An intuitive and exciting program to enhance participant’s lives with practical instruction on how to develop powers of observation. Now in its second year, "Observing Nature: Inward and Outward" 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 to […]
Challenged by integrating Social Emotional Learning (SEL) into your work? The NJ School of Conservation has paved the way for SEL for 75+ years. Meeting the needs of students and educators, the NJSOC has aligned our curricula with NJ Department of Education’s SEL Competencies. Leave feeling inspired and armed with easily adaptable activities and lessons. […]
AS OF 9/28 THIS EVENT IS STILL ON FOR 9/30. WE ARE WATCHING THE WEATHER. PLEASE CHECK THE EMAIL YOU USED WHEN YOU REGISTERED FOR INFORMATION ABOUT A POSSIBLE POSTPONEMENT DUE TO RAIN. Discover the lost art of Bee Lining! Bee careful as we’re certain you'll get hooked! Join bee enthusiast, Kevin Roche, in […]
10/6/23: POSTPONED TO SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8th It's our last archery class of the year!! 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 and past PA state champions. We will […]
POSTPONED DUE TO RAIN. WATCH FOR NEW DATE! Hey there, bird fans! Join us for Junior Birders, a fun event where we'll explore the fascinating world of our feathered friends. Do you love wildlife? Have you ever wondered about the birds in your backyard that you see and hear every day? Get to know your […]
10/6/23: POSTPONED TO SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8th 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 […]
10/5/23: THIS PROGRAM IS ON, DESPITE THE RAIN. PLEASE DRESS FOR THE WEATHER-- RAINCOAT & BOOTS-- AND DON'T FORGET YOUR SUPPLIES. Explore a hands-on experience in bread baking in an outdoor, wood fired oven! Warm homemade bread, fresh out of the oven, is a sumptuous culinary repast! Try this hands-on experience in rustic bread baking […]
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, […]
Fall is the perfect time for stories around the campfire. And that's just the beginning!Fall is the perfect time to gather around the campfire with friends for some not-too-scary stories. Popular 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 […]
Increase your knowledge and classroom resources to implement the New Jersey Climate Change Standards across the curriculum! We will take advantage of the bucolic setting and exemplary natural resources at the NJ School of Conservation to investigate indicators of climate change and then connect our results to local and global communities. Numerous classroom resources will […]
“Voices from the Land” is a creative process that encourages students to explore the connection between nature, art, language and culture. The Voices process is standards-based and experiential. Voices builds “community” among people of different backgrounds, ages and abilities: social and emotional learning are integral to the process. Communication, speaking and listening skills, compromise and […]
Bring the outdoors in this holiday season with ornaments you make yourself!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 supply glitter, glue, string, […]
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