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Plant for Pollinators Webinar #2: Creating Native Bee Habitat Islands

Zoom Webinar NJ, United States

If you can’t tell a fuzzy bumblebee from a miner bee and aren’t really sure what “buzz pollination” is, Rutgers ecologist Dr. Kim Russell will help you get to know the native bees in your yard–and what kinds of habitats they need. Learn how to create “pollinator ports” or islands of habitat that provide more than just flowers. Dr. Russell will share  current research backed recommendations. You’ll come away with a new appreciation for the diversity of these critically important and fascinating insects and concrete steps to take in your yards to bolster habitat for native pollinators.   Webinar is free; suggested donation is $10. Registration closes at 5 PM the day of each webinar. Important -- Zoom Link: A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants at 5:00pm the day before the webinar and again by 5:30pm day-of. Please add [email protected] to your email contacts to avoid it being sent to your spam folder. If you don’t see it in your inbox or spam folder by 6pm the day of the webinar, please email [email protected]. The webinar is recorded, and all registrants will receive the replay link within 2 business days of the end of the webinar.  Mark your calendar: […]

Get Tickets Free – $40.00

SOLD OUT: Winter Tree ID Hike

Primrose Farm (Enter from Barrett Field) Barrett Field, 1413-000460000-000020001-00000, Morristown, NJ

This event is sold out. Please email [email protected] to be added to the wait list. Tree species can be tricky to identify, especially in the winter. Join GSWA's own naturalist Ginger Van Ryzin as she shows the tips and tricks to winter tree identification and enjoy a leisurely stroll through the restored wildflower meadow of Harding Land Trust's Primrose Farm. Warm clothing and waterproof footwear, especially hiking boots, are strongly recommended. Directions: Primrose Farm (see below for google map - click the + to zoom in and see details) Please email Izzy ([email protected]) with questions or cancellations. Ticket sales end on 2/6/2026 at 3:00 PM. CANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.

Get Tickets $5.00 – $40.00

SOLD OUT: Worm Moon Hike at the Refuge

Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge - Wildlife Observation Center https://goo.gl/maps/tLD3KapcRC21245c8, Harding Twp., NJ, United States

This event is sold out. Please email [email protected] to be added to the wait list. Join GSWA in nature for a hike under the last full moon of the winter! The worm moon signals the end of winter; as the ground begins to slowly thaw, the worms and larvae begin to emerge. Come out and explore the forest with GSWA's Ginger Van Ryzin as spring begins to approach. Be sure to wear appropriate footwear, dress for the weather, and bring a reusable water bottle and snacks if you so choose. Registration is required. IMPORTANT -- WAIVER: Per our special use permit, the refuge is asking for the hike participants to fill out a liability form before attending. Please complete and email this form to [email protected] when you register for this hike.  Please email Izzy ([email protected]) with questions or cancellations. Ticket sales end on 3/2/2026 at 3:00 PM. CANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on […]

Sold Out Free – $40.00

National Plant a Flower Day Plant & Sip

Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ 568 Tempe Wick Rd, Morristown, NJ, United States

Think Spring!  March 12 is National Plant a Flower Day. So come get your hands dirty with GSWA at a  "plant & sip" party that is all about the beauty of our local native flowers. We’re turning our HQ into a floral workshop for the evening. You'll fashion and decorate your own flower pots, learn about soil, plant seeds, and more. Throughout the evening, enjoy a variety of floral-themed cocktails, mocktails, and botanical bites. It wouldn’t be a GSWA party without a pub quiz, so bring your best native plant knowledge and compete for prizes! This event is free for all non-members! GSWA members, your admission is also free when you bring a non-member guest. Otherwise, individual member attendance is $25. Spots are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot today! Please email Izzy [email protected] with questions or cancellations. CANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist, participants needing to cancel should […]

Get Tickets Free – $25.00

Volunteer: CMA Community Spring Cleanup

Great Swamp Watershed Association's CMA 1 Tiger Lily Ln, Morristown, NJ, United States

Ready to get a little dirty and sweaty in the swamp? Need community service hours? College students—are you looking for something meaningful to add to your resume? Kick of the season at the GSWA Conservation Management Area (CMA) in Harding Township to help us steward the land. We could really use your help getting our CMA tidied up by helping us with a spring cleaning and preparing the CMA for the season.  Be sure to wear long pants, long sleeves, and hiking boots or sturdy old shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a hat and a reusable water bottle. We will provide bug spray, sunscreen, gloves, snacks, and all the tools you need. What better way to spend a Saturday morning? We’ll see you there! Registration is required!

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SOLD OUT: Vernal Pool Exploration Hike

Great Swamp Watershed Association's CMA 1 Tiger Lily Ln, Morristown, NJ, United States

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. TO BE ADDED TO THE WAITLIST, PLEASE EMAIL [email protected]   With temperatures rising, the forest floor will be hopping with new life as frogs and other amphibians crowd into shallow puddles of water to breed and lay their eggs. These puddles, called vernal pools, provide a perfect opportunity to learn more about Mother Nature here in New Jersey. But we have to hurry - they disappear quickly! This annual Vernal Pool Exploration provides a fun, outdoor learning experience for kids and adults alike. Discover the differences between a spring peeper, a chorus frog, and a wood frog. Find out how far an endangered spotted salamander will walk to find a mating pool. And, learn how much everything we have come to appreciate about the springtime depends upon a few unassuming puddles of water on the forest floor. Warm clothing and waterproof footwear, especially hiking boots, are strongly recommended. Please email Izzy [email protected] with questions or cancellations. CANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants […]

Sold Out $10.00 – $40.00

Plant for Pollinators Webinar #3: Get Ready to Shop with GSWA’s Hazel England

Zoom Webinar NJ, United States

The plant sale opens at noon, April 1. What should you plant where–and what pollinators  will your plant attract? Join GSWA’s Director of Education and Stewardship  for an in-depth look at the 43 native perennials on this year’s  list, including bulk and specialty groundcovers. Hazel will talk through five carefully curated kits suitable for  all types of yard conditions. She’ll  focus on site preparation and help you shop with the “right plant right place mindset.” Webinar is free; suggested donation is $10. Registration closes at 5 PM the day of each webinar. Important -- Zoom Link: A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants at 5:00pm the day before the webinar and again by 5:30pm day-of. Please add [email protected] to your email contacts to avoid it being sent to your spam folder. If you don’t see it in your inbox or spam folder by 6pm the day of the webinar, please email [email protected]. The webinar is recorded, and all registrants will receive the replay link within 2 business days of the end of the webinar.  Mark your calendar: The 2026 Plant for Pollinators sale runs online April 1-21 with pickup at a wide variety of regional locations on May 2-3.

Get Tickets Free – $40.00

Spring Ephemeral Hike

Great Swamp Watershed Association's CMA 1 Tiger Lily Ln, Morristown, NJ, United States

Celebrate spring at our Conservation Management Area with our spring ephemerals: woodland wildflowers that bloom before the forest canopy fills in. Come walk with naturalist Ginger Van Ryzin to see trout lilies, mayapples, anemone and more! Please email Izzy [email protected] with questions or cancellations. CANCELLATION POLICY: Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) makes every effort to assure all programs and events go off as planned. Should an event be cancelled due to severe weather or other unexpected reasons, GSWA will promptly notify all registrants via email and the event page will reflect the status. To accommodate people on the waitlist, participants needing to cancel should do so ASAP. Cancellations made less than 48 hours in advance will not be refunded unless it is due to a health emergency. Unused registration fees may be converted into a tax-deductible donation.

Get Tickets $10.00 – $15.00

Stream Assessment Training – FREE

Summit Free Public Library 75 Maple Street, Summit, NJ

Unless there's obvious pollution in the river or stream, to the untrained eye, the water may look healthy. But is it? This free training session, led by Sandra LaVigne, GSWA Director of Water Quality Programs, will provide you with all the necessary skills to make your own determinations. An indoor classroom session teaches you how to conduct visual and biological stream assessments, identify macroinvertebrates, and recognize environmental factors that could impact stream health. An outdoor session lets you practice your new-found skills at a local stream site. By afternoon, you will be fully trained in visual and biological stream assessment. And if you are ready to take that next step, consider becoming a stream monitoring volunteer! Tools and supplies will be provided. It gets a little messy so wear your boots and bring clean shoes to change into afterward. Preferred volunteers are 15 or older. This free training session is held in conjunction with the AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassador Program.

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The Chathams & Madison Town-Wide Yard Sale Spring 2026

Yard Sale Registration Info: Registration Fee: $10 tax-deductible donation to benefit Great Swamp Watershed Association. **You must be a resident of Chatham Township, Chatham Borough, or Madison to list your sale. One person’s trash is another person’s treasure. Now is the time to start checking your closets, basement, and garage for those hidden treasures and prepare to host a yard sale at this community event. Scroll to the bottom of this page to register and have your address and a list of your items for sale to appear on a digital, printable map. The map will be linked to this page and publicized in local media and on town sites to potential shoppers far and wide. Frequently Asked Questions:  Who do I contact with questions?  Please direct all questions to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at [email protected] Why pay to be on the map? Over the last three years, we have found that our town-wide sales attract shoppers from across NJ, NY, and PA. We promote the sale (and the map) in local media and on popular garage sale sites. Do I need to pay a permit fee? No. The permit fee for this event has been waived for residents of Madison […]

Get Tickets $10.00