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Workshop: Ditch the Plastic & Chemicals

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

Let’s change behaviors. If you're wondering how to kick the plastic wrap habit in the kitchen, we've got solutions. And speaking of solutions, maybe you're pondering what the harsh chemicals in your household cleansers are doing to your family and the environment? Let us help you get your home a little more eco-friendly with 3 do-it-yourself projects: a surface cleaner made from household ingredients, 3 reusable beeswax food storage covers, and 3 reusable produce shopping bags. Take it all home along with simple how-to instructions to make more, all for $30. They also make great gifts. This workshop is limited to the first 20 people to register so sign up today!

Get Tickets $30.00

Evening Briefing: The Joy of Backyard Bird Feeding

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

Backyard bird feeding is easy, fun, and connects us with our environment in a very personal way. Did you know that with minimal effort you can attract over 30 different species of native birds to your backyard? Attracting birds is a great way to bring us closer to nature, providing hours of entertainment for you and your family. Join us as Pete Axelrod of Wild Birds Unlimited reviews the how-to's, providing tips on using bird feeders, water and shelter to attract native birds. Also learn how to discourage the presence of nuisance animals. Come learn how to make your yard bird-friendly.

Get Tickets Free – $40.00

Dog Hike at the CMA

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

Calling all pooches! Grab your family and a leash, and c’mon out to the CMA for a much-needed, mid-winter hike. We know you’re ready to get some fresh air and sniff new smells. This is your day! We only ask that you play nice with other dogs, remain on your leash for the full hike, and ask your humans to bring you some water and pet waste bags. There is a limit of 15 pups (but no limit on the number of humans) so shake a leg and register today! This event is free for GSWA members, non-members: suggested donation of $10 for adults and $5 for children.

Sold Out Free – $40.00

Pre-Valentine’s Day Martini & Cosmo Tasting

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

You've made the right choice! GSWA is concocting love potions to put you in the mood for Valentine's Day. From a classic cosmo to a dill pickle martini, sample eight different cosmo & martini drinks that are sure to amuse you. Enjoy a variety of treats that compliment these tasty cocktails. Play along with our pub-style quiz and you may earn a prize while learning a little more about clean water and the environment. Attend this "cosmotini" tasting on your own, with friends, or with your Valentine. Who knows, you may even discover a new favorite drink! And you will leave with recipes to make them all at home! This event is free to all non-members, as well as all GSWA members who bring a non-member friend. Come have a fun pre-Valentine's Day evening on us - we're a great match! Must be 21+ to consume alcohol - IDs will be checked. Registration is required. Please note:  Due to parking constraints at our location, attendees must park at the Jockey Hollow Visitor Center located 1/2 mile  from our building: 600 Tempe Wick Road, Morristown, NJ. A shuttle will take you to/from our building. We appreciate your cooperation. 

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Kids Winter Nature Detectives Hike

Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge - Bluebird Parking Lot Bluebird Parking Lot, Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, NJ, United States

This event is SOLD OUT - please do not call with requests to be added to the guest list at this time. Federal refuge guidelines limit the number of people who access the "closed-off" portion of the refuge. We cannot accommodate anymore hikers. Please sign up for a future hike!  Are your kids ready for a fun and educational outdoor activity? Gather up your family and head outside for an adventure through the snowy forest. Together, we will set off in hot pursuit of the region’s most-wanted wintertime wildlife on this nature detective discovery hike at Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. Learn how to identify animals from their tracks, scats and other leave-behind clues. Spy on secret hideouts used by birds, wintering insects, and other woodland creatures. Unmask the dining preferences of deer, raccoons, and even coyotes by putting the magnifying glass to some scat. All this detective work is easier than you think, plus its fun being outdoors in the winter! We will also talk about their winter-time activities and how the Refuge critters survive the coldest months of the year in anticipation of the spring thaw. Fun for all ages but especially for children ages 5 to 10. […]

Sold Out Free – $40.00

Beer & Pizza Pub Quiz

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

Back by popular demand, it's the GSWA Pub Quiz! Join us for hot pizza, cold beer, and lots of laughs. Play for prizes and bragging rights. Gather up to three of your knowledgeable friends and brush up on your water quality and enviro facts. Your friends being party poopers? No worries - we'll team you up with other enthusiastic players. Ages 10 and older are welcome. Teams must have at least 1 member 18+ to compete; maximum team size: 4; maximum number of teams: 9. FREE beer* & pizza! $15 entry fee covers quiz participation. Questions will range from beginner to expert level. For example: If night active animals are known as nocturnal, what are dawn and dusk active animals known as? Answer: Crepuscular *Must be 21+ to drink alcoholic beverages. ID will be checked. Limit 2 drinks/person. This will event fill up fast and space is limited so, register today!

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Nature Stroll at Hedden County Park

Hedden County Park Use Hawthorne Ave Parking off of Reservoir Ave., Randolph, NJ, United States

Sunday Hike Series: Looking for an invigorating late Winter activity? Join us for a scenic hike through Hedden Park, a beautiful piece of the Morris County Park Commission. Partially paved recreation trails traverse the Wallace Brook and cross Jackson Brook on this scenic hike. We will check out Indian Falls, a serene feature along the Green Trail, and take in the natural beauty of the park. This family-friendly hike is good for teens and older. Wear sturdy hiking boots and dress appropriately for the weather; layers, hat, and gloves highly recommended! Registration is required. Google Map Link

Sold Out Free – $40.00

Become a FrogWatcher

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

Like frogs? Hop on over to GSWA for a hands-on "citizen science" training session to become an official FrogWatch volunteer. Eric Jackson, Environmental Educator at Hartshorn Arboretum, will teach you how to distinguish between a spring peeper and a wood frog and how to identify many other local frogs and toads. Come out and learn about our amphibian friends and if you're so inspired, Eric will train you how to properly log and report your sightings in a nationwide database. Your observations are important! The information you collect helps establish long-term and large-scale data on amphibian populations. It's fun for the whole family, and this training session is free! Registration is required.

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Sunday Series Hike – Rifle Camp Park at Garrett Mountain

Rifle Camp Park 387 Rifle Camp Rd., Woodland Park, NJ, United States

Join us on a journey through the "yellow trail" of the scenic and historic Rifle Camp Park which sits on the ridgeline of Garret Mountain in Passaic County. Situated 500 feet above sea level, this area offers several overlooks with panoramic views of northern New Jersey and New York City that you can't see from anywhere else in Passaic County. You'll also catch a glimpse of American history - this spot served as a perfect location for George Washington’s troops to observe British movements during the Revolutionary War in 1780. Rifle Camp Park got its name from the fact that Major James Parr’s rifle corps camped in the area that eventually become the park. Bring your camera and wear your hiking boots. Directions: In your GPS, search for Rifle Camp Park and follow those directions. We will meet at the second parking lot on Rifle Camp Rd. If you have problems with directions the day of, call Adam at 908-399-5610.

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POSTPONED: Vernal Pool After-Dark Exploration Hike

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

With temperatures rising, the forest floor will be hopping with new life as frogs and other amphibians crowd into shallow basins of water to breed and lay their eggs. These areas are better known as vernal pools. They are an important type of wetlands in need of protection in New Jersey. This annual nighttime 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. Learn how to tell the difference between salamander and frog eggs. And learn how all that we appreciate about springtime depends upon a few unassuming puddles of water on the forest floor.   Warm clothing and waterproof hiking boots are strongly recommended, and don’t forget your flashlight. Registration is required.

Sold Out Free – $40.00