List of Member Events

Date: May 10, 2008
Spring Kick Off
Organization: Greater Newark Conservancy
Location: Outdoor Learning Center, 32 Prince Street, Newark, NJ
Time: 9am – 1pm
Contact Name: (for more information or to sign up) Michele Robinson
Contact Phone Number: 973.642.4646
Contact Email: gnc@citybloom.org
Description: Bring your friends, family and especially the children as we kick off the Spring planting season! There will be a number of fun and free activities for the entire family including berry tastings, guided garden tours, gardening tips, a plant sale and a FREE tree give away (for Newark residents)

Date: May 13, 2008
Where Does Your Water Come From?
Organization: Great Swamp Watershed Association
Location: 568 Tempe Wick Road, Harding Township (next to Jockey Hollow)
To register: Visit www.GreatSwamp.org
Or Call 973-538-3500, x22
Description: A hot breakfast buffet is included. Seating is open to the public and limited to 50 people so advance reservations are requested. Donations are appreciated.

Date: May 17, 2008 (rain date May 18)
6th Annual Ride for the River Motorcycle Poker Run
Organization: South Branch Watershed Association
Location: Spruce Run Recreation Area (start) 1 Van Syckels Road, Clinton, NJ 08809
Time: Check in: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Contact Name: (for more information or to sign up) Lynn Becker
Contact Phone Number: 908 782-0422 ext 13
Description: A fund raising motorcycle poker run through the beautiful South Branch Raritan River Watershed to benefit the SBWA. Prizes for “top hands”, Bike Show, picnic at end of run with refreshments and music by The John Austin Band. Registration fee: $25 per rider (pre-reg receives t-shirt). Picnic only - $10

Date: May 17, 2008
Spring Fun: 2nd Annual Kids Day
Organization: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
Location: 170 Longview Road, Far Hills, NJ 07931
Time: 9:00 am - Noon
Contact Name: (for more information or to sign up)
Contact Phone Number: 908-234-1225
Contact Email: Lauren@njconservation.org
Description
Children will learn the wonders of nature and have fun at the same time while completing a scavenger hunt in this lovely park setting. Other games and crafts will delight children ages 2-10. Registration is required.

Date: May 18, 2008
24th Annual Nature Day
Organization: Flat Rock Brook Nature Association
Location: 443 Van Nostrand Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631
Time: 11:00 am to 4:00 pm
Contact Name: (for more information or to sign up) Stephen Wiessner
Contact Phone Number: (201) 567-1265
Contact Email: steve@flatrockbrook.org
Description: Flat Rock Brook's celebration of Nature in May draws families from far and wide. Games for children, canoe rides on the pond, face painting, special nature programs, music, live animals and nature exhibitions all add up to a day of fun for all who attend.

Date: May 27, 2008
Play A Round for Wildlife
Organization: Conserve Wildlife Foundation of NJ
Location: Stanton Ridge Golf & Country Club, Whitehouse Station, NJ
Contact Name: (for more information or to sign up) Debbi Nichols
Contact Phone Number: (609) 894-6012
Contact Email: debbi.nichols@conservewildlifenj.org
Description: The Conserve Wildlife Foundation of NJ invites you to Play a Round for Wildlife – enjoy a spectacular day of golf at Stanton Ridge Golf and Country Club. Join us for a great day that benefits one of New Jersey’s greatest resources – its rare and wonderful wildlife.

Date: June 10, 2008
What's in your Water?
Organization: Great Swamp Watershed Association
Location: 568 Tempe Wick Road, Harding Township (next to Jockey Hollow)
To register: Visit www.GreatSwamp.org
Or Call 973-538-3500, x22
Description: A hot breakfast buffet is included. Seating is open to the public and limited to 50 people so advance reservations are requested. Donations are appreciated.

Date: June 14, 2008
Celebrating the Treasures of the South Branch
Organization: South Branch Watershed Association
Location: Red Mill Museum; Clinton, NJ
Time:10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Contact Name: (for more information or to sign up) Lynn Becker
Contact Phone Number: 908 782-0422
Contact Email: lynnbecker@sbwa.org
Description: A unique community event that will feature activities that focus on environment, recreation, and history:

Interactive opportunity to experience the outstanding Waterways Stewardship Program that SBWA offers in our local elementary and middle schools

Demonstrations and participation in river related recreation

Exhibits and demonstrations of various environmentally friendly activities such as composting, recycling, well-testing, and many others

Children’s games involving the three focus areas

Live entertainment and food

Vendors, craftsmen, non-profit organizations that reflect the theme of the event

We are seeking sponsors and exhibitors for this exciting new event. Admission to the event is free to the public.

Date: Tuesday, June 17
Photo Workshop with Dwight Hiscano
Organization: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
Location: 170 Longview Road, Far Hills, NJ 07931
Time: 9am - Noon
Contact Name: (for more information or to sign up)
Contact Phone Number: 908-234-1225
Contact Email: Lauren@njconservation.org
Description
This professional photographer will offer a brief description of photography equipment, techniques, locations, film processing, and printing and framing. An hour of field work will help you assess the potential of a natural setting for artistically rendering images on film. The field work will be followed by a slide presentation including discussion of locations & subjects, proper exposure, behavior of natural light and more! Registration is required and a $20 per person fee is payable in advance. Space is limited to 20 participants.

Date: Saturday, August 9
Butterfly Walk Through The Park
Organization: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
Location: 170 Longview Road, Far Hills, NJ 07931
Time: 10:30am – 12:30pm
Contact Name: (for more information or to sign up) Lauren Ramos
Contact Phone Number: 908-234-1225
Contact Email: Lauren@njconservation.org
Description
Our resident biologist, Dr. Emile DeVito, will spark the interest of children and adults alike with little known facts about New Jersey’s beautiful butterflies and tips on creating gardens to attract caterpillars and butterflies. After a brief presentation, take a walk to find and identify the numerous butterflies in the park! Registration is required.

Date: September 13 &14, 2008
26th Annual Wings ‘n Water Festival
Organization: The Wetlands Institute
Location: Stone Harbor, New Jersey
Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Contact Name: (for more information or to sign up) Cindy O’Connor
Contact Phone Number: 609-368-1211
Contact Email: coc@wetlandsinsitute.org
Description: An award winning, family fun “Celebration of the Coast” featuring a premiere wildlife art, carving, photography and craft show along with boat cruises, children’s activities, back bay kayaking , bird/beach/dune walks, live animals, food court, fly casting and retriever demos. Volunteer opportunities for all activities.

Date: September 13, 2008
Organic Gardening with Mark Canright
Organization: New Jersey Conservation Foundation
Location: 170 Longview Road, Far Hills, NJ 07931
Time: 9:30am – 11:30am
Contact Name: (for more information or to sign up) Lauren Ramos
Contact Phone Number: 908-234-1225
Contact Email: Lauren@njconservation.org
Description: Organic farmer Mark Canright will delight you with his dry sense of humor while giving valuable tips on how to grow organic produce. There will be activities for the children including planting seeds to take home and grow. Registration is required.