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MORRIS COUNTY PARK COMMISSION

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Fun Galore

Fun Galore!

MANY DREADFUL Tales From Yesterday and Today. Get into the Halloween spirit on Friday, October 30, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

hearing tales both old and new in a particularly atmospheric setting of the Vail House at Historic Speedwell in Morristown. In the

Parlors, a costumed interpreter regales you with horror stories from the Victorian period. These stories, some fact, some fiction,were the same tales that may have kept Stephen and Bethiah Vail up at night. Across the hall, in the Sick Room and Dining Room,

hear reports of modern day insistences of things going ‘bump’ in the night at museums all over the country. Each program is $5 per

person. Preregistration is advised.

For more information and to preregister, call 973.285.6537 or email [email protected].

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Let the ‘spirit’ move you, and join the fun at A Miller’s Halloween

at the Cooper Gristmill in Chester Township on Saturday, October31, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Wear your costume, and listen to spookystories at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Create corn husk dolls, take part in

crafts, and try your hand at old-time games. Tour the lower floors ofthe Gristmill and look for skeletons, spiders, witches, and surprises

around every corner! This is a FREE program, and donations areappreciated.

For more information, please call 908.879.5463.

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Stories in the Dark at Trail Tales

Celebrate Halloween on a spooktacular storytelling walk along thedarkened, woodland trails of the Great Swamp Outdoor EducationCenter in Chatham Township! Enjoy a memorable night of silly,

slightly spooky, nature-themed and Native American storytelling, onSaturday, October 24 beginning at 5:30 p.m. You never know who may belurking around the next bend in the path, waiting to tell their story - it could be an eagle, a pirate, or a giant luna moth! Wear a costume if you like. Small groups leave the Visitors Center every 15 minutes with a costumedguide, listening for the wild nocturnal sounds of nature, and pausing to be entertained by interactive storytellers along the way. Between stories,discover hand-carved jack-o-lantern scenes posed in the forest to light thetrails and add to the otherworldly atmosphere. There are NEW stories everyyear, so it’s always a different and exciting experience whether you’re a firsttimer or an annual Trail Tales visitor.Perfect for families, individuals, scout troops, and youth groups, this

program is recommended for ages 4 and up, as well as fun-loving adults.The entire walk lasts approximately 1 hour, and costs $6 per participant.Sign up for a time slot between 5:30 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. Rain or shine!

Participants must preregister for a time slot

by calling 973.635.6629.

Pumpkin Creations!Have a blast choosing and decorating your own unique pumpkin, using natural plant

materials. Get crafty to create a one-of-the-kind jack o’ lantern ready to take home.

It all takes place on Sunday, October 18, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Historic Halloween HappeningsCelebrate a Halloween from yesteryear on Saturday, October 31, from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Decorate Halloween cookies, play

Halloween games, and try on homemade costumes. At 3:30 p.m., take a guided walk into the woods to look for hidden pumpkins. Thenboard the horse-drawn wagon for a ride on the farm to the Visitors Center.


Halloween Fun at Fosterfields! Join in the double-the-Halloween-fun at Foster fields Living Historical Farm in Morris Township!




Come and ‘Haunt’the Vail House

at Historic Speedwell

FOR ADULTS, ONLYSpeedwell Games Day: Play historic card games, such as

Hearts and Whist, which later became known as Bridge and Poker.

Enjoy learning the history of each game on Saturday, October 17,

5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Potions and Elixirs: Beverages as Medicine: Learn

about historic drinks on Saturday, October 24, at 5 p.m. What

do magic, medicine, and marketing have in common? They

were all needed in cures of the 19th century. From potions

in literature to the use of elixirs to treat disease,

join us as we trace and explore 19th century medical

practices. Learn about the hype of patent medicines, the

over-priced remedies that were developed and widely marketed to

the public. Trace the history of the soda fountain back to the local

drugstore, the shop frequented by those in search of effective cures

for whatever was ailing them. Enjoy seasonal fun by concocting and

tasting some flavorful, not-so-magical drinks and potions you can

make at home!

Each program is $5 per person.

Preregistration is advised for each of the programs.

Register by calling 973.285.6537 or

emailing [email protected].

WillowwoodFALL OPEN HOUSE

We all want a garden that looks great 12 months a year. So,

why do we tend to plant for spring only? Tulips, daffodils,

and spring flowering trees bring joy after the winter

months, but their charms are short-lived. Start learning ways to create

an autumn garden at Willowwood Arboretum’s Fall Open House on

Sunday, October 4, from 12 noon to 4 p.m.

There are fall blooming bulbs and trees that flower in autumn

when others are already losing their leaves. However, the true secret

to a successful fall garden is understanding a plant’s life cycle and

incorporating those changes into your garden design. Bark, twig, and

ripened seed capsules can be winning design components. Coordinate

these changes, and you will have a fabulous fall garden.

Guided tours of Willowwood’s garden, resplendent with these

changes, are offered throughout the day. Observe and learn, then re-

think your fall garden aesthetic to include plant decline, dormancy,

and even death, for a layered effect, rich in hue, texture, andmovement.

Light refreshments are provided by the Willowwood Foundation.

The cost of this program is $5 per car. Please bring exact change.

Reservations are not required for this program. Should the weather be

questionable, please call.

For information and weather updates, please call

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SeedlingsPlant the seeds for the love of nature in your child! Seedlings,

a new program at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum in Morris

Township, is specifically designed for children ages 3 to 4. Every

Monday morning, preschoolers and their adult caregivers discover

the wonders of nature in a safe and supervised setting. Each week

features a different theme based on the changing seasons and what

is growing in the gardens.

Under the direction of Gwen Montgomery, Senior Program

Horticulturist, we’ll begin with story time under the Story Tree

and complete the class with a 5-senses outdoor exploration of theArboretum. Ms. Montgomery, for 17 years, has taught children

how to ‘see’ the natural world and be comfortable in nature.

“Theme-based learning is appropriate for children this age as it

engages their multiple intelligences,” she said. Themes include

changing leaves, hibernation, plant life cycles, and seeds. It’s an

opportunity for parents and caregivers to socialize, too. So, start

your week out right with Monday mornings at Seedlings.

This program runs Monday, October 5 through November 23,

10 a.m. to 11 a.m. rain or shine. The cost is $75 per child

for 7 classes and includes Family Membership inThe Friends of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. If

you are already a Family Member, the fee is $40.

For more information, please call

973.631.5004.

The Season is Ripe for

Apple Cidering!

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s apples ripen on the trees and fall colors brighten the land, come to the Great Swamp Outdoor

Education Center in Chatham Township to enjoy a day of sweet apple cidering.

Learn the amazing apple’s place in history and in the natural world, as locally grown apples are pressed

to make sweet cider right before your eyes. It’s so much fun to take part in the hands-on process by

helping to prepare and grind the apples, turning the old-fashioned press, and collecting the cider.

Discover that you been looking at apples upside down your entire life, that apple pie may not have been

so American, and many more interesting facts. This engaging experience is topped off with a delicious

sample of fresh, homemade cider!

Mark your calendar for the Apple Cidering Demos, and make it a family fall tradition. Come to the Great

Swamp Outdoor Education Center in Chatham Township for Apple Cidering Demos on October 31 and

November 1, 7, 8, 28, & 29 at 1 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. These hour-long demonstrations cost $3 per person,

and are designed to engage, involve, and educate all ages. Preregistration is not necessary. Arrive early,

as admission is based upon first-come, first-served, and the demonstrations fill up quickly.


Autumn Foliage Canoe PaddleOn Thursday, October 15, at 4:30 p.m., use your canoeing skills to

join a paddle on the Split Rock Reservoir in Rockaway Township.

Look for wildlife and enjoy the colors of the autumn landscape on this

evening trip, concluding around sunset. The cost is $20 per person, and

all participants must have previously attended a Level I Basic Skills

Class to participate.

Paddling programs are for ages 12 and older, and children under 16 must

be accompanied by an adult. Canoes, PFD’s, and paddles are all provided.

Space is limited, so advance registration is required. Please dress for the

weather and bring water. For more information or to register,

please call 973.334.3130 or visit morrisparks.net.




Celebrate Lenape Day at the Great Swamp!

Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3, from 12 noon to 4 p.m. to spend a fun-

filled afternoon learning about the history and culture of the native people of New

Jersey at the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center in Chatham Township. Many

people mistakenly believe that the Lenape no longer exist, but at this unique event, you can meet

present-day Native Americans of the Ramapough Lenape and discover the ways their lives have

changed over hundreds of years.For thousands of years, before the pioneers arrived in the area, the Lenape Indians lived in these

forests, hunting for deer and bear, living in wigwams, fashioning dugout canoes from tulip

poplar trees, and carving their tools out of rock and bone. They lived close to the land, existing

in balance with nature. And now you can take part in a Lenape Celebration!

Bring the entire family to see the Ramapough Lenape tribe present a traditional drum circle,

dancers in regalia, handicrafts vendors, authentic tools and artifacts from hundreds of years

ago, and a historical speaker and storyteller, all gathered around a model wigwam in the forest.

Everyone can enjoy activities and crafts, such as molding a clay pot by the fire, making a fire

without matches, and playing the real games that Lenape children played to hone their skills.

Take a guided walk on the wooded trails to discover how the Lenape used local plants to meettheir needs for medicine, food, housing, and tools! Explore the interior of the wigwam, set

up as it would have been hundreds of years ago.

Admission is $5 per person age 3 and up.

Rain or shine.

For more information

please call 973.635.6629.

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Step back in time and celebrate Thanksgiving and Armistice Day in

1918 at Foster fields Living Historical Farm in Morris Township on

Sunday, November 15, from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Experience first-hand

the lifestyle of Charles Foster and his daughter Caroline, former residents of

Foster fields, as well as their employees, the Woods family, and see how they

would have celebrated the holiday. As a special tribute to the veterans, gather

outside The Willows, the Foster family home, at 2 p.m. for a special tribute.

Meet reenactors representing various military branches.

Begin at the Foster’s home by following the enticing aromas to The Willows

kitchen where their cook is preparing a traditional turkey dinner with all

the trimmings on a wood-burning cook stove. At the

Farmhouse, watch as holiday dinner preparations are

also underway.

In recognition of local clubs that held annual

Thanksgiving hunts during the time period, enjoy seeinga unique sidesaddle riding demonstration and meet the

lady wearing lovely period attire on her mount. Take a

fun and picturesque horse-drawn wagon ride around the

farm.

While the harvest has been gathered, there is still much

to do on the farm. Help husk corn that is food for the

animals, and saw the wood that is needed for winter

heating and cooking. Be sure to visit the farm animals,

and watch a cow milking demonstration.

Special activities continue inside at the Visitors Center. Explore an exhibit that

highlights Caroline Foster’s 1896 debut, as well as other formal coming-of-age

occasions for young women. A ‘must-see’ is the interactive Transportation Exhibit where

Miss Foster’s 1922 Model T Ford and 1929 Hupmobile are on display, along with a

carriage and truck visitors may ‘ride.’ Stop by the auditorium to make a family-friendly

craft, and enjoy the refreshments.

Admission for Thanksgiving-Harvest Home is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors (65+), $6 for

children ages 4 to 16, and $4 for children ages 2 and 3. FREE for children under age 2,

and Friends members are half price with a current membership card. Current military

personnel and veterans are admitted FREE for this event.


Grand HarvestWINE FESTIVAL

at FosterfieldsCome to Foster fields Living Historical Farm in Morris

Township when The Garden State Wine Growers

Association hosts the Grand Harvest Wine Festival

on Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4,from 12 noon to 5 p.m. Enjoy a sampling of 300-plus

New Jersey wines, live music, delicious foods, and

artisan crafts.

For more event and fee information,visit the Garden State Wine Growers Association

at newjerseywines.com or 609.588.0085.

ThanksgivingHarvest Home and Armistice Observance




Nature Never Sleeps!

After sunset, when we generally slowdown, an entirely new crew takes over

in the forest. Join a fascinating nighttime

search for some of the most interesting of these

evening performers or animals that are waking up!

At Pyramid Mountain in Montville Township, take part in

a Full Moon Hike, on Tuesday, October 27 at 5:30 p.m.

Explore the trails in the diminishing light before the full moon comes into

view. Native Americans called this full moon of fall the ‘Hunter’s Moon.’

On Friday, December 11, at 5 p.m., follow a guide along the Pyramid

Mountain ridgeline to count shooting stars and learn what causes meteorshowers during the program, Geminid Meteor Hike.

Join Winter Solstice Hike, on Sunday, December 20 at 3 p.m. to bid

farewell to the longest night as the days slowly lengthen after winter

of ficially begins.

All three hikes are moderate level and approximately 2 ½ hours long. The

Full Moon and Winter Solstice hikes are intended for ages 16 and older,

and the Geminid Meteor Hike is appropriate for ages 7 and older. All hikes

cost $5 per person. Dress for the weather, and bring water and a flashlight.

Space is limited, so advance registration is required.

For more information or to register, please call 973.334.3130.

KIDS MINI-CAMPTinker, Thinker, Inventor, Innovator

For an easy and fun-filled answer to the question,

‘what to do with kids while teachers are at the

NJEA Conference,’ look no further than

Historic Speedwell. On Friday, November

6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., celebrate the

superheroes of science at this all day learning

festival. Kids age 7 to 11 are invited to participatein fun activities that feature Archimedes, Copernicus,

Ada Lovelace and Charles Babbage, Samuel F.B. Morse and

Alfred Vail, Emily Roebling, and Nicola Tesla and Thomas Edison.

Kids will also be studying a 21st century scientist-YOU, by utilizing

a myriad of skills to learn more about physics, astronomy, math,

communications, engineering, and electricity. Kids immerse

themselves in building, painting, and creating! Space is limited, so

register early. The cost is $45 per student.

For more information please call 973.285.6537

or email [email protected].

Campfire Winter Solstice

CelebrationJoin the 15th annual evening celebration of the Winter

Solstice, the shortest day of the year at the outdoor story

circle of the Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center in

Chatham Township, on Friday, December 18, at 7 p.m.

For hundreds of years, the winter solstice has been

observed and celebrated by people across the globe as

the turning point of the days slowly growing longer

again. Gather around a campfire and listen to Native

American stories of winter that explain the history,

science, and traditions surrounding the solstice. Roast marshmallows

over the fire after the program, and enjoy the forest at night! Bring

blankets andflashlights.

This quiet, reflective program is appropriate for ages 6 and older, and

cost $8 per person. Preregistration is required as space is limited. For more information and to preregister, please call

973.635.6629.

Bird Brainedat the Kids’ Nature Fest

Don’t sleep on this day off from school because

there is so much to explore at Kids’ Nature Fest on

Thursday, November 5! This year, kids spend the day

exploring the amazing world of birds.

During this popular annual event at the Great Swamp OutdoorEducation Center in Chatham Township, education, exploration, and

entertainment unite to create a memorable day of bird-centered fun

with hands-on activities and presentations. Kids, from grades

1 to 4 have so much fun that they won’t even realize they are learning

while participating in nature hikes, crafts, games, and meeting LIVE

feathered friends up close.

Drop-off and sign-in is at 9 a.m., and pick-up is at 4 p.m. This program

runs rain or shine, so children should dress for the weather and bring

a bag lunch. Light snacks and juice are provided in the afternoon.

This event costs $45 per child, and a maximum of 50 children can participate.

For more information or to register, please call 973.635.6629.

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A Civil War Christmas

on the Home Front and the Soldiers’ Encampment

Experience holiday life during the Civil War both on the home front and at a soldier’s winter encampment at Historic Speedwell in Morristown, from

12 noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, December 5, and Sunday, December 6, 12 noon to 4 p.m.

The 2nd NJ Brigade soldiers prepare camp for the holiday season away from home,

including food preparation outside authentically reproduced huts. Winter huts are built to

house some of the troops and provide extra warmth, while other soldiers sleep in traditional

fly tents. Burning fires keep the lonely soldiers warm, but also help cook their special

holiday meal. Just outside the carriage house, the troops write letters home to their loved

ones, and receive holiday care packages from home. A small tree found in the local woods

is decorated with popcorn and dried fruit, providing a touch of home.

On the home front at the historic Vail

house, listen to the family read actual

letters from Union troops written to their

loved ones. Experience the family’s

reaction to the diaries and letters. Visit

the Vail Home decorated to the mid-19th

century, and see how a home from the

same period as the Civil War was prepared

for the holidays with simple, yet elegant

decorations and a formal, set table for aholiday meal.

Officer’s BallYou are invited to attend a Civil War era Of ficer’s

Ball recreated in the 1849 Carriage House at Historic

Speedwell. Period fiddle music fills the air, and you can

either dance or pull up a bale of hay and tap your feet

inside the festively decorated room with fresh pine and

ribbons. Watch how Civil War of ficers in their best dress

uniforms invite women clad in all their finery to dance.

An authentic period dance instructor teaches re-enactors

and visitors how to properly dance these historic pieces.

Take part in a traditional holiday craft workshop, and

make a craft to take home. Taste hot mulled cider and

cookies as you warm up near the outdoor fire. The

Friends of Historic Speedwell Gift Shop is filled with

unique holiday decorations, gifts, and stocking stuffers!

Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors (65+), and $5

children ages 4 to 16.





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and Craft ShowBe part of the tradition at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum

353 East Hanover Avenue • Morris Township

Featuring Gingerbread cookies, Belgian waffles,

hot apple cider, homemade hot chocolate, fine

European pastries, and fabulous gift baskets.

Matilda’s Café Hours

Fridays, 12/4 & 12/11 12 noon – 9 pmSaturdays, 12/5 & 12/12 10 am – 6 pm

Sundays, 12/6 & 12/13 10 am – 6 pm

Craft Show

• Artists and crafters offer

a wide selection of

handmade gifts.

• Different crafters

each weekend.

WEEKENDS ONLY 12/5 & 6 • 12/12 & 13

Admission: $2.00 per person (Children under 2 admitted FREE).

Please note:• Strollers are not allowed in the exhibit hall.

• Reservations must be made for groups of

ten or more by calling 973.326.7601.

10 am - 4:30 pm daily • Fridays until 7:30 pm

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FREE P SSESFREE PASSESto Local istoric Sitesto Local Historic Sites

In an effort to be more accessible to local audiences, the Historic Sites of the Morris

County Park Commission are launching a partnership with the Morris County Library to

offer FREE family passes to library patrons. These passes, located behind the circulation

desk, are available for seven day loan by Morris County residents who possess a current

library card.The family passes allow up to two adults and three children FREE admission to Cooper

Gristmill in Chester, Foster fields Living Historical Farm in Morris Township, and Historic

Speedwell in Morristown. The passes may be used on any of the general admission days.

They are not available for special events at the three sites, which include, but are not limited

to: Country Fair, Industrial Crafts Day, and Winter on the Home Front. The passes also do

not waive fees for special programs such as Master Classes or Paranormal Evenings.

The passes may be borrowed from the Morris County Library, 30 East Hanover Ave.,

Whippany, for seven days. There are no renewals available and no holds may be placed on

the passes either by phone or the Library’s online catalog. No security deposit is needed to

borrow the passes.

The family passes may be used during Historic Site’s regular business hours, which can be

found at morrisparks.net. They expire at the end of our 2015 season, so be sure to visit the

library to borrow them today!



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Make Your Own

Sweet Creation Become A Part of

Gingerbread Wonderland!A

re you thinking about creating a new family tradition this holiday? Why not enter

Gingerbread Wonderland and become part of Morris County’s most popular holiday

event! More than 10,000 people will view your creation, and it will bring a special joy to

all of them.

The first step is to visit arboretumfriends.org and download the Gingerbread Wonderland

brochure, and view previous creations for inspiration. All the rules are there, plus recipes for

gingerbread and a special frosting with holding power. First timers are encouraged to register for

Gingerbread Tips and Techniques.

On Wednesday, December 2, there’s a special excitement as entries are proudly brought in. Joinother entrants and enjoy the complimentary apple cider and holiday cookies. Volunteers will help

you place your exhibit on display.

You will be awarded a Gingerbread Wonderland Participation Ribbon. A special Green Ribbon

is given to those entries that have an ‘environmental’ theme. Past Green Ribbon awardees have

created community gardens brimming over with marzipan vegetables, Gingerbread Houses with

licorice rain barrels, and flocks of New Jersey’s native birds fashioned of noodles. All entries are

automatically entered in the People’s Choice Contest in which the public votes for the entry they

like best.

Scout troops, school groups, families, and individuals all have different

reasons for entering Gingerbread Wonderland. For some, it’s a family

tradition that begins at Thanksgiving. For others, it’s an activity that

provides a good team project. But everyone who enters agrees that it’s

fun to plan and create a Gingerbread exhibit, as well as thrilling to have

thousands of people view, admire, photograph, and tweet.

Is this the year that you enter Gingerbread Wonderland? Spread the

frosting and the joy by sharing your family’s holiday

spirit!

For information and to register, please contact

arboretumfriends.org or call 973.326.7603.




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Thursday, October 1

through

Saturday, October 31

Gallery Exhibit: Nature in the

Lens by the Wednesday Photo

ClubThe Wednesday Photo Club hasspent a year preparing for this specialshow. The members have differenttechniques and demonstrate multiple perspectives in capturing nature in away that is sure to delight your eyes.Time: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.

Saturday, October 3Open Hearth Cooking with

Susan McLellan Plaisted Ages 16 & Up.Cook a full meal on the open hearthusing period equipment, ingredients,and ‘receipts.’ Beginners toadvanced chefs are welcome. Thisclass is led by Susan McLellanPlaisted of Heart to Hearth Cookery.Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: $60 per person.* Call

973.285.6537 or email [email protected].

LENAPE DAYCelebrate the Lenape peoplewith dancing, drums, vendors,and historical talks by theRamapough Lenape People.Enjoy games, crafts, touringa replica wigwam, and more.Great fun for the entire family!Time: 12 noon - 4 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per person.

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Saturday, October 3 &

Sunday, October 4

Family Photo Scavenger Hunt

Grab a camera or phone and stop bythe Haggerty Education Center forthis month’s nature Photo ScavengerHunt. Take a photo of every item andget a prize. Theme and prizes changemonthly. Enjoy a great way to get thefamily outdoors year-round.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Grand HarvestWine FestivalThe Garden State WineGrowers Associationhosts a sampling of

300+ wines. Enjoylive music, deliciousfoods, and artisancrafts. More info, visitnewjerseywines.com orcall 609.588.0085.Time: 12 noon - 5 p.m.Location: Foster fields.Cost: To be announced.

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Northeast Regional Gesneriad

Show and SaleHosted by The FrelinghuysenArboretum, Greater New York andLong Island Gesneriad Societies,this judged show and sale of the beautiful, diminutive, exotic cousinsof African Violets is a must see. AQ&A held 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Time: Sat. 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sun. 11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.

Best Dressed in the Vail HouseCostumed interpreters lead tours ofthe Vail House. Experience life in ahistoric place.Time: 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Autumn Views Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.Join a moderate level hike, and visitoverlooks to view the splendors ofthe autumn season.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $1 per person.*

Arboretum TourMeet in the lobby of the HaggertyEducation Center for a tour of thegrounds of The FrelinghuysenArboretum. Learn the historyand enjoy the beauty of thisexceptional horticultural site with aknowledgeable tour guide.Time: 2 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $3 per person.

Monday, October 5

Toddler Trek: Loud LeavesAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy a story read aloud and lookfor falling leaves of different colors,shapes, and sizes.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Nature’s Playground Ages 3 - 6 with an adult.The natural world is the best place to play, especially with a naturalist and

some friends along. Kids use theirimagination to explore the wondersof the forest through guided free play.Time: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per child.*

Monday, October

5 through Monday,

November 23

SeedlingsAges 3 & 4 with an adult.Plant the seeds for a love ofnature. Discover the wonders ofnature every Monday morning.Each week features a differenttheme based on what is growing inthe gardens. Begin with story timeunder the Story Tree and completethe class with a 5-senses outdoorexploration of the Arboretum.This program is held rain or shine.

There is no class on Monday,October 12.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $75 per child for 7classes and includes FamilyMembership in The Friends ofThe Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Ifyou are already a Family Member,the fee is $40.*

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Tuesday, October 6

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adultsare welcome.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Hacklebarney State Park,Chester Twp.Cost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629.

Toddler Trek: Loud LeavesAges 2 & 3 with an adult.

Enjoy a story read aloud and look forfalling leaves of all different colors,shapes, and sizes.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Outdoor Scientists:

The Scoop on Poop!Ages 8 - 11.All animals poop, but there’s moreto it than just scat. Look for scat onthe trails and discover the animals

roaming about and what they areeating in the forest.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Sunday, October 4

Potting Shed: So Long to

Summer Succulents!

The Scherer Garden winter hardysucculents exhibit stay, but a boatload of sempervirens are sailingoff to new homes today. Three boatloads to be exact. Share the bountyof the SS Climate Change as wedisassemble this exhibit. Learn howto propagate these tidy, textural, andeasy to grow plants. Take severalhome for $5. Cash only, please. This program is eligible for 1.0 RutgersMaster Gardener CEU’s.Time: 12 noon.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.

Cost: $5 per person.

Fall Open House

at WillowwoodArboretumIf your autumn garden go-to’s are pumpkins and mums, it’s time toexpand your fall plant vocabularywith a visit to WillowwoodArboretum. A plethora of plantswith fall interest, including bulbs, shrubs, trees, flowers, andvines greet you. Enjoy half-hour long tours of fall-friendlygarden areas given by expert

horticulturists. The historic Tubbshouse, home of Willowwood’sfirst gardeners, Henry and RobertTubbs, is open for viewing. Lightrefreshments are generously provided by the WillowwoodFoundation. Spend an afternoonin one of New Jersey’s most beautiful gardens at its mostresplendent time, and take homesome great ideas to brighten yourfall garden.Time: 12 noon - 4 p.m.Location: Willowwood

Arboretum.Cost: $5 per car, exact change please.

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Wednesday, October 7

Read and CreateAges 3 - 6, along with an adult.

Spend an afternoon in the FactoryBuilding to hear a story and create amechanical craft.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.


Industrial Heritage Tour:

Waterloo Valley Trail Led by Joe Macasek. On this tour,walk a portion on the trail in searchof canal and industrial remains. This

tour involves quite a bit of moderatewalking, as well as some off-trailexploration. Come equipped withsturdy shoes and lunch. No facilitiesare available.Time: 10 a.m.Location: TBA.Cost: $5 per person.* [email protected] or call973.292.2755.

‘Explore the Farm’

Horse-Drawn Wagon RideEnjoy an interpretive horse-drawn

wagon ride while discovering theimportance of sustainable farming.Learn the methods, equipment,crops, and enterprises of CharlesFoster’s farm in the early 1900s.Time: 10:15 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Foster fields.Cost: Admission. *

Children’s Tour of the Vail

HouseTake a look into the Vail House toexplore a different historical theme-

food, hobbies, and toys. All futurehistory buffs and young explorerswill enjoy opportunities for hands-onlearning and discovery.Time: 11:30 a.m. & 12:30 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Weekend Family Walk: EasyAll Ages.During these guided walks designedfor families, stroll the wooded trailsand discover the unique animals and plants found at Pyramid Mountain.

Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person age 3 & up.*


Sunday, October 11



New Jersey State

Chrysanthemum Society

Annual Show and SaleYou’ve never seen more beautifulor unusual Chrysanthemums thanat this fabulous flower show. Meetexpert growers, learn what goes intogrowing and showing flowers to be judged, and purchase some lovelyspecimens to take home.Time: Sat. 12 noon - 4:30 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.

Sunday, October 11

Trail Treasure HuntAll Ages.Calling all treasure hunters. Enjoya seasonal nature scavenger huntwhere families work together tofollow clues and find the answers tonature riddles along the trails.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC. Cost: $2 per person age 3 and up.*

Farm Know-How on the Go:

Carriage House

Walk to the Carriage House anddiscover how the building was onceused. Learn about the horse barn thatwas nearby, and help with harnesses.Time: 2 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.Location: Foster fields.Cost: Admission.

Monday, October 12

All About TreesAll Ages.Learn about the amazing lives oftrees and discover the reason leaves

change their colors in the fall.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per person.*

Tuesday, October 13

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and

explore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adultsare welcome.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Hedden County Park,Dover.Cost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629.

Pre-School Walk: Those Nutty

SquirrelsAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Search for squirrels and chipmunksin the forest busily getting ready for

winter. Create a fun craft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*


Read and CreateAges 3 - 6 with an adult.Spend an afternoon in the FactoryBuilding to hear a story and create amechanical craft.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.

Cost: Admission.

Outdoor Skills for Teens: Worst

Case ScenarioAges 11 - 17.What if you were caught in a violentthunderstorm in the woods? Whatif your kayak got stuck on a smallisland on the Delaware? Explore theanswers to these questions and more.Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $10 per person.*

Thursday, October 15

Batty BatsAges 5 - 10.Bats are on our minds aroundHalloween. Learn about these flyingmammals through activities and ashort walk on the trail.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per child.*

Fall Foliage

Canoe PaddleAges 12 & Up.Enjoy a leisurely paddle on SplitRock Reservoir, finishing beforesunset. Canoes, life vests, and paddles are provided. Childrenunder 16 must be accompanied byan adult. Register today - space islimited. Canoe skills course is aprerequisite for this program.Time: 4:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.Location: Split Rock Reservoir,Rockaway Twp.

Cost: $20 per person.* Call973.334.3130.

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Weekend Family WalkAll Ages.Take to the trails to discover theunique animals and plants found atthe Great Swamp. Everyone’s sureto learn some amazing new naturefacts.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $2 per person age 3 & up.*

Exceptional Fall Trees and

ShrubsMarc Zukovich, President of SterlingHorticultural Services presentssome of the best trees and shrubsfor fall and winter gardens in thisinformative and entertaining lecture.Learn to choose the best plants foryour site, incorporate them intoyour landscape and perhaps mostimportantly, care of them for years

of enjoyment. Weather permitting,we take a walk outside to see the beautiful specimens on the groundsof The Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Marc is also an adjunct professorat County College of Morris andteaches at the New York BotanicalGardens. This program is eligible for2.0 Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $20 per person.*

Speedwell Games DayEnjoy an exciting day oftournaments and triumphs at the

first ever Speedwell Games Day.All ages are invited to participatein games and play with toys thatwere used in the bygone era of theVail Family. At 5 p.m., join in theadult card tournaments.Time: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

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Adult Fall Foliage Hike:

Moderate

Ages 16 & Up.Join a moderate level hike to witnessthe beautiful canvas that nature has prepared.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $1 per person.*

Celebrate Apples!Assist with cider pressingas it was done in 1880s Milltown/Chester. Use a hand-cranked apple peeler, decorate an apple, and see adisplay of apple head dolls.

Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: Donations welcome.

Explore the New Yellow Trail Ages 6 & Up.Take a guided hike on the newlyopened yellow trail that travels intothe Wilderness Area of the GreatSwamp National Wildlife Refuge.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per person.*

Saturday, October 17 &Sunday, October 18

Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop bythe Haggerty Education Center forthis month’s nature Photo ScavengerHunt. Take a photo of every item andget a prize. Theme and prizes changemonthly. Enjoy a great way to get thefamily outdoors year-round.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.




Sunday, October 18

Boo in the Bog!Ages 8 & Up.

What kind of a plant eats flesh? Thecarnivorous kind! Cait Flavin raises‘carnies’ in her greenhouses anddesigns bog gardens for indoors andoutdoors. She helps build our ownmini bog garden and install several‘carnies’ in it. This tabletop boggarden lasts long after all the trick ortreat candies are gone.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $25 per person.*

Stocking Up for Winter

Learn how the granary pits wereused to store fruit and vegetables forthe winter season.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Foster fields.Cost: Admission.

Cooking Demonstration:

Fabulous FigsIt’s all about figs. Learn both sweetand savory recipes, and we make ourown version of fig newtons, too.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $25 per person.*

Family Activity Center:

Pumpkin Creations!Use natural materials to createa unique decorative Halloween pumpkin to take home. Parentalsupervision required.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Foster fields.Cost: Admission.

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Once Upon a StorytimeListen to your favorite tales fromthe classic writers Hans ChristianAnderson and the Brothers Grimm.Whether a story of creatures underthe sea, or of a princess in the tower,enjoy an afternoon of fairy tales andcrafts.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Tuesday, October 20


explore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adultsare welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Dismal Harmony,Mendham Twp.Cost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629.

Pre-School Walk:

Those Nutty SquirrelsAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Walk to look for squirrels andchipmunks in the forest busily

getting ready for winter. Create a funcraft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Family Science Day:

Fall FrenzyAll Ages with an adult. Why do the leaves change colorthis time of year? Learn about thechanges fall brings while rotatingthrough hands-on activity stations

designed to challenge families towork together and to make newdiscoveries. See for yourself how theforest is changing during a specialfamily hike to the Lake ValhallaOverlook.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $8 per child age 5 & up. $5 perchild age 3 & 4.*


Fall Migration Bird Walk Naturalist Bill Lynch leads the searchfor late fall migrants, soaring raptors,and skulking sparrows. This is agreat time of year to find birds thathave been blown off-course duringtheir long journey south. Bringwater, sun protection, and a camera.Please register at njconservation.orgTime: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.*

Read and CreateAges 3 - 6 with an adult.Spend an afternoon in the FactoryBuilding to hear a story and create amechanical craft.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features adifferent NJ wild animal to learnabout and draw. Parents are welcometo stay and participate.

Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Grow, Cook, Eat: Kale and

CollardsLearn growing instructions and planting tips, and take a close look atthese healthy and delicious greens.Seeds, recipes, and samples makethis a fun and inspirational eveningto give you the motivation to plant.This program is eligible for 1.5Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s.

Time: 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $20 per person.*


A Garlic PrimerIf you love the rich taste of garlic,then you’ll want to grow your own!Learn the tricks to successfully grow,harvest, and cure garlic, as well asits fascinating history and somefabulous garlic recipes. Sample tastygarlicy treats and purchase unusual

garlic cultivars that are just right forus here in North-Central New Jersey.Superintendent Lesley Parness brings the best selections fromthe Hudson Valley Garlic Festivalto Frelinghuysen. This programis eligible for 2.0 Rutgers MasterGardener CEU’s.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 noon.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $15 per person.* Gourmetgarlic cloves are sold for $1 each.Please bring a check or cash.

Meet the Irish Servant and the

Cook at The WillowsOn this hands-on guided tour,

discover what life was like for thedomestic help at the Foster home.Assist the maid with householdchores, and see what the cook has prepared using the wood-burningcook stove.Time: 1 p.m. & 2 p.m.Location: Foster fields.Cost: Admission.

Potions and Elixirs: Myths Disspelled This entertaining seasonal

program explores 19th

centurymedical practices and the use of potions and elixirs to treat disease.Time: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

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TRAIL TALESAges 4 & Up.Hear silly, slightly

spooky, and nature-themedtales told by costumedstorytellers along thedecorated nighttime trails ofthe Great Swamp. Register fora time slot.Time: Time slots between5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $6 per person.*

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Sunday, October 25

Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop bythe Haggerty Education Center forthis month’s nature photo scavengerhunt. Take a photo of every item andget a prize. Theme and prizes changemonthly. Enjoy a great way to get thefamily outdoors year-round.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sunday, October 25

Please Touch ToursExplore history in a new way as you

travel through the Vail House usinghands-on artifacts while on a guidedtour with detailed descriptions andengaging discussions. Throughthis tactile experience, observe anddiscover Historic Speedwell’s historyin a unique way.Time: 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Great Speaker Series:

Chihuly Gardens and Glass

by Richard HartlageChihuly Garden and Glass isone of Seattle, Washington’s toptourist attractions. Its beautifulglass exhibits are complimented by over 350 plant species arrangedto highlight renowned glass artistDale Chihuly’s work. Speaker andlandscape designer Richard Hartlage,designed the gardens workingclosely with Chihuly to achieve aspectacular display of color andtexture. Hear the story of thisamazing project which transformed

an asphalt parking lot into one of themost beautiful and unusual garden/art installations in the world. Lightrefreshments are served.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $55 per person.*

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Monday, October 26

Tyke Hikes: Chattering

ChipmunksAges 4 & 5.

Drop off your preschooler for anhour to learn about these adorablelittle creatures. Kids listen to a storyand take a walk outside to observechipmunks as they prepare forwinter. Please note that parents whoalso have a 2 - 3 year-old can attenda simultaneous Toddler Trek whilethe 4 - 5 year-old participates in this program.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*



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Toddler Trek: Chattering

ChipmunksAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Learn about these cool critterswith a story read aloud and a walkto observe the chipmunks as they prepare for winter.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features a

different NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and participate.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Tuesday, October 27

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adultsare welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Buttermilk Falls,Mendham Twp.Cost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629.

Full Moon Hike: ModerateAges 16 & Up.With autumn’s cool crisp air andclear skies, join a hike to watch thesun set and view the full moon.Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per person.*

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Searching for SparrowsWhile most of the colorful warblershave headed south for the winter,many new species of sparrowsare just arriving. Walk along themeadows and forest edges, learn howto distinguish similar species, and perhaps find a surprise or two! Bringwater, sun protection, and a camera.Please register at njconservation.org.

Time: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.Cost: FREE.*

Home-School Adventures:

Insect ExplorationAll Ages.Discover what makes an insectunique through hands-on activities.Walk to search for insects living inthe swamp, along with signs theyhave left behind. Meet unusual LIVEinsects up close.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OECCost: $8 per child age 3 & up.*

Read and CreateAges 3 - 6 with an adult.Spend an afternoon in the FactoryBuilding to hear a story and create a

mechanical craft.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

Thursdays, October 29

through December 17

Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Discover the wonders of naturetogether during six-weeks of walks,activities, and crafts.Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. No class

11/5 or 11/26.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $55 per child.*

Puddle JumpersAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Explore the trails of the GreatSwamp with your preschooler andlearn about the natural world throughthe season during six-weeks ofwalks, activities, and crafts.Time: 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. No class11/5 or 11/26.Location: Great Swamp OEC.

Cost: $55 per child.*


Industrial Heritage Tour:

Edison Mines

Led by Joe Macasek and BierceRiley. In the late 1890’s, ThomasEdison invested millions in ascheme to mine and concentratelow grade iron ore in the hills ofnorther New Jersey. This was amassive undertaking involving thedevelopment of new ways to mine,transport, and process thousandsof tons of ore. Although his effortfailed, the site contains the remainsof every phase of his gigantic effort.The buildings are long gone, butthe site is extensive and you have a

chance to experience every aspectof this unique undertaking. Thismoderate, full day walk involvessome off-trail exploration. Comeequipped with sturdy shoes andlunch. No facilities are available.Time: 10 a.m.Location: TBA.Cost: $5 per person.* Email [email protected] or call973.292.2755.

Historic HauntingA scary and fun afternoonawaits. Listen to terrifying ghoststories and participate in a variety ofHalloween fun and games.Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Historic SpeedwellCost: Admission.

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Historic Halloween

HappeningsPlay special Halloween games,decorate cookies, and try on old-fashion costumes. At 3:30 p.m.,take a guided walk to discover themany pumpkins hiding in the nearbywoods. Board the horse-drawnwagon for a ride back to the VisitorsCenter.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Foster fields.Cost: Admission.

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A Miller’s HalloweenEnjoy spooky storytelling

at 1 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Come incostume, and create corn husk dollsand play old-time games. Tour theGristmill, and look for surprisesaround every corner.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Cooper Gristmill.Cost: Donations welcome.

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Sunday, November 1

Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop bythe Haggerty Education Center forthis month’s nature Photo ScavengerHunt. Take a photo of every item andget a prize. Theme and prizes changemonthly. Enjoy a great way to get thefamily outdoors year-round.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Apple CideringAll Ages.

Discover the reasonsyou’ve been looking at apples upsidedown your entire life and help makefresh apple cider by hand with anold-fashioned cider press. Samplethe sweet cider.Time: 1 p.m. or 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per person age 3 & up.

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Sunday, November 1

through

Monday, November 30

Gallery Exhibit: Nature’s BeautyThe artists, all friends, work intheir own personal styles and mediausing either oils, pastels, or pencilsand focus on different aspects of botanicals and landscapes. And yet,all pieces mesh together to create a beautiful exhibit for you to enjoy.Time: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.

Tuesday, November 3 Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adultsare welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Tourne County Park,Boonton Twp.Cost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629.

Wednesday, November 4

Late Autumn Bird WalkWith winter approaching, all butthe latest fall migrants have already passed through New Jersey on theirway south. New species are arrivingfrom the north and spend the coldestmonths at Bamboo Brook. Walkthe meadow and forest trails whilesearching for finches, woodpeckers,sparrows, and birds of prey. Bringwater, sun protection, and a camera.Please register at njconservation.orgTime: 8 a.m. - 10 a.m.Location: Bamboo Brook OEC.

Cost: FREE.*

Wednesdays, November 4

through December 16

Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Discover the wonders of naturetogether through six-weeks of walks,activities, and crafts.Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. No classon 11/25.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $55 per child.*

Friday, October 30

MANY DREADFUL -

Tales from Yesterday and Today

Enter the Vail House to hear haunted tales both old and new in a particularly atmospheric setting. A costumed interpreter regalesyou with horror stories from the Victorian period while, across thehall, your ears are filled with reports of modern day insistences ofthings going ‘bump’ in the night at museums all over the country.

Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.Cost: Admission.

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Thursday, November 5

ArTboretum Mini-Camp

Grades 4 & 5.Explore the multi-cultural aspectsof the art of gardening. Throughvarious media, discover the beauty and science of nature.Activities include creating a bonsai, a bog garden, a Victorianfern planting, and a Japanesekokedama hanging plant in thisone-day mini-camp. Sessionsare both inside and outside, sodress for the weather. Bring a bagged lunch that does not requirerefrigeration.

Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $80 per child.*

Kids’ Nature Fest:

Bird Brained Grades 1 - 4.Spend a day off fromschool learning aboutour feathered friends.Games, crafts, hiking, LIVEanimals, and activities make for a

fun way to learn.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $45 per child.*

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Friday, November 6

Fall Farm FestAges 7 - 11. (Grades 1 - 4) Spend the NJEA/school holidayhelping the farmers with chores,

such as using the root cutter tochop vegetables. Use math skillsto explore a historic Morristownmap. Assist the cooks with theirkitchen duties in the historichouses. Take a wagon ride, andthen play a game to learn aboutMiss Foster’s cars, and earlytransportation.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Foster fields.Cost: $45 per child.* Call973.631.5343. For info,[email protected].

NJEA Holiday

Mini-camp:Tinker, Thinker,

Inventor, Innovator

Ages 7 - 11.Celebrate the superheroes ofscience at this all-day learningfestival. Join in the fun activities

that feature Archimedes,Copernicus, Ada Lovelace,Charles Babbage, Samuel F.B.Morse, Alfred Vail, EmilyRoebling, Nicola Tesla, andThomas Edison. Study a 21st century scientist-YOU! Useall types of skills to learn moreabout physics, astronomy, math,communications, engineering,and electricity. Space is limited,so register early.Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.

Cost: $45 per child.* To register,[email protected] or973.285.6537.

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Saturday, November 7

Gingerbread Tips

and TechniquesIf you’vealwayswanted tohave anentry inthe Gingerbread WonderlandExhibit, but don’t know whereto begin, this is the class foryou! Learn some tips andtechniques from a professional

baker. It’s a great family,scout, or school group activity,and it is definitely not tooearly to get started.Time: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.

Cost: FREE.*

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Weekend Family Walk: EasyAll Ages.During these guided walks designedfor families, stroll the wooded trails

and discover the unique animals and plants.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person age 3 & up.*

Saturday, November 7 &

Sunday, November 8

Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop bythe Haggerty Education Center forthis month’s nature Photo ScavengerHunt. Take a photo of every item and

get a prize. Theme and prizes changemonthly. Enjoy a great way to get thefamily outdoors year-round.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Apple CideringAll Ages.Discover the reasons you’ve beenlooking at apples upside down yourentire life and help make fresh applecider by hand with an old-fashioned

cider press. Sample the sweet cider.Time: 1 p.m. or 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per person age 3 & up.

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Tri-State African Violet

Council Annual Show and SaleTreat yourself to a room full ofaward-winning African Violets andask the experts for tips and adviceon their care and feeding. Beautifulspecimens are on sale throughout theshow.Time: Sat. 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Sun. 10:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.

Sunday, November 8

Goin’ Nuts Walk: EasyAges 5 & Up.Trees are dropping nuts and seeds before winter arrives. Learn toidentify them and the reasons theyare so important to wildlife.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person.*

Monday, November 9

Toddler Trek: Bear BuddiesAges 2 & 3 with an adult.

Get to know the biggest mammal in New Jersey with a story read aloudand fun activities.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Tuesday, November 10

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adultsare welcome to join.

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Schiff Nature Preserve,Mendham Twp.Cost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629.

Pre-School Walk: Gobble,

GobbleAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Join a naturalist to learn about theamazing turkeys while walking onthe trails. Create a turkey-themedcraft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Toddler Trek: Bear BuddiesAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Get to know the biggest mammal in New Jersey with a story read aloudand fun activities.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Family Science Day: Amazing

AdaptationsAll Ages with an adult. How do animals survive in theirhabitats? Learn about winteradaptations while rotating throughhands-on activity stations designed tochallenge families to work togetherto make amazing discoveries.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost:

$8 per child age 5 & up. $5 perchild age 3 & 4.*


Sunday, November 15



Sunday, November 15

THANKSGIVING

HARVEST HOME

& ARMISTICE DAY

OBSERVANCEExperience period Thanksgiving preparations, interactive farmchores, and a family craft. Inhonor of the 70th anniversary ofthe end of WWII, meet someWWII reenactors. At 2 p.m.,attend a tribute to the conclusionof WWII, as well as the CivilWar, 150 years ago. All U.S .military personnel and veteransare honored, with a specialrecognition given to WWII vets.Time: 12 noon - 4 p.m.

Location: Foster fields.Cost: $8/adult, $7/senior (65+),$6/child age 4 - 16, and $4/child age 2 & 3. FREE forchildren under age 2, and Friendsmembers half price with a currentmembership card. U.S. military personnel, past and present,admitted FREE.

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Monday, November 16

Nature’s Playground Ages 3 - 6.

The natural world is the best place to play, especially with a naturalist andsome friends along. Kids use theirimagination to explore the wondersof the forest through guided free play.Time: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per child.*

Home School Days: Birds on

the BrainGrades 1 - 4.Explore the Arboretum and learn the

plants that attract birds providingthem food and shelter through thewinter months. Using binoculars, tryto identify birds in the gardens anddiscover what kinds of foods birds prefer.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per child.*

Foxes and CoyotesAll Ages.Learn about the two wild canineswho frequent the local forests,as well as the bordering suburbs.Take a walk on the trails to lookfor signs of their presence and talkabout why this habitat works forthem.Time: 4 - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per person.*

Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor

program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and participate.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*


Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adults

are welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain,Montville Twp.Cost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629

Pre-School Walk: Gobble,

GobbleAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Join a naturalist to learn about theamazing turkeys while walking onthe trails. Create a turkey-themedcraft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Wednesday, November 18


Let’s Talk TurkeyAll Ages.Learn the facts about the WildTurkey through touchable objects,activities, and a walk on the trail.Perhaps we will see a real turkey, ora sign it left behind.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $8 per child age 3 & up.*

Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features adifferent NJ wild animal to learnabout and draw. Parents are welcometo stay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*

Outdoor Skills for Teens: Fire

Building BasicsAges 13 - 17.Discover multiple ways to start a fire,including with friction by makingand using your own primitive bowdrill. Learn to set up a fire so it lightseasily, and then cook a snack by yourfire.Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $10 per child.*

Grow, Cook, Eat: Winter

SquashLearn growing instructions and planting tips, and take a closer look

at some new and unusual varietiesof wonderful winter squash. Seeds,recipes, and a sample make this a funand inspirational evening to give youthe motivation to plant. This programis eligible for 1.5 Rutgers MasterGardener CEU’s.Time: 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $20 per person.*

Saturday, November 21

Rock Formations Hike:

ModerateAges 7 & Up.Take a geology hike and learn thereason Pyramid Mountain reallyrocks.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $1 per person.*


Sunday, November 22

Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop by

the Haggerty Education Center forthis month’s nature Photo ScavengerHunt. Take a photo of every item andget a prize. Theme and prizes changemonthly. Enjoy a great way to get thefamily outdoors year-round.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Sunday, November 22

Kindle the Lights

Thanksgiving Centerpiece

Ages 8 & Up.Using fresh flowers, greens, aspecially decorated candle, andcreativity, young designers craft aWilliamsburg-style Thanksgivingcenterpiece perfect for the holidaytable or buffet.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $30 per person.*

‘Limestone’ Quarry Hike:

ModerateAges 7 & Up.Join this hike on Turkey Mountainand learn the history of local miningas you pass directly through an oldtrough quarry.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $1 per person.*

Monday, November 23

Toddler Trek: Totally TurkeysAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy a story read aloud, interactiveactivities, and a nature walk while

learning about Wild Turkeys.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*

Tyke Hikes: Totally TurkeysAges 4 & 5.Drop off your preschooler for anhour to learn about these large local birds. Listen to a story and walkoutside to observe their habitat,looking for turkeys and signsthey leave behind. Please note that parents who also have a 2 - 3year-old can attend a simultaneousToddler Trek while the 4 - 5 year-old participates in this program.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.*



explore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adultsare welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Kay Center, Chester Twp.Cost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629.


Sunday, November 29

Family Photo Scavenger HuntGrab a camera or phone and stop bythe Haggerty Education Center for

this month’s nature Photo ScavengerHunt. Take a photo of every item andget a prize. Theme and prizes changemonthly. Enjoy a great way to get thefamily outdoors year-round.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Apple CideringAll Ages.Discover the reasons you’ve beenlooking at apples upside down yourentire life and help make fresh apple

cider by hand with an old-fashionedcider press. Sample the sweet cider.Time: 1 p.m. or 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per person age 3 & up.

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Tuesday, December 1

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adultsare welcome to join.

Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Patriots’ Path, MendhamTwp.Cost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629.

Toddler Trek: Winter

Scavenger HuntAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy a story read aloud and hunt foranimals and winter wonders togetheron the trails.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per child.*


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Tuesday, December 1

Family Science Day:

Be Bear Aware

All Ages with an adult. Get to know Black Bears, NewJersey’s largest mammals, duringthis specially designed programthat excites and amazes all familymembers. Rotate through hands-on activity stations designed tochallenge families to work togetherand make new discoveries.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. or 2:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $8 per child age 5 & up. $5 perchild age 3 & 4.*

Friday, December 4

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Sunday, December 13

GingerbreadWonderlandThis December marks the 24thAnnual Gingerbread Wonderland.Guests, young and old, marvel atthe creativity, skill and sense ofoptimism that characterizes thischarming and ecumenical exhibit

of hundreds of edible structures.Past year’s ‘gingerbreads’ haveincluded models of Notre DameCathedral, Hanukah menorahs,Japanese temples, Chinese pagodas, European castles, andneighborhood sweet shops.Groups of 8 or more must makea reservation to visit by calling973.326.7601.Time: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. daily,Fridays until 7:30 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.

Cost: $2 per person, childrenunder 2 FREE.

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Saturday, December 5

Weekend Family Walk: EasyAll Ages.

During these guided walks designedfor families, stroll the wooded trailsand discover the unique animals and plants found at Pyramid Mountain.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person age 3 & up.*

Bioillustration:

Drawing NatureAges 7 - 15.The natural world is the perfectinspiration for artists. Experimentwith different drawing methods and

materials, learn about perspectiveand shading, and create severaldrawings in nature to take home. The program includes a short walk, sodress for the weather.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $8 per child.*

Sunday, December 6

Preparing for Winter Walk:

Easy

Ages 5 & Up.Animals must ‘choose, snooze,cruise, or lose’ to survive the winterseason. Discover who does what.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person.*

Monday, December 7

Toddler Trek: Winter

Scavenger HuntAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy a story read aloud and hunt for

animals and winter wonders togetheron the trails.Time:10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.

Cost: $5 per child.*

Tyke Hikes:

Winter Scavenger HuntAges 4 & 5.Drop off your preschooler for anhour to listen to a story, and take awalk outside to look for animals andsigns of winter on one of the trails.Please note that parents who alsohave a 2 - 3 year-old can attend asimultaneous Toddler Trek whilethe 4 - 5 year-old participates in this program.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child.

Tuesday, December 8

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adultsare welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Jockey Hollow, HardingTwp.Cost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629.

Pre-School Walk: Oh, DeerAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Search for deer in the forest, butlook carefully. There could be onestanding right behind a tree as we pass. Have fun with a deer-themedcraft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per person.*

Wednesday, December 9


Nocturnal LifeAll Ages.Discover the animals that are activeat night through fun, interactivegames, and a walk on the trails tosearch for nocturnal animal hidingspots.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OECCost: $8 per child age 3 & up.*

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Saturday, December 5 & Sunday, December 6

Gingerbread Wonderland

Craft ShowHoliday shopping is easy at the GingerbreadWonderland Craft Show, now in its sixth year. You’llfind local crafters offering beautiful hand-made andaffordable gifts perfect for that special person on your list.Time: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $2 per person gains entry to both the Craft Show and GingerbreadWonderland.

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Winter on the Home Front:

A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMASLearn what life was like on thehome front during the wintermonths of the Civil War. Visitthe encampment of the 2nd NJBrigade as they prepare for aholiday away from home. Enjoya Civil War era Of ficer’s Ballwith period music, costumes, anddance. Make a craft to take home.Time: Sat. 12 noon - 5 p.m. Sun. 12 noon - 4 p.m.Location: Historic Speedwell.

Cost: $7/adult, $6/senior, $5/child age 4 - 16, FREE/ child age 3 andunder.

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Friday, December 11

Geminid Meteor Hike:

Moderate

Ages 7 & Up.Mid-December is the time to enjoya marvelous meteor shower. HikePyramid Mountain to get away fromsome of the interference of citylights, count shooting stars, and learnabout meteor showers. Dress for theweather. Bring a flashlight, water,and a blanket.Time: 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per person.*

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Weekend Family WalkAll Ages.Take to the trails to discover theunique animals and plants found atthe Great Swamp. Everyone’s sureto learn some amazing new naturefacts.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3 per person age 3 & up.*

Saturday, December 12 &

Sunday, December 13

Gingerbread

Wonderland Craft

ShowHoliday shoppingis easy at theGingerbreadWonderlandCraft Show, now in its sixthyear. You’ll find local craftersoffering beautiful hand-made andaffordable gifts perfect for thatspecial person on your list.Time: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $2 per person gains entryto both the Craft Show andGingerbread Wonderland.

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Sunday, December 13

Wild Winter Birds WalkAll Ages.

Be thefi

rst to see winter birdsarriving at the Swamp. Learn to spotand identify these feathery friendsflying in as winter approaches.Binoculars are provided, or bringyour own.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OECCost: $2 per person age 3 & up.*

Tuesday, December 15

Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adultsare welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Lewis Morris CountyPark, Sunrise Lake.Cost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629.

Pre-School Walk: Oh DeerAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Come for a walk to search for deer inthe forest, but look carefully. Therecould be one standing right behind

a tree as you pass. Create a deer-themed craft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per person.*

Friday, December 18

Winter Solstice

CelebrationAges 6 & Up.Join a woodland gatheringaround a campfire to experiencethe historical and ceremonialaspects of the solstice. Listen tostorytellers and enjoy hot cider androasted marshmallows. Registernow. Space is limited.Time: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $8 per person.*

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Winter Wonders Hike:

Moderate

Ages 7 and Up.Come out on a brisk winter’s day toexperience this magical season.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $1 per person.*

Sunday, December 20

Winter Solstice Hike: ModerateAges 16 & Up.

As the Winter Solstice approaches, join this moderate level hike. Afterwatching the sunset, be prepared toreturn in darkness, navigating byflashlight.Time: 3 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5 per person.*

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Tuesday, December 22


explore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All adultsare welcome to join.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Scherman Hoffman,BernardsvilleCost: $2 per adult.* Call973.635.6629.


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Sunday, January 3

A Special Holiday Scavenger

HuntHead over to the Arboretum for thisspecial scavenger hunt, ‘Walking ina Winter Wonderland.’ Bring yourcamera or cell phone, as well as agood set of observant eyes. Findmost of the items on the list and takehome a prize for the entire family.There’s much happening in thegardens during the winter. You justhave to look for it. Please note thatthe Arboretum is closed on January1.Time: 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.

Tuesday, December

29 through Thursday,

December 31

Wild About Winter

Mini-CampSchool break is a great time toget out in nature and explore.Learn about the crazy thingsthat wildlife do to survive thewinter cold, and explore thequiet forest looking for animalsigns. Enjoy walks, crafts,stories, games, and activities.Time: Ages 2 - 4 with an adult: 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Ages 5 - 8: 9:30 a.m. - 12 noonLocation: Great Swamp OEC.Cost Ages 2 - 4: $12 per day.* Ages 5 - 8: $16 per day.*

Saturday, January 2

New Year’s Family Walk:

EasyAll Ages.On this first weekend in January,take a guided walk designed for

families and stroll the woodedtrails to discover the uniqueanimals and plants found atPyramid Mountain.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $2 per person age 3 & up.*

Sunday, January 3

Eagle Watching TripAges 18 & Up.Join this van trip into NY and PAto view majestic, wintering BaldEagles. Dress warmly and bringa bag lunch. Space is extremelylimited.Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Meet at the GreatSwamp OEC.

Cost: $35 per person.*

Pathways is a publication of theMorris County Park Commision

Julie C. Baron • Edward McCarthy • Stuart Lasser

Morris County Park CommissionersBetty Cass–Schmidt, President

Barbara Shepard, Vice President

Dr. Philip T. Santiago • Judith Schleicher Richard Seabury, III • Kim M. Wentworth

David D. Helmer, Executive Director

Lois McClellan–Wnek, Executive Editor

The Morris County Park Commission invites people with

disabilities to our sites and programs. If you or a family member

[email protected] or 973.326.7600.

Published by the Morris County Park Commission

P.O. Box 1295, Morristown, NJ 07962–1295.

Pathways

Cooper Gristmill/

Black River County Park

908.879.5463

Fosterfields Living Historical Farmand The Willows

973.326.7645

The Frelinghuysen Arboretum

973.326.7603

Golf Information973.326.7602

Great Swamp OEC973.635.6629

Historic Speedwell973.285.6550

Industrial Heritage

973.285.6542

Kay Environmental Center

973.635.6629

Mahlon Dickerson Reservation

973.697.3140

Mennen Sports Arena

973.326.7651

Park Police

973.326.7632

Park Reservations973.326.7631

Pyramid Mountain NHA

973.334.3130

Recreation

973.326.7616

TTY Relay

7–1–1

*For program and registration information, please contact the appropriate facility:

andThe Haggerty Education Center


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Morris Park

Alliance Update

Congratulations to the Stein team for coming in first placein the Morris Park Alliance Golf Outing held at Berkshire

Valley Golf Course on June 16! The team of Joel Stein, Dave

Amlen, Jim Lombardi, and Dave Dennison each received a beautiful

Tiffany & Company crystal bowl. Funds raised this year support the

All Access Playground shade structures located at Central Park of

Morris County in Parsippany, and new exhibits at the Great Swamp

Outdoor Education Center in Chatham Township. Both are facilities

of the Morris County Park Commission.

The Park Alliance recently received two grants from generous

area businesses. Recreational Equipment Incorporated (REI) is

supporting enhancements and repairs to the overnight campground

area at Lewis Morris County Park in Morris Township with a grant

of $20,000! Bayer Foundation is providing $2,000 for the planting

of pollinator attractive plants in the Cooperative Garden at Central

Park of Morris County. Encouraging the pollinators, bees and

butter flies, to visit gardens is a very important goal as their numbers

decline throughout the region.

You can support programs and facilities of the Morris County

Park Commission, or donate for general support of the Park Alli-

ance, by contacting Denise Lanza at [email protected] or

973.326.7615. Recognizing the importance of parks to life in Morris

County is a position shared by all.

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