Learn about the surprising uses of the plants we see everyday!Come with herbalist and casual forager Reid Giacomarra as we explore the School of Conservation campus in search of seasonal edible, medicinal & historically relevant native, nonnative & invasive plants, trees and maybe even some mushrooms.Your guide, Reid, has always been fascinated by all things […]
Join us for a field-based and hands-on workshop that brings the fascinating world of beavers into the classroom! Designed for K-6 teachers, this workshop will explore the vital role beavers play in maintaining healthy ecosystems and mitigating climate change. Through a hike to explore an active beaver meadow, interactive STEM activities, learning games, and a […]
Discover the awesome beauty of the honeybee!Join enthusiasts, Kevin Roche and his son, Luke, in this introduction to the honeybee, Apis mellifera. We will get up close and personal (literally) to gain a better understanding of the lifecycle of honeybees and their important role in pollination.We will spend time outdoors engaged in the sport of […]
Come join the fun!Join the fun! We will have you flinging arrows in no time. Be advised, archery is great fun and habit-forming! No experience or equipment necessary!This workshop series is open to youth (ages 8-13) and consists of three 60-minute classes on three consecutive Saturdays:Saturdays, October 11, 18, and 25 @ 10:00 – 11:00 […]
You pull back the bowstring… stare downrange at the target. Release! The arrow flies away and plunges into the target. Bullseye!Join 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!This workshop […]
Climate change can alter where species live, how they interact, and the timing of biological events, which could transform current ecosystems and food webs. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts on and solutions for NJ wildlife. Afternoon field activities will provide tools for students and teachers to role play these […]
Get ready to unleash your inner artist among the vibrant fall foliage at Lake Wapalanne - no experience needed, just creativity and love!The inspiration comes from a serene view of Lake Wapalanne captured in the golden hours of an autumn afternoon. Notice how the sun sets low, casting a warm amber glow across the bare […]
Climate change has led to an increase in human exposure to heat waves, forest fires, storms, droughts and infectious disease vectors, with consequences to human health and communities. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts of and solutions for NJ residents. Afternoon field activities will provide tools for students and teachers […]
New Jersey defines “environmental justice communities” by three criteria: presence in a community of concern; the presence of disproportionate environmental and public health stressors; and the absence or lack of environmental and public health benefits. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts and solutions for some of our home state’s key […]
Our FREE book club is back with a new title!Join us as we read together Slow Birding by Joan E. Strassmann. Participants will read at their own pace, with an opportunity to discuss virtually using the Heylo app . You’ll receive weekly discussion points to ponder that will guide our group conversation. We’ll meet to […]
Let’s be thankful for our friends and the forest!We'll meander along the trails near the Flatbrook River and through the woods of the NJ School of Conservation. We will stop and be grateful for all the woodland sights and sounds. The hike will be led by Lois Lyons, a Master Teacher at NJSOC.This Thanksgiving hike […]
Deck the halls this holiday season with ornaments you make yourself from materials found in nature!Usher in the Holidays with an afternoon of creating holiday tree decorations with natural materials. We'll take a short walk to collect acorns, pinecones, sticks, leaves, or whatever natural treasures you can find to create your own ornament. We will […]
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