Educational Public Programs for July 2026

Pre-registration is required for all programs. Registration for June, July, and August programs is available beginning 10:00am on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. Online registration ends 24 hours prior to the start of a program. Pending availability, enrollment may still be possible by calling 908-722-1200 Ext. 5002.

For programs listed as ‘All Ages’, children under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a registered adult. Dress for the weather and wear waterproof boots for all in-person programs.

CANCELLATIONS (by us): Programs are sometimes canceled due to low enrollment or weather conditions. You will be notified by phone and given an option of a credit or a full refund.

CANCELLATIONS (by you): The Somerset County Park Commission will refund program registration fees if notified a minimum of seven days prior to the start of the program. Please note: for all trip-based programs, registration fees will be refunded if notified a minimum of 14 days prior to the start of the program.

The EEC Program Punch Pass

The EEC Program Punch Pass can be secured when you attend an in-person program at the Environmental Education Center. Present the Punch Pass each time you attend a paid program at the EEC. Receive a hole punch for each paid participant within your household. Once you receive 10-hole punches, redeem the Punch Pass for one Leisure Pursuit Card! * Collect as many as you can! Advance registration is required for all paid programs.

*A Leisure Pursuit Card’s value is a maximum of $20 per use and may be applied towards one of the following activities: paddle boat rental, Colonial Park Putting Course, Green Knoll Pitch and Putt, admission to Warrenbrook Pool, tennis court rental, one round of golf, Environmental Science program, hack or intro ride at Lord Stirling Stable or reduced fee for a picnic grove. The cards cannot be redeemed through online or phone-in registration.

Please note: Promotion may end anytime at the Environmental Education Center’s discretion.

Expectations for Meeting at Off-site Locations

  • Naturalist will provide the participant with the trip destination’s meeting time and address. Participant is responsible for obtaining directions.
  • Participants driving themselves are not permitted to follow the SCPC vehicle.
  • Participant must arrive on time. Program will begin at the scheduled meeting time. No exceptions.
  • Arriving at the location is the responsibility of the participant. Refunds will not be issued for any reason.

JULY

Moth Night
(All Ages)
Join us for a night of blacklighting as we document the various species of moths which occur in Lord Stirling Park.
$6 per youth/senior
$7 per adult
Activity Number: 51984
EEC-03         
Friday, July 10
11:00pm-Midnight

Family Nature Walk                                              
(All Ages)
Be curious with a Naturalist on these one-hour adventures into the Great Swamp. Dress for the weather; waterproof boots are strongly recommended. Pre-registration is not required.
FREE                                                                        
Sunday, July 12
10:00am-11:00am

Tot Trek                                           
(Ages infant - 5 with parent)
Calling all tots!  Leave the stroller behind and join a Naturalist for a walk on the trails of Lord Stirling Park. Explore the natural world around you by using all of your senses! You will be surprised to find out how much fun you can have outside!
$10 per pair/$5 per additional child
Activity Number: 51214
EEC-19         
Monday, July 13
10:30am-11:30am

Cool Critters!                                              
(All Ages)
Come and see some truly cool, live critters and learn what helps them to survive in nature. Our guest list includes bugs, reptiles, and more! 
$6 per youth/senior
$7 per adult
Activity Number: 51424
EEC-45         
Sunday, July 19
3:00pm-4:00pm
                       
Storytime Adventure                                                                                                        
(Ages infant-5 with parent)
Come with your little one and enjoy nature and animal stories paired with a small adventure each month. Adventures may include a live critter, a short hike, a craft, or show and tell items.
$10 per pair/$5 per additional child     
Activity Number: 51947
EEC-38                            Snakes
Sunday, July 26
10:00am-11:00am

Raindrops to Rainbows
(All Ages)
Rainbows always seem to appear magically in the sky after a rainstorm!  Join us as we explore how, when, and why rainbows form. We will experiment with the color spectrum and prisms as we discover the recipe for a rainbow.
$6 per youth/senior
$7 per adult
Activity Number: 51521
EEC-23         
Monday, July 27
10:30am-11:30am

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