Can't see the forest for the trees? Then let's take a closer look at those trees and learn how to ID them by leaves, flowers, and bark.A walk in the […]

Attention hikers! Wouldn't it be great to have a better sense of where you are and where you're going?The call of nature has increased so much recently and many new […]

Learn from a Search & Rescue expert how NOT to get lost in the woods (and how to stay safe if it does happen). Nobody wants to get lost in […]

Come for a walk in the woods and investigate how energy and nutrients interact to keep an ecosystem functioning successfully. Ecosytems are essential for earth's survival. In this afternoon workshop, […]

“I’ve never been lost, but once I was confused in the woods for three days." --Jim MerrittFor fifteen years, Jim Merritt led groups of school kids and adults on hikes […]

Bring your family and join us to put the FUN back in the FOREST! Join us for a day of fun in the forest and experience the magic of SOC […]

Ready or not... Learn how (and why) to meet the new climate change standards in your K-5 classroom and have fun doing it! Ready to teach climate change? This program […]

Spend the day exploring the NJ School of Conservation with like-minded educators! Get out into the field with other educators who are excited to use iNaturalist! Workshops will be held […]

Spend the day exploring Merrill Creek Reservoir with like-minded educators! Get out into the field with other educators who are excited to use iNaturalist! Workshops will be held around the […]

Join us for a magical night of stargazing as the 2021 Perseids Meteor Shower peaks in the skies above NJSOC.Stokes State Forest and the NJSOC are home to some of […]

Wild edibles: nutrition, gastronomy, survival and fun scienceJumpstart a foraging habit for your soups, stews, salads, pestos and fritters. Your program leader, Joanne White, will lead you on a hike […]

Ready or not... Learn how (and why) to meet the new climate change standards in your non-science classroom and have fun doing it!Ready or not… Learn how (and why) to […]