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SUMMARY:SOC After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Fall is the perfect time for stories around the campfire. And that’s just the beginning!\n\n\nFall is the perfect time to gather around the campfire with friends for some not-too-scary stories. Popular local  storyteller Ken Karnas will be our featured speaker at this Pre-Halloween event. Throughout his 42-year teaching career\, Ken used stories to enhance every academic area he taught. In addition to using storytelling in the classroom\, Ken has shared his tales with audiences of all ages in libraries\, museums\, parks\, and at NJSOC’s Piney Point fire circle. \nFollowing the storytelling\, you’re invited to join us for a not-at-all-scary night hike. Discover the beauty of Stokes State Forest by moonlight and learn about some of its residents who are active at night on this easy hike along an open path. \nOr\, if you prefer\, bring some marshmallows and hang out at the campfire\, or head over to the corral for some stargazing on your own. \nCome just for the campfire and stories (about 30-40 minutes)\, or stay longer and enjoy the SOC “nightlife”. It’s up to you! \nThis program is open to adults and families with children of any age. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required for each individual. In case of inclement weather\, we’ll move the storytelling indoors and hike as planned as long as the rain isn’t heavy. \nIf you have any difficulty with the registration process\, please let us know so we can help! Contact us at info@friendsofnjsoc.org. \nRefund Policy/Inclement Weather: \nYour event fee\, minus Eventbrite Fees\, is fully refundable if cancelled 7 or more days before the event. While we appreciate being notified if you are unable to attend an event\, refunds are not given for cancellations within 7 days of the event. \nIf we must cancel an event\, your registration fee\, including Eventbrite fees\, will be refunded. \n \n \n\n\n.
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/soc-after-dark-2/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:2024 Fall Fling  Archery Course (3 Sessions) for  Adults (Age 14+)
DESCRIPTION:Explore Archery! Course consists of  3 Saturday sessions that will include basic archery skills\, fun drills\, and archery games.\n\n\nYou pull back the bowstring. You stare downrange at the bullseye. Release! The arrow flies away and plunges into the target. Bullseye! \nJoin the fun! Participants will be taught by USA Archery certified instructors. We will have you flinging arrows in no time. Be advised\, archery is great fun and habit-forming! No experience or equipment necessary! \nThis workshop series is open to adults (ages 14+) and all participants must register in advance. There will be a total of three sessions consisting of 90 minutes classes on three consecutive Saturdays. \nThe sessions will be: \n\nSaturday\, October 5th @ 12 pm – 1:30 pm\nSaturday\, October 12th @ 12 pm – 1:30 pm\nSaturday\, October 19th @ 12 pm – 1:30 pm\n\nEach Saturday class will include both instruction and supervised open shooting practice time. Participants who complete the program will be able to easily transition into any archery program. Eager to participate\, but not able to make all three sessions? Email us at info@friendsofnjsoc.org and we’ll work out a solution! \nRuth and John Goralski are Level 3 Instructor/Trainers with USA Archery. They are also past PA state champions. \nIf you have any difficulty with the registration process\, please let us know so we can help! Contact us at info@friendsofnjsoc.org. \nPlease note: Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pets are not allowed on the NJ School of Conservation Campus. \nRefund Policy/Inclement Weather: \nYour event fee\, minus Eventbrite Fees\, is fully refundable if cancelled 7 or more days before the event. In the case of a multi-day event\, you must cancel 7 or more days before the first day of the event. Registration fees are not adjusted and no partial refunds are given if you cannot attend all days of the event. \nWhile we appreciate being notified if you are unable to attend an event\, refunds are not given for cancellations within 7 days of the event. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, participants will be notified if a session will not be held as scheduled. A session cancelled due to bad weather will be made up by adding time to the following session or\, if necessary\, rescheduling for a Sunday. \nIf we must cancel an event\, your registration fee\, including Eventbrite fees\, will be refunded.
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/2024-fall-fling-archery-course-3-sessions-for-adults-age-14/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:2024  Fall Fling  Archery Course (3 Sessions) for  Children ages  8 -14
DESCRIPTION:Explore Archery! Course consists of 3 Saturday sessions that will include basic archery skills\, fun drills\, and archery games.\n\n\nYou pull back the bowstring. You stare downrange at the bullseye. Release! The arrow flies away and plunges into the target. Bullseye! \nJoin the fun! Participants will be taught by USA Archery certified instructors. We will have you flinging arrows in no time. Be advised\, archery is great fun and habit-forming! No experience or equipment necessary! \nThis workshop series is open to children(ages 8-14) and all participants must register in advance. There will be a total of three sessions consisting of 60 minute classes on three consecutive Saturdays. \nThe sessions will be: \nSaturday\, October 5th – 10 AM to 11 AMSaturday\, October 12th – 10 AM to 11 AMSaturday\, October 19th – 10 AM to 11 AM \nEach Saturday class will include both instruction and supervised open shooting practice time. Participants who complete the program will be able to easily transition into any archery program. Eager to participate\, but not able to make all three sessions? Email us at info@friendsofnjsoc.org and we’ll work out a solution! \nRuth and John Goralski are Level 3 Instructor/Trainers with USA Archery. They are also past PA state champions. \nIf you have any difficulty with the registration process\, please let us know so we can help! Contact us at info@friendsofnjsoc.org. \nPlease note: Children must be accompanied by an adult. Pets are not allowed on the NJ School of Conservation Campus. \nRefund Policy/Inclement Weather: \nYour event fee\, minus Eventbrite Fees\, is fully refundable if cancelled 7 or more days before the event. In the case of a multi-day event\, you must cancel 7 or more days before the first day of the event. Registration fees are not adjusted and no partial refunds are given if you cannot attend all days of the event. \nWhile we appreciate being notified if you are unable to attend an event\, refunds are not given for cancellations within 7 days of the event. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, participants will be notified if a session will not be held as scheduled. A session cancelled due to bad weather will be made up by adding time to the following session or\, if necessary\, rescheduling on a Sunday. \nIf we must cancel an event\, your registration fee\, including Eventbrite fees\, will be refunded.
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/2024-fall-fling-archery-course-3-sessions-for-children-ages-8-14/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Native Plants 1-2-3: Plan & Plant\, Pollinators\, & Preparing for Winter
DESCRIPTION:Where are you on your Native Plant gardening journey? This three-in-one workshop offers something for everyone!\n\n\nYou want to improve your local environment and help pollinators. You’re thinking about replacing your lawn with native plants… but worried about what the neighbors will say! Master Gardener\, Barbara Rosenberg will share techniques that can disguise the real intent of the new garden where lawn used to be\, and suggest native plants that lend themselves to “keeping up appearances”. \nYou’re probably familiar with the relationship between Monarch butterflies and milkweed and are ready to expand your knowledge of the pollinators your garden is helping. From the generalists to the specialists\, SOC Environmental Educator\, Aliza Kawecki\, will introduce you to some of the plants in our “Frog Hollow” pollinator garden and their fascinating relationships with the pollinators they support. \nAnd where do those pollinators go in the winter? We often forget how crucial late fall\, winter\, and early spring care of our garden spaces is to overwintering creatures large and small. Dr Randi Eckel\, owner and founder of Toadshade Wildflower Farm and current vice president (and past president) of the Native Plant Society of New Jersey\, will discuss how (and where!) wildlife overwinters\, and how to manage our spaces to support and protect the creatures we attract to our gardens through all twelve months of the year. \nIf you wish\, pack a lunch and stay to chat informally after the workshop with your new friends and our presenters. A great way to make lasting connections with like-minded people! \nRefund Policy: \nYour event fee\, minus Eventbrite Fees\, is fully refundable if cancelled 7 or more days before the event. In the case of a multi-day event\, you must cancel 7 or more days before the first day of the event. No partial refunds are given if you cannot attend all days of the event.While we appreciate being notified if you are unable to attend an event\, refunds are not given for cancellations within 7 days of the event. \nFor events that are weather-dependent\, a raindate/reschedule date is included in the event description. We do not offer refunds if an event is rescheduled for the specified date. If we must cancel an event\, your registration fee\, including Eventbrite fees\, will be refunded.
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/native-plants-1-2-3-plan-plant-pollinators-preparing-for-winter-2/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Observing Nature: Inward and Outward
DESCRIPTION:Free yourself from your mental gerbil wheel and experience the peace and focus that come from simply being present! The peaceful forest environment of the School of Conservation is the perfect place to accomplish this! In “Observing Nature: Inward and Outward\,” you’ll learn how to still your mind\, open your heart\, open your eyes\, and open your higher senses to take in what is going on within and around you at all times. The practical skills you learn to strengthen your own powers of observation will help make it easier to navigate the world and its unexpected surprises in order to succeed at reaching your goals. \nThis program is designed for ages 12* to adult (*children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)\, and no prior experience is required– just a love of nature and learning. Instructor-led activities will include simple\, yet powerful\, mindfulness techniques\, deep relaxation instruction\, nature observation walks (some silent)\, private journaling\, and cell phone nature photography\, \nThis popular program is now in its third year and is led by Peter Del Vecchio\, using his training and life experiences as both a keen observer of the natural world and yogic mindfulness guide. Here’s what previous participants have had to say about Observing Nature: Inward and Outward: \n• “Thoroughly enjoyed the program with Peter at NJSOC. Made me appreciate how important it is to practice being present and practice mindfulness on a daily basis.” \n• “I loved the focus on ‘love and forgiveness’”. \n• “I would recommend this program to anyone who has anxiety or other mental health struggles\, as you learn a lot of coping strategies and how to be present.” \n• “At first\, I wasn’t sure about coming to this program because it didn’t sound like something that would be beneficial to me. However\, after coming here\, I can say that I have learned a lot about myself\, what I need to work on\, and how to do it.” \n  \nRefund Policy: \nYour event fee\, minus Eventbrite Fees\, is fully refundable if cancelled 7 or more days before the event. In the case of a multi-day event\, you must cancel 7 or more days before the first day of the event. No partial refunds are given if you cannot attend all days of the event. \nWhile we appreciate being notified if you are unable to attend an event\, refunds are not given for cancellations within 7 days of the event. \nFor events that are weather-dependent\, a raindate/reschedule date is included in the event description. We do not offer refunds if an event is rescheduled for the specified date. \nIf we must cancel an event\, your registration fee\, including Eventbrite fees\, will be refunded. \n  \n 
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/observing-nature-inward-and-outward-3/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:NJSOC 75th Anniversary Celebration Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate 75 years of NJSOC with us at our Anniversary Celebration!\n\n\nIt’s our 75th Anniversary Celebration Weekend and we have so much to celebrate!! In 2020\, the School of Conservation was closed\, and its future uncertain. The Friends of the NJSOC sprang into action to save the school and began offering programs again in just a few short months. Now\, in 2024\, SOC is open\, staffed\, and busy doing what we do best—providing “Environmental Education for Everyone\, Everywhere.” We want to share this important milestone with all of our friends\, old and new. \nWe’ve planned a special day highlighting all that the school has to offer—nature exploration\, education\, fun activities\, a social hour and luncheon\, and the wonderfully unique SOC experience of a campfire with good music and good friends along the shore of Lake Wapalanne. Our Saturday celebration will also be an opportunity for our dedicated leaders to share the rich 75-year history of the School of Conservation\, our most recent successes\, and our bold vision for the future to lead the way in teacher training\, student experiences\, and academic research centered on climate change\, biodiversity\, and sustainability. The weekend programs and activities are geared for adult participants. \nOur 75th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday\, June 1 is FREE from the morning flag ceremony to the evening campfire\, but pre-registration is REQUIRED. Please read on for optional add-on tickets to extend the celebration to enjoy the SOC after dark by spending Friday or Saturday night in a comfortable SOC cabin nestled within Stokes State Forest. \nAgain we welcome friends\, old and new\, to celebrate our 75th Anniversary in true SOC style. This event is geared for adults. Your FREE main event ticket for Saturday\, June 1st includes: \n8:30- 8:45 AM: Flag Ceremony at Long House led by NJ Youth Corps Phillipsburg \n9:00 AM: Check in at Kittatinny Hall \n9:30-11:30 AM: Panel Presentation: NJ Leaders in Climate Change Education \n12:00-1:00 PM: Social hour in Big Timbers – Music by Michael Patrick \n1:00-2:00 PM: Luncheon in Big Timbers: Keynote Speaker and Award Presentations \n2:00-5:00 PM: SOC Activity Sampler: Archery\, Fiber and/or candles\, Metalsmithing\, Boating\, Water ecology \n5:00 PM: Campfire with song leader Michael Patrick. Will there be s’mores? Join us and find out! \nCapacity for this event is limited. Once full\, you may add your name to the waiting list and we will notify you if space becomes available. If you are registered and will be unable to use your ticket\, please contact us so someone who is waitlisted can join us.  \nThe following food and lodging packages are available for those wishing to extend their celebration before and after Saturday: \nFriday Night Kick Off Add-On: May 31 – $50/person \n\nArrival beginning at 1:00 PM\, community BBQ dinner between 6:00 -7:00 PM at Piney Point (weather permitting)\, followed by a campfire.\nFriday night lodging*\nSaturday 7:30 – 8:15 AM Continental Breakfast\n\nSunday Morning Add-On: June 1 & 2 – $50/person \n\nSaturday\, June 1\, Dinner at 6:00 PM\nSaturday night lodging*\n8:00 – 9:00 AM: Continental Breakfast\n9:30 AM – Vesper Glen fellowship\n11:00 AM – Bag lunch pick up.\nNoon – departure\n\n* SOC guests will be housed in shared cabin-style lodging that may include a short walk to the bathroom or dormitories with shared bathrooms. There is a limited number of overnight accommodations that include private bathrooms for guests with limited mobility.
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/njsoc-75th-anniversary-celebration-weekend/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:Celebrate World Archery Day at NJSOC! (for Adults and Children ages 8+)
DESCRIPTION:Have fun learning the basics of Archery as we celebrate World Archery Day at NJSOC.You pull back the bowstring. You stare downrange at the bullseye. Release! The arrow flies away and plunges into the target. Bullseye! Join the fun! Drop by between 10 am and 1 pm for an hour-long lesson and some practice time with our USA Archery-certified instructors. Lessons will begin on the hour at 10\, 11\, 12\, and 1. Come for an hour\, or stay for the day! No experience or equipment is needed. We will have you flinging arrows in no time. Be advised\, archery is great fun and habit-forming! This program is open to adults and children(ages 8 and up). Children must be accompanied by an adult. All participants must register in advance. Ruth and John Goralski are Level 3 Instructor/Trainers with USA Archery. They are also past PA state champions. If you have any difficulty with the registration process\, please let us know so we can help! Contact us at info@friendsofnjsoc.org. Refund Policy/Inclement Weather: Your event fee\, minus Eventbrite Fees\, is fully refundable if cancelled 7 or more days before the event. While we appreciate being notified if you are unable to attend an event\, refunds are not given for cancellations within 7 days of the event. In the event of inclement weather\, participants will be notified if a session will not be held as scheduled. The raindate for this program is Sunday May 12th. If we must cancel an event\, your registration fee\, including Eventbrite fees\, will be refunded.
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/celebrate-world-archery-day-at-njsoc-for-adults-and-children-ages-8/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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SUMMARY:The 2024 Annual NJSOC Spring Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:It’s been a long winter and it’s time for some Spring Cleaning! We need lots of help to spruce things up. Can we count on you?\n\n\nJoin our work party as we make a clean sweep of NJSOC’s facilities and grounds to get everything ready for 2023 programming to begin. Some of the jobs we’ll be tackling include raking\, weedwhacking\, trail maintenance\, and gardening. We keep adding to the list! We’ll send registered participants an update and suggestions for tools it will be helpful to bring along shortly before the event. Bring a bag lunch and beverage for a well-deserved lunch break with your new\, hard-working friends! You supply the labor; we’ll supply the campfire and a chance to make new friends while performing valuable service to the SOC! \nDue to the nature of the work\, this event is best suited for adults and older teens. Nearly all our work will be outdoors; heavy rain will postpone the event to Sunday\, April 14th and you will be notified of the change via email. Don’t forget to check the email address you registered with!
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/the-2024-annual-njsoc-spring-cleanup/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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