Educators’ Open House – POSTPONED TO MAY 31 DUE TO RAIN

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

Spend a day at the NJ School of Conservation learning about the outdoor field experiences we have to offer to you and your students. We'll highlight upcoming professional development workshops, online resources and volunteer opportunities. Then, you'll get to "be a student for the day" and participate in several of our most popular field experiences, […]

Spring Wild Edibles Information Walk – POSTPONED TO SUNDAY, MAY 7

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

Wild edibles: nutrition, gastronomy, survival and fun science Jumpstart a foraging habit for your soups, stews, salads, pestos and fritters! Your program leader, Joanne White, will lead you on a walk to discuss and photograph whatever is available in woods and meadow-like areas. Although this is not an eating event, lots of follow-up information will […]

Spring Wild Edibles Information Walk

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

Wild edibles: nutrition, gastronomy, survival and fun scienceThis is the raindate for a previously sold out event. As a result of rescheduling, there are a very limited number of tickets available!Jumpstart a foraging habit for your soups, stews, salads, pestos and fritters! Your program leader, Joanne White, will lead you on a walk to discuss […]

Come Fly With Us! Intro to Fly Fishing for Adults (Ages 16+)

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

Spend a day learning Fly Fishing with local experts at the NJSOC!This introductory course covers everything you need to know to start enjoying a lifetime of this rewarding sport. You’ll receive individual attention and hands-on experience as you learn about basic equipment needs, casting techniques, river and stream assessment, and fly fishing etiquette before heading […]

Searching for Salamanders

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

What can salamanders tell us about our environment? To find out, join us for a salamander search!Salamanders are an important but often elusive part of an ecosystem. In this program, participants will have an opportunity to learn about these amazing little creatures and their role in our environment. We will also learn about how salamanders […]

2023 Spring Fling Archery Course (3 Sessions) for Children ages 8 -14

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

Explore Archery! Course consists of 3 Saturday sessions that will include basic archery skills, fun drills, and archery games. 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! Participants will be taught by USA Archery certified instructors. We will […]

2023 Spring Fling Archery Course (3 Sessions) for Adults (Age 14+)

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

Explore Archery! Course consists of 3 Saturday sessions that will include basic archery skills, fun drills, and archery games. 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! Participants will be taught by USA Archery certified instructors. We will […]

Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs – Youth Fishing Challenge 2023

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

Give your child an amazing day of fishing in beautiful Lake Wapalanne! They might even win a prize!This fun fishing event is open to all youth (17 & younger). Spend some quality time fishing with your family at Lake Wapalanne. Your child will need to bring their own fishing gear. Registered youth participants may be […]

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Forest Fun Day

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

Experience the magic that can only be found at the NJ School of Conservation during a day of fun in the forest.This event is all about community and fun!Bring your family (or not!) and your lunch and stay for a few hours, or spend the whole day! Pick and choose from some of our most […]

Summer Wild Edibles Information Walk

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

Wild edibles: nutrition, gastronomy, survival and fun science Jumpstart a foraging habit for your soups, stews, salads, pestos and fritters! Your program leader, Joanne White, will lead you on a walk to discuss and photograph whatever is available in woods and meadow-like areas. Although this is not an eating event, lots of follow-up information will […]

STEAM into Monarch Butterfly Conservation

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

This workshop will result in K-12 educators feeling refreshed, excited, inspired and ready to challenge students with an authentic problem.STEAM into Monarch Butterfly ConservationIn 2022, the migratory monarch butterfly was classified as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. We can all do something to help! This fun, informative and mostly outdoor workshop […]

Explore Archery! for Children and Adults (ages 8+)

NJ School of Conservation 1 Wapalanne Road, Sandyston, United States

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! Participants will be taught by USA Archery certified instructors. The class will include basic archery skills, fun drills, and archery games. We will have you flinging arrows in no time. Be […]