Morris County Government: Parks Programs: Birds, Animal Tracks, Creepy Crawlies

Chatham NJ

19 February, 2021

12:47 PM

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Press release from the Morris County Government: Press Releases Parks Programs: Birds, Animal Tracks, Creepy Crawlies Posted Thursday, February 18th, 2021 Both In-Person and Virtual Programs Nature lovers, history buffs, photographers, parents and youngsters will all find something to pique their interest at Morris County Parks. Peruse all special events at Morris County Parks, or visit the calendar to search by date. Many parks host walks with youngsters. check the calendar. Here are a FEW highlights: Virtual Wild Animal Experts: Tricky Tracks Winter is a great time to learn who has been out & about in nature. Learn to identify some common tracks that are routinely seen this time of year. All ages Use the link you receive upon registration to log in anytime on Feb. 20 – 21. Free Register here. Preregistration is required. For more information, call 973.635.6629. Virtual Home School Days: Water Habitat Plants can live in different kinds of water habitats. Discover how some plants can survive under the water, how they photosynthesize, and how they interact with other water creatures. Pick up supplies at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Ages 6 – 12 Feb. 23 from 1-2 p.m. Cost: $12, including materials fee Register here. For more information, call 973.326.7601. Virtual Creepy Crawlies! In this LIVE virtual program, meet our resident creepy crawlies and learn what makes an insect an insect. Can you conquer the insect true or false challenge? Ages 4 & Up. Tuesday, February 23, 4 – 4:45 p.m. Cost: $10 per household. Register here. Preregistration is required. For more information, call 973.635.6629. Virtual Winter Birds Winter Birds: Gather around the feeders to learn to identify our winter resident birds. Learn the correct way to use binoculars, and find out how you can be part of ongoing citizen science projects that help to determine the health of bird populations. Ages 6-12 Feb. 25 from Cost: $10 Register here. For more information, 973.635.6629. Virtual Top Ten Gardening Questions Answered and More! How do I prune my hydrangeas? How do I prune my clematis? Is it time to divide my peonies? These and other common garden questions will be answered by Ann Fahey, Superintendent of Horticulture Education. Thursday, Feb. 25 from noon to 12:45 p.m. Cost: $10 per person. Preregistration is required. Register here. For more information, call 973.326.7601. In-Person Family Swamp Stroll Get outside with a peaceful nature walk at the Great Swamp, learning about the wildlife and plants along the way. All ages Friday, February 26, 10 – 11 a.m. Location: Great Swamp Environmental Education Center, 247 Southern Boulevard, Chatham Township, 07928. Cost: $5 per person, age 3 & up. FREE per child under age 3. Register here. Preregistration is required. For more information, call 973.635.6629. This press release was produced by the Morris County Government. The views expressed here are the author's own.