Fall Fun Things to Do!

 

This Week:   CREATURES OF THE NIGHT October 14 Discover different types of wildlife that come out at night; from racoons to barred owls to river otters; as well as the adaptations that allow these animals to thrive and survive in the dark. After starting indoors with some fun activities, head out on the trail in the fading light to search for nighttime animals. Bring a flashlight. Come join us! Cost: $15 per person. Preregistration required.   FALL FELTING WORKSHOP October 14 Come embrace the spooky side of fiber arts with our Fall Felting workshop! Participants will learn the basics of needle felting, while making a spooky felted decoration for the Halloween season. Learn more here. Cost: $10 per person. Preregistration required.   FOREST BATHING WITH RICH COLLINS, ANFT GUIDE October 15 at Bamboo Brook and October 16 at Frelinghuysen Arboretum Enjoy a combination of Japanese oriented walking, meditation, mindfulness and wellness promotion in the gardens and on the paths of The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Wear comfortable shoes for walking. Click here for more info! Cost: $20 per person. Preregistration is required.   LEAFY LEAVES FOR LITTLES October 16 Let's go hunt for leaves of different colors, shapes and sizes! Enjoy a fall-themed story and stroll the trail for a colorful walk. Click here for more info! Cost: $7 per child. Preregistration is required.   PUDDLE JUMPERS: THE SCOOP ON POOP October 17 Has your child outgrown our Toddler Treks but still craves adventures in nature? Puddle Jumpers is for you! Join Miss Jenny to discover new things about the natural world through stories, games, activities and guided walks.  This month, learn all about animal poop - who made it, what they ate and what it can tell us! Parents can stay or drop off. Click here for more info! Cost: $7 per child. Preregistration is required.

Spotlight On: FALL FARM FUN Saturdays and Sundays in October Fall festivities have begun at Fosterfields...Experience the Autumn season the old-fashioned way! Watch apples being pressed into cider, take a wagon ride, and pick your own pumpkins! Pumpkin guaranteed with pre-registration only. Come to the farm on Saturdays and Sundays in October to experience the season the old-fashioned way. Check it out! Cost: $15 per person. Children aged 2 & under are free. SCARECROWS IN THE GARDEN Saturday, October 1 - Monday, October 31 Scarecrows have returned to The Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Stroll through the gardens and visit the scarecrow display all month long! Cost: FREE.

Look What’s Coming: TEENY TINY TRAIL TALES October 29 Families with small children will enjoy a guided walk full of silly and nature-themed tales told by costumed storytellers along the decorated trails of the Great Swamp. Wear your own costume too! Sign up in advance for a time slot. Check it out! Cost: $5 per person. Preregistration is required. Facilities & Parks | Golf | Mennen | Reservations | Calendar