriczakLand O’Lakes FoundationPatricia LedfordJeffrey LibmanHannah LuceyTerence McMahonMerck Co. FoundationJudith MooreLinda MoranMorris County Republican CommitteeNJ Dept. of Health – Shaping NJ grantNJ Quarterhorse Assoc.Nat’l. Environmental Ed. FoundationJoseph and Laurie NosofskyNovartis Pharmaceuticals

Tracy PechmanPio FamilyJulie RamseyerChristopher and Dana Reeve FoundationREIThe Rockefeller GroupRose City RunnersRichard SeaburyDarren ShamoshDiane Shaw and Co-workersSouthern Boulevard SchoolGary SchweighardtThe Srnensky FamilyKelly StephensLisa SuchanNancy VandersliceVillage SupermarketsWhippany Athletic ClubWhole Foods MarketTurin YoungerMorris Park Alliance Board Members

Efforts in 2015 include funding for enhanced exhibits at the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center and a new picnic shelter at Central Park of Morris County. If you are interested in supporting these projects, or any program or facility of the Morris County Park Commission, please email [email protected], or call 973.631.5273.

Fairy Day Fairies once again visit The Frelinghuysen Arboretum, and to prepare for their stay, houses need to be built. Families are invited to the Sylvan Terrace to build a home for these visiting wee folk. Greet the fairies with music and fairy snacks, and learn which plants and trees attract fairies to your own backyard. All supplies – bark, branches, lichens, mosses, feathers, stones, and leaves are provided, or bring your own as long as it’s natural. Fairies shun man-made materials. All the fairy houses are on display through the end of July. To see photos of previous Fairy Houses or to obtain ideas for your own house, visit www.arboretumfriends.org. The rain date for this event is July 6. This program is part of the ‘Focus on England’ series.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $30 per fairy house.*

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Tuesday, June 30Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and explore one of many wonderful Morris County area trails. All adults are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain, Montville Twp. Cost: $2 per adult.* Call 973.635.6629.

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