Get ready to unleash your inner artist among the vibrant fall foliage at Lake Wapalanne - no experience needed, just creativity and love!The inspiration comes from a serene view of Lake Wapalanne captured in the golden hours of an autumn afternoon. Notice how the sun sets low, casting a warm amber glow across the bare […]
Climate change has led to an increase in human exposure to heat waves, forest fires, storms, droughts and infectious disease vectors, with consequences to human health and communities. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts of and solutions for NJ residents. Afternoon field activities will provide tools for students and teachers […]
New Jersey defines “environmental justice communities” by three criteria: presence in a community of concern; the presence of disproportionate environmental and public health stressors; and the absence or lack of environmental and public health benefits. Our morning “Coffee and Climate Science” presentation will explore the impacts and solutions for some of our home state’s key […]
Our FREE book club is back with a new title!Join us as we read together Slow Birding by Joan E. Strassmann. Participants will read at their own pace, with an opportunity to discuss virtually using the Heylo app . You’ll receive weekly discussion points to ponder that will guide our group conversation. We’ll meet to […]
Let’s be thankful for our friends and the forest!We'll meander along the trails near the Flatbrook River and through the woods of the NJ School of Conservation. We will stop and be grateful for all the woodland sights and sounds. The hike will be led by Lois Lyons, a Master Teacher at NJSOC.This Thanksgiving hike […]
Welcome to Wapalanne Women's Wellness Weekend where you can relax and refresh in natureWelcome to Wapalanne Women’s Wellness Weekend where you can relax and refresh in natureWelcome to Wapalanne Women’s Wellness Weekend on the historic NJSOC campus in the middle of beautiful Stokes State Forest!Come and enjoy a weekend to refresh your mind, body, and […]
Deck the halls this holiday season with ornaments you make yourself from materials found in nature!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 […]