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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Spooky Season in Coming! Enjoy these spooky and not-so-spooky programs!

 

Morris County Park Commission

September 20, 2023

This Week:

little history explorers at HSLITTLE HISTORY EXPLORERS: BIRDS’ NESTS

September 21

The birds are out at Historic Speedwell and so are we! Join us to learn about the local birds and collect natural materials around the Speedwell site to make a bird’s nest craft. Includes story time, snack, and take-home craft. Find out more!

Cost: $8 per child. Preregistration is required.

 

creatures of the nightBATTY BATS NIGHT WALK

September 22

Join the Conserve Wildlife Foundation in this fascinating night walk to learn about, and hopefully find, bats as they begin their evenings. Learn bat facts along the trail and discover how the bat conservation biologists track the bats and study them! Register for a time slot today! Learn more here.

Cost: $15 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

fall migrationFALL MIGRATION BIRD WALK

September 22

Birds are starting to depart on their migratory journeys and are passing through the Great Swamp on their way. Join us as we search for their more muted colors and listen for their "chips" among the trees with an expert birder. All skill levels welcome. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. Find out more info here.

Cost: $8 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

pond explorationPOND LIFE EXPLORATION

September 27

Come explore the amazing creatures that live in the pond! We will focus on the bugs, snails, and worms that often get overlooked as we dig in the mud and take a closer look at them! Wear clothing for getting wet or muddy. Check it out!

Cost: $7 per child. Preregistration is required.

Look What’s Coming:

yogaSUNSHINE YOGA FOR KIDS: DINOSAURS

September 30

An awesome class for kids who want to play games, use their imaginations, and have FUN! Each class is taught by a licensed yoga instructor and centers around a nature theme. Kids learn 5 yoga poses to use in our games. At the end of every class, we will talk about a “big feeling”, such as being mad, and learn a new tool to help us cope with that feeling. Find out more info here.

Cost: $12 per child. Preregistration is required.

 

strangest thingsSTRANGEST THINGS

October 20, 21, 27, 28

Calling all thrill seekers! Do you love the macabre and stranger side of history? Join us for a night of horrifying historic happenings at Historic Speedwell. Experience the scary side of the past in the haunted Vail House, and the bone-chilling true events of murder, mystery and mayhem surrounding Antoine LeBlanc and the Morristown Ghost are sure to horrify - because the truth is stranger than fiction. Click if you dare!

Cost: $45 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

trail talesTEENY TINY TRAIL TALES

October 28

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! Make sure to sign up for your time slot in advance! Check it out!

Cost: $5 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

TRAIL TALES

October 28

Hear silly, slightly spooky and nature-themed tales told by costumed storytellers along the decorated, glowing nighttime trails of the Great Swamp. Time slots every 15 minutes starting at 5:30. Sign up in advance for a slot - they fill up quickly! Great for families with kids ages 6 & up, scout groups, and adults. Learn more!

Cost: $10 per person. Preregistration is required.

 

s'more fun trail runS’MORE FUN TRAIL RUN

November 12

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. After your run, stop by the campfire to warm up and roast some marshmallows! Everything is S’MORE fun around the campfire! The deadline for T-Shirts is October 20th, so be sure to register before then to secure an awesome shirt!

Not in the area? We have you covered! Sign up for our virtual option and run (or walk) the race wherever you please.

Register today with friends & family, its S’MORE fun together! 

Cost: $30 per person. Preregistration is required.

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