Nature Center
ATTENTION ALL BUTTINGER NATURE CENTER ENTHUSIASTS!
The Buttinger Nature Center is temporarily closed in preparation for the upcoming construction of our new environmental and education center. All of our education programs and activities, including Watershed Nature Camp, are operating throughout our construction phase.
Beginning in March 2013, the Education Department is excited to announce the start of staffed drop-in hours in the Kingsford Community Room. Visit the nature center critters in their relocated home, chat with a Teacher-Naturalist, learn about our upcoming public programs or pick up a trail map and get information about seasonal outdoor happenings on the Reserve trails. Public visiting hours are currently Thursdays and Saturdays, 2:00-4:30PM.
Beginning June 22, public drop-in hours for the Kingsford Community Room will be on Saturday afternoons only, from 2:00-4:30PM.
No pre-registration or appointment is necessary, families and adults are welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
The new center will increase our program capacity by more than doubling our available space, provide teaching and research facilities to increase the rigor and sophistication of our scientific and educational curriculum, and model innovative behaviors and technologies to reduce energy and water consumption and restore environmental health.
Click here to learn more about our new facility, and our plans to become an inspiring model for how we can all live more environmentally responsible lives!
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Events
June 21 - Summer Solstice at the StreamFriday, 6:30-8:30PM, Families, $5 per person
Meet SBMWA Education Director Jeff Hoagland at Kunkel Park in Pennington for an exploration of life in and around Lewis Brook and Stony Brook. Expect to discover a variety of creatures including salamanders, frogs and aquatic insects. Wear old sneakers or boots for wading in shallow water and bring a water bottle - we will supply the nets. Registration required. Co-sponsored by Washington Crossing Audubon Society.
Spotlight
Pass It On. A Bold Vision for the Watershed
The Watershed Association is taking a dramatic step forward in our long-standing effort to protect our 265-square-mile region of central New Jersey. Discover how we are working to transform the heart of our Watershed Reserve into a bold and inspiring model for all of New Jersey.Learn more ...
