MARY POPPINS RETURNS (2018) - Saturday, September 4 This Musical Fantasy Film, Set in London During the Great Depression, Is a Sequel to the 1964 Film Mary Poppins

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2021 Issue 3 Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Harbinger 1 Pre-registration required & children must be accompanied by an adult, unless otherwise noted

Program information from September 2021 through November 2021 visit our website for more detailed information: https://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/parks.htm And sign-up for our E-NEWS to receive a monthly email releases!

Names & addresses of county-held mailing lists are subject to disclosure pursuant to the NJ Open Public Records Act. Like us on Facebook at Hunterdon County Parks Future program release: DECEMBER 2021 FREE DRIVE-IN MOVIES Relive your childhood drive-in movie days and/or create new drive-in-movie memories! Drive on down to South County Park (the Fairgrounds) at 1207 Route 179, Lambertville. Bring your own snacks and drinks as there will be no food vendors. Parking will be limited and offered on a first-come first-served basis. No pre-registration. Gate opens at 6:30 PM, movies runs from 7:30 PM to 9:45 PM. Free! All ages welcome! (Children must be accompanied by an adult.) ———————————————————————————————————————— MARY POPPINS RETURNS (2018) - Saturday, September 4 This musical fantasy film, set in London during the Great Depression, is a sequel to the 1964 film Mary Poppins. Bank teller Michael Banks (now an adult with three children) and his sister Jane learn that their childhood home, now home to Michael’s family, will be repossessed in five days. The only hope is to find missing and valuable company stocks that his father left him. Just as all seems lost, Michael and his sister receive the surprise of a lifetime when Mary Poppins—their beloved nanny from their childhood—arrives to save the day and take the Banks family on a magical, fun-filled adventure. (Rain date: Thursday, September 9).

HERBIE THE LOVE BUG (1969) - Saturday, September 18 Jim Douglas is a down-on-his-luck racecar driver who lives in an old run-down fire house with Tennessee Steinmetz, an occasionally drunk mechanic. One day, Jim goes to a luxury car dealer and sees a strange Volkswagen Beetle with an unusual problem: it tends to drive on its own, as if it were sentient. The little Bug follows Jim home. Jim believes that the owner of the car dealership, Peter Thorndyke, is playing a trick on him. Jim tries out the Bug for himself and experiences its magical nature. He repairs the little car and Tennessee names it “Herbie.” Behind the wheel of Herbie, Jim becomes more successful in racing. Thorndyke wants Herbie back, but Jim refuses and Thorndyke decides to race against him. Thorndyke sabotages Herbie before the big race. Jim and Tennessee, along with Peter Thorndyke’s former assistant and ex-girlfriend, Carol Bennett, repair Herbie. The trio are determined to beat Thorndyke, who will stop at nothing in order to gain a victory—and Herbie. (Rain date: Thursday, September 23). TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Free Drive-in Movies 7 Nature Programs: Virtual 2 Basketry & Craft Programs 8 Nature Programs: Virtual & HOPE 3 Recreation Walks & Virtual Rec Programs 9 Affiliated Organizations, Reservable Facilities 4 Tot Walks, Nature Club, Park Discovery 10-12 Medical Form, Waiver, Program Registration 5-6 Nature Programs: In-person * all 3 forms are needed for in-person programs

HUNTERDON COUNTY DIVISION OF PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND LAND USE Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2900, Flemington, NJ 08822-2900 Office Location: 1020 State Highway 31, Lebanon, NJ Telephone (908) 782-1158 · Fax (908) 806-4057 Email: [email protected] · www.co.hunterdon.nj.us (click on “Parks & Recreation”) 2021 - Issue 3 Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Harbinger 2 Pre-registration required & children must be accompanied by an adult, unless otherwise noted BASKETRY & CRAFT PROGRAMS: virtual These programs will be conducted through WebEx and are best viewed on a desktop or laptop computer. They can also be viewed through a tablet or smartphone. • These programs require a registration form with payment. • CALL (908) 782-1158 BEFORE you pick-up a materials kit at the Hunterdon County Arboretum (1020 Route 31 North, Lebanon, NJ) to be sure the kits are ready. Office is open Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. • Note: Participants’ audio will be turned on and cameras will remain off. Plans are to record this event, and you will receive the link to the recording, via the email on your registration form, so you can revisit the event. • Instructor Liz Braidwood-Fulmer, Recreation Program Coordinator.

SODA CAN TAB BRACELET Wednesday, September 15, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM, adults, $3 You will receive step-by-step instructions on how to make a bracelet out of soda can tabs. I often get compliments on my tab bracelet and then a shocked expression when I mention that it is made from soda tabs! Your kit will include enough materials to make two bracelets.

CRAFTY CARRIER WEBINAR Thursdays, October 14 & 21, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, adults, $13 This 10” x 7” Crafty Carrier is made using 7 sticks that are woven together using 3 strands in an over-under weave. The reed spokes are woven to make the basket’s two ends and then gathered together in a group to create the handle. SKILL LEVEL: Advanced. Materials you supply: Scissors (for cutting basket material), a bucket of warm water, tape measure, pencil, wire cutters, pruning shears, an awl, 15 clothespins or small spring clamps, a weight or heavy book, a tuck tool (you could use a small standard screwdriver or a butter knife), and a spray bottle filled with water.

ZAGGIE BASKET Mondays, November 22 & 29, 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM, adults, $15 Create a zaggie-step design square basket measuring 8” x 8” x 8” (no handle). SKILL LEVEL: Advanced. Materials you supply: Scissors (for cutting basket material), a bucket of warm water, tape measure, pencil, 15 clothespins or small spring clamps, a weight or heavy book, a tuck tool (you could use a small standard head screwdriver or a butter knife), and a spray bottle filled with water. CRAFT WORKSHOPS: in-person PAPER TUBE BASKET Friday, September 3, 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Deer Path Park, Cedars Pavilion, ages 12 through adult, $4 per basket, class size 10 participants. Instructor Liz Braidwood-Fulmer. First you paint the cardboard toilet paper tubes your favorite color. Liz will teach you how to cut the tubes into sections and interlock the sections to create this useful little basket! You might want to bring a snack and drink or a picnic dinner to eat after the class. Please dress in layers, appropriate for being outdoors.

MAKE A STAR WAND Friday, November 19, 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM, Arboretum Gardens, ages 8 through adult, $4 per project, class size 10 participants. Instructor Liz Braidwood-Fulmer. Alakazam, you made a stick into a star wand! Now let’s decorate it to your likings and go for a short hike. Please dress in layers, appropriate for being outdoors.

2021 Issue 3 Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Harbinger 3 Pre-registration required & children must be accompanied by an adult, unless otherwise noted RECREATIONAL WALKS: in-person Pre-registration required. Instructor Liz Braidwood-Fulmer. Class size 9 participants. Please wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather. Please note: no restrooms available at many locations. SENIOR STROLL at MIQUIN WOODS PRESERVE WALK for FUN: ECHO HILL Wednesday, September 1, 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM, Miquin Monday, September 13, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, Echo Hill, Woods Preserve, 326 Newport Road, Glen Gardner 42 Lilac Drive, Flemington (Clinton Twp.), adults, $3. (Lebanon Township), adults, free! A twist of history, a splash of artistic inspiration, a little Let’s go for a stroll at Miquin Woods, the site of the old exploration of nature, exercise, and quiet time in the boy scout camp. Join Liz for a chat about the history, a woods. This property echoes with history… let’s visit the little exploration of nature, exercise, quiet time in the cool old homestead, see the old Stanton Train Station, woods, and socializing get to know each other better. remember the many hot summer camp days, and more. Type of walking surface: up and down on dirt trails and This property has a special spiritual way about it! Type of old gravel road. walking surface: grassy hills, dirt path, rolling hills, field to stream, dirt road. SENIOR STROLL at HOFFMAN PARK Wednesday, October 20, 9:00 AM to WALK for FUN: WESCOTT PRESERVE 10:30 AM, Hoffman Park East Entrance, Monday, October 25, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, Wescott, 70 751 Mechlin Corner Road, Hampton Raven Rock-Rosemont Road, Stockton (Delaware Twp.), (Union Twp.), adults, free! adults, $3. Stroll around Hoffman Park during the A twist of history, a splash of artistic inspiration, a little day of the full moon and meditate on exploration of nature, exercise, and quiet time in the world peace. And join the fun as we woods. Wescott offers an easy to moderate 3/4-mile loop dance around a maypole on this crisp trail that winds through meadows and hardwoods and October morning! Type of walking provides a vista overlooking the creek. Type of walking surface: flat well-worn old farm roads. surface: dirt trail.

SENIOR STROLL at ARBORETUM WALK for FUN: DEER PATH Wednesday, November 17, 9:00 AM to Monday, November 8, 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM, Deer Path 10:30 AM, Arboretum, 1020 State Park, 120 West Woodchurch Road, Flemington Highway 31, Lebanon (Clinton Twp.), (Readington Twp.), adults, $3. adults, free! A twist of history, a splash of artistic inspiration, a little Join Liz as we stroll about the exploration of nature, exercise, & quiet time outside. We Arboretum gardens, past the pond, will sample the one-mile fitness trail that consists of 15 through the old Arboretum woods and different exercise stations. The stations offer a balanced over the swamp via the boardwalk. Then program of strength, endurance, & coordination exercises. back to the gardens to create a wreath Type of walking surface: flat, dirt & grassy paths. from vines and to socialize. RECREATION PROGRAMS: virtual TO REGISTER: visit https://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/programs.html and find the registration link for each individual program. HISTORY OF THE HUNTERDON COUNTY PARKS: PART 2 Wednesday, October 6, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, ages 12 through adult, free! Instructor Patrick Eckard, Recreation Leader Do you want to know who owned the parklands before they became parks? Or maybe you want to know what the lands were used for before they became parks? You might be surprised by who owned these lands or visited them—some were famous. Learn which county park was the first! Join Patrick as we explore the history of the Hunterdon County Parks & Recreation.

VIRTUAL TOUR OF HUNTERDON COUNTY PARKS: MIQUIN WOODS Wednesday, November 10, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, ages 12 through adult, free! Instructor Patrick Eckard, Recreation Leader. Take a virtual tour of Miquin Woods, which was once a Boy Scout Camp. Enjoy the visual treat of the rambling Spruce Run Creek and the picturesque pond. This park has many trails and is a great place to enjoy nature. 2021 - Issue 3 Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Harbinger 4 Pre-registration required & children must be accompanied by an adult, unless otherwise noted TOT WALKS: in-person FAMILY NATURE CLUB: in-person

Echo Hill, ages 2 to 3 with adult, each walk $5 per child; Sundays, 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM, Echo Hill, ages 4 to 8 accompanying adult attends for free, class size 7 children. with adult, each program $5 per child; accompanying Instructor Laura Bush, Senior Park Naturalist. adult attends for free, class size 10 total participants, Join Ms. Laura to discover nature at your local park! Leave including adults. Instructor Debra Reed, Park Naturalist the strollers behind and dress for the weather as we will spend the entire 45 minutes outside. Participants will also OUR FEATHERED FRIENDS: September 26 receive a take-home craft. Please select Session A, B, C, or NUTTY ABOUT TREES: October 3 D for one or more months. CAMOUFLAGE: October 17 AMAZING ANIMAL ADAPTATIONS: November 7 TOT WALK: INSECTS Session A: Wednesday, Sept. 22 at 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM Family Nature Club makes it easy and fun for families Session B: Wednesday, Sept. 22 at 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM to enjoy healthy outdoor activities together. Come share Session C: Thursday, Sept. 23 at 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM your curiosity for the natural world and connect with Session D: Thursday, Sept. 23 at 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM children and families that share those interests on a regular basis. Nature club provides the support and TOT WALK: LEAVES security needed by many families to venture out into Session A: Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM the world together. The fun element of this “play date Session B: Wednesday, Oct. 13 at 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM on a trail” makes nature more enticing. Join Debra Session C: Thursday, Oct. 14 at 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM Reed, an experienced leader, to show you where to go Session D: Thursday, Oct. 14 and what to look for when exploring nature. Learn how at 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM outdoor activities can be enjoyable, fun, and stress-free. Each program includes a story time, nature walk, and TOT WALK: TURKEYS craft. Cost is per class; sign up for one or more classes. Session A: Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM Join our nature club and explore what’s around us! Session B: Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM Session C: Thursday, Nov. 18 at 9:30 AM to 10:15 AM Session D: Thursday, Nov. 18 at 11:00 AM to 11:45 AM

Learn about nature with your little one on a Tot Walk!

PARK DISCOVERY SERIES: in-person Mondays, choose from the following timeslots: 2:00 PM to 2:45 PM, 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM, and 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM, ages 4 through adult, each walk $3 per person, class size 9 participants. Instructor Laura Bush, Senior Park Naturalist. Explore your County parks! Every other Monday, Laura will visit a new park. Each 45-minute walk will be an introduction to the park. Let’s see what we can find in nature! Please note that there are no restroom facilities at most locations. RIVERFIELD SECTION: September 20: Meet at the Hunterdon Health & Wellness Center, 1738 State Highway 31 North, Clinton, Clinton Township. Turn right at the end of the entrance road and park in the spaces closest to the trailhead. JUGTOWN MOUNTAIN PRESERVE: October 4: 408 Mine Road, Asbury (Bethlehem Township) TEETERTOWN PRESERVE: October 18: Meet at the brown garage, 40 Pleasant Grove Road, Port Murray (Lebanon Township, the first entrance if coming from Sliker Rd.). LAPORT RESERVE: November 1: 216 Mountain Road, Ringoes (East Amwell Township) WESCOTT PRESERVE: November 15: 70 Raven Rock-Rosemont Road, Stockton (Delaware Township) HOFFMAN PARK: November 29: back entrance, 751 Mechlin Corner Road, Hampton (Union Township) 2021 Issue 3 Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Harbinger 5 Pre-registration required & children must be accompanied by an adult, unless otherwise noted NATURE PROGRAMS: in-person

HOMESCHOOL LESSON: ANIMAL BUG AND BAT HUNT STRATEGIES Tuesday, September 21, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM, Hoffman Wednesday, September 8, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Deer Park, ages 5 through adult, $3, class size 10. Path Park Cedars Pavilion, ages 7 through 12, $3 per Instructor Debra Reed, Park Naturalist. child; accompanying adult attends for free, class size 7 Have you ever looked up at the sky around the time of students. day when the sun is going down? Did you see some Instructor Tom Sheppard, Chief Park Naturalist. animals flying around, and diving in an unusual dance? Participants will learn how local animals cope with and Most likely you are seeing bats hunting for their dinner. survive in their environments. Using mounted Did you know that bats eat up to 8000 insects a night? specimens, the students will get a close look at the Come explore what insects are available in the fields for physical features of these animals and gain an bats to feast on and watch as the bats dance through the understanding of how these features help them survive. air to catch their meal.

FALL BIRD WALK AT ECHO SKULLS OF OUR LOCAL WILDLIFE HILL Wednesday, September 22, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Deer Friday, September 10, 8:00 AM to Path Park Cedars Pavilion, ages 10 through adult, $3, 9:30 AM, Echo Hill Park, ages 8 class size 10. through adult, $3, class size 9, Instructor Tom Sheppard, Chief Park Naturalist. Instructor Laura Bush, Senior Park The skull is the one bone Naturalist. that not only is key in Enjoy a morning bird walk around identifying an animal, but scenic Echo Hill Park. We will look it also holds many of the for fall migrants like warblers and clues of how that animal phoebes, and our year-round resident lives. This program will birds like bluebirds and pileated explore key features of the woodpeckers. Bring your own skulls of some of our local binoculars if you have them; they species and what they reveal about said species. In will also be available to borrow. preparation for or to review this program, participants can conduct the Skull Workshop that is available on our NATURE & HISTORY WALK AT WESCOTT website: https://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/ Thursday, September 16, 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM, programs.html#activities. Wescott Nature Preserve, Raven Rock-Rosemont Road Parking Area, ages 10 through adult, $3, class size 10. SNAKES, SPIDERS, AND BEARS, OH MY! Instructor Tom Sheppard, Chief Park Naturalist. Friday, October 1, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Deer Path Park Wescott was the first property preserved by the County. Cedars Pavilion, ages 8 to adult, $3, class size 10. Join an easy walk through this property. Along the way, Instructor Tom Sheppard, Chief Park Naturalist. Tom will point out some nature features and discuss Join us for an evening discussion of local nature that one some of the history of the property. Your nature or should know about before exploring the out-of-doors in history questions are encouraged during this walk. Hunterdon County. What animals or other things in nature concern a naturalist when planning to go into one of our parks? We will discuss some of the common concerns such as poison ivy, ticks, and some of the lesser known concerns, what to be aware of, and some precautions that can be taken. Questions and comments are welcomed. Please dress for the weather, considering that we will be outside under the Cedars Pavilion. 2021 - Issue 3 Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Harbinger 6 Pre-registration required & children must be accompanied by an adult, unless otherwise noted NATURE PROGRAMS: in-person (continued)

RAINBOW OF COLOR, AUTUMN HIKE HOMESCHOOL LESSON: HIBERNATION Tuesday, October 12, 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, Point Wednesday, November 10, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Deer Mountain River trail, 80 Point Mountain Road Parking Path Park Cedars Pavilion, ages 7 through 12, $3 per Area, adults, $3, class size 10. child; accompanying adult attends for free, class size 7 Instructor Debra Reed, Park Naturalist. students. Instructor Tom Sheppard, Chief Park Naturalist When the leaves begin to turn and the temperatures Some species migrate, but other species use a drastically begin to fall, Hunterdon’s outdoor playground is ablaze different strategy to beat the hardships of winter. We with bright reds, yellows, greens, and oranges waiting to will review different species that hibernate and explore be explored. Want to experience the foliage up close and how this adaption spans across the different animal personal? Enjoy a naturalist-guided hike among the groups. colors of fall.

HOMESCHOOL LESSON: MIGRATION Wednesday, October 13, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, Deer Path Park Cedars Pavilion, ages 7 through 12, $3 per child; accompanying adult attends for free, class size 7 students. Instructor Tom Sheppard, Chief Park Naturalist. This program will explore the reasons why some species invest the energy to migrate between locations. We will also touch on how these species are able to navigate during these journeys and the challenges that they must overcome. MARS & THE MOON BIRDING COLD BROOK Friday, November 12, 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, Hoffman RESERVE Park, Baptist Church Parking Area, ages 10 through Friday, October 15, 9:00 AM to adult, $3, class size 10. 11:00 AM, Cold Brook, adults, Instructor Tom Sheppard, Chief Park Naturalist. $6, class size 10. Instructor Tom During this evening program, we will view the Red Sheppard, Chief Park Naturalist. Planet, Mars, in the setting sky and then shift to the Autumn is the time for fall Moon. We will view the details of the seas, mountains, migration and Cold Brook is a and craters as we pan across the surface of the Moon good location for the fall with a telescope. Remaining time will be used to show sparrow movement. Join Tom off the season’s constellations and accompanying myths. for a bird walk as we look for Vesper Sparrow, Lincoln Sparrow, and others during this year’s fall migration. WATERFALL HIKE AT MUSCONETCONG GORGE FULL MOON HIKE Saturday, November 13, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Wednesday, October 20, 6:15 PM to 7:45 PM, Musconetcong Gorge, ages 10 through adult, $6, class Teetertown Preserve, Main Entrance, ages 8 through size 9. Instructor Laura Bush, Senior Park Naturalist. adult, $3 per person, class size 14. Join us on a scenic hike at Musconetcong Gorge! This Instructor Laura Bush, Senior Park Naturalist. park offers fall color, rugged Come explore the park after dark and see the moonlight terrain, and a small waterfall. reflecting off our ponds! Under the light of a full moon, We may see fall birds and we will listen to fall insects and learn about the other animals as well. This is a adaptations of nocturnal challenging hike, only about animals. We will also learn 1.5 miles long but several about the phases of the moon. hundred feet of elevation gain Meet at 40 Pleasant Grove and loss. Please bring water to Road, Port Murray (Lebanon carry with you. Meet at the Township). This is the first main parking lot, 182 Dennis entrance if coming in from Road, Bloomsbury (Holland Sliker Road. A porta potty is Township). Note: No available at this location. restrooms at this location. 2021 Issue 3 Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Harbinger 7 Pre-registration required & children must be accompanied by an adult, unless otherwise noted

NATURE PROGRAMS: virtual

TO REGISTER: visit https://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/programs.html and find the registration link for each individual program.

INTRODUCTION TO BIRDING LOONS THROUGH A PHOTOGRAPHER’S EYE Wednesday, September 8, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, ages 8 Tuesday, October 12, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, adults, free! through adult, free! Instructor Laura Bush. Guest Instructor/Photographer Bob Reith invites you to Are you interested in the birds around you? Do you take a look at Common Loons, the subject that got him want to learn how to find them? started photographing birds, and the one that remains his What about how to identify one personal favorite subject. The life and behaviors of from another? Join us for an loons will be examined through photo and video. Loons introduction to birding. We will go do not breed or nest in New over how to identify birds, how to Jersey, but they do winter use field guides, and how to use here, even at Round Valley binoculars. We will also go Reservoir. They also through some common birds in occasionally stop over in our area. If you have them, please migration in their spring and bring a birding field guide and fall travels. Come learn more binoculars to the program. about this unique bird at Bob’s presentation. GIRL SCOUT BROWNIE BUGS BADGE Tuesday, September 14, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, ages 4 to SCOUTING ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 3rd grade, free! Instructor Debra Reed, Park Naturalist. BADGE Thousands of incredible insects live all around us! They Sunday, October 17, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM, ages 11 to create our food, create the dirt we walk on, and take care 17, free! Instructor Debra Reed. of unwanted pests. Their size, shape, color, and biology Concerned about the environment? Interested in are so diverse that it learning more about air and water pollution? Want to makes the study of insects know how you can make a positive impact in your absolutely fascinating. community or help solve an environmental problem? This is an informative, Take steps toward earning your Environmental Science interest-sparking, Merit Badge with Counselor Debra Reed. Before class introduction to the badge; print out the workbook. Scouts will need to schedule an some activities will need additional meeting time with Debra after they have to be completed at home. completed the additional requirements for the badge on their own. EYES OF THE WILD VIRTUAL SHOW Co-sponsored by Hunterdon County Clean Communities SING FOR THE EARTH TO MUSIC IN A & Hunterdon County Division of Parks & Recreation. NATURAL KEY

Monday, September 27, 7:00 PM to 7:45 PM, all ages, Co-sponsored by Hunterdon County Clean Communities & Hunterdon County Division of Parks & Recreation. free! Enjoy a live animal show from the comfort of your own Monday, October 18, 7:00 PM to 7:45 PM, all ages, home! Find out about unique animals from around the free! Guest Instructor Kevin Kopp of Environmental world and how they survive. Learn about how to care Youth Education Services. for wildlife by not Join us for a sing-along program littering and cleaning for the whole family! Though up the environment. interactive songs, participants will Eyes of the Wild has sing and smile while they learn educated thousands of about the Earth, its inhabitants, people through many and how we can all take part in venues in NJ and the keeping it safe and clean. surrounding areas. We Musician and Environmental will meet five animals Educator Kevin Kopp has been in this program. performing music “In A Natural

Key” for over 30 years. 2021 - Issue 3 Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Harbinger 8 Pre-registration required & children must be accompanied by an adult, unless otherwise noted

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BATS OF HUNTERDON COUNTY SLOTH SAFARI W/ JENKINSON’S AQUARIUM Wednesday, October 27, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, ages 10 Co-sponsored by Hunterdon County Clean through adult, free! Instructor Tom Sheppard. Communities & Hunterdon County Division of Parks & This is a night to learn about the challenges faced by our Recreation. flying mammals, and the benefits they provide to us. The Monday, November 15, 7:00 PM to 7:45 PM, all ages, individual species that live in Hunterdon will be discussed free! To register: Email [email protected] to in detail, as well as dealing with issues homeowners run receive the link. into involving bats. Meet Wally the Two-toed Sloth!

VIRTUAL TOUR OF GLACIER NATIONAL PARK Learn where sloths can be found, Thursday, November 4, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, ages 8 what kind of animals they are, what through adult, free! Instructor Laura Bush. makes them sloths, their special Take a virtual tour of Glacier National Park in Montana! adaptations, mating rituals, and how There is no bad choice for a hike here—every trail has they raise their babies. Find out how scenic views, including mountains, glaciers, and lakes. Jenkinson’s Aquarium takes care of Explore the many summer wildflowers and variety of their sloth, and how you can care wildlife including grizzly bears, marmots, pikas, mountain for sloths and other animals by goats, and wolverines. Learn about the formation and keeping the planet clean of litter. We will do a quick training session with Wally and a Q&A. ecology of the region. Find your next adventure from the comfort of your own home! WALK ACROSS THE FACE OF THE MOON

WILDLIFE FOLKLORE Wednesday, November 17, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, virtual Tuesday, November 9, 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM, ages 10 to program, ages 10 through adult, free! Instructor Tom adult, free! Instructor Debra Reed, Park Naturalist. Sheppard, Chief Park Naturalist. Hear enchanting tales of New Jersey’s native animals. Be Learn about a celestial feature that is often skipped over it a pest or a welcome visitor, societies throughout the while stargazing. This program will review some of the world have woven wildlife into folklore, nursery rhymes, significant landmarks and features of our moon. Using and stories. Join Naturalist Debra Reed to explore some of these locations, we will have a starting point to continue these tales. Enjoy a night of myths and legends of wildlife a journey across the surface of the moon when looking from our forests. at its craters, mountains, and seas. Participants will also be exposed to the Google Moon feature.

SCAVENGER HUNT: Find seventeen Hunterdon

Parks locations & earn a coin! D

O D Adventure, exercise, experience, & family fun!

To learn more about this adventure and to download a HOPE booklet visit https://www.co.hunterdon.nj.us/depts/parks/brochures/hope.pdf.

For a free copy of the HOPE booklet, visit the Park office, the Hunterdon Arboretum at 1020 Highway 31 North, Lebanon, NJ 08833.

Questions? Email [email protected] or call (908) 782-1158.

Partnership between Hunterdon County Board of County Commissioners and Division of Parks & Recreation

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VISITOR SERVICES STAFF HUNTERDON COUNTY DIVISION OF PARKS & RECREATION OFFICE HOURS Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Location: 1020 Route 31, Lebanon (Clinton Township)

PHONE: (908) 782-1158

WEBSITE: www.co.hunterdon.nj.us (“Parks & Recreation”) Like “Hunterdon County Parks” on facebook

MISSION STATEMENT The Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation is dedicated to preserving open space and natural resources, providing safe parks and facilities, and offering educational and recreational opportunities, all contributing to an enhanced quality of life for present and future generations. Laura Bush: [email protected] (back left) ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT Liz Fulmer: [email protected] (back middle) The Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Debra Reed: [email protected] (back right) welcomes all individuals to participate and enjoy our parks, Tom Sheppard: [email protected] (front left) facilities, and recreational programs. Reasonable Patrick Eckard: [email protected] (front right) accommodations, individual adaptations, and support will be provided for persons of all abilities to encourage everyone to benefit equally from their choice of leisure activities. Please AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS notify us if you need special accommodations either at the time of registration or at least two weeks prior to program ARC OF HUNTERDON COUNTY archunterdon.org attendance or facility use. Each request will be assessed individually. DELAWARE VALLEY DIVISION OF AMERICAN CANOE ASSOCIATION dvdaca.org RESERVABLE FACILITIES ECHO HILL: Main Lodge, Multi-Purpose HUNTERON COUNTY CANOE CLUB Room, & Group Camping Site hunterdoncountycanoeclub.org ARBORETUM: Two Gazebos & Meeting Room DEER PATH PARK: Two Pavilions, Gazebo, & Softball Field HUNTERDON FLUTTERWHEELS SQUARE DANCE TEETERTOWN PRESERVE: Group & Public Camping Sites CLUB hunterdonflutterwheels.nnjsda.org COURT STREET PARK: Gazebo/Bandstand HUNTERDON HIKING CLUB hunterdonhikingclub.org To reserve a facility, contact the park office. For information and a map of each park, contact the office or NJ BEEKEEPERS ASSOCIATION nwba.njbeekeepers.org download them from our website.

TRAVIS MANION BATTALION, US SEA CADET PROGRAM REGISTRATION INFORMATION CORPS OF HUNTERDON COUNTY For in-person programs, fill out the registration form, medical travismanionbattalion.org record, and program waiver on the last pages of this brochure. All three forms are required. The medical record can be filled Heron Glen Golf Course has out once, and will be kept on record for future programs. quickly positioned itself as OR…. visit our website for the 3 forms. one of New Jersey’s finest Mail your completed forms with payment to: public golf facilities. Stop by Hunterdon County Division of Parks & Recreation our new clubhouse featuring a P.O. Box 2900, Flemington, NJ 08822-2900 restaurant and bar open to the OR… Drop off your forms and payment at the Arboretum, public! Join us for Happy Hour Monday through Friday 1020 Highway 31 North, Lebanon, NJ 08833. After hours, there is a door slot (exact cash or check only). from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM, live music every Friday night starting at 6:00 PM or Sunday Brunch every Sunday from CANCELLATION POLICIES: 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM! Heron Glen also features a pro shop, You will be notified by phone if we cancel a program and you driving range with both grass and mat hitting areas, practice will receive a full refund. Programs are designed for all types bunker, and a large putting green. of weather and participants should dress appropriately. Cancellations must be in writing, and cancellations made less (908) 806-6804 or than one week prior to program will NOT receive a refund. www.heronglen.com THE COURSE 110 State Highway 202/31, YOU’LL CALL HOME! Ringoes, NJ 08851 Event topics, schedules, and costs are subject to change at the discretion of the Division of Parks & Recreation. 2021 - Issue 3 Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Harbinger 10 Pre-registration required & children must be accompanied by an adult, unless otherwise noted

HUNTERDON COUNTY DIVISION OF PARKS & RECREATION

MEDICAL RECORD

Once the medical record is on file, we can use the same medical record for all subsequent programs. If your medical history has changed, please submit a new medical record.

Participant’s Name ______Gender (optional) ______

Today’s Date ______Participant’s Date of Birth ______

Parent/Guardian (for minor) ______

Phone (h) ______(w) ______(c) ______

Address ______Street Town State Zip

E-mail ______□ Check here to be added to our E-mail List.

EMERGENCY CONTACT(S) – AT LEAST ONE CONTACT WHO IS NOT A PARENT/GUARDIAN

Name ______Relationship ______Phone ______

Physician(s) Name and Number ______

List all known allergies ______

Describe allergic reaction(s) and how it is managed ______

Medical issues ______

Current medications ______

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______(Parks staff do not administer non-emergency medication)

Health Insurance Provider ______Policy number ______

Please describe any other relevant conditions or information that we should know ______Terms of Agreement: Please initial next to all statements. Waiver: I hereby waive and release all rights and claims for damages against the Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation, County of Hunterdon, their employees and volunteers for all injuries or illness which may be sustained by the herein named participant while participating in the program. I understand the content of the program and the risks of personal injury therein. ______Medical Release: In the event of injury or serious illness, and a parent/guardian cannot be reached (and/or if there is a medical emergency requiring immediate action), I give permission for Hunterdon County Division of Parks & Recreation staff to seek medical attention and to release all information contained in this document or known to Parks staff. ______Photo Release: I authorize and acknowledge that I or my child may be photographed and/or videotaped for educational and publicity purposes (Website, Facebook, Instagram, Brochures, etc.). Photos and videos will not include names or personal information about any individual unless permission is granted. ______

Participant or Parent/Guardian Signature: ______Date: ______2021 Issue 3 Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Harbinger 11 Pre-registration required & children must be accompanied by an adult, unless otherwise noted

COUNTY DIVISION OF PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND LAND USE Mailing Address: PO Box 2900, Flemington, NJ Office Location: 1020 State Highway 31, Lebanon, NJ Telephone (908) 782-1158 Fax (908) 806-4057 E-mail:

Assumption of Risk and Waiver of Liability Relating to Coronavirus/COVID-19 County of Hunterdon Program Registration Facility Reservations

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), has been declared a worldwide pandemic by the World Health Organization. COVID-19 is extremely contagious and is believed to spread mainly from person-to-person contact. The County of Hunterdon has created new protocols and put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. However, the County cannot guarantee that individuals will not become infected with COVID-19. Further, attending any program may increase an individual’s risk of contracting COVID- 19, and may increase the risk of transmitting COVID-19 to others.

By signing this agreement, I acknowledge the contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk that I, my minor child, or members of my group or organization, may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by participating in an event, program, activity, reservation, or rental taking place at a Hunterdon County recreation facility or park, and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, or death. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at any County recreation facility or park may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself or others, including, but not limited to, County employees, volunteers, and other participants and their families.

I voluntarily agree to assume all of the foregoing risks and accept sole responsibility for any injury to myself, my minor child, or members of my group or organization, including, but not limited to, personal injury, disability, or death, illness, damage, loss, claim, liability, or expense, of any kind, that they or I may experience or incur in connection with participation in any event, program, activity, reservation or rental taking place at a County of Hunterdon recreation and parks facility. I hereby release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless the County of Hunterdon, its employees, agents, and representatives, of and from any claims related to COVID-19, including all liabilities, claims, actions, damages, costs or expenses of any kind arising out of or relating thereto.

I further agree to indemnify and hold harmless the County of Hunterdon and its employees, agents, and representatives from any claim that may arise from or in connection with myself, my minor child, or members of my group or organizations participation in any program taking place at a County of Hunterdon recreation and parks facility, including claims related to COVID-19.

I understand, and agree that this release includes any claims based on the actions, omissions, or negligence of the County, its employees, agents, and representatives, whether a COVID-19 infection occurs before, during, after participation in any County parks and recreation program. I agree to comply with any participation guidelines, such as the use of face coverings and physical distancing, to enhance the health and safety of all participants.

______Adult Participant or Guardian Signature Organization Name (if Applicable)

______Printed Name Date 2021 - Issue 3 Hunterdon County Division of Parks and Recreation Harbinger 12 Pre-registration required & children must be accompanied by an adult, unless otherwise noted

PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM

THIS FORM MUST BE RETURNED WITH THE MEDICAL RECORD. Once the medical record is on file, we can use the same medical record for all subsequent programs. If your medical history has changed, please submit a new medical record.

PARTICIPANT’S NAME______RECEIPT # ______

TODAY’S DATE ______DATE OF BIRTH ______GENDER (optional) ______

PARENT/GUARDIAN NAME (if minor) ______

PHONE (h) ______(w) ______(c) ______

ADDRESS ______street town state zip

EMAIL ADDRESS ______□ check here to be added to our email list

PROGRAM DATE LOCATION TIME FEE

FEE ENCLOSED: $______. Make check payable to “Hunterdon County Parks.” Fees are listed in the Hunterdon Parks Harbinger and on the website and are used to offset the cost of the program.

IMPORTANT POLICIES: (Participant or parent/guardian, please read and provide authorized signature.) 1. Cancellation requests must be in writing. NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED FOR CANCELLATIONS MADE LESS THAN ONE WEEK PRIOR TO THE PROGRAM. 2. Payment is due in advance of the program with this registration form & the medical record. Please mail it to the PO Box listed above or drop it off at the office location. Cash or check accepted. 3. I have read and understand these policies and consent to myself or my child participating in the above referenced program(s).

______Date: ______(Signature of Participant or Parent/Guardian for minor) (Revised 5-2020)

ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT: It is the policy of the County of Hunterdon to provide reasonable accommodations to person with disabilities upon advanced notice of need. Persons requiring accommodations should make a request at least 2 weeks prior to program attendance.