Family Nature Program - Trail Signs and TreasureFriday, August 1 at 11:00 amLearn how to make and follow trail signs, and then using signs and a special map, go on a search for hidden “treasure.” Meet at the Life Trail in the Winter trail use parking lot. (Families with children ages 5-10)
Lake Life- Sawmill LakeSaturday, August 2 at 7:00 pmWhat (and who) lives in Sawmill Lake? Borrow a net and join the park naturalist to find out. We’ll meet at the Sawmill Lake boat launch at 7:00 and will be netting in the Lake near campsite two—stop by any time.
Family Nature Program - Scavenger Hunt at Lake MarciaFriday, August 8 at 12:30 pmUse all your senses to search the beach area and the nearby lakeside for a variety of natural artifacts. Meet by the swings at the beach. (Families with children ages 5-10)
Night Hike to the Ayers FieldsSaturday, August 9 at 7:30 pmCome experience the park as day slides into night. We’ll walk to the fields and then spend some time there watching and listening as the stars come out and the birds and animals settle into their nighttime routine. Then we’ll then hike back in the full dark, covering about two miles in all. To make the most of this experience, we ask that you not use flashlights—you’ll be surprised by how much you can see by light of the moon and the stars. You may wish to bring a blanket or something to sit on while we are at the fields. Inclement weather may cancel this program. Call 973-875-1471 if in doubt. Meet at Sawmill Lake boat launch. (Adults/Children age ten and up)
Family Nature Program - Journaling/Art in NatureFriday, August 15 at 12:30 pmA nature journal can be just about anything you want it to be—a place where you can collect ideas, observations, drawings, photographs, stories… Come make a basic journal and record the results of a few simple artistic and observation exercises in its pages. (If you prefer, you can bring and use your own sketchbook or notebook). Meet at the Interpretive Center. (Families with children ages 5-10)
Sunset/Moonrise HikeSaturday, August 16 at 6:30 pmWe’ll hike a one-mile stretch of Appalachian Trail and end at an observation platform that gives us an unobstructed view of the setting sun and the rising full moon. We’ll return to our cars in the dark via an easier route. The hike on the AT is moderately difficult with a rough and rocky surface—sturdy footwear is a must! Inclement weather may cancel this program. Call 973-875-1471 if in doubt. Meet at the Park Office. (Adults/Children age ten and up)
Family Nature Program - Monarchs and MilkweedFriday, August 22 at 12:30 pmMonarch butterflies and several other insects rely on milkweed plans for their survival. Come beat the heat in the air-conditioned Interpretive Center and watch a DVD about monarch butterflies, and then take a short walk to search for milkweed plants and to discover what critters are living amongst their leaves. Meet at the Interpretive Center. (Families with children ages 5-10)
Night InsectsSaturday, August 23 at 8:00 pmLate summer nights are filled with the sounds of insects. Come learn about katydids, crickets, moths and others. Bring a flashlight and we’ll go on an after-dark bug hunt. Meet at the Interpretive Center. (Families with children ages 6-11)
Family Nature Study - Boulders to PebblesFriday, August 29 at 11:00 amHigh Point is a rocky place. In fact, if it weren’t for rocks, there would be no High Point, so come learn a bit about rocks and the geologic forces that shaped the mountain. Meet on the patio of the building by the beach. (Families with children ages 5-10)
Sunset Mountaintop Talk/Scavenger HuntSaturday, August 30 at 7:00 pmCome watch the sunset from the highest spot in New Jersey. The park Interpretive Specialist will give a brief talk about the history of Kittatinny Mountain and will have scavenger hunts on hand for the kids. Meet by the steps to the Monument plaza.
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