iNaturalist: A Tool for Exploration and Citizen Science. The Field Edition!

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

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 around the forests, meadows and streams at the NJ School of Conservation and Merrill Creek Reservoir. Educators will learn valuable tips for taking students outdoors […]

iNaturalist: A Tool for Exploration and Citizen Science. The Field Edition!

Merrill Creek Reservoir 34 Merrill Creek Road, Washington, NJ, United States

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 forests, meadows and streams at the NJ School of Conservation and Merrill Creek Reservoir. Educators will learn valuable tips for taking students outdoors and will […]

Good Heavens! Astronomy Night at NJSOC

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

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 New Jersey’s darkest night skies. The low level of light pollution makes it possible to see astronomical features not visible in other parts of the […]

Wild Edibles Information Walk

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

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 to discuss and take photos of whatever is available in woods and meadow-like areas. Although this is not an eating event, lots of follow-up information […]

Teaching Climate Change in Non-Science Classrooms, Grades 6-12

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

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 meet the new climate change standards in your non-science classroom and have fun doing it!Ready to teach climate change? This program is designed to support […]

A Tale of Two Habitats

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

Meet some of the small creatures that live in SOC's water habitats & learn what they tell us about the health of their aquatic environment.Many aquatic animals serve as "bio indicator" species, or species that reveal the ecological health of their environment. In studying macro invertebrates (animals without a backbone that can be seen with […]

Rustic Bread Baking and Woodworking for Wildlife – AM

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

Explore a dual, hands-on experience in bread baking and woodworking all in one workshop.This workshop begins by following a basic yeasted bread recipe that will be kneaded and coaxed into a loving loaf of bread that will be baked in an outdoor, wood fired oven. While the dough rises and bakes you’ll be building a […]

Rustic Bread Baking and Woodworking for Wildlife – PM

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

Explore a dual, hands-on experience in bread baking and woodworking all in one workshop.This workshop begins by following a basic yeasted bread recipe that will be kneaded and coaxed into a loving loaf of bread that will be baked in an outdoor, wood fired oven. While the dough rises and bakes you’ll be building a […]

Teaching Climate Change in Science Classrooms, Grades 6-12

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

Ready or not... learn how (and why) to incorporate the new climate change standards in any science classroom... and have fun doing it!Ready to teach climate change? This program is designed to support science teachers in grades 6-12 in incorporating the new climate change standards into your already-tight curricula. This workshop will help you understand […]

Planting for Pollinators

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

Learn the basics of butterfly gardening and how to grow native plants. This workshop includes a slideshow, walk and hands-on activity.Planting for Pollinators Have you always wanted to plant a garden that attracts butterflies and other pollinators? Join us for a special workshop at the NJSOC to get you started. We'll begin with a short […]

Creating Yarn with a Hand Spindle

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

Do you know where your sweater has been?Have you ever wondered how yarn was made? Do you enjoy learning new crafts? Does history intrigue you? Then this program is for you! Hand spindle spinning has been practiced since ancient times and is still relevant today. You will learn how to choose wool, prepare it for […]

Stories, A Stroll, & Stars: A Night at SOC

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

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 Night-Before-Halloween event. Throughout his 42-year teaching career, Ken used stories to enhance every academic […]