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Merit Badge Workshop: Geology
October 3
Put your day off from school to use and earn the Geology merit badge! Discover how geologic forces like glaciers and plate tectonics formed Pyramid Mountain and the New Jersey Highlands over millions of years. Scouts will experiment and learn how water is one of the greatest shapers of the soil and rock around us. Register here.
For Scouts 11 & up, cost: $32 Per scout. Preregistration is required.
Where: Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, 472 Boonton Ave, Boonton, NJ 07005
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Fall Adult Bird Walk
October 4
Birds are starting to depart on their migratory journeys and are passing through the Great Swamp on their way. Join us as we search for their muted colors and listen for their "chips" with an expert birder. All skill levels welcome. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. Register here.
For adults, cost: $8 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Great Swamp Outdoor Education Center, 247 Southern Boulevard, Chatham Township, 07928
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Little Farm Friends: Wagon Ride
October 4
Take a wagon ride around the farm! Afterwards, enjoy the antique cars in the interactive transportation exhibit.
Register here.
For ages 2.5-5 with an adult, cost: $10 per child. Preregistration is required.
Where: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960
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Calendula Hand Balms
October 5
Join us in crafting garden apothecary hand balms. We will be using our own infused calendula oil to create a healing hand balm just in time for cooler weather. Register here.
For adults, cost: 430 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Historic Speedwell, 333 Speedwell Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960
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Fall Tour at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum
October 5
Join a guided tour of the beautiful gardens of the historic Frelinghuysen Arboretum. Meet by the main kiosk near the parking lot. Wear comfortable walking shoes. Register here.
For adults, cost: $10 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960.
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 Fall Farm Fun
October 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26 and 27
Fall festivities have begun at Fosterfields! Experience the Autumn season the old-fashioned way. Watch apples being pressed into cider, take a wagon ride and pick your own pumpkins! Pumpkin guaranteed with pre-registration only. Come to the farm on Saturdays and Sundays all through the month ending on Sunday, October 27. Register here.
For all ages, cost: $15 per person, 2 & under FREE. Pumpkins guaranteed with preregistration only. All activities are included with your admission.
Where: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960
Garden Sprouts: It's Pumpkin Time
October 9
Get the best of all things PUMPKIN! Visit our pumpkin patch, read a pumpkin book, decorate a pumpkin and enjoy some pumpkin treats. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Register here.
For ages 3-5 with an adult, cost: 10 per child with an adult. Preregistration is required.
Where: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960.
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Day Off with Nature: Don't Be Spooked
October 14
Spend your day off from school at Pyramid Mountain! In this program designed specifically for tweens, celebrate the "spooky" parts of nature. We will investigate the mysterious side of nature through hikes, games and crafts. Register here.
For ages 6-10, cost: $50 per child. Preregistration is required.
Where: Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, 472 Boonton Ave, Boonton, NJ 07005
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Homeschool Day: Forging the Past - Blacksmithing
October 17
Start your blacksmith apprenticeship at the historical age. Learn the basics of blacksmithing and walk away with some of your creations. Register here.
For ages 7-14 with an adult, cost: $25 per child. Preregistration is required.
Where: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960
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Floral Arranging with Supermarket Flowers
October 22
Ann Fahey, Superintendent of Horticulture Education, will demonstrate how to design beautiful floral arrangements with both supermarket flowers and fall seasonal materials. We supply the container, the greens and the mechanics. You bring your own supermarket bouquet to style. Register here.
For adults, cost: $25 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Frelinghuysen Arboretum, 353 East Hanover Avenue, Morristown, NJ 07960.
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Little Farm Friends: Pumpkin Pick n Paint
October 25
Visit the pumpkin patch at Fosterfields and pick your favorite! See the animals and stop by the barn to decorate your pumpkin. Register here.
For ages 2.5-5 with an adult, cost: $10 per person. Preregistration is required.
Where: Fosterfields Living Historical Farm, 73 Kahdena Road, Morristown, NJ 07960
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