CANCELLED: Unfortunately, due to the recent rains - our location has become too soggy to accommodate our guests for the breakfast and hike! Sorry folks, but please do check out our informative talks scheduled for later in September and October at Greatswamp.org/event/
Come join us for an update from the EPA on the status of the Rolling Knolls Landfill in Green Village, Chatham Township. We are looking for a few good men and women to participate in a Community Advisory Group (CAG). As discussed in the cover article, the CAG will provide a public forum for the community to discuss their concerns and offer input to the EPA on the cleanup as it moves forward. Even if you are not interested in being a member of the CAG, please join us to learn more about the process. Registration is required.
Pollination - it's not just for bees. Spend the evening with GSWA and learn more about the many different pollinator and what you can do to attract them to your garden. You may be surprised to learn how easy it is to enhance your yard as a home for pollinators throughout the year, and encourage pollinators such as bats, butterflied, birds, bees, and more. Leave with lists of pollinator-friendly plants for your use at home. This event is co-sponsored by Madison Library. Registration required.
Learn how to make your very own walking stick so you can hit the trails with confidence. Retired science teacher turned walking-stick-guru, Brad Koller, leads a fun-filled DIY workshop where you will choose from a variety of rough sticks including red cedar, maple, beech, and iron wood, and walk away with a finished product - and the ability to create one on your own! All tools and safety equipment will be provided. This is one of our most popular workshops and space is limited, so don’t miss out -register today.
GSWA is thrilled to honor former New Jersey Governor, Thomas Kean, at our 2018 Gala & Silent Auction, held at the Brooklake Country Club in Florham Park. Governor Kean remains to this day one of the most popular governors in New Jersey history. We are honoring the governor for his environmental leadership during his administration for enacting landmark protections for New Jersey's shoreline and freshwater wetlands. Following his gubernatorial role, Gov. Kean built an accomplished career; he served as president of Drew University, in 1997 was appointed as an Advisory Board member of President Clinton's One America Initiative, and in 2002, as Chairman of the 9/11 Commission. Meet Tom Kean at the private pre-Gala VIP Cocktail Reception, 5:00 - 6:00 PM. Purchase a "Premier Reservation with VIP Pass" to mingle with some of our most distinguished guests and enjoy gourmet cocktails and hors d'oeuvres prior to the start of the Gala. Our annual Gala & Silent Auction is our biggest and most exciting fundraising event of the year! The evening will include a lively cocktail hour, a delicious dinner banquet, an expansive silent auction, and remarks delivered by Governor Kean. For underwriting opportunities, or to place an ad in our silent […]
Come help us maintain and improve our 73-acre Conservation Management Area. Tasks will include trail maintenance, fence repair, and invasive plant removal. Lighter tasks will also be available. Bring your best energy and enthusiasm! Conditions may be wet or muddy. Long pants and sturdy shoes or boots are encouraged. We’ll bring the coffee and donuts to help fuel you along. Participants under 14 must be accompanied by a parent - community service hours can be earned for your school. Registration is required. Register online at GreatSwamp.org or call 973-538-3500. Can’t make this date? No worries – we will also conduct CMA volunteer work days on November 10 and December 8, 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM. Pick a date that works best for you!
Jockey Hollow Park Ranger and Historian, Eric Olson, and our own Hazel England, Director of Education and Outreach - Land Steward, will co-lead a hike and outdoor talk on the natural history of the night - then and now. Look and listen for owls and other nightlife and hear an 18th century viewpoint on how the early century colonists viewed the darkness. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity with two highly experienced and knowledgeable naturalists. Registration required.
October is the perfect time to head outdoors and check out all the vibrant colors of autumn, and Garret Mountain Reservation is the place to be. GSWA Education Associate, Adam Palmer, will take you on a journey through the trails of Garret Mountain and help identify the many varieties of trees and plants as they begin to prepare for a long winter’s nap. Situated 500 feet above sea level, Garret Mountain Reservation 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. Be sure to grab your camera and fill up your reusable water bottle. Wear your hiking boots and dress for the weather. Registration required.
Interested in learning how to monitor a stream or gaining a better understanding about stream health? This one-day, two-part training session is for you! An indoor classroom session teaches you how to conduct visual and biological stream assessments and recognize environmental factors that may impact stream health. An outdoor session lets you practice your new-found skills at a local stream site. By the afternoon, you will be a fully trained visual stream assessment volunteer and ready to conduct an assessment. Tools and supplies will be provided. Be sure to wear shoes that are suitable for walking outside and getting dirty. Preferred volunteers are 15 or older. Younger volunteers are welcome with parent participation. This training will be conducted in conjunction with the AmeriCorps New Jersey Watershed Ambassador Program. Registration required.
Can I recycle the cap on a plastic water bottle? Are black plastic food trays recyclable? Do I still need to tie up my newspapers? We all know that recycling means separating out paper, plastic, glass and metal from our trash. But understanding the fundamentals of recycling is what helps us make informed decisions on what and how we sort. Learn how “aspirational recycling” can actually be detrimental to the recycling process. Liz Sweedy of Morris County MUA, our recycling expert, will sort the myths from the facts about the ins and outs of recycling and pass along this knowledge to you, so you can share with others. Light snacks will be served. Registration required.
