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SUMMARY:MLK Day of Service at the New Jersey School of Conservation (NJSOC)
DESCRIPTION:Join us in person at NJSOC for a fun MLK Day of Service giving back to the community!\n\n\nJoin Us for our MLK Day of Service!\n \nThe NJ School of Conservation is inviting you to join us on MLK Day where we’ll honor Dr. King’s legacy by making a positive impact in our community. \nTasks for the day may include outdoor projects like firewood prep\, invasive plant removal or you can work indoors on a painting project. Our archivist will be busy organizing our archives with our Volunteer Archive Team. We will also be collecting non-perishable items for the Sussex County food bank. \nCome prepared to work outdoors with sturdy shoes\, warm clothing that can get dirty and an adventurous spirit. All tools and a delicious lunch will be provided by NJSOC. \nIn the event of inclement weather\, volunteers will be notified of cancellation by 7am on January 19th. \nPlease register in EventBrite by Friday January 16\, 2026. \nSchedule for the day: \n9am: Arrival \n9:15am: Welcome ceremony commemorating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. \n9:30-11:45am: 1st volunteer work session \n12:00pm- 1:00pm: Lunch provided by The NJ SOC \n1:00-3:00pm: 2nd volunteer work session.
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/mlk-day-of-service-at-the-new-jersey-school-of-conservation-njsoc/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Ice Fishing
DESCRIPTION:New to Ice Fishing? Start Here with the NJ School of Conservation!\n\n\nCurious about ice fishing but not sure where to begin? Join us for an introductory ice fishing program designed especially for beginners. We’ll provide all the bait and equipment—you just bring your curiosity and sense of adventure. \nThe program begins with about one hour of classroom instruction\, covering essential topics such as ice safety\, ice formation\, fish behavior in cold water\, and the basic equipment and techniques used in ice fishing. Afterward\, we’ll head out onto the ice at Lake Wapalanne for about an hour and a half of hands-on practice\, where you’ll get to try what you’ve learned with guidance from experienced instructors. \nAny fish caught will be measured\, photographed\, and safely released. For safety and consistency\, only the equipment provided by the program may be used. \nInclement weather date: February 1 \nPlease note: The class will be rescheduled or canceled if ice conditions are deemed unsafe. \nCome learn the basics\, build confidence on the ice\, and enjoy a fun winter experience in a safe\, supportive setting!
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/introduction-to-ice-fishing/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260222T150000
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SUMMARY:Painting Among the Pines: Birds of NJSOC
DESCRIPTION:Small but mighty\, the chickadee is a reminder that even in the coldest months\, the NJSOC campus is full of life and personality.\n\n\nThis painting captures the quiet\, winter charm of one of the New Jersey School of Conservation’s most beloved year-round residents: the Chickadee. A meticulously detailed Black-capped Chickadee (Poecile atricapillus)\, known for its unique call and its brave\, curious personality that delights hikers on the NJSOC trails. \nSet against a soft\, ethereal background of muted earth tones and glowing light\, this piece highlights the delicate balance between the rugged wilderness of the trails that make up the NJ School Conservation and the fragile beauty of its inhabitants. \nMaterials are included in the fee; all you have to bring is excitement and some confidence. \nYou are welcome to bring snacks. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. \nThis program is open to adults and youth ages 14 and up. Participants under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited to 12 artists. \n 
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/painting-among-the-pines-birds-of-njsoc/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T093000
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SUMMARY:Spring Nature Zen Tangle Drawing Workshop and Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn about this meditative drawing method.\n\n\nZen Tangles are an easy-to-learn\, relaxing\, and fun artform in which you use structured patterns to create beautiful images. The designs are non-representational and unplanned. There is no up or down to Zen Tangle art. You don’t need to know what a tangle is going to look like to draw it. The result is always a delightful surprise! \nIn this workshop\, we’ll learn the principles of Zen Tangles and practice drawing the basic patterns. We will then go for a walk and draw inspiration from nature to make our own Tangles and designs. Back inside\, we will practice our Zen Tangles\, share our creations\, and enjoy this calming kickoff to the weekend. \nNo artistic skill is necessary! All materials will be provided and you will leave with supplies to continue to practice your art at home. Light snacks will be provided. \nThis workshop is for artists age 18 and up; 12 and up are welcome with an adult. Everyone is an artist!
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/spring-nature-zen-tangle-drawing-workshop-and-walk/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T120000
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SUMMARY:NJSOC Book Club: The Seed Keeper
DESCRIPTION:Our FREE  book club is back with a new title for Winter 2026!\n\n\nJoin us as we read together The Seed Keeper\, a novel by Diane Wilson. Participants will read at their own pace\, with the opportunity to discuss virtually via the Heylo app. You’ll receive weekly discussion points to ponder that will guide our group conversation. We’ll meet to discuss the book face-to-face on Saturday\, March 14th\, at the School of Conservation from 10:30 to noon. This meeting will also include an outdoor activity related to our reading. \nHigh School students and up are welcome to join. Participants will provide their own copy of the book. We will officially begin reading on Sunday\, February 15th. Please feel free to register and jump in any time. Participants will receive additional instructions via email (don’t forget to monitor the email address you use to register!). \n \nAbout The Seed Keeper: \n“A 2025 National Endowment for the Arts Big Reads Selection \nWinner of the Minnesota Book Award \nA haunting novel spanning several generations\, The Seed Keeper follows a Dakhóta family’s struggle to preserve their way of life\, and their sacrifices to protect what matters most. \nRosalie Iron Wing has grown up in the woods with her father\, Ray\, a former science teacher who tells her stories of plants\, of the stars\, of the origins of the Dakhóta people. Until one morning\, Ray doesn’t return from checking his traps. Told she has no family\, Rosalie is sent to live with a foster family in nearby Mankato—where the reserved\, bookish teenager meets rebellious Gaby Makespeace\, in a friendship that transcends the damaged legacies they’ve inherited. \nOn a winter’s day many years later\, Rosalie returns to her childhood home. A widow and mother\, she has spent the previous two decades on her white husband’s farm\, finding solace in her garden even as the farm is threatened first by drought and then by a predatory chemical company. Now\, grieving\, Rosalie begins to confront the past\, on a search for family\, identity\, and a community where she can finally belong. In the process\, she learns what it means to be descended from women with souls of iron—women who have protected their families\, their traditions\, and a precious cache of seeds through generations of hardship and loss\, through war and the insidious trauma of boarding schools. \nWeaving together the voices of four indelible women\, The Seed Keeper is a beautifully told story of reawakening\, of remembering our original relationship to the seeds and\, through them\, to our ancestors (Amazon).”
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/njsoc-book-club-the-seed-keeper/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T114316
CREATED:20260114T183422Z
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SUMMARY:Planting the Seeds of Environmental Learning: A Workshop for K–5 Educators
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a field based\, hands-on Project Learning Tree workshop \, helping K–5 educators bring environmental learning outdoors.\n\n\nJoin us for a Project Learning Tree (PLT) workshop at the New Jersey School of Conservation\, designed specifically for educators working with students in grades K-5. Set within a beautiful forested campus\, this hands-on professional learning experience brings environmental education to life while modeling best practices for outdoor and inquiry-based instruction. \nParticipants will explore and practice activities from the Environmental Education Activity Guide for NJ Teachers\, gaining practical tools to integrate tree-based and environmental concepts across science\, literacy\, math\, and social studies. Through guided outdoor investigations\, collaborative lesson planning\, and reflective discussions\, educators will learn how to foster curiosity\, stewardship\, and critical thinking in young learners. \nThe optional overnight format allows for deeper engagement with the natural environment\, including evening activities\, and community-building experiences. Educators will leave with increased confidence in teaching outdoors\, ready-to-use classroom activities aligned with New Jersey Student Learning and Climate Change Standards\, and a renewed connection to nature. \nThis workshop is ideal for classroom teachers\, nonformal educators\, and early childhood professionals seeking meaningful\, developmentally appropriate ways to introduce environmental education in K–5 settings. \nTentative Schedule (Rain or shine) \nFRIDAY (Optional early arrival to alleviate the stress of morning travel) \n\n4:00 – 5:00pm – Arrive and settle in to cabins\n6:00 – 7:00pm – Dinner – please bring your own\n7:00 – 7:45pm – Sunset walk around Lake Wapalanne\n8:00pm – Campfire + Storytelling\n\nSATURDAY \n\n7:00 – 8:00am – Morning walk (optional)\n8:00 – 8:45am – Breakfast for Overnighters (provided by NJSOC)\n8:30 – 9:00am – Arrival for single day participants\n9:00 – 9:15am – Icebreaker\n9:15 – 9:45am – Welcome and Introductions\n9:45 – 10:00am – Exploring PLT Resources\n10:00am-10:15am- Break\n10:15-11:30- Activity 1- Get Outside!\n11:45 – 12:45pm – Lunch (provided by NJSOC)\n1:00 – 2:15pm – Activity 2- Bursting Buds\n2:30 – 3:45pm – Activity 3- Tree Factory\n3:45 – 4:00pm –Workshop Summation & Gratitudes\n4:00pm – Departure\n\n  \nWorkshop Details: \nWorkshops are presented through a collaboration of the NJSOC and the NJ Forest Service. \nRegistration fee for overnighters includes breakfast and lunch\, overnight accommodations in cabin-style housing and all workshop materials\, including the PLT Explore Your Environment K-8 Activity Guide (valued at $45) . The fee for a single day includes lunch and all workshop materials. \nPlease contact Tanya Sulikowski\, NJSOC Director of Education\, with any questions. tsulikowski@njsoc.org \nRefund Policy: \nYour event fee\, minus Eventbrite Fees\, is fully refundable if canceled 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 
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/planting-the-seeds-of-environmental-learning-a-workshop-for-k-5-educators/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educator Events
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SUMMARY:Painting Among the Pines:  A Winter Fox on Skellenger Road
DESCRIPTION:This painting captures a quiet\, wintry moment that feels both serene and a bit magical.\n\n\nImagine standing along the quiet stretch of Skellenger Road just as the morning light begins to filter through the frost. In this workshop\, we’ll recreate this striking scene: a vibrant orange fox perched atop the roadway to the NJ School of Conservation\, serving as a bold focal point against a minimalist winter forest. \nThis painting is perfect for both beginners and seasoned artists. Its folk-art charm and simplified shapes allow you to focus on color theory and composition without getting lost in overly complex details. It’s about capturing a feeling—the stillness of the woods and the wild spark of a fox on the move. \nMaterials are included in the fee; all you have to bring is excitement and some confidence. \nYou are welcome to bring snacks. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited. \nThis program is open to adults and youth ages 14 and up. Participants under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited to 12 artists. \n 
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/painting-among-the-pines-a-winter-fox-on-skellenger-road/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T150000
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SUMMARY:Winter Tree Identification
DESCRIPTION:Do familiar trees suddenly become strangers once they lose their leaves?\n\n\nIn winter\, the forest looks completely different—but the clues are still there. You just have to know how to look. \nIn this hands-on workshop\, we’ll practice identifying trees the old-fashioned way—using our senses (not our phones!)\, along with traditional tree keys and field guides. You’ll learn how to notice the details that set each species apart: bark texture\, branching patterns\, buds\, scent\, habitat\, and more. \nWe’ll begin with some indoor instruction and guided practice before heading outdoors where we’ll work together to “key out” some common local trees in their winter form. By the end\, you’ll have practical tools—and the confidence—to identify trees even when they’re bare. \nWho will enjoy this workshop? If you love solving puzzles\, enjoy a bit of detective work (with a dash of educated guesswork)\, or simply want to truly learn how to tell one tree from another without looking it up every time—this workshop is for you! Open to adults and youth ages 14 and up. Participants under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/winter-tree-identification/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260404T123000
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SUMMARY:Spring Sketching and Watercolor
DESCRIPTION:Grab your sketchbook & find your muse among the trees as we turn simple vignettes into colorful masterpieces with just three primary paints.\n\n\nWalk on the beautiful School of Conservation campus and sketch vignettes of nature and scenery.  Once our pencil-and-ink sketches are complete\, we will use a triad of watercolors to create a range of colors to add to our sketchbooks and complete our themed artistic observations. \nNo artistic skill is necessary! All materials will be provided\, and you will leave with supplies to continue to practice your art at home. Light snacks will be provided. \nThis workshop is for artists aged 18 and up; 12 and up are welcome with an adult. Everyone is an artist!
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/spring-sketching-and-watercolor/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T173000
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SUMMARY:The Art of Being Human: Observing Our Nature Within
DESCRIPTION:Previously titled “Observing Nature: Inward & Outward”. Join us as we celebrate five years of our partnership with Peter DelVecchio.\n\n\n(Previously titled “Observing Nature: Inward & Outward”) \nThis program offers a deep\, personal experience in learning to still the mind\, open the heart\, open the eyes\, and use our higher senses to observe within ourselves and around us at all times. \nThis popular program is now in its fifth year\, designed and led by Peter Del Vecchio\, sharing his decades of training and life experiences as both a keen observer of the natural world and yogic mindfulness guide. \nInstructor-led activities include simple and powerful mindfulness and deep relaxation techniques\, nature walks (some silent)\, journaling\, discussions\, and cell phone nature photography – a favorite! \nThe serene forest environment of the School of Conservation is the perfect place to accomplish this! Once we come in touch with our true self within\, it is so much easier to navigate the world to attain our goals. \nThroughout our lives from early childhood\, we are guided toward intellectual learning: facts\, dates\, calculations\, etc. The Art of Being Human: Observing Our Nature Within offers a practical\, deeper type of learning to help free us from that “mental gerbil wheel”. We learn to focus inwardly in order to better focus outwardly. The benefit is a much cleaner\, happier\, giving\, and more fulfilling life. \nThis program is designed for ages 12* to adult (*children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult). No prior experience is required – just a love of nature and learning. Here’s what previous participants have had to say:\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.” \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.
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/observing-nature-inward-and-outward-6/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T123000
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CREATED:20260209T155249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T175259Z
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SUMMARY:Spring Wildlife and Geology Hike
DESCRIPTION:Hike\, identify\, and explore: A 4-mile journey at the NJSOC\n\n\nSpring SOC Hike\nJoin us as we hike through the campus of the School of Conservation and into Stokes State Forest.  We will journey to the Spring Cabin past vernal pools and up to the Geology Loop\, searching for wildflowers and rocks while identifying our botanical and geological findings. \nThis will be a 4-mile hike for adults and children over13 accompanied by an adult. A smartphone will be helpful for identification. Trails may be rocky or snow-covered. Be sure to dress appropriately. Hiking poles are recommended. Additional information will be provided upon registration. Please remember to check the email you use to register. \nYour registration fee is a donation to the School of Conservation and will help to support our 2026 programs. Pay what you wish\, knowing that you are making a difference. \n 
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/spring-wildlife-and-geology-hike/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T160000
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CREATED:20260114T171559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T173458Z
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SUMMARY:Learning in the Living Lab: An Educator Workshop for Grades 6-8
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a field based\, hands-on Project Learning Tree workshop \, helping grade 6-8 educators bring environmental learning outdoors.\n\n\nJoin us for an immersive Project Learning Tree (PLT) workshop at the New Jersey School of Conservation\, designed for educators working with students in grades 6–8. This experiential professional learning opportunity uses the natural setting as a living laboratory to strengthen environmental literacy and engage middle school learners through hands-on\, inquiry-based instruction. \nParticipants will explore and implement activities from the Environmental Education Activity Guide for NJ Teachers\, with a focus on ecological systems\, human–environment interactions\, and critical thinking. Educators will practice field investigations\, data collection\, and collaborative problem-solving while learning strategies to connect environmental concepts to science\, social studies\, math\, and language arts curricula aligned with New Jersey Student Learning and Climtae Change Standards. \nThe optional overnight format supports deeper exploration of environmental topics through evening programs\, reflective discussions\, and team-based learning experiences. Educators will leave with practical classroom-ready activities\, increased confidence teaching outdoors\, and tools to help students analyze environmental issues\, develop solutions\, and become informed environmental stewards. \nTentative Schedule (Rain or shine) \nFRIDAY (Optional early arrival to alleviate the stress of morning travel) \n\n4:00 – 5:00pm – Arrive and settle in to cabins\n6:00 – 7:00pm – Dinner – please bring your own\n7:00 – 7:45pm – Paddle on Lake Wapalanne\n8:00pm – Campfire + Storytelling\n\nSATURDAY \n\n7:00 – 8:00am – Morning walk (optional)\n8:00 – 8:45am – Breakfast for Overnighters (provided by NJSOC)\n8:30 – 9:00am – Arrival for single day participants\n9:00 – 9:15am – Icebreaker\n9:15 – 9:45am – Welcome and Introductions\n9:45 – 10:00am – Exploring PLT Resources\n10:00am-10:15am- Break\n10:15-11:30- Activity 1- Field\, Forest & Stream\n11:45 – 12:45pm – Lunch (provided by NJSOC)\n1:00 – 2:15pm – Activity 2- Nature’s Skyscrapers\n2:30 – 3:45pm – Activity 3- Invasive Species\n3:45 – 4:00pm –Workshop Summation & Gratitudes\n4:00pm – Departure\n\n  \nWorkshop Details: \nWorkshops are presented through a collaboration of the NJSOC and the NJ Forest Service. \nRegistration fee for overnighters includes breakfast and lunch\, overnight accommodations in cabin-style housing and all workshop materials\, including the PLT Explore Your Environment K-8 Activity Guide (valued at $45) . The fee for a single day includes lunch and all workshop materials. \nPlease contact Tanya Sulikowski\, NJSOC Director of Education\, with any questions. tsulikowski@njsoc.org \nRefund Policy: \nYour event fee\, minus Eventbrite Fees\, is fully refundable if canceled 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 
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/learning-in-the-living-lab-an-educator-workshop-for-grades-6-8/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educator Events
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SUMMARY:Climate Change Education: Empowering New Jersey’s Nonformal Educators
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a field based workshop that will empower NJ’s nonformal educators with tools\, activities\, and confidence to teach climate change\n\n\nIn 2020\, NJ became the first state in the US to incorporate climate change education into all K-12 content areas. \nThis professional learning workshop is designed to support New Jersey’s nonformal educators in confidently and effectively teaching climate change through engaging\, learner-centered experiences. The program focuses on building both content knowledge and instructional capacity\, ensuring educators feel prepared to facilitate meaningful climate learning in a variety of nonformal settings. \nParticipants will deepen their understanding of climate change science while exploring Jersey-centric\, hands-on\, and outdoor lessons that connect local climate impacts to global systems. Through guided activities and model lessons\, educators will experience strategies they can immediately adapt for use with their own audiences. \nThe workshop also supports educators in aligning existing programs with New Jersey Climate Change Standards\, helping them strengthen connections between informal learning experiences and formal education goals. Dedicated time for collaboration and discussion will allow participants to share ideas\, refine lessons\, and learn from peers across the state. \nBy the end of the workshop\, educators will leave with increased confidence\, practical teaching tools\, and a supportive professional network—empowered to engage learners in relevant\, action-oriented climate change education. \n  \nTentative Schedule (Rain or shine) \nWEDNESDAY \n\n4:00 – 5:00pm – Arrive and settle in to cabins\n6:00 – 7:00pm – Dinner – please bring your own\n7:00 – 7:45pm – Paddle on Lake Wapalanne\n8:00pm – Campfire + Storytelling\n\nTHURSDAY \n\n7:00 – 8:00am – Morning walk (optional)\n8:00 – 8:45am – Breakfast (provided by NJSOC)\n9:00 – 9:30am – Welcome and Introductions\n9:30 – 10:30am – The Basic Science of Climate Change\n10:30am-10:45am- Break\n10:45-11:30- The New Jersey Climate-Change Education Standards for Nonformal Educators\n11:45 – 12:45pm – Lunch (provided by NJSOC)\n1:00 – 2:15pm – Ephemeral Art & Poetry of Climate Change\n2:30 – 3:45pm – NJ Wildlife: Using iNaturalist to Explore Climate Change Issues\n3:45 – 4:00pm –Workshop Summation & Gratitudes\n4:00pm – Departure\n\n  \nWorkshop Details: \nThis workshop is presented through a collaboration of the NJSOC and the Alliance for New Jersey Environmental Education with generous support from National Geographic and a private donor. \nThis workshop is open to New Jersey nonformal educators (employed by zoos\, nature centers\, museums\, community organizations\, correctional facilities\, etc.). Registration fee includes breakfast and lunch\, overnight accommodations in cabin-style housing and all workshop materials. \nEducators will receive $150 stipends upon completion of the workshop. \nPlease contact Tanya Sulikowski\, NJSOC Director of Education\, with any questions. tsulikowski@njsoc.org \nRefund Policy: \nYour event fee\, minus Eventbrite Fees\, is fully refundable if canceled 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 
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/climate-change-education-empowering-new-jerseys-nonformal-educators/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educator Events
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SUMMARY:Wapalanne Women's Wellness Weekend -- Summer Edition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Wapalanne Women’s Wellness Weekend where you can relax and refresh in nature\n\n\nWelcome to Wapalanne Women’s Wellness Weekend on the historic NJSOC campus in the middle of beautiful Stokes State Forest! \nCome and enjoy a weekend to refresh your mind\, body\, and spirit with nature journaling\, hiking\, archery\, yoga\, boating\, campfires\, and much more. As we ease into summer take time to relax and center yourself in a beautiful natural setting. Come on your own or bring some friends and stay in our rustic cabins with views of Lake Wapalanne. \nThe cost of this weekend includes two nights of lodging\, six meals and six programs. It also helps us continue our work to foster environmental knowledge and action through education programs that promote sustainability practices\, climate change mitigation\, and environmental justice. \nPrograms: \nNature Journaling – Learn how to use nature in your journaling from a Master Educator. Then go for a walk and draw inspiration from nature. All supplies provided. \nWild Plant Hike – Take a hike with a Master Educator and learn about native plants and their uses. Sturdy shoes recommended. \nOutdoor Yoga – Join us for an outdoor session to learn why we practice yoga and how important it is to our wellness. Bring a mat or towel as we do some movement and end with a meditation. All levels of experience are welcome. \nBoating – Enjoy a peaceful afternoon gliding across Lake Wapalanne and learn some basics of canoeing. No experience needed\, life vests are provided. \nArchery – Learn all about Archery from a certified instructor. Enjoy learning a new skill in a beautiful setting. No experience needed all equipment is provided. \nCampfire – Join us around the campfire for songs and s’mores. \n  \nLodging: \nWhen you register you will be able to choose a cabin with or without an en suite toilet and shower. You will also choose top or bottom bunk in the cabins with an en suite toilet and shower. All accommadations have heat/AC and WiFi. The cabins with en suite toilet and shower also have a mini fridge or full kitchen. You will need to provide your own bedding\, pillow\, and towel. A detailed packing list will be sent after you register. Remember to let us know if you are coming with friends! \n  \nIndividuals who identify as women are welcome at this event. \n  \nRefund Policy: \nYour event fee\, minus Eventbrite Fees\, is fully refundable if cancelled 14 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 14 days of the event. If we must cancel\, your registration fee\, including Eventbrite fees\, will be refunded.
URL:https://njsoc.org/event/wapalanne-womens-wellness-weekend-summer-edition/
LOCATION:NJ School of Conservation\, 1 Wapalanne Road\, Sandyston\, 07826\, United States
CATEGORIES:Public Events
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