PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED BY 3:30 PM OF THE DAY PRIOR TO THE PROGRAM DATE. Please call (973) 786-6445.
Programs are free of charge and meet at the visitor center located 1 mile north of Route 206, off Goodale Road in Andover Township, unless otherwise noted. Adults must accompany children at all times. Pets are not permitted during programs. In case of inclement weather, all participants are urged to contact the visitor center to determine whether programs have been rescheduled. All programs are subject to change.
July | August
July
CAT-TALES STORY HOUR
Thursday, July 10 & 24
10:00 – 11:00 AM
For children ages 4 & 5. Share a morning with your child and introduce them to nature’s wonders by joining the park naturalist for a story and an activity!
WILDFLOWER WALK
Saturday, July 12
9:00 – 10:30 AM
For adults. Join the park naturalist on this informative and colorful walk observing the variety of summer wildflowers in bloom around the visitor center.
“THE GREAT HORNED OWL & THE CROW”
Saturday, July 19
11:00 – NOON
All ages. Live bird show featuring Kiki, the Great Horned Owl, and Maxwell, the American Crow. You’ll be intrigued by their natural beauty and sometimes comic behavior. Learn the amazing life stories of these two misunderstood birds while enjoying close-up views.
MORNING KAYAKING
Wednesday, July 23
7:00 – 8:30 AM
For teens & adults. Bring your own kayak, PFD, & paddle for this scenic exploration of the deepest natural lake in NJ. Learn about lake ecology and the glacial history of the region. Previous kayaking experience required. Meet at the Lake Aeroflex boat launch off Limecrest Rd.
BUTTERFLY BASICS
Saturday, July 26
11:00 – NOON
Ages 6-12. An indoor craft and outdoor scavenger hunt in the butterfly garden will introduce children to caterpillars, butterflies, and the plants upon which they depend.
BACKYARD BUGS
Wednesday, July 30
10:00 – 11:00 AM
For children ages 6 – 12. We will learn about our creepy crawly friends during an indoor presentation, then we’ll head outside on a live insect hunt!
August
DRAGONS & DAMSELS
Saturday, August 2
11:00 AM – NOON
For adults and children ages 6-12. Did you know that Sussex County is home to more species of dragonflies and damselflies than any county in the United States? Learn about these fascinating insects and how to identify a variety of species during an indoor presentation. Afterwards, we’ll head outside to search for these aerial acrobats!
CAT-TALES STORY HOUR
Thursdays, August 7 & 21
10:00 – 11:00 AM
For children ages 4 & 5. Share a morning with your child and introduce them to nature’s wonders by joining the park naturalist for a story and an activity!
KINGDOM OF THE COLDBLOODS
Saturday, August 9
11:00 AM – NOON
Family program – all ages. Learn about the amazing adaptations of reptiles and amphibians while meeting LIVE frogs, toads, snakes, lizards, crocodilians, and turtles. The opportunity to touch some of these animals may also be possible.
WOLF VISIONS
Saturday, August 16
7:00 – 8:00 PM
Family program – all ages. Meet “Whisper,” a LIVE wolf, and discover the truth about these remarkable animals. This program will dispel the myths and legends about the "Big Bad Wolf" and teach the importance of their role in keeping a balanced ecosystem.
MORNING KAYAKING
Saturday, August 23
7:00 – 8:30 AM
Meet at the Lake Aeroflex boat launch off Limecrest Rd. For teens & adults with previous kayaking experience. Bring your own kayak, PFD, & paddle for this scenic exploration of the deepest natural lake in NJ. Enjoy a leisurely tour as the sun rises while learning about lake ecology and glacial history.
LATE BLOOMERS
Sunday, August 24
9:00 – 10:30 AM
For adults. Join the park naturalist on this informative and colorful walk observing the variety of late summer wildflowers in bloom around the visitor center. We will focus on their identification, as well as discuss their traditional culinary and medicinal uses.
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