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Breakfast Briefing: A Watery History of Jockey Hollow – How It Shaped the Land and Lives

April 16 at 8:00 am - 9:30 am

Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ

What does Jockey Hollow have in common with your morning coffee? Water, of course!

Join us for the April Breakfast Briefing as Eric Olsen explores how water has shaped Jockey Hollow’s history—from the resourceful Lenape people and Revolutionary War soldiers to early industries and modern conservation efforts. Water is the lifeblood of any landscape, and Jockey Hollow’s streams and rivers have influenced human activity for generations. Without it, history might have looked a lot drier—literally.

Enjoy a light breakfast as we dive into how water has woven together history, ecology, and preservation in Jockey Hollow. Whether you’re a history buff, nature lover, or conservation advocate, this engaging talk will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the past—and a renewed commitment to protecting its future.

Don’t let this opportunity trickle away—space is limited, and registration is required!

About the Presenter: Eric P. Olsen has been with Morristown National Historical Park as a park ranger and historian since 1989. His historical research and interpretation have included Jockey Hollow, Stark’s Brigade, Cross Estate, Ford Mansion, and more. Known for his engaging first-person portrayals of 18th-century figures, Eric brings history to life through immersive storytelling. He holds a B.A. in History from Rutgers University and studied at the Cooperstown Graduate Program in History Museum Studies through the New York Historical Association.

Please email Izzy (ifilippini@greatswamp.org) with questions or cancellations. Ticketing closes at 4/15 at 5:00 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.

Details

Date:
April 16
Time:
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Cost:

Venue

Great Swamp Watershed Association HQ
568 Tempe Wick Rd
Morristown, NJ 07960 United States + Google Map
Phone
973-538-3500

Organizer

Nancy Rago
Email
nrago@greatswamp.org

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