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Friday, November 11, 2022

Check Out These Awesome Fall Activities!

Morris County Park Commission

This Week:

WW1 WILLOWS TOUR

November 12

Join a WW1 Doughboy for a guided tour through the Willows. Explore the impact of the conflict on the Foster family, the workers, Morris County and the world. Learn more!

Cost: $5 per person. Preregistration is required.

ww1 willows

 

s'more fun trail runS’MORE FUN TRAIL RUN & 1-MILE FAMILY FUN RUN/WALK

November 13 - Today is your last chance to register!

The S’more Fun Trail run features a chip timed 5k race or a 1-mile family fun run/walk at Central Park of Morris County’s cross-country course. All ages and skill levels are welcome. After your run, stop by the campfire to warm up and roast some marshmallows! Everything is S’MORE fun around the campfire! Not in the area? We have you covered! Sign up for our virtual option and run (or walk) the race wherever you please. See more!

Cost: $30 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

deerCOURSES IN NATURE: DEALING WITH DEER

November 13

In this series, nature-minded adults can take a deep dive into various natural history topics each month with an expert naturalist. In this session, join us for an indoor presentation followed by a walk through the Great Swamp to discuss the issues caused by New Jersey's white-tailed deer population and what can be done to help correct the problems. Click here to find out more!

Cost: $12 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

fall scavenger huntFALL SCAVENGER HUNT

November 14

So much is happening in the natural world as the season changes! Join a naturalist to look for signs of fall as we complete a scavenger hunt together. Learn more here!

Cost: $7 per child. Preregistration is required.

 

puddle jumpersPUDDLE JUMPERS: OH DEER!

November 14

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, we learn all about deer with touchable artifacts, a walk on the trails to look for deer and signs they left behind and a fun game! Parents can stay or drop off. See more!

Cost: $7 per child. Preregistration is required.

 

In-Person Home School DaysHOMESCHOOL DAYS: LENAPE LIFE

November 15

Visit an authentic wigwam model in the forest, decorated to look like it's lived in and discover how the Lenape Indians of NJ used nature to survive. Play the games Lenape children played, and even make one to take home!

Learn more here.

Cost: $10-15 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

hibernatesWHO HIBERNATES?

November 16 at Pyramid Mountain and November 17 at Great Swamp

Which animals sleep for the cold winter months and how do they do it? From Black bears to groundhogs, discover fascinating facts about what gives these incredible animals the ability to sleep for sooooo long! Join us for an interactive PowerPoint followed by fun activities. Click here to find out more!

Cost: $7 per child. Preregistration is required.

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