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practice some gardening skills, plant up a flat of heirloom veg-
etables, make a Federal Period
craft, and best of all, sample some
Founding Foodies snacks. Every
child takes home a ‘Presidential
Tree’ sapling for planting in their
own garden this spring.
For more information and to
register, please call 973-326-7603
or visit www.arboretumfriends.org.
Grow, Cook, EatA New Garden Series at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum
Do you like to eat vegetables as much as you like to garden? If you are interested in learning more about new
and different varieties of vegetables, as well as what to do when all those summer squash ripen on the same
day, this new series is perfect for you.
Held on the third Wednesday of the month from March through November, Horticultural Program Special-
ists Gwen Montgomery and Cynthia Triolo introduce you to a different garden vegetable each month to help bring
gardening full circle for you and your family. You learn growing and planting tips for those tried and true varieties of
vegetables and unusual ones as well. Seeds, recipes, and best of all, taste tests are sure to inspire you to get outside
and plant something so that you too can go from garden to table.
In the past five years, interest in and demand for Com-
munity Gardens has exploded. With over 30 years of
community garden experience, a strong commitment
to education, and our treasured partnership with Rutgers
Cooperative Extension, The Frelinghuysen Arboretum is
the perfect venue for a conference focusing on Community
Gardens. Whether you’re an experienced or new communi-
ty gardener, a Community Garden manager or coordinator,
or an activist trying to get a Community Garden started,
you will want to attend this program on Saturday, March
2 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The impressive list of speakers, experts in their field, address
topics, such as Growing Small Fruits, Beekeeping, Organic Con-
trol of Common Vegetable Insects, Best Management Practices
for Garden Managers, and Seed Saving. The keynote speaker is
the distinguished Joan Dye Gussow, author and Professor Emeri-
tus of Columbia University, and whom the New York Times has
called the “matriarch of the local food movement.”
For complete details, visit www.arboretumfriends.org. Lunch is provided. The snow date is Sunday, March 3. Register before February 4 to receive the discounted registration fee of $50. Registrations after February 4 are $60.
* Preregistration required: Contact the appropriate facility or phone number listed.
Saturday, January 5& Sunday January 6
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stopby the Haggerty Education Center
for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. En-joy a great way to get the familyoutdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
Sunday, January 6
New Year Trek: Moderate
Ages 7 & Up.Remember those New Year’s reso-lutions to get more exercise? Jointhe first scheduled hike of 2013.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.*
Tuesday, January 8
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderful
Morris County area trails. Alladults are welcome.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain,Montville Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.
Thursdays, January 10through February 14
Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Toddlers enjoy discovering the won-ders of nature through six weeks of
walks, activities, and crafts.Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $55.*
Saturday, January 12& Sunday, January 13
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stopby the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Enjoya great way to get the familyoutdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
Sunday, January 13
Snowshoe Adventure: ModerateAges 8 & Up.Enjoy an afternoon of snowshoesand trekking as we partner with
REI of East Hanover. Learn aboutrenting snowshoes throughout theseason at Pyramid Mountain.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $15 for ages 13 and older /$10 for ages 8 to 12.*
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Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages.Learn how to identify and tap mapletrees, collect sap, and make syrup
over a wood-fired evaporator. Taste-test different syrups at the end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.
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Monday, January 14
Toddler Trek:Wonders of Winter Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy a story and a hike whilelearning about all the animals that
are spending the winter season atthe Great Swamp.Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Garden Sprouts:Winter SkeletonsAges 3 - 5 with an adult.The leaves are gone and all isquiet. It’s time to look at treesat their barest and discover their shapes, sizes, and just how differ-
ent they are from each other.Time: 11 a.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $7.*
Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome to
stay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Tuesday, January 15
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All
adults are welcome.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Mt. Hope County Park,Rockaway Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.
Toddler Trek: Wonders of Winter Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy a story and hike whilelearning about all the animals thatare spending the winter season atPyramid Mtn.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*
Wednesdays, January 16through February 20
Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy discovering the wondersof nature through six weeks of walks, activities, and crafts!Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $55.*
Wednesday, January 16
Home-School Walks: Stay Warm!
All Ages.How does local wildlife deal withwinter’s chill? Brainstorm andtest different methods with hands-on experiments. Learn the realstrategies that work for animals,and take a walk to look for signsof winter wildlife at work.
Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $8 per child ages 3 & up.*
Saturday, January 19& Sunday, January 20
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Enjoy
a great way to get the familyoutdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
Saturday, January 19
Eagle Watching TripAges 16 & Up.Join this van trip into NY and PAto view majestic, wintering Bald
Eagles. Dress warmly and bringa bag lunch! Space is extremelylimited, so register today.Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Meet at the GreatSwamp OEC.Cost: $35.* Call 973-635-6629.
Weekend Family Walk: EasyAll Ages.These guided walks are designedfor families with children of variousages. Stroll the wooded trails anddiscover the animals and plantsfound on Pyramid Mountain.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $2 per person, ages 2and older.*
Sunday, January 20
Edible SproutsLearn about the different ediblesprouts and just how easy theyare to make at home. Taste radish, broccoli, mung bean, and alfalfa,
and not so traditional ones as weexplore their uses in the kitchen.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $25.*
Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages.Learn how to identify and tap mapletrees, collect sap, and make syrupover a wood-fired evaporator. Taste-test different syrups at the end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.
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Monday, January 21
A Day Off with Nature:Tracking!Grades K - 3.Enjoy spending the day off fromschool, learning all about animaltracks! Play tracking games, makeyour own track molds, practice
moving like the animals, and takea hike (or snowshoe, if there’ssnow) to find tracks on the trails!Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $30.*
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Tuesday, January 22
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All
Pre-School Walk:Who’s Sleeping?Ages 4 & 5 with an adult.Wander the trails and learn aboutanimals that are sleeping andthose that are awake during thecold winter months. Take part in awinter-themed craft afterwards.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5.*
Wednesday, January 23
Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome to
stay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*
Saturday, January 26& Sunday, January 27
Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages.Learn how to identify and tap mapletrees, collect sap, and make syrupover a wood-fired evaporator. Taste-test different syrups at the end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.
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Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Enjoya great way to get the family
outdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
Quarry Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.Learn about the mining history of the area as we hike along the old
“horseshoe” trail and view the rem-nants of the “limestone” quarry.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.*
Monday, January 28
Toddler Trek: Good Night Bear Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.This is the time of year that bearssettle down for a winter’s nap.Enjoy a story about bears, and thenwander the trails looking for signs
that these animals left behind.Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Garden Sprouts: A Look InsideAges 3 - 5 with an adult.Young botanists dissect differ-ent parts of a plant to see whatexactly is inside and discover howthose parts work.Time: 11 a.m.Location: Frelinghuysen
Arboretum.Cost: $7.*
Tuesday, January 29
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Hedden County Park,Dover.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.
Pre-School Walk:Who’s Sleeping Ages 4 & 5 with an adult.Wander the trails and learn aboutanimals who are sleeping andthose that are awake during thecold winter months. Take part in awinter-themed craft afterwards.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Nature’s Classroom: Sun and ShadowsAges 6 - 8.Home-schoolers learn about thenatural world through indoor andoutdoor activities, including ahike during this four-week seriesof science education classes.Additional dates in series:February 5, 19, & 26.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $12 per class/$45 for the series.*
Thursday, January 31
Nature’s Classroom:Winter Trees
Ages 9 - 12.Home-schoolers learn about thenatural world through indoor andoutdoor activities, including ahike, during this four-week seriesof science education classes. Ad-ditional dates in series: February7, 14, & 21.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $12 per class/$45 for series.*
Saturday, February 2& Sunday, February 3
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Enjoya great way to get the familyoutdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen
Arboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
Saturday, February 2
Plant Propagation Workshop Nicki Graf, manager of the Flo-riculture Greenhouses at RutgersUniversity covers everythingyou’ve ever wanted to knowabout plant propagation.Snow date is Sunday, February 3.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 Noon.Location: Frelinghuysen
Arboretum.Cost: $25.*
Weekend Family Walk: EasyAll ages!These guided walks are designedfor families with children of variousages. Stroll the wooded trails anddiscover the animals and plantsfound on Pyramid Mountain.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid MountainCost: $2 per person, ages 2and older. *
Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages.Learn how to identify and tap mapletrees, collect sap, and make syrupover a wood-fired evaporator. Taste-test different syrups at the end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.See Page 12
Sunday, February 3
Eagle Watching TripAges 16 & Up.Join this van trip into NY and PAto view majestic, wintering BaldEagles. Dress warmly, and bringa bag lunch! Space is extremelylimited, so register today.Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Meet at the GreatSwamp OEC.Cost: $35.* Call 973-635-6629.
A Winter’s Dayon the FarmEnjoy a tractor-pulled wagon ride,maple tapping, sawing wood,cracking corn, collecting eggs,and more. Watch the farmers har-vest ice on the pond and see howthe ice is stored in The Willowsice house, weather permitting.Follow the scent of wood stovecooking to the cozy Farmhouse.Time: 12 Noon - 4 p.m.Location: Fosterfields.Cost: Admission is $6 for adults,$5 for seniors (65+), $4 for childrenages 4 - 16, and $2 for childrenages 2 and 3. FREE for childrenunder age 2, and Friends memberswith a valid membership I.D.
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Cooking Demonstration:Great GrainsHearty, nutritious, and delicious,the world’s great grains are moreavailable now than ever before.Learn some great new recipes us-ing amaranth, farro, quinoa, spelt,and millet. These ancient grainshave been used for thousands of years worldwide. It’s time to addthem to our diet, too.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $25.*
Monday, February 4
Garden Sprouts: Mitten Magic
Ages 3 - 5 with an adult.Winter is in full swing with both plants and animals hibernating.Learn how they stay warm whenmittens aren’t an option.Time: 11 a.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $7.*
Tuesday, February 5
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and
explore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. Alladults are welcome.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Dismal Harmony,Mendham Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.
Nature’s Classroom: Great Backyard Bird Count Ages 6 - 8.Home-schoolers learn about thenatural world through indoor and
outdoor activities, including ahike during this four-week seriesof science education classes.Additional dates in series:January 29, February 19, & 26.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $12 per class/$45 for the series.*
Wednesday, February 6
Valentine’s Day Wreath Work-shop: From Our Heart To YoursProfessional Floral Designer MargeHulstrunk conducts a hands-on
workshop decorating a lovely heart-shaped wreath using assorted driedflowers for a Valentine’s Day giftsuitable for any room. All materialsand supplies are furnished. Please bring clippers appropriate for cut-ting fine material.Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $55.*
Thursday, February 7
Nature’s Classroom: GlaciersAges 9 - 12.Home-schoolers learn about thenatural world through indoor andoutdoor activities, including ahike during this four-week seriesof science education classes.Additional dates in series:January 31, February 14, & 21.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $12 per class/$45 for series.*
Track Attack Ages 5 - 9.You may not always see theanimals, but they do leave their tracks behind. Learn to tell whichanimal left that footprint and eventry to walk like them!Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*
Saturday, February 9
Little Critters’ StorytimeAges 3 - 6.Each month, hear nature stories, readaloud and take part in fun activities,such as crafts, games, or walks that build upon the stories’ themes.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.
* Preregistration required: Contact the appropriate facility or phone number listed.
Saturday, February 9& Sunday, February 10
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stopby the Haggerty Education Center
for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Enjoya great way to get the familyoutdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages.
Learn how to identify and tapmaple trees, collect sap, and makesyrup over a wood-fired evapora-tor. Taste-test different syrups atthe end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.
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Sunday, February 10
Track Attack Ages 5 - 9.You may not always see theanimals, but they do leave their tracks behind. Learn to tell whichanimal left that footprint and eventry to walk like them!Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OECCost: $3
Snowshoe Adventure: ModerateAges 8 & Up.Enjoy an afternoon of snowshoesand trekking as we partner with
REI of East Hanover. Learn aboutrenting snowshoes throughout theseason at Pyramid Mountain.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $15 for ages 13 and older/$10 for ages 8 to 12.*
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Monday, February 11
Toddler Trek:Furry Friends in Winter
Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.How do animals keep warm dur-ing the winter? There are manydifferent strategies! Learn aboutthem with a story and short hike.Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Tuesday, February 12
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. Alladults are welcome.
Toddler Trek: Goodnight Bear Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.This is the time of year that bearssettle down for a winter’s nap.Enjoy a story about bears andthen wander the trails lookingfor signs that these animals left behind.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*
Pre-School Walk: Owl Prowl Ages 4 & 5 with an adult.Create an owl mask to wear asyou explore the trails, learningabout owls. Take part in fun owl-themed activities along the way.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Wednesday, February 13
Nature’s ValentineAll Ages!Show your love for the naturalworld! Take a walk to see waysthat people help wildlife, thenmake a birdfeeder as a valentinetreat for the birds.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.
Thursday, February 14
Nature’s Classroom: Great Backyard Bird Count Ages 9 - 12.Home-schoolers learn about the
natural world through indoor andoutdoor activities, including ahike during this four-week series of science education classes.Additional dates in series:January 31, February 7, & 21.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $12 per class/$45 for series.*
Friday, February 15 throughSunday, February 17
Great Backyard Bird Count: EasyAges 5 & Up.Take part in this annual event as birdwatchers of all ages count birdsto create a snapshot of where birdsare across the continent. Pick up anobservation packet at the VisitorsCenter and go to your favoritevantage point to count the birds yousee in a 15-minute period. Reportyour data back to the Cornell Labof Ornithology. Bring binocularsand your curiosity.
Winter Bird Hike: EasyAges 5 & Up.Birdwatchers of all ages are out thisweekend for the annual Great Back-yard Bird Count, counting birds andcreating a snapshot of which birdsare where, across the continent. Joinin by taking a guided hike to look for
and count birds along the PyramidMountain trails. An observation data packet is provided, and you are ledto a vantage point to count the birds.Report the data back to the CornellLab of Ornithology. Bring binocularsor borrow ours.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.*
Saturday, February 16& Sunday, February 17
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center
for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Enjoya great way to get the familyoutdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
Sunday, February 17
Winter Bird Walk
Ages 5 & Up.Birdwatchers of all ages are outthis weekend for the annual GreatBackyard Bird Count of count-ing birds and creating a snapshotof the birds’ location, across thecontinent. Take a guided hike tolook for and count birds alongthe trails. We provide an observa-tion data packet and lead you to afavorite vantage point to count the birds. Then we report our groupdata back to the Cornell Lab of
Ornithology. Bring binoculars or borrow ours.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $1.*
Planting with the PresidentsAges 8 - 13.Presidents George Washington andThomas Jefferson were plant loversand great farmers! Learn abouttheir gardens, practice some of thesame skills that they used, and take
home a “presidential” tree.Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $20.*
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Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages.Learn how to identify and tapmaple trees, collect sap, and makesyrup over a wood-fired evapora-tor. Taste-test different syrups atthe end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.
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Monday, February 18
A Day Off with Nature: Owls!Grades K - 3.Enjoy spending the day off fromschool learning all about owls.
Play owl-themed games, dissectowl pellets to construct skeletons,and meet a LIVE owl in person.Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $30.*
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Tuesday, February 19
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All
Pre-School Walk: Owl Prowl Ages 4 & 5 with an adult.Create an owl mask to wear asyou explore the trails learningabout owls. Take part in fun owl-themed activities along the way.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5.*
Nature’s Classroom: Maple Sugaring Ages 6 - 8.Home-schoolers learn about thenatural world through indoor andoutdoor activities, including ahike during this four-week seriesof science education classes.Additional dates in series:January 29, February 5, & 26.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $12 per class/$45 for the series.*
Wednesday, February 20 Home-School Walks: Backbone Bonanza
All Ages.How do scientists sort all of theworld’s amazing creatures intogroups? Learn about animaladaptations and characteristics
as you try creating your ownclassification system usinganimal models. Meet some LIVEanimals, too!Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $8 per child ages 3 & up.*
* Preregistration required: Contact the appropriate facility or phone number listed.
Wednesday, February 20Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*
Thursday, February 21
Nature’s Classroom: Animal Signs/ Snowshoe Trek Ages 9 - 12.Home-schoolers learn about the
natural world through indoor andoutdoor activities, including ahike, during this four-week seriesof science education classes. Ad-ditional dates in series: January31, February 7, & 14.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $12 per class / $45 for series.*
Friday, February 22
Branches & Buds Walk
Ages 18 & Up.Join a naturalist on the trails andlearn to recognize the trees whenthey have no leaves.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*
Saturday, February 23
Winter Search Party: EasyAges 5 & Up.Learn to look for clues that tell uswhich animals spend the winter on Pyramid Mountain.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.*
Saturday, February 23& Sunday, February 24
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stopby the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of
every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Enjoya great way to get the familyoutdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages.Learn how to identify and tapmaple trees, collect sap, and makesyrup over a wood-fired evapora-tor. Taste-test different syrups atthe end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.
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Monday, February 25
Toddler Trek: Maple Sugaring for SeedlingsAges 2 & 3 with an adult.All pancakes need syrup, butwhere does it come from? Learn
about the maple sugaring processand taste the sweet breakfast treatat the end.Time: 9:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Garden Sprouts: Sappy and Sweet Ages 3 - 5 with an adult.Yum! It’s that time again whenthe maple trees are waking up andsending their sap upwards. Seehow trees are tapped, taste a littlesap, and stay for the waffles andreal maple syrup.Time: 11 a.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $7.*
Tuesday, February 26
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All
adults are welcome.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Kay EnvironmentalCenter, Chester Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.
Nature’s Classroom: Animal Signs/ Snowshoe Trek Ages 6 - 8.Home-schoolers learn about thenatural world through indoor andoutdoor activities, including ahike, during this four-week seriesof science education classes.Additional dates in series:January 29, February 5, & 19.Time: 1 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $12 per class/$45 for the series.*
Saturday, March 2
Third Annual CommunityGar den ConferenceThe Friends of The FrelinghuysenArboretum and Rutgers Coopera-
tive Extension present the AnnualCommunity Garden Conference.The impressive list of speakersaddress topics, such as seed saving, bee keeping, organic control of common vegetable insects, growingsmall fruits, best management prac-tices for garden coordinators, andmore. The keynote speaker, JoanDye Gussow, author and professor emeritus of Columbia University,is titled by the New York Timesas “matriarch of the local foodmovement.” For complete details,visit www.arboretumfriends.org.Lunch is provided. The snow dateis Sunday, March 3.Time: 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $60.*
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Maple Sugar Festival All Ages.Enjoy “Hikes through Maple Sug-aring History,” games, maple syrup
snow cones, crafts, syrup taste tests,and more! Rain or shine.Time: 12 Noon - 4 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $4.
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Saturday, March 2& Sunday, March 3
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center
for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Enjoya great way to get the familyoutdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
Sunday, March 3
Tripod Rock Hike: Moderate
Ages 7 & Up.Visit the famous “rock star”, bal-anced atop the ridgeline on thismoderate trek.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.*
Monday, March 4
Toddler Trek: Owl Prowl Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Youngsters learn about owls thatlive in the swamp and enjoy a
story read outdoors.Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Garden Sprouts:Giants in the GardenAges 3 - 5 with an adult.Who or what is the biggest in thegarden? Trees, of course.Time: 11 a.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $7.*
Tuesday, March 5
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. Alladults are welcome.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Scherman HoffmanSanctuary, Bernardsville.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.
Wednesdays, March 6through April 10
Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy discovering the wondersof nature through six weeks of walks, activities, and crafts!Time: 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $55.*
Thursday, March 7
Bus Trip to the Philadelphia Flower ShowThis years’ show, “Brilliant!”reflects the culture and horticultureof the United Kingdom. Receivethe royal treatment as you explorethe world’s most celebrated grow-ers and designers. Remember towear good walking shoes!Time: Bus leaves the parking lotat 10:30 a.m. SHARP, and returnsat approximately 8:30 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $85.*
Thursdays, March 7through April 11
Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Toddlers enjoy discovering the won-
ders of nature through six weeks of walks, activities, and crafts.Time: 9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $55.*
Saturday, March 9
Little Critters’ Story TimeAges 3 - 6.Each month, hear nature storiesread aloud and take part in fun ac-tivities like crafts, games, or walks
that build upon the stories’ themes.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*
Weekend Family Walk: EasyAll Ages.These guided walks are designedfor families with children of vari-ous ages. Stroll the wooded trailsand discover the animals and plants found on Pyramid Moun-tain in winter.
Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $2 per person, age 2 & up.*
Saturday, March 9& Sunday, March 10
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Enjoya great way to get the familyoutdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
* Preregistration required: Contact the appropriate facility or phone number listed.
Sunday, March 10
Hummingbirds 101Get ready, get set, Ruby-throatedHummingbirds are coming. Evenif you think you know every-
thing about these winged jewels,expect to be surprised by whatyou learn during this presenta-tion by Pat Sutton, naturalist andwildlife gardener. She shows youan actual hummingbird nest andshares essential tips on how toready your yard so that you canbe entertained by a blizzard of hummingbirds for the next fivemonths. A book signing followsthe presentation.Time: 1:30 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $25.*
Monday, March 11
Garden Sprouts:More Than Just Mud Ages 3 - 5 with an adult.Soil is where plant life begins.Learn how to make soil, who needssoils, and what it’s good for.Time: 11 a.m.Location: Frelinghuysen
Arboretum.Cost: $7.*
Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Tuesday, March 12
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails! Alladults are welcome.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Patriots’ Path,Mendham Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.
Pre-School Walk: Peepers and QuackersAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Listen to the chorus of frogs sing-ing throughout the swamp. What’sall that noise about? Join us for afrog-spotting walk and craft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Toddler Trek: Spring’s Almost Here!Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Search for signs that spring is com-ing, and enjoy a story read outdoors!Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*
Friday, March 15
Frog JamboreeAll ages!The spring peepers and wood frogsare calling from our vernal pools.Learn about these two frogs whilelistening to their chorus.Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*
Saturday, March 16
10th Annual Matilda’s Tea Party: Waltzing MatildaAges 6 & Up.Celebrate with your favoriteyoung companion and enjoy ahigh tea. Learn the dances thatone hundred years ago, young people knew and enjoyed.Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $30 per person.
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Saturday, March 16& Sunday, March 17
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a picture of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. Enjoya great way to get the family
outdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
Sunday, March 17
Green Trail Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.Take this St. Patrick’s Day hikeon the Turkey Mountain green
trail as we search the forests for that “pot of gold.”Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.*
Cooking Demonstration:Traditional Irish Food In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, pre- pare traditional Irish dishes, such asIrish soda bread, boxty, colcannon,and more. Irish coffee, anyone?Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $25.*
Paint It Black Want to add some drama to your garden? Add a black plant! Enjoyan illustrated talk on these dark beauties, and then plant a flat of black annuals, such as Black BoyBachelor Buttons or CherokeeLettuce. The discussion includes black hued groundcovers, annu-als, perennials, trees, shrubs, and
vines. A complete plant list isincluded.Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $15.*
Monday, March 18
Toddler Trek: Spring has Sprung Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Stroll along the trails to see, hear,smell, and touch what’s awakeand active as spring warms theEarth. Stop to hear a spring-themed story along the way.Time: 9:30 a.m. or 10:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*
Garden Sprouts: Peek-A-BooAges 3 - 5 with an adult.As the days get longer and warm-er, plant are waking up. A walk around the Arboretum shows usearly plants, buds and flowers.Time: 11 a.m.
Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $7.*
Tuesday, March 19
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. All
adults are welcome.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Jockey Hollow Na-tional Park, Harding Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.
Pre-School Walk: Peepers and QuackersAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Listen to the chorus of frogs sing-ing throughout the forest. What’sall that noise about? Join us for afrog-spotting walk and craft.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain.Cost: $5.*
Wednesday, March 20
Home-School Walks: Macro MayhemAll Ages.Tiny aquatic creatures can tell us animportant story about water quality.Join in the adventure as an NJDEPWatershed Ambassador takes usthrough a study of the inhabitants of nearby waterways. Learn how human
actions impact which creatures arefound here. Play games that teachabout their lifecycles. Wear boots, and
be prepared to “get your hands dirty.”Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $8 per child ages 3 & up.*
Vernal Equinox Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.The days are growing longer andspring is near. Join this hike for some equinox history, folklore, and
a glimpse of the waxing full moon.Time: 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*
Grow, Cook, Eat Each month, Program SpecialistsGwen Montgomery and Cynthia Triolofocus on a different garden vegetable,while offering growing suggestions, planting tips, new varieties, andrecipes. This month’s topic is LeafyGreens. We have seeds, recipes, and a
tasting sample to get you motivated toget into the garden and begin planting.Time: 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $20.*
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Thursday, March 21
Signs of Spring All Ages.The swamp is starting to come tolife. Frogs are singing in the ver-
nal pools, skunk cabbage is flow-ering, and red-winged blackbirdsare calling in the marsh. Comeout to witness all these excitingsigns of spring for yourself.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*
Friday, March 22
Owl Calling bythe Light of the MoonEnjoy a moonlit walk through
Bamboo Brook Outdoor Educa-tion Center with New Jersey Con-servation Foundation staff biolo-gist, Emile DeVito. Late winter isa great time to listen to and callfor breeding owls. Walk with usalong woodland edges and listenfor courtship duets. This walk makes for a unique “Friday nightdate,” and a great family program.For more information, pleasecontact [email protected]: 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Frog Frenzy Walk All Ages.Early spring is the season to findspring peepers and wood frogssinging throughout the forest andmarshes of the Great Swamp.Learn all about these minuteamphibians and possibly catch a
glimpse of them.Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*
Frogs in Love: EasyAges 5 & Up.Find out which frogs are out theresinging love songs. Bring binocu-lars or borrow ours.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.*
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stopby the Haggerty Education Center
for this month’s nature photoscavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. En-joy a great way to get the familyoutdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
Sunday, March 24
Welcome Back Turtles!
All Ages!Turtles are coming out of their winter’s sleep. Join us to learn allthe cool facts from what they eatto knowing the parts of their shell.Walk out to the pond to view theturtles, and meet a LIVE boxturtle afterwards.Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3. *
Monday, March 25
Garden Sprouts: Seed StartersAges 3 - 5 with an adult.Spring is here, and it’s time toget planting. Look at seeds anddiscover just how many differentkinds there are.Time: 11 a.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $7.*
Tuesday, March 26
Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails. Alladults are welcome.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Lewis Morris CountyPark, Morris Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.
Wednesday, March 27
Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor
program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5
Saturday, March 30
Weekend Family Walk All Ages.Take to the trails to discover theunique animals and plants found at
the Great Swamp. Everyone’s sure tolearn some amazing new nature facts.Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $2.*
Nurture a Native Plant Ages 6 & Up.What’s the buzz about native plants? Do you have any in your garden? Learn why pollinatorslove native plants. Make a craft andget some native seeds to take home
and plant, just in time for spring!Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5 per child.*
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Saturday, March 30& Sunday March 31
Family Photo Scavenger Hunt Grab a camera or phone and stop by the Haggerty Education Center for this month’s nature photo
scavenger hunt. Take a photo of every item and get a prize. Themeand prizes change monthly. En- joy a great way to get the familyoutdoors year round.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $10 per family.*
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Mennen Sports Arena973-326-7651
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