Spring HS Nature Classes

NATURE’S CLASSROOM

Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area in Montville Twp is offering science programs for home school children ages six to twelve years. Each session consists of four two-hour classes that are hands on and suited for experiential learners. To register or for more information on the programs listed: call Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area: 973-334-3130 or e-mail Douglas at dvorolieff@morrisparks.net RSVPs needed ASAP to confirm classes will run!

Classes are:

Tuesdays, 1:30-4pm for 6-8 year olds on April 5, 12, 19, & 26 (topics: Water Cycle, Birds, Reptiles, & Wildflower Hike)

Thursdays: 1:30-4pm for 9-12 year olds on April 7, 14, 21, & May 5 (topics: Leave No Trace Principles, Mapping, Tracking, & Navigation Hike)

Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area - 472A Boonton Ave - Montville Township

The 4-week sessions are $45 or $12 per class/ non-refundable payable upon registration. Each session is limited to 12 students.

FAMILY HOMESCHOOL WALKS

At Pyramid Mtn on the following Wednesdays from 1pm to 2:30pm

April 13: Dirt Made my Lunch: Explore soils and their importance to life on Earth with activities and a guided walk.

May 18: Stream Ecology: Put on your water shoes and get into the stream to study this habitat and its critters.

Walks are for all ages; cost $8 per child age 3 and older.

To register or for more information on the programs listed: call Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area: 973-334-3130 or e-mail Douglas at dvorolieff@morrisparks.net

Industrial Metal Crafts Day : Aug 7th, Chester

at Cooper Mill, Chester, NJ
Sunday, August 7th, 1 - 4 PM

Enjoy demonstrations of industrial metal crafts by blacksmith Kevin Perry, tinsmith George Pierson, and tin piercing with Frank and Anita Mai. Visitors will find out how these skills were important to the colonial people. Those who attend can make a tin-pierced ornament to take home. Donations are greatly appreciated.

For more information please call: Cooper Gristmill - 908-879-5463

The 1826 Cooper Gristmill provides a glimpse into the rich heritage of Milltown. In the late 19th century, the town thrived; the restored and operational gristmill is one of the few survivors of that era. The gristmill is open to the general public May through October when guided tours of the mill as well as a variety of educational programs and demonstrations are offered. From April through June and from September to mid-November, the mill is available for pre-scheduled school tours.