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Sunset Kayak Tour of the Navesink Hartshorne Woods Claypit Creek Parking Lot 239 Locust Ave, Locust, NJ 07760 Sun, Aug 16, 2020, 6:00-8:00 PM (ages 10 and up, under 18 with adult) Enjoy the sunset from the water on this leisurely, naturalist-guided kayak tour of the Navesink River. While on the water we will keep an eye out for herons, egrets, and osprey while discussing local history and ecology. Be sure to wear clothes that can get wet, and don’t forget insect repellent and water! One Session $35 Per Person

Enviro-Quest Huber Woods Environmental Center 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760 Thursday, August 6, 2020, 11:00 AM -12:00 PM (all ages) Don’t know what to do on a weekday this summer break? Why not seek out some nature fun. Follow the Enviro-Quest signs to where the Park System Naturalist is waiting. Once you are there you can join in a walk, activities, crafts, or games for 30-60 minutes of nature fun. Activities could include meeting a live animal, finding hidden treasure, discovering incredible parts of a flower, creating artwork with natural materials, or participating in a fun nature-themed game. You bring your sense of adventure and we’ll bring the rest! For additional details please call 732-751-9453.

Pollinator Garden Tour Huber Woods Park - Environmental Center 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760  Wednesday, August 5, 2020, 10:00 AM (adults) This special garden is beautiful and designed to provide habitat for wildlife, especially pollinators and butterflies. Get a personal tour and learn about the native plants which make it a home. Tours are approximately 45 minutes and may be cancelled due to rain. For more information, call 732-872-2670.

Butterflies in Our Gardens Tour Huber Woods Park 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760  Fri, Jul 24, 2020, 11:00-11:45 AM (adults) Butterflies abound in beautiful gardens at the parks! These flying jewels are exciting to see and fun to identify. Bring your cameras! Closed-toe shoes, a hat, and sunscreen are recommended. Walks may be a mile or more and some paths are unpaved. The program may be cancelled due to rain. Call 732-751-9453 for more information. One Session $2.00 Per Person

Sunset Kayak Tour of the Navesink Hartshorne Woods Claypit Creek Parking Lot 239 Locust Ave, Locust, NJ 07760 Thu, Jul 16, 2020, 6:30-8:30 PM (ages 10 and up, under 18 with adult) Enjoy the sunset from the water on this leisurely, naturalist-guided kayak tour of the Navesink River. While on the water we will keep an eye out for herons, egrets, and osprey while discussing local history and ecology. Be sure to wear clothes that can get wet, and don’t forget insect repellent and water! One Session $35 Per Person

Forest Eats and Wild Treats Huber Woods Park - Environmental Center Parking Lot 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760 Thu, Jul 2, 2020, 10:00-11:30 AM (adults) Explore what’s on the menu in Monmouth County as we forage for a variety of native and edible plants. Join a Park System Naturalist as we learn to identify common wild edibles, their medicinal properties, and the uses of a number of other common plants that can be found right here in Monmouth County. Be sure to dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes. One Session $10 Per Person

Twilight Firefly Hike Huber Woods Park 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760  Tuesday, June 30, 2020 (all ages, under 18 with adult) The twinkling lights of summer nights invite us to explore the magic around us. Join us for a family-friendly adventure along easy trails. We will use all our senses to search for fireflies and other creatures that make their homes in our parks. Bring your own flashlight to help light your way.

Half-Day Hike and Paddle Huber Woods Park - Environmental Center Parking Lot 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760  Tue, Jun 30, 2020, 2:00-6:00 PM (adults) Join a Park System Naturalist for a challenging half-day experience full of hiking and kayaking. We will hike two miles through Huber Woods Park towards Claypit Creek. Along the way, we will discuss the plants and animals that live in our park. Upon arrival at Claypit Creek, we will use “sit-on-top” kayaks and paddle into the Navesink River to observe an active bald eagle nest, osprey flying overhead, and search for herons, egrets, and a host of other critters that depend on our waterways. We will return to Claypit Creek, where participants will be bused back to the Huber Woods Environmental Center. Be sure to bring water and a snack, dress to get wet, and wear comfortable shoes! One Session $45.00 Per Person

Pollinator Garden Tour Huber Woods Park - Environmental Center 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760  Tuesday, June 16, 2020, 4:30 PM (adults) This special garden is beautiful and designed to provide habitat for wildlife, especially pollinators and butterflies. Get a personal tour and learn about the native plants which make it a home. Tours are approximately 45 minutes and may be cancelled due to rain. For more information, call 732-872-2670.

Splendid Spring Strolls Huber Woods Park 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760  Wednesday, March 4, 2020, from 10:00 am-11:30 am (all ages, under 18 with adult) What better time is there to get out on a trail than in spring? Say “farewell” to the frosty weather as you join a Park System Naturalist on a peaceful trail walk. Trees are in blossom, birds are returning from migration, and there are tons of topics to discuss! Please Note: Sturdy footwear is recommended as trails used may have inclines or tree roots to step over.

World Wildlife Day Huber Woods Environmental Center  25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760 Tue, Mar 3, 2020, 4:30-5:30 PM (ages 6-10, with adult) Our wonderful world is teeming with wildlife! On World Wildlife Day, we'll celebrate our beautiful native species with an up-close and personal live animal show, then head out on the Discovery Path to see what we can find in the wild. One Session $10.50 Per Child

From Sap to Maple Syrup Huber Woods Environmental Center 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760  Sun, Mar 1, 2020, 1:00-3:00 PM (all ages, under 18 with adult) Winter is winding down and the sap is running in the trees which means its time to make maple syrup! Bring the whole family for some old-fashioned fun as we learn the history, technique and some of the science behind this delicious treat. Highlights include a syrup taste test, tree tapping demonstration and instruction, and winter tree identification. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots. One Session $12.00 Per Person

From Sap to Maple Syrup Huber Woods Environmental Center 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760  Sat, Feb 29, 2020, 1:00-3:00 PM (all ages, under 18 with adult) Winter is winding down and the sap is running in the trees which means its time to make maple syrup! Bring the whole family for some old-fashioned fun as we learn the history, technique and some of the science behind this delicious treat. Highlights include a syrup taste test, tree tapping demonstration and instruction, and winter tree identification. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots. One Session $12.00 Per Person

From Sap to Maple Syrup Huber Woods Environmental Center 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760  Sat, Feb 29, 2020, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM (all ages, under 18 with adult) Winter is winding down and the sap is running in the trees which means its time to make maple syrup! Bring the whole family for some old-fashioned fun as we learn the history, technique and some of the science behind this delicious treat. Highlights include a syrup taste test, tree tapping demonstration and instruction, and winter tree identification. Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes or boots. One Session $12.00 Per Person

What Bird is That at My Feeder? Huber Woods Environmental Center 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760 Sun, Jan 19, 2020, 2:00-4:00 PM (adults) Many people put out bird feeders in the winter. They fill it with seeds and the birds discover it. They are coming every day and in many shapes, colors and sizes. They are beautiful and you want to share your enjoyment with your friends, but what bird is it? A Park System Naturalist will identify the many winter residents and visitors that flock to feeders throughout Monmouth County. Learn what characteristics to look for and which field guides can turn you into an excellent feeder “birder.” There will be a short PowerPoint presentation on winter birds and we will discuss field guides and binoculars. Then we will take a look at the local feeders and identify the birds that are enjoying our offerings. One Session $10.00 Per Person

Wondrous Winter Walks @ Huber Woods Environmental Center Huber Woods Environmental Center Parking Lot 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760    Wednesday, December 4, 2019, from 10:00-11:30 AM  (all ages, under 18 with adult) Nature walks are like snowflakes, each one is unique in its own way. Tag along with a Park Naturalist as you explore the serenity that is nature in the wintertime. Please wear appropriate Winter clothes and sturdy footwear.

Saturday, October 26, 2019 Huber Woods Environmental Center, Middletown 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760     (all ages, under 18 with adult) Celebrate the fall season with an interactive, family-friendly hayride that is educational, safe, and NON-SCARY FUN! Our talented staff and volunteers perform skits on stages in the fields of Huber Woods as you ride in one of our hay wagons. Be thoroughly entertained as we put on this year’s show themed “Forest Fables and Fairy Tails”! Snacks will be provided. Lap children under the age of 3 accompanied by a paying adult rides free. Please Note: Preregistration is required. Cost: $10.00 Per Person 4:30-5:30 PM 5:00-6:00 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 5:55-6:55 PM 6:20-7:20 PM 6:45-7:45 PM 7:10-8:10 PM 7:35-8:35 PM 8:00-9:00 PM

Friday, October 25, 2019 Huber Woods Environmental Center, Middletown 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760     (all ages, under 18 with adult) Celebrate the fall season with an interactive, family-friendly hayride that is educational, safe, and NON-SCARY FUN! Our talented staff and volunteers perform skits on stages in the fields of Huber Woods as you ride in one of our hay wagons. Be thoroughly entertained as we put on this year’s show themed “Forest Fables and Fairy Tails”! Snacks will be provided. Lap children under the age of 3 accompanied by a paying adult rides free. Please Note: Preregistration is required. Cost: $10.00 Per Person 5:00-6:00 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 5:55-6:55 PM 6:20-7:20 PM 6:45-7:45 PM 7:10-8:10 PM 7:35-8:35 PM 8:00-9:00 PM

Creatures of the Night Saturday, October 19, 2019 Huber Woods Environmental Center, Middletown 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760     (all ages, under 18 with adult) Celebrate the fall season with an interactive, family-friendly hayride that is educational, safe, and NON-SCARY FUN! Our talented staff and volunteers perform skits on stages in the fields of Huber Woods as you ride in one of our hay wagons. Be thoroughly entertained as we put on this year’s show themed “Forest Fables and Fairy Tails”! Snacks will be provided. Lap children under the age of 3 accompanied by a paying adult rides free. Please Note: Preregistration is required. Cost: $10.00 Per Person 4:30-5:30 PM 5:00-6:00 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 5:55-6:55 PM 6:20-7:20 PM 6:45-7:45 PM 7:10-8:10 PM 7:35-8:35 PM 8:00-9:00 PM

Friday, October 18, 2019 Huber Woods Environmental Center, Middletown 25 Brown's Dock Road, Locust (Middletown Twp.), NJ 07760     (all ages, under 18 with adult) Celebrate the fall season with an interactive, family-friendly hayride that is educational, safe, and NON-SCARY FUN! Our talented staff and volunteers perform skits on stages in the fields of Huber Woods as you ride in one of our hay wagons. Be thoroughly entertained as we put on this year’s show themed “Forest Fables and Fairy Tails”! Snacks will be provided. Lap children under the age of 3 accompanied by a paying adult rides free. Please Note: Preregistration is required. Cost: $10.00 Per Person 5:00-6:00 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 5:55-6:55 PM 6:20-7:20 PM 6:45-7:45 PM 7:10-8:10 PM 7:35-8:35 PM