Wake Up to Spring at Environmental Education Center

Somerset County 's Environmental Education Center in Basking Ridge has scheduled naturalist-led programs next week to encourage both children and adults enjoy the wonder and the beauty of nature with spring in the air in Somerset County.

"Spring Sensations," a new program, is scheduled for 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. next Tuesday, March 26. Children age infant to 5 with a parent can enjoy naturalist-led walk to experience spring using all five senses.

The fee is $10 per pair and $5 per additional child. Participants can register online on the Somerset County Parks Commission website, or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment is required.

"Wake Up Already," is scheduled for 4 to 5:30 p.m. next Tuesday. Children ages 4 to 6 can hike with a naturalist to discover plants and animals that are "waking up" for spring all across the forest floor.

Fee is $9 per person. Participants can register online on the Somerset County Parks Commission website, or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment is required.

Adult birders are invited to spend a full day, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. next Monday, March 25, exploring Green-Wood cemetery in Brooklyn, N.Y. Bird lovers can enjoy a day exploring the property's 478 acres of hills, valleys, glacial ponds, and paths.

Cost is $65. Participants can register online on the Somerset County Parks Commission website, or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment is required.

"Planting a Native Butterfly Garden" is scheduled for 1 to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 30. Family and friends of all ages can join a naturalist to learn which native plants attract which native butterflies and moths. Fee is $9 per person

Participants can register online on the Somerset County Parks Commission website, or call 908-766-2489. Advance payment is required.

The Environmental Education is located at 190 Lord Stirling Road, off South Maple Ave. south of Basking Ridge center.