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SOLD OUT- Summer Solstice Celebration Hike @ Jockey Hollow

Jockey Hollow Visitor Center 600 Tempe Wick Rd, Morristown, NJ

If you cannot attend, please email [email protected] to cancel so we can invite the next person on the waitlist email.   Celebrate the first evening of Summer, also the longest day of the year, with a hike through the woods of historic Jockey Hollow. As the moon slowly rises, we will look and listen for owls and other nightlife creatures as fireflies take to the sky. Later we will relax by a roaring bonfire and hear stories that 18th century colonists told around their own campfires and learn about their views on the darkness. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity with two highly experienced and knowledgeable GSWA naturalists, Hazel England and Ginger VanRyzin along with Eric Olsen, Park Ranger and local historian. Space is limited and it will fill up fast!

Free – $40.00

Great Swamp Great Music Festival 2023

Brook Valley Farm 336 Loantaka Way, Chatham Twp., NJ, United States

Online ticket purchasing ends June 25 @ 6 am After that, all tickets must be purchaced at the gate at an increased price so... get your tickets now!   6th Annual Great Swamp Great Music Festival Sunday, June 25, Brook Valley Farm, Chatham Twp., NJ 12 - 6:30 PM (rain or shine), Gates open at 11 AM   It's back and better than ever! Gather up your friends and family, pack your blankets, chairs, and sunblock, and c'mon out for 6+ hours of live music at a beautiful new location - Brook Valley Farm in Chatham Twp. As always, enjoy food trucks, unique merch vendors, adult beverages, kids corner and more. Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) is a non-profit organization protecting and improving the Great Swamp watershed & Passaic River region now and for future generations. Scroll to the bottom of this page to purchase tickets 👇 LINEUP Festival bands (12 noon-6:30 pm) Not Enough Jeffs • Lenox Underground The Refugee Dogs • HighRidge Runners • The Cold Hill Band • The Tones   FOOD VENDORS Marley's Gotham Grill:  Home of 300+ chicken wing flavors The Mexi-boys: Ethnic fusion Mexican Food with vegan options Norman Food Services: Hot dogs, corn […]

Free – $30.00

Volunteer for CMA Stewardship Day – July 7th

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 worthy to add to your resume?! Join us on Friday at the GSWA Conservation Management Area (CMA) to help us steward the land. We will work from 9AM to 1PM and enjoy some well-earned snacks provided by GSWA Director of Land Stewardship, Hazel England. We could really use your help getting our CMA tidied up by helping us with the following tasks: Carry in lumber • Build and elevate boardwalks which allows hikers to get through flooded areas • Clear branches and limbs from recent storms • Remove invasive plants • Spread woodchips on our trails. Be sure to wear long pants, long sleeves, and hiking boots or old shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a hat and a reusable water bottle. We will provide bug spray, sun block, gloves, and all tools you will need. You’ll work hard, but will also share in some laughs, and enjoy delicious snacks. What better way to spend a Friday morning? See you there!

Free

Water Workshop Weekends – Dark Waters Movie Screening

Morris Museum 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ, United States

Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) and the Morris Museum are pleased to announce our new partnership; an inaugural set of events beginning with Water Workshop Weekends takes place on July 7, 8, and 15, 2023. Friday, July 7 from 6:30-9:00 PM at the Morris Museum, Morristown, NJ Water Workshop Weekends kick off on Friday, July 7 with the critically acclaimed and star-filled movie, Dark Waters at the Morris Museum’s Bickford Theatre, followed by a panel discussion about PFAS chemicals in our waterways. The film tells the shocking and heroic true story of attorney, Rob Bilott, portrayed by Mark Ruffalo, who risks his career and family to uncover a dark secret hidden by one of the world’s largest corporations. He seeks to bring justice to a community that has been dangerously exposed to toxic chemicals for decades. The post film panel will provoke lively discussion on the movie and this timely topic. The panel will include Sandra Lavigne, GSWA Director of Water Quality Monitoring and Laura Norkute, New Jersey American Water Director of Water Quality and Environmental Compliance. Watch the trailer below: https://youtu.be/RvAOuhyunhY   PRICING: Great Swamp Watershed Association and Morris Museum Members $12 - NOTE: GSWA members will need to […]

$40.00

Water Workshop Weekends – Family Fun Day at the Morris Museum

Morris Museum 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ, United States

The Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) and Morris Museum are pleased to announce our new partnership with an inaugural set of events beginning with Water Workshop Weekends taking place on July 7, 8, and 15, 2023. Saturday, July 8 11:00 AM-2:30 PM - The Morris Museum will host a family fun day with activities from GSWA and the Museum. Attend one of two special screenings of the Smithsonian movie, Age of Humans: Water at 11:30 AM or 1:00 PM. This film reveals how humans have impacted the Earth’s water and details what we can do to change the path of our future. Throughout the event day enjoy a variety of thought-provoking activities from the GSWA and the Morris Museum including Spark!Lab’s “Help Clean Up the Ocean,” the game, “A Day in the Life of a Drop of Water,” the “Water-Match Challenge,” water coloring, and more. Tickets: Members Free* | Non-member Adults $12 | Non-member Children $8 (3-17) NON-MEMBERS: PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS HERE *NOTE: Access for Great Swamp Watershed Association and Morris Museum members is FREE for events held on Saturday, July 8 and July 15. RSVP is required for ALL GSWA/Morris Museum members by completing the form HERE. Don't miss […]

$40.00

Volunteer for CMA Stewardship Day – July 14th

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 worthy to add to your resume?! Join us on Friday at the GSWA Conservation Management Area (CMA) to help us steward the land. We will work from 9AM to 1PM and enjoy some well-earned snacks provided by GSWA Director of Land Stewardship, Hazel England. We could really use your help getting our CMA tidied up by helping us with the following tasks: Carry in lumber • Build and elevate boardwalks which allows hikers to get through flooded areas • Clear branches and limbs from recent storms • Remove invasive plants • Spread woodchips on our trails. Be sure to wear long pants, long sleeves, and hiking boots or old shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a hat and a reusable water bottle. We will provide bug spray, sun block, gloves, and all tools you will need. You’ll work hard, but will also share in some laughs, and enjoy delicious snacks. What better way to spend a Friday morning? See you there!

Free

POSTPONED: Water Workshop Weekends – Family Fun Day at GSWA’s Conservation Management Area

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

Due to extreme heat and changeable weather, this event has been postponed.    The Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) and Morris Museum are pleased to announce their new partnership; our inaugural set of events, beginning with Water Workshop Weekends, will take place on July 7, 8, and 15, 2023. Saturday, July 15 from 11:00 AM-2:00 PM - Experience the wonders of nature at GSWA's Conservation Management Area (CMA) nestled on Tiger Lily Lane in Harding. Immerse yourself in eco-friendly hikes, where you'll be provided with binoculars to enrich your connection with the surrounding environment. Delight in family-friendly activities inspired by the natural world, fostering a deep appreciation for our planet. Engage with fascinating macroinvertebrates to gain a profound understanding of our ecosystem and its precious water quality. This is a perfect opportunity to celebrate the 16th year of the City of Water Day, which builds awareness and reaches towards the goal of a climate-resilient New York and New Jersey harbor. Tickets: Members Free* | Non-members $12 | Children $8 (3-17) BUY YOUR TICKETS BELOW Don't miss the Water Workshop Weekends kickoff event of the critically acclaimed and star-filled movie Dark Waters screening and panel discussion on Friday, July 7 at […]

Free – $40.00

Volunteer for CMA Stewardship Day – July 21st

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 worthy to add to your resume?! Join us on Friday at the GSWA Conservation Management Area (CMA) to help us steward the land. We will work from 9AM to 1PM and enjoy some well-earned snacks provided by GSWA Director of Land Stewardship, Hazel England. We could really use your help getting our CMA tidied up by helping us with the following tasks: Carry in lumber • Build and elevate boardwalks which allows hikers to get through flooded areas • Clear branches and limbs from recent storms • Remove invasive plants • Spread woodchips on our trails. Be sure to wear long pants, long sleeves, and hiking boots or old shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Bring a hat and a reusable water bottle. We will provide bug spray, sun block, gloves, and all tools you will need. You’ll work hard, but will also share in some laughs, and enjoy delicious snacks. What better way to spend a Friday morning? See you there!

Free

Firefly and Moth Hike

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

Come meet the fascinating nighttime insects of the Conservation Management Area! While fireflies light up the night we hike out to our moth light station. There, we’ll stop to observe the numbers and types of moths that live along the trails. Join us for this easy hike over our boardwalks to marvel at these nighttime critters while learning about what they need to thrive. Registration is required and space is limited so register today

Free – $15.00

Wildflowers of Ramapo Hike

Ramapo Mountain State Forest (Upper Lot) Hiking Trail Parking Lot, Oakland, NJ, United States

Come out and practice your wildflower ID! Join naturalist Ginger Van Ryzin on a Saturday morning hike at Ramapo Mountain State Forest. On the hike, we will pass multiple native plantings, admire the beautiful clear water of Ramapo Lake, and explore the Van Slyke “Castle” ruins. The hike will be 3 miles with some rough terrain and elevation change. Sturdy hiking books are recommended.

$10.00 – $15.00