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Spring Meadow Golf Course
· Reserve tee times seven days in advance
· Tournament packages available
· Restaurant and catering available at the Spring Meadow Inn
· Minutes from the Garden State Parkway, the New Jersey Turnpike and Interstate 195
· For information, reservations and fees call: (732) 449-0806
The History of Belleplain State Forest
Call for dates and times
Fee: None
Belleplain State Forest
(609) 861-2404
Note: Presented by Thomas Champion; ADA accessible
D & R Canal State Park Nature and History Interpretive Hikes,
Bike Tours and Programs
Fee: None
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park
(609) 924-5705
Note: Call for dates, topics and times; ADA accessible
Boy Scout and Girl Scout Programs
Fee: None
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park
(609) 924-5705
Note: Call for more details; ADA accessible
Double Trouble Village Tours & Hikes
Fee: None
Double Trouble State Park
(732) 341-4098
Note: Call for dates and times
Science & Social Studies Class Field Trips
Fee: None
Double Trouble State Park
(732) 341-4098
Note: Call for more information
Boy Scout and Girl Scout Advancement Programs
Fee: None
Double Trouble State Park
(732) 341-4098
Note: Call for more information
Winter Trails Day Showshoe Event
Call for date and time
Fee: None
High Point State Park, Cross Country Ski Center
Sponsor: High Point Cross Country Ski Center
(973) 702-1222
Historic Interpretive Tours of Somers Mansion
Call for dates and times
Fee: None
Somers Mansion Historic Site
(609) 927-2212
Note: Somers Mansion is the oldest home in Atlantic County
Victorian Christmas
Call for dates/times
Fee: None
Wharton State Forest, Batsto Historic Village
(609) 561-0024
Interpretive Hikes And Programs
Call for dates and times
Fee: None
High Point State Park
(973) 875-1471
January 1
Diesel Train Operates for the Public
Noon
Fee: None
Allaire State Park, Pine Creek Railroad
Sponsor: NJ Museum of Transportation
(732) 938-5524
24th Annual New Year’s Day Hike
10 a.m.
Fee: None
Kittatinny Valley State Park, Footbridge Park
Sponsor: Paulinskill Valley Trail Committee
(908) 684-4820
New Year’s Hike
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Lot
(908) 236-6355
Note: Dress warmly
January 2
New Year’s Hike
10 a.m.
Fee: None
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park (Washington Crossing)
(609) 924-5705
Note: ADA accessible
January 3
New Year Hike
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Cheesequake State Park, Interpretive Center
(732) 566-3208
New Year Resolution Hike
1 to 3 p.m.
Fee: None
Double Trouble State Park
(732) 341-4098
January 9
Wildflowers in Winter
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: For adults; ADA accessible
Winter Foodways Hearth Cooking Class
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: Call for information and fee; pre-registration required
Washington Crossing State Park, Johnson Ferry House
(609) 737-2515
Sponsor: Open Hearth Cook
Note: Class limited to 12 persons
Video: “Washington’s Weather”
2 p.m.
Fee: None
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
For the Birds
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Liberty State Park, Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
Note: ADA accessible
Winter Trails Day
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
High Point State Park
Snowshoeing has become a very popular winter activity. Come find out
why! If you've ever been curious about snowshoes, this is a great
opportunity to try out different types. During this day-long snowshoe
festival at the High Point Cross Country Ski Center, vendors will be on
hand to give you a chance to try and/or buy snowshoes. You can give the
shoes a trial-run on free, naturalist-guided tours that begin at 11:00
AM and 1:00 PM For more information call the Ski Center at 973-702-1222
or go to www.xcskihighpoint.com.
January 10
Winter Wildlife Hike
10 a.m.
Fee: None
Cape May Point State Park
(609) 884-2159
Note: ADA accessible
Winter Tree Identification
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Cheesequake State Park, Interpretive Center
(732) 566-3208
Invasive Plant Patrol
9 a.m. to noon
Fee: None, pre-registration required
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center
(609) 737-0623
WCSPsupt@comcast.net
Note: Join park staff to learn about invasive plants and how they affect native plant communities; patrol teams will be weeding outdoors; dress accordingly and bring gloves; tools and supplies will be provided
January 13
Wednesday Walk in the Woods
10 a.m.
Fee: None
Bass River State Forest, Lake Absegami Parking Lot
(609) 296-1114
Note: 5- to 6-miles on flat ground; bring drink and lunch
Wildflowers in Winter
1 to 2:30 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: For adults; ADA accessible
January 14
Winter Wonders Story Hour
11 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: For adults with children ages 4 and 5; ADA accessible
January 16
Millrace Hike
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: None
Double Trouble State Park
(732) 341-4098
Video: “John Paul Jones: Captain of the High Seas”
2 p.m.
Fee: None
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
Pinelands Winter Shrubs & Trees Hike
10 a.m.
Fee: None
Wharton State Forest
(609) 567-4559
Note: 2- to 4-mile hike
Candlelight Tours of Somers Mansion
Tours on the half-hour offered at 6, 6:30, 7 and 7:30 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
(609) 927-2212
Note: Space is limited. Please call ahead for directions, as there is currently road construction in the area.
Nature in Winter Snowshoe Walk
11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
High Point State Park
Adults/Children ages 8 and up. Registration is required by 4:00 PM the
day before the walk. Call 973-875-1471 or email
highpointprograms@gmail.com. Locations vary. Directions provided when
you register. Winter can be a quiet time, but there's still lots to
explore. While on the trail we'll look for tracks and signs of wintering
wildlife, observe dormant trees, plants, insects, and much more. Whether
we go by boot or by snowshoe will depend on the weather. A limited
number of snowshoes (child and adult sizes) are available for use during
these walks if snow conditions are suitable. Snowshoes must be reserved
in advance.
January 17
“Lost in the Woods” A Children’s Survival Program
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Cheesequake State Park, Interpretive Center
(732) 566-3208
Note: Children ages 6 to 11; ADA accessible
Bird Walk
8:15 a.m.
Fee: None
Monmouth Battlefield State Park
(732) 462-9616
Guide: NJ Audubon Society member
Note: Bring binoculars; meet at Visitors Center
January 21
Owls: Silent Hunters of the Night
4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: For adults and children ages 8 to 12; ADA accessible
January 21-22
Fledgling Naturalists: Trees in Winter
Thursday, January 21, 2010 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Or Friday, January 22, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
High Point State Park
For 3 to 5 year-olds with an adult partner. Class size is limited.
Registration is required. Call 973-875-1471 or email highpointprograms@gmail.com.Come explore trees in winter. Learn how they
cope with the cold and explore tree shapes and textures. Weather
permitting, we'll give snowshoes a try. Fledgling Naturalist programs
are designed to encourage young children's curiosity, engaging them
hands-on in the natural world, through outdoor activities, stories,
games, and crafts.
January 23
Discover Kittatinny Valley State Park Family Nature Hike
11 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: Family program for all ages
Papermaking
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Liberty State Park Interpretive Center
(201) 915-3409
Note: ADA accessible
Video: “Paul Revere: The Midnight Rider”
2 p.m.
Fee: None
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
Snow and Ice Celebration
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
High Point State Park
High Point is the snowiest spot in New Jersey and ice has played an
important role in the mountain's story for thousands of years. This day
is dedicated to the slippery stuff. Activities will include making bird
feeders, old-fashioned ice fishing demonstrations, a talk by High Point
weather expert, Nick Stefano, and a sing-along and refreshments by a
roaring fire. If weather conditions are unsuitable on January 23rd, this
event will take place on Sunday, January 24th. For more detailed
information call the Interpretive Center at 973-875-1471 or email highpointprograms@gmail.com
January 24
Chicken Whittle Demonstration
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Cheesequake State Park, Interpretive Center
(732) 566-3208
Note: ADA accessible
Annual Meeting
1:30 p.m.
Fee: None; donations welcome
2009 membership renewals due
Hancock House State Historic Site
Lower Alloway Creek Municipal Building,
Hancocks Bridge
(856) 935-4373
Sponsor: Friends of the Hancock House Inc. and
Hancock House State Historic Site
Note: Partially ADA accessible
Jack Frost Hike
10 to 11:30 a.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Round Valley Recreation Area, South Lot
(908) 236-6355
Note: Take a mid-winter hike and try to find signs of life under the ice and on the frozen ground; dress warmly
Baldpate Mt. Hike
1:30 to 4 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Washington Crossing State Park, Nature Center
(609) 737-0609
January 27
Tracking the Mammals of New Jersey
3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: For adults and children ages 8 to 12; ADA accessible
January 28
Winter Wonders
11 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: For adults with children ages 4 and 5; ADA accessible
January 29
Homeschool Naturalists
10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
High Point State Park
Children ages 6 to 9, accompanied by an adult. Registration is required.
Please call 973-875-1471 or email highpointprograms@gmail.com. In
January we'll explore winter wildlife and the tracks and signs they
leave behind. These hands-on activities provide homeschoolers with
opportunities to explore the natural world and interact with other
homeschooled students. Suggestions for further study and resources will
be provided for each program.
Homeschool Adventurers
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
High Point State Park
Children ages 9 to 13, accompanied by an adult. Registration is
required. Please call 973-875-1471 or email highpointprograms@gmail.com.
In January we will explore the winter lives of High Point's wildlife and
try our hand at becoming trackers. If there isn't much snow, we'll play
some trail games and practice tracking each other. Dress warmly and plan
to cover about two miles. These monthly programs offer older
homeschoolers opportunities to get out "in the field" through a series
of thematic hikes with hands-on activities and lessons. In addition to
fresh air and exercise, there will be time for students to socialize and
work cooperatively together. Older and/or younger siblings are welcome
to accompany us. In the case of younger siblings, they will need to be
able walk the planned distance.
After School Trek: Nature in Winter at Dusk
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
High Point State Park
Families w/children ages 6 to 10. Registration is required by 4:00 PM
the day before the walk. Call 973-875-1471 or email highpointprograms@gmail.com. Come explore nature in winter during this
active, afterschool program. If there's snow we'll go snowshoeing and
learn to read animal tracks. If there isn't, we'll go on a one to
two-mile walk to explore other aspects of nature in winter. A limited
number of snowshoes, (child and adult sizes) are available for use
during these walks if snow conditions are suitable. Snowshoes must be
reserved when you register.
January 30
8th Annual Hot Chocolate Hike/Snowshoe
10 a.m. to noon
Fee: None; pre-registration required
Kittatinny Valley State Park
(973) 786-6445
Note: For adults; bring your favorite mug and snowshoes (if necessary)
Video: “Thomas Jefferson: Philosopher of Freedom”
2 p.m.
Fee: None
Washington Crossing State Park, Visitor Center Museum
(609) 737-9303
Note: ADA accessible
Winter Wildlife: Tracks and Signs
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
High Point State Park
Adults/Children ages 6 and up. Registration is required by 4:00 PM the
day before the program. Call 973-875-1471 or email highpointprograms@gmail.com. We don't usually get the chance to observe
wild animals in action but the signs they leave behind offer a window
into their world. Come learn the basics of interpreting the tracks and
signs of local wildlife. After this indoor presentation you can either
head outside to complete a "Signs of Wildlife" scavenger hunt or
practice being a tracker in the Interpretive Center.
Nature in Winter by Moonlight
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
High Point State Park
Adults/Children ages 7 and up. Registration is required by 4:00 PM the
day before the walk. Call 973-875-1471 or email
highpointprograms@gmail.com. Bright, moonlit winter nights are an
unforgettable time to be out exploring at High Point. Join us for a one
to two mile naturalist-guided walk by moonlight. A limited number of
snowshoes, (child and adult sizes) are available for use during these
walks if snow conditions are suitable. Snowshoes must be reserved in
advance.
January 31
Recycled Tree Craft
1 p.m.
Fee: None
Cheesequake State Park, Interpretive Center
(732) 566-3208
Note: ADA accessible
Groundhog Day Celebration
10 a.m.
Fee: None
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park, Kingston Office
(609) 924-5705
Note: ADA accessible
