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Winter 2010Morris County Park CommissionPathwaysMennenSports Arenapage 6 & 7Maple Sugaring! Gear Up For Golf! Summer Camps Galore!Fun For The Entire Family!PreSeason Registration!Special Edition!

PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITION3Golf, Anyone?The Morris County Park Commission’s golfcourses have been rated among the best publiccourses in the state and throughout the nation.Unique water hazards, a variety of elevated teesand greens, and challenging fairways, all setagainst breathtaking backdrops, are just a few ofthe notable features. Reserve your tee time online,take advantage of early morning tee times, andsign up for an instructional clinic or competitivetournament!From environmental ruin to natural preserve,Berkshire Valley Golf Course is a “mustplay” because of the challenges and awe-inspiringviews atop the ridge of the Green Pond Mountain.This 18-hole, par 71, 6,800-yard course features adriving range, unique only to Berkshire Valley.Flanders Valley Golf Course satisfiesits role as the Morris County Park Commission’sflagship course with 36 holes, played by more than85,000 golfers annually, accolades in the industry’sleading publications, and numerous championship•Berkshire Valley Golf Course•Jefferson Twp.•Flanders Valley Golf Course•Mount Olive Twp.•Sunset Valley Golf Course•Kinnelon Borough•Pinch Brook Golf Course•Florham Park Boroughevents. Rated as one of the premier public golfcourses in the United States, Flanders Valley GolfCourse combines scenic and challenging holes onits White-to-Blue, par 72, 6,417-yard course andRed-to-Gold, par 72, 6,429 -yard course, enoughto garner four stars from Golf Digest’s “Best Placesto Play” and achieve recognition by the Zagat GolfGuide the past four years.Pinch Brook Golf Course is an executivelengthcourse designed by the world-renowneddevelopment firm, Rees Jones Inc. The par 65,5,007-yard course gained three and a half starsfrom Golf Digest’s “Best Places to Play.” Whilethe water hazards along the majority of holesand elevated, undulating greens are sure to testthe skill of the most seasoned golfer, Pinch BrookGolf Course is also popular with seniors and holdsclinics for golfers of all levels.A variety of holes with challengingdesign and fast greens, composethe length of Sunset Valley GolfCourse. The course can be deceivingwith its 18 holes, par 70, and 6,438-yardsof fairways and greens. Sunset ValleyGolf Course is consistentlyrated among the best PublicCourses in New Jersey withfours stars from Golf Digest,recognition as one of the“Top 100 Must Play Courses”by Golf Styles Magazine, andthe best three finishing holesin the state, according tomany golf enthusiasts.Golf OutingsExercise your creativity when you plan yournext outing or group booking! Why not treat theparticipants to a day in the open air, enjoying thebeauty of nature? Have your outing at one of theMorris County Park Commission’s Golf Courses!Group bookings are available at BerkshireValley G. C. in Jefferson Twp.. Your groupreceives consecutive Tee times or shotgun,depending on availability.Outings for 50 to 125 players can beaccommodated at Berkshire Valley G. C. and haveadditional services, such as a golf bag drop, scoring,long drive, closest to the pin, and many otherservices that you may require. Let the Morris CountyPark Commission staff also assist you in coordinatingyour food service.For additional information,including pricing and date availability,visit www.morrisparks.net/golf or callGolf Operations at 973-616-9029.

4 PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONSNOWSHOEADVENTURESIf you’ve ever considered snowshoeing, now is the time to try out thisfabulous outdoor sport! Join the staff at Pyramid Mountain in MontvilleTownship on Sunday, January 10 at 1 p.m. Experiencemoving effortlessly through the winter landscape looking for signsof wildlife on the way up to a beautiful overlook. The program is for ages 8 & up,and the fees are $1 for the trek only or $5 including snowshoe use.On Sunday, February 7 from 12:30 p.m. to 3 p.m., come and learn more aboutthe dynamic sport of snowshoeing. The day includes snowshoes to try, time for discussion andquestions, and refreshments. At 1:30 p.m., take a snowshoe trek on the trails, or a guided hike, if thereis no snow. The program isfor ages 8 & up, and there is ageneral admission fee of $10 forages 13 & up and $5 for ages8 -12.For both programs, you canuse your own snowshoes orborrow a pair for the trip.Preregistration is necessary asdemo snowshoes are limited.For more information or toregister, please call973-334-3130.

PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITION5Ice Fishing - may be permitted pending space availability,only permitted at Mahlon Dickerson Reservation.Designated fishing area will be separate from skating areas.Location:Bamboo Brook Outdoor Education Center11 Longview Rd., Chester TownshipCentral ParkCentral Ave., ParsippanyColumbia TrailCounty Rd. / Rt. 513, CalifonElizabeth D. Kay Environmental Center200 Pottersville Rd., Chester TownshipThe Frelinghuysen Arboretum53 East Hanover Ave., Hanover & Morris TownshipsGreat Swamp Outdoor Education Center247 Southern Blvd., Chatham TownshipHedden County Park124 Reservoir Ave. Randolph TownshipJames Andrews Memorial ParkWest Hanover Ave., Randolph TownshipLewis Morris County Park/Cultural Center270 Mendham Rd., Harding, Mendham & Morris TownshipsLoantaka Brook Reservation468 South St. & 139 Kitchell Rd., MorristownMahlon Dickerson Reservation/Saffin Rock Rill Reservation774 Weldon Rd., Lake HopatcongMennen Sports Arena161 Hanover Ave., Morris TownshipMount Hope Historical County ParkTeabo Rd., WhartonOld Troy County Park440 Reynolds Ave., Parsippany-Troy Hills TownshipPassaic River County Park2047 Valley Rd., Chatham TownshipPatriots' Path - Inamere Rd. Lake Valley Rd., Morris Township(Call 973-326-7600 for other access areas)Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area473 Boonton Ave., BoontonSchooley's Mountain County Park91 East Springtown Rd., Long ValleySilas Condict County Park100 Kinnelon Rd., Kinnelon BoroughWINTER Winter Recreation RECREATIONTourne County Park98 McCaffrey Lane, Boonton & 89 Old Boonton Rd., DenvilleSleddingIce SkatingCross-Country SkiingXXXXXIce FishingWarming AreasSnowshoeingXXXXXX X X XXXX X X X XXXX X X X XXXXXXXXXXXX X X X XXXX X XNature atNightHiking at night is an entirely uniqueexperience, and one that is filled withwonder! If you’ve wanted to hike atnight, but haven’t had the confidence,now is your opportunity to join the staffat Pyramid Mountain in Montville for anexceptional opportunity.On Sunday, February 28 at 5:30p.m., hike in the diminishing light beforethe full snow moon comes into view. OnSunday, March 21 at 5:30 p.m. join ahike to celebrate the Vernal Equinox andwelcome the beginning of spring.These 2 ½ hour programs aremoderate hikes intended for ages 7 andup. The cost is $5 per person. Dressfor the weather; and bring water and aflashlight. Space is limited.For more information or toregister, please call 973-334-3130.

6 PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONFormer Olympians Instruct at William G. Mennen Sports ArenaSusan Marie “Susie” Kelley of Needham, Massachusetts and partner AndrewGeorge “Andy” Stroukoff of Trenton, New Jersey are Ice Dancers who representedthe United States at the 1976 Winter Olympics in Innsbruck, Austria and weremembers of U.S. World Teams in 1976-1977. Today, Andy and Susie, with theirOlympic experience, train athletes at William G. Mennen Sports Arena in MorrisTownship and fuel the Olympic spirit in each skater’s effort to reach those dreams.Andy and Susie did not expect to qualify for the Olympic Team. They were slatedto be fourth at Nationals, but finished third and qualified. Susie claims they were“totally ecstatic!” Andy and Susie both recalled telling Susie’s mother, “We made theteam!” and her mother responded, “What team?”Susie and Andy’s most favorable experience from the 1976 Olympics included“eating in the Olympic dining hall surrounded by all those famous world classathletes… (and) the practice was outdoors in the middle of the speed skating oval.”Andy added, “We get to the biggestcompetition of our lives and we arepracticing outdoors in the middle of winterwith scarves and sunglasses on!” The twowere only disappointed about missing onepart of the Olympics all Olympians lookforward to. “We did not get to take partin the Opening Ceremonies because ourevent started immediately at the close ofthe Opening Ceremonies,” recalled Andy.They have such wonderful memoriesfrom the Olympics especially the “greatfriendships with people from all over theworld.” “Once an Olympian, always anOlympian” are the proud words AndyStroukoff lives by.Andy and Susie find joy teaching skatersof all ages and ability levels in groupclasses, as well as private lessons at MennenSports Arena. They are proud of all theirskaters and among their former students are Allison, Cathy, and Chris Reed who arecompeting at the winter 2010 Olympics, and Maia and Alex Shibutani who are 2009U.S. World Junior silver medalists. “We are very proud of Cathy, Chris, and AllisonReed and hope they have as many fond memories of the Olympic experience as wehave,” says Andy and Susie. The Winter Olympics will be held in Vancouver, BC,Canada, February 12 - 28, 2010.Colleen O’Connor, a Chicago native, and her partner Jim Millns, won an Olympicbronze medal at the 1976 Winter Olympics, Innsbruck, Austria. Before 2006, theywere the only ice dance team in U.S. history to have won a medal at the OlympicGames in dance skating. In 1974 - 1976, O’Connor and Millns won Gold as U.S.National Dance Champions, and were also Silver and Bronze medalists in WorldSkating Championships. Additionally, O’Connor and Millns were inducted into theColorado Springs Hall of Fame (2006) and the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame(1993). Colleen O’Connor has been a staff professional teaching at William G.Mennen Sports Arena for over 20 years, instructing skaters of all ages and abilities,from Learn-to-Skate to different facets of private instruction.Colleen recalls the ultimate Olympic experience, “like watching a dream come true.Standing on the podium with an Olympic Bronze medal draped around my neck andwatching the American flag being raised into the air, made me feel not only a sense ofinner pride, but also very honored to have accomplished this for my country.” Afterthe 1976 Olympics, Colleen and Jim skated in numerous ice shows and then touredCanada and the northern part of the U.S. for two years.Andy and Susie both recalled telling Susie’smother, “We made the team!” and hermother responded, “What team?”To her students, Colleen shares, “there must be hard work, dedication, andcommitment to the sport to be successful; respect for coaches, parents, and the athletesthemselves; follow your dream because all of these are your life skills, and most of all,love the sport.” Colleen is honored, proud, and always remembers, “the countlessmemories and friendships made with athletes from all over the world which stay in(her) heart forever.” O’Connor’s former students include Michael Siebert and JudyBlumberg, five times U.S. National Champions, World Bronze Medalists and 4th placeOlympians. Also, she instructed Christopher Fullugar and Celia Cohan, U.S. NationalSilver Medalists and Shaun Harmen, and Katie Campagna U.S. Jr. Nationals.For information on Learn-To-Skate Lessons or private lessons,contact Mennen Sports Arena at 973-326-7651.Sign theDelivered by Olympiansto Vancouverlympic FlagMONDAY, JANUARY 18Mennen Sports Arena10 a.m. - 12 NoonAND2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITION7Local Ice DancingTeam Heads Off Tothe OlympicsThe Reed family is comprised of three very talented kids,Cathy, Chris, and Allison, who never lost focus of their goal toone day qualify for the World Olympics. As early as the year2000, the Reed children began their training at William G.Mennen Sports Arena in Morris Township under the instructionof two former Olympians and Mennen’s staff coaches, SusanKelley and Andrew Stroukoff. This winter, all three skaterswill compete in Ice Dancing at the 2010 Winter Olympics inVancouver, Canada.It all began when son, Chris needed an ice dancing partner. CoachesAndy and Susie decided Chris’s sister, Cathy should partner with him,even though he was a good deal shorter than her. In 2001, despite theheight challenges, they won their first dance competition in Lake Placid,New York.“After countless hours oftraining at Mennen Arena,the Reed family nowtravels the world to compete.”Cathy and Chris competed at their first United States Junior NationalChampionship and finished tenth. By their second year in Novice,they disappointingly missed the cut to the United States NationalChampionships. An opportunity arose when the pair began training withsenior level teams, coached by Nikolai Morozov and Shae-Lynn Bourne.Cathy and Chris won a Novice Ice Dance title at their first U.S. NationalChampionships in 2005/2006. It was after winning this title, that Cathyand Chris had the opportunity to compete for Japan at the Senior level.They are now Japanese Ice Dance Gold Medalists and World Competitors.Allison, the youngest sibling could not find a partner to match herelite skating abilities, but she continued training, as she loved skatingand enjoyed her lessons with Andy and Susie. After much searching, shefound partner, Otar Japaridze. Recently, Allison and Otar competed atthe Nebelhorn Trophy, Germany (September 2009) and qualified for theOlympics. Once hearing this amazing news, Allison’s mom, Noriko calledAndy and Susie to thank them for all that they have done for her family.Susie stated, “It was very touching to be one of the first people that Norikocalled when Allison qualified for the 2010 Olympic team.” It is fascinatingthat the Reed family children are now skating where their coaches onceperformed at Worlds in Japan.Always looking to improve their performance skills, the Reed childrenfrequently dressed up on holidays and performed impromptu Christmasconcerts in the lobby of Mennen Sports Arena. After countless hoursof training at Mennen Arena, the Reed family now travels the world tocompete. When they come home, they still come to Mennen to practice.We wish them luck at the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver!

8 PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONCome and enjoy a day of exploration of what life was like for farm families on a typical winter daymany years ago. On Saturday, February 6 from 12 Noon to 4 p.m. at Fosterfields Living Historical Farm inMorris Township, you will be amazed and entertained as you discover that in the winter, there were seasonalharvest activities.Follow the horse-drawn wagon to the maple grove to take part in interpretive hikes about maple sugaringhistory, and help tap trees to collect sap. Gather around the wood burning evaporator to learn how sap boilsdown to make sweet maple syrup. Enjoytaste testing samples of different syrups,and choose your favorite!Weather permitting, experience an ice-cutting harvest as the farmers cut blocks ofice from the pond using special ice cutting tools. Then watch as Calvin and Hobbes,the Belgian draft horse team, haul the blocks to the ice house by horse-drawn sled. Onthe farm, help with farm chores, such as sawing wood, cracking corn, collecting eggs,and churning butter. Watch as the farmers operate the single-cylinder gasoline engineto prepare food for the farm animals. Meet the many resident farm animals, and see thefarmers milk the Jersey dairy cows. Just for fun, plan to board an open-air, tractor-pulledwagon for a memorable ride around the farm!Step into the Farmhouse and The Willows’ cozy kitchens to find out what maple-flavored treats are being prepared on the wood burning stoves. Enjoy afirst floor tour of The Willows, the 1854 Gothic Revival house that was once home to Charles Foster and his daughter, Caroline.At the Visitors Center, stop by the Transportation Exhibit to see Mr. Foster’s Rockaway carriage and Caroline Foster’s Model “T” Ford and Hupmobile.Try some interactive displays. In the center’s auditorium, families can create a special craft to take home. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors (65+), $4for children ages 4 - 16, and $2 for children ages 2 and 3. FREE for children under age 2 and Friends members.For more information, call 973-326-7645.Winter’s Day On The FarmTu B’ShevatLee’s County Park MarinaReopens March 15Lee’s County Park Marina offers publicboat access on Lake Hopatcong.Launch Fees:•Trailer Launched Watercraft Any Size - $15•Cartop Canoes and Kayaks - $7Tu B’Shevat is the Jewish celebration of trees. Held on or around the15th of the month of Shevat, this holiday marks the “birthday” of treesplanted in that year. In Biblical times, farmers used these dates to keep trackof when they could harvest fruit from their trees and also for tax-keepingpurposes. More than 300 years ago, the custom of celebrating Tu B’Shevatwith a seder, or ceremonial dinner, was added to the holiday’s tradition.Join the celebration at The Frelinghuysen Arboretum on Sunday,January 24 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. along with the Morris CountyConnection and the West Morris Section of the National Council of JewishWomen for storytelling, crafts, and the sampling of Israeli fruits, nuts, andother foods. Each child, ages 4+, may plant a tree to take home for theirgarden.The holiday of Tu B’Shevat has become part of “tikun olem”, the Jewishcall for environmental responsibility. All activities are FREE and designedfor children ages 6 and up. The snow date for this event isSunday, January 31.For more information, please call 973-326-7603.

The Fabrics of Our Lives:Textiles in the 19th CenturyHistoric Speedwell in Morristown celebrates the rich history of New Jersey’stextile industry with a new exhibit titled, “The Fabrics of Our Lives: Textiles in the 19thCentury”. The exhibit opens on Saturday, April 10 and continues on Sunday, April 11with a very special two day event.“The Fabrics of Our Lives” explores the rich history of the textileindustry in 19th Century New Jersey. Nearby Paterson, still knowntoday as “Silk City,” led the way for Morris County to establish textilemills. Even Stephen Vail, Ironmaster of the Speedwell Ironworks, triedto establish a cotton mill in the Factory Building at Historic Speedwell.The exhibit focuses on textile traditions and how they were influencedby the Industrial Revolution.The exhibit opening includes instructions and an historicalperspective on the textile traditions of the 19th century. Thecelebration includes demonstrations of traditional textile crafts such as,quilting, knitting, weaving, natural dyeing, lace making, embroidery, andmore. Visitors are invited to participate in the rich culture surroundingthe tradition of the region’s textile business.For more information, please call 973-285-6550.PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONLadiesChoiceThis is the month of plant catalog overload. It seemsas if every day, more spectacular plant choices clogmailboxes and inboxes. Instead of wading through allof it, come to “Ladies Choice” on Tuesday, March 16from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Frelinghuysen Arboretumin Morris Township. Garden writer Valerie Sudol,Nurserywoman Heidi Hesselein, and Landscape DesignerSusan Cohan, share their top picks in categories, such as“My BFF-(Best Foliage Friend)”, “Scents to Render OneSenseless,” and “My Kind of Red.”Bring a bagged lunch, and dessert is on us, at theLadies Choice Complimentary Dessert and Beverage Bar.For complete details, visit www.arboretumfriends.org.The cost is $35 and registration is an absolute must. Thesnow date for this event is Tuesday, March 23.Register by calling 973-326-7603.9THow Sweet it Is! Maple Sugaring at the Great Swamphe red maple trees at the Great Swamp are gearing up for anothersuccessful sugaring season this winter! The Great Swamp OutdoorEducation Center’s maple sugaring season is under way in ChathamTownship, and there are many opportunities for learning about treetapping and enjoying the sweet syrup! Once the sap starts flowing, thestaff begins tapping trees, chopping firewood, and boiling down thewatery sap into sweet syrup.Come join in the fun at one of the weekend demonstrations held onmost Saturdays and Sundays in January and February.Through a guided walk and touchable artifacts, discover how maplesugaring has changed from its origination with the Native Americansto modern times. Warm up at the real wood burning evaporator andfinish with a yummy syrup taste test!Thinking of making your own maple syrup? Well, you are in luckas spiles will be on sale along with easy instructions on how to getstarted! The hour long demonstrations begin at 2 p.m. and cost $3 perperson.For more information, call the Great Swamp OEC at 973-635-6629 or visit www.morrisparks.net.

SUMMER10 PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONRequest A Summer Camp Brochure, Call 973-326-7600“HISTORY’S MYSTErieS”This summer, history detectives have the uniqueopportunity of investigating a historic mystery during theTravels in Time Summer Camp held at Historic Speedwellin Morristown, Fosterfields Living Historical Farm in MorrisTownship, and Cooper Gristmill in Chester. Campers visitall three sites with this unique program.During this four-day program, campers use primarydocuments and artifacts, archaeology, and otherinvestigative techniques to solve a crime. Through varioushands-on activities and crafts, the junior gumshoes compileevidence to present a case against who they believe is theguilty party at a mock trial at Historic Speedwell.•Two Sessions••Ages 7 to 10: July 6 - July 9, 9: 30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.•Ages 11 to 14: July 20 - 23, 9:30 a.m. - 3: 30 p.m.Preregistration is required andspace is limited. For more information orto preregister, call 973- 285-6550.CAMJUNIOR POLICE ACADEMYPSThe Annual Junior Police Academy is a popular summer camp that provides lessonsfor both boys and girls, ages 11-15, in police practices and the training involved inbecoming police officers. During the five-day program from July 19 - July 23 from8 a.m. to 4 p.m., activities include physical training, detective work, handcuffingtechniques, motor vehicle stops, and tours of the county jail. Special guests haveincluded the Mounted Unit, Sheriff’s Office, and other State and Federal LawEnforcement agencies. Each recruit receives a hat, T-shirt, gym shorts, and bag. Uponcompletion of the Academy, recruits participate in a graduation ceremony and earn anhonorary Junior Police Academy certificate. Class size is limited to 50 participants.Reservations for this camp begins after March 15.For information and registration, please call 973-326-7632.

SCHEDULE•Junior Golf Clinic for PlayerDevelopment•June 28, 29, 30, & July 1,Flanders Valley Golf CourseMonday and Tuesday:8 a.m. - 11 a.m.Wednesday and Thursday:8 a.m. - 12 NoonPATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONJunior Golf Clinics11SUMMER•Intermediate Junior Golf Clinic•Group AMonday, July 12 at8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Instruction day atBerkshire Valley Golf CourseTuesday, July 13 at8 a.m. - 12 Noon Play day atPinch Brook Golf CourseTuesday, July 20 at8 a.m. - 12 Noon Play day atSunset Valley Golf CourseGroup BMonday, July 26 at8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Instruction day atBerkshire Valley Golf CourseTuesday, July 27 at8 a.m. - 12 Noon Play day atPinch Brook Golf CourseTuesday, August 3 at8 a.m. - 12 Noon Play day atFlanders Valley Golf CourseFor more information, please call973-252-0658 for the Junior GolfClinic and 973-697-1041 for theIntermediate Junior Golf Clinic.With JuniorGolf Clinic for PlayerDevelopment andIntermediate JuniorGolf Clinics, campersput themselves to thetest with the real deal.The Junior Golf Clinicfor ages ten through17 includes instructionin putting, chipping,driving, rules, scorekeeping,and etiquette.The Intermediate JuniorGolf Clinic is availablefor more experiencedgolfers who want toimprove their game.CAMPS

SUMMERCAMPS12 PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONAdventures in Nature CampThis hands-on environmental education experiencefor kids entering grades K through 10 takes placein some of New Jersey’s most beautiful settings.Campers explore forests, streams, swamps, andmeadows while learning about the resident wildlife.For more information, pleasecall 973-635-6629. Sessions fill upquickly, so call today!ADVENTURES IN NATURE CAMP PROGRAMS•Who Lives Here? •Youngest campers learn all about the wonders of New Jersey’s special animals. Morning andafternoon classes available! Children entering Kindergarten and 1st grade.June 28 - July 2 at the Kay Center in ChesterAugust 2 - 6 at Pyramid Mountain in Montville Twp.July 6 - July 9 at Great Swamp OEC in Chatham•Cool Creepy Crawlies•Kids leave camp looking at insects and other “unhuggables” in an entirely new way! Childrenentering 2nd and 3rd grade.July 6 - 9 at the Kay Center in ChesterAugust 9 - 13 at Pyramid Mountain in Montville Twp.•Habitrekkers!•Campers trek through forest, wetlands, meadows, and more, learning about each habitat and itsamazing inhabitants. The last day features a mini backpacking and camping experience with a picnic!Children entering 4th and 5th grades.July 12 - 16 at the Kay Center in ChesterAugust 16 - 20 at Pyramid Mountain in Montville Twp.•Survivor•Could you survive in the wilds of NJ? Nature provides for all our basic needs, and in this camp, kidslearn about orienteering, shelter-building, wild edible plants, animal tracking, and more.The final extended day features a canoe adventure on a nearbyriver! Children entering 6th and 7th grades.July 19 - 23 at the Kay Center in ChesterAugust 23 - 27 at Pyramid Mountain in Montville Twp.•Teen Trekkers•This camp offers an opportunity for older children to continue to get out into nature with a week ofguided, educational hikes around northern Morris County. Each day, the group explores a differentpark hiking and doing team-building activities. Campers experience swimming, boating, and, on thefinal day, a game day, and barbeque. Children entering 8th through 10th grades.July 26 - 30 at Pyramid Mountain in Montville Twp.“BranchingOut!”“Branching Out!” is the handsonhorticulture and gardeningprogram for young people ages 5to 13. Beginning on Saturdays inApril through June, each gardenerworks in their own garden, planting,tending, and harvesting, as well astaking part in many other gardening,plant, and nature related activities.Children who continue into thesummer session, garden twiceweekly throughout the summer whilelearning about plants from gardento table through cooking, crafts, andother activities. “Branching Out!”sessions are divided by age to insurethat every young gardener hasa fun and educational experience.Gardeners are welcome to registerfor one or both sessionsSpring: Saturdays, April 10 - June 26Summer: Monday and Wednesday,or Tuesday and Thursday,July 6 - August 19For more information,please call 973-631-5004.

Campers can register for one or both sessions.For more information, please call theMennen Sports Arena at 973-326-7651.William G. Mennen Sports Arena in Morris Township presents its 35th Annual SummerHockey School for two, one week sessions July 12 - 16 and July 19 - 23. This campfocuses on skating and fundamental hockey skills including balance, agility, acceleration,the use of edges, puck handling, passing, and shooting. The goal of this camp is to lift theplayer to a more competitive level so they can have a lifetime of fun enjoying the greatgame of ice hockey.A two group format is used with 6 - 9 year olds in group one and 10 - 16 year olds ingroup two. Group One starts its day at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 2:15 p.m. Group Two beginsat 10: 30 a.m. and end at 4:30 p.m.What makes this Hockey Camp so special is quite simply the coaching staff that iscomprised of some of the top high school and prep programs in the east. Staff includesPete Herms, Head Coach Seton Hall Prep; Rich McLaughlin, Head Coach Randolph HighSchool; Brian Day, Head Coach Noble and Greenough School (MA); Jamie Plunkett, HeadCoach Meadville High School (PA); Jennifer Perry, Power Skating Instructor; and MikeValvano Goalie Coach.PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONCAMP SUNRISE LAKEFor additional information,please call 973-326-7616.Ice Hockey Camp13Camp Sunrise Lake fills every camper’s day with new adventures,safe exploration, and active fun! This one week camp located atSunrise Lake situated on over 1,000 acres of Lewis Morris CountyPark in Morristown is offered to kids ages five through 13 years ofage. Two camp sessions run from July 26 - July 30 andAugust 2 - August 6. Each day of camp is packed with a variety ofactivities kids will enjoy! They explore the trails of Lewis Morris Parkand discover the wildlife that lives in its woods and creeks. Campersplay on the sandy beach of beautiful Sunrise Lake and splash in thewater. They have the opportunity to run, jump, slide, and climbacross the Wibit, the inflatable obstacle course that sits on the lake.Kids also enjoy games of Quittich, parashoot activities, soccer gameswith a giant ball, paddle boat rides, relay races, and a day of foodand fun when campers take a field trip to Craigmeur RecreationComplex in Rockaway! Creativity and hands on development isencouraged through daily craft sessions. Camp Sunrise Lake isdesigned to maximize the camper’s experience through exhilaratingactivities and individual attention.Limited to 50 campers, early registration is suggested.For more information, please call 973-326-7616.SUMMERCAMPS

14 PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONTuesday, December 29The Snowball ClassicCome and enjoy this traditionalholiday skating experience!Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Location: Mennen Sports Arena.Cost: FREE.Saturday, January 2Hike in the New Year: ModerateAges 7 & Up.Remember those New Year’sresolutions to get more exercise?Join the first scheduled hike of 2010.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: FREE.Sunday, January 3New Year’s Morning StrollAges 18 & Up.Join a naturalist to explore theswamp in its full “winter whites” onan early morning nature walk.Time: 8 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $1.*Monday, January 4 orWednesday, January 6Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoor* Preregistration required: Contact the appropriatefacility or phone number listed.• Baby and Me Hike:Enjoy the great outdoors on a 90-minute hikewith your baby on your back in a pack.Walks are guided by a naturalist. To register,call 973-635-6629. Important: All babiesmust be carried in a front-pack or back-pack.No strollers or siblings, please!program. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Tuesday, January 5•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Hacklebarney State Park,Chester Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.Saturday, January 9Tyke HikeAges 2 - 5 with an adult.Kids take to the trails to discover theanimals and plants found at the GreatSwamp in the winter! Everyone’ssure to learn some amazing newnature facts!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $2 per person.*Saturday, January 9 &Sunday, January 10Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages!Learn-to-SkateRegistrationongoingMENNENSPORTS ARENASIGN UP NOW Call 973-326-7651January - February2010 session• Preschool Walks:Discover nature with your children and find new ways to open their eyes to the beauty thatsurrounds them. Programs are limited to 12 child/parent teams. Pre-registration is required.To register, please call 973-635-6629.t Garden Sprouts:These programs for pre-schoolers age 3-5 feature outdoor garden walks, crafts, and otheractivities to introduce young people to the world of plants. Dress for indoor and outdoortime. All children must be accompanied by an adult and have celebrated their third birthday.Pre-registration is required. Call 973-326-7603.Learn how to identify and tap mapletrees, collect sap, and make syrupover a wood-fired evaporator. Tastetestdifferent syrups at the end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3. See Page 9 9Sunday, January 10Snowshoe Trek: ModerateAges 8 & Up.Enjoy an afternoon of snowshoeing.Bring your snowshoes and ventureout on a wintry trek through theforest. Snowshoes are available toborrow for an additional fee.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1 ($5 includes use ofsnowshoes).* See Page 4 4Monday, January 11Tai Chi DemonstrationDo you wonder if Tai Chi isright for you? Come to this freedemonstration given by Tai Chiinstructor Brian Coffey.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.*Toddler Trek: Frigid FliersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Children learn about the birds thatspend the winter here and then enjoya story read outdoors!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Nature DetectivesAges 7 - 10.Join a naturalist and search for cluesleft behind by wildlife who areawake for the winter. Which animalshave been here and what have theybeen up to?Time: 4 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*Tuesday, January 12•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mountain,Montville Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.Tuesday, January 12 &Wednesday, January 13Mosaic Garden Stepping StoneJoin Eleanor Parr DiLeo for thistwo day class to learn to createyour own mosaic stepping stoneusing tempered glass. Eleanor is amember of the Society of AmericanMosaic Artists and has taught andexhibited her work at galleries inNew Jersey, as well as out of state.Snow dates are Tuesday, January 19and Wednesday, January 20.Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $25.* ($10 materials fee to bepaid to the instructor).Wednesdays, January 13Through February 17Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Enjoy discovering the wonders ofnature through 6 weeks of walks,activities, and crafts!Time: 9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $50.* Registration beginsDecember 16 at 8 a.m.Wednesday, January 13tGarden Sprouts: Winter SkeletonsAges 3 - 5 with adult.The leaves are gone and all that’s leftare the bare bones of the trees. Lookat their shapes and sizes to discoverwhat’s going on inside trees in awalk around the arboretum.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $9.*Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoorprogram. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*Thursdays, January 14Through February 18Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Toddlers enjoy discovering thewonders of nature through 6 weeksof walks, activities, and crafts!Time: 9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. or10:45 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $50.* Registration startsDecember 17 at 8 a.m.Thursdays, January 14Woodland Adventures: KeepingWarmAges 4 - 6 with an adult.Wildlife has so many ways ofsurviving the winter! Find outhow they do it with a walk and funactivities.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $8.*Saturday, January 16Eagle Watching TripAges 16 & Up.Join this van trip into NY and PAto view majestic, wintering BaldEagles. Dress warmly and bringa bag lunch! Space is extremelylimited so register today!Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Meet at the Great SwampOEC.Cost: $35.*Animals in Winter: EasyAges 5 & Up.Find evidence of winter wildlife onPyramid Mountain.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.*

Sunday, January 17Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages!Learn how to identify and tap mapletrees, collect sap, and make syrupover a wood-fired evaporator. Tastetestdifferent syrups at the end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3. See Page Page 9 9Monday, January 18Olympic Flag SigningSign the Olympic Flag for itsjourney via Olympians to theVancouver Olympics of 2010 fromMennen Sports Arena. Everyone isinvited to sign a piece of history.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 Noon and2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Mennen Sports Arena.Cost: FREE. See Page 6 6Tuesday, January 19•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Schiff Natural LandsTrust, Mendham Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.•Preschool Walk: Tricky TracksAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Discover what tracks can be foundon the trails in the snow or mud, andlearn to walk like the animals do.Enjoy a track craft afterwards.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Wednesday, January 20Woodland Adventures:Whose Feet are These?Ages 4 - 6 with an adult.Webbed, furry, narrow, and widedescribes many different animalfeet! Enjoy track exploration and ananimal track matching game.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*Homeschool Walks: TracksAll Ages!Find out how to identify animaltracks with fun activities with a walkon the trails.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child over 2.*Thursday, January 21tGarden Sprouts: Big and SmallAges 3 - 5 with adult.Some plants are big and othersare small. Why do they grow intodifferent sizes? Search for thebiggest and the smallest plants thatlive outside and inside.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $9.*Woodland Adventures:Whose Feet are These?Ages 4 - 6 with an adult.Webbed, furry, narrow, and widedescribe many different animalfeet! Enjoy track exploration and ananimal track matching game.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Friday, January 22Project WET: Teacher TrainingWorkshopEducators for Grades K - 12.Through innovative interactivelessons, teachers gain knowledgeof water’s properties, quantity andquality issues, water conservation,aquatic wildlife, ecosystems,and more. Breakfast, curriculummaterials, and 6 ProfessionalDevelopment Credits included.Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $30.*Saturday, January 23Tyke HikeAges 2 - 5 with an adult.Discover the animals and plantsfound on Pyramid Mountain in thewinter. Everyone is sure to learnsome amazing new nature facts.Time: 10 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $2 per person.*Saturday, January 23 &Sunday, January 24Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages!Learn how to identify and tap mapletrees, collect sap, and make syrupover a wood-fired evaporator. Tastetestdifferent syrups at the end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3. See Page Page 9 9Sunday, January 24Tu B’ShevatAges 6 & Up.Tu B’Shevat is the Jewishcelebration of trees. Join thecelebration with the Morris CountyConnection and the West MorrisSection of the National Councilof Jewish Women for storytelling,crafts, and the sampling of Israelifruits, nuts, and other foods.Snowdate is January 31.Time: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE. See Page Page 8 8Monday, January 25Tai Chi In The MomentInstructor Brian Coffey has beenteaching at the Arboretum formany years. He is a graduate of theNanjing University of TraditionalChinese Medicine and is trained inQi Gong, as well as Tai Chi. This is aclass with 4 Monday sessions;1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $50.*Toddler Trek: Who’s Sleeping?Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Learn how animals survive in thewinter cold and then enjoy a storyread outdoors!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Tuesday, January 26•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Dismal Harmony,Mendham, Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONtGarden Sprouts: Snow What?Ages 3 - 5 with adult.Explore the uses of snow in the garden.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $9.*Wednesday, January 27Homeschool Walk:Snow’s My HomeAll ages with an adult.Especially designed for homeschoolfamilies, these monthly walksfeature different topics to exploreusing hands-on activities, guidedwalks, and more.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5 per child over 2.*Thursday, January 28Woodland Adventures:Snow’s My HomeAges 4 - 6 with an adult.Learn about the animals who spendthe winter in the snow with a walkand fun activities!Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Saturday, January 30Cooking Series: Chili Three WaysJust in time for Super Bowl Sunday,learn how to make 3 different types ofchili. We make our own chili powderfor you to take home as well. Recipesand samples accompany every class.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $20.*Sunday, January 31Winter Woodpecker Hike: ModerateAges 16 & Up.Get to know New Jersey’swoodpeckers on this wintry hike.Bring binoculars or borrow ours.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.*Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages!Learn how to identify and tap mapletrees, collect sap, and make syrupover a wood-fired evaporator. Tastetestdifferent syrups at the end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3. See Page 9 915Monday, February 1 ThroughSunday, February 28Flights of FancyAbagail Eckert, a local fine artistspecializes in oil painting andmixed media. Her show, entitled“Flights of Fancy” is a samplingof her passion for organic shapes,rich, blended color, and naturalundertones in post modern art.Time: Daily, 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: FREE.Tuesday, February 2•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Lewis Morris Park,Morris Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.tGarden Sprouts: What Smells?Ages 3 - 5 with adult.Different plants have different smells.Bring your nose along for a smell safari!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $9.*Tuesday, February 2Afterschool Program: Groundhog Day!Ages 7 - 10.What do you really know aboutgroundhogs? Separate the factsfrom the fiction through games andactivities. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*Wednesday, February 3Population Connection:Teacher Training WorkshopEducators for Grades K - 8.Teachers gain knowledge of impactsof population growth and how tobalance Earth’s people, resources,and environment through innovativeand interactive math, science, andsocial studies lessons. Breakfast andcurriculum materials included.Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $30.*

16 PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONThursdays, February 4Through February 25Nature’s Classroom Winter SessionAges 9 - 12.Join this four week series of funfilledscience education classes forhomeschoolers.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $45.*Friday, February 5Owl ProwlAges 7 & Up.Learn all about owls during an excitingnight hike in the winter forest.Time: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $2 per person.*Saturday, February 6Tyke HikeAges 2 - 5 with an adult.Young children take to the trailsto discover the animals and plantsfound at the Great Swamp!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $2 per person.*Tyke HikeAges 2 - 5 with an adult.Discover the animals and plantsfound on Pyramid Mountain.Time: 10 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $2 per person.*Winter’s Day on the FarmTake interpretive maple sugaringhikes, tap maple trees, watch anevaporator demo, and taste-test maplesyrups. Weather permitting, watchice harvested on the pond. Help withfarm chores and see life in action onthe farm. Enjoy a wagon ride.Time: 12 Noon - 4 p.m.Location: Fosterfields.Cost: Admission is $6 for adults,$5 for seniors (65+), $4 for childrenages 4-16, and $2 for children ages 2& 3. FREE for children under age 2and Friends members. See Page 8 8Hats Off to Matilda!Ages 6 & Up with adult.Return to the childhood of MatildaFrelinghuysen by attending thiselegant tea for young and old alike.Learn how much has changed inthe way we dress in the past onehundred years. Learn how hatsbecame bigger and fancier andactually helped begin today’senvironmental movement. Allyoung tea-takers make a gardenparty hat to take home. Snow date:Saturday, February 20.Time: 1:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $30 per person.* See Page Page 2 2Sunday, February 7Eagle Watching TripAges 16 & Up.Join this van trip into NY and PAto view majestic, wintering BaldEagles. Dress warmly and bringa bag lunch! Space is extremelylimited, so register today!Time: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Meet at the Great SwampOEC.Cost: $35.*Snowshoe AdventureAges 8 & Up.Enjoy an afternoon of learning aboutsnowshoeing and an opportunity totry a variety of shoes. Venture out ona wintry trek through the forest witha naturalist.Time: 12:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $10 for ages 13 & up ; $5 forages 8 - 12. See page Page 4 4SPIN GardeningLearn how to take your home gardento the next level from the co-authorof the revolutionary sub-acre SPIN-Farming method. Roxanne Christensenshows you how these revolutionarytechniques can be applied to yourhome garden to help produce a steadyand dependable supply of veggies.Visit www.spingardening.com formore information. Snow date isFebruary 14.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $10.*Monday, February 8Toddler Trek: Maple Sugaring forSeedlingsAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Learn about the maple sugaringprocess and then enjoy a story readoutdoors!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Monday, February 8 orWednesday, February 10Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoorprogram. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Tuesdays, February 9 - March 9(No Class On February 23)Nature’s Classroom Winter SessionAges 6 - 8.Join this four week series of funfilledscience education classes forhomeschoolers.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $45.*Tuesday, February 9•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Kay Center, Chester Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.Hearts and Flowers - Love is in the airJoin this workshop to decorate aheart shaped wreath with lovely driedflowers in time for Valentine’s Day.Materials and supplies are furnished,however, please bring your ownflower arranging clippers appropriatefor cutting fine material, as well as abox to carry home your creations.Time: 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $55.*Chocolate Making Class for TeensGrades 6 & UpEveryone wants to be your Valentinewhen they get a taste of the deliciouschocolates you make in this class.Use molds, dipping tools, pastrybags, and even balloons to makesome awesome treats. Wear oldclothes because you make a mess,and bring an apron if you have one.Time: 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $25.*Wednesday, February 10tGarden Sprouts: Deer Me!Ages 3- 5 with adult.Deer are one of the biggest mammalsliving in the arboretum. Look fortracks and other signs of deer andlearn how to keep them from eatingyour garden down to the ground.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $9.*Woodland Adventures: Play Time!Animals at Play.Ages 4 - 6 with an adult.Come learn the various ways animalsplay with each other. Stories, games,and a walk illustrate the topic.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*Branches & Buds WalkAges 18 & Up.Come out with a naturalist and learnto recognize the trees when theyhave no leaves!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*Thursday, February 11Woodland Adventures: MapsAges 4 - 6 with an adult.Learn to find your way using simplemaps, and then create your own! Afun, very basic orienteering classwith a hike and activities!Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Saturday, February 13Great Backyard Bird Count: EasyAges 5 & Up.Take part in this annual four dayevent as birdwatchers of all agescount birds to create a snapshot ofwhere birds are located across thecontinent. Pick up an observationpacket at the Visitors Center, and goout to your favorite vantage point tocount the birds you see in a 15 minuteperiod. Then report your data back tothe Cornell Lab of Ornithology. Bringbinoculars and your curiosity.Time: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC. &Pyramid Mtn.Cost: FREE.Saturday, February 13 &Sunday, February 14Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages!Learn how to identify and tap mapletrees, collect sap, and make syrupover a wood-fired evaporator. Tastetestdifferent syrups at the end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3. See Page 9 9Tuesday, February 16•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Hedden Park, DoverCost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.Toddler Trek: Who Goes There?Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Learn about who left those animaltracks behind and enjoy a story readoutdoors!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*•Preschool Walk: Maple SugaringAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Discover how maple syrup is made,and see a maple tree where sap isbeing collected. Enjoy a maplethemedcraft afterwards.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Wednesday, February 17Homeschool Walks: Maple SugaringAll Ages!Learn all about how maple syrup ismade through a demonstration. Thenwalk to one of the maple trees tocheck out the sap running and visitthe wood burning evaporator.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child over 2.*

Wednesday, February 17Family Homeschool Walk: HereBirdie Birdie! Winter Birds andtheir TreatsAll ages with an adult.Especially designed for homeschoolfamilies, these monthly walks featuredifferent topics to explore using handsonactivities, guided walks, and more.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5 per child over 2.*Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoorprogram. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*Thursday, February 18tGarden Sprouts:Don’t Throw That Away!Ages 3 - 5 with adult.Done with that apple or that peach?Not so fast! Learn how to start agarden from all your leftovers.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $9.*Track AttackAges 7 - 10.Find out those animals that have fourtoes, walk with their claws pulledinto their feet, and more. You caneven try to walk like the animalswhile we go out and find tracks inthe snow or mud!Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Saturday, February 20Frozen Falls Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.Venture out on Turkey Mountain tosee the Valhalla Brook Falls.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: FREE.Saturday, February 20 &Sunday, February 21Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages!Learn how to identify and tap mapletrees, collect sap, and make syrupover a wood-fired evaporator. Tastetestdifferent syrups at the end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3. See Page 9 9Sunday, February 21Winter WalkBundle up and walk around thegrounds. Afterwards, enjoy a warmdrink and some good company.Time: 2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: 12.*Monday, February 22Toddler Trek: Who Goes There?Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Learn who left those animal tracksbehind and enjoy a story readoutdoors!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Nature DetectivesAges 7 - 10.Join a naturalist and learn what’shappening in the swamp during thewinter. Be surprised by how much isreally going on!Time: 4 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*Tuesday, February 23•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Buttermilk Falls,Mendham Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.Wednesday, February 24Winter WILD:Workshop for EducatorsEducators for Grades Pre K - 12.Earn six professional developmenthours while experiencing thisinnovative interdisciplinary programfocusing on wildlife. Continentalbreakfast and curriculum materialsincluded.Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $30.*tGarden Sprouts: Invent a PlantAges 3 - 5 with adult.Identify plant parts and theirfunctions. Find parts new and oldduring a walk around the gardens,and invent a plant in whatever crazycolors you like!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $9.*Thursday, February 25Woodland Adventures: Winter BirdsAges 4 - 6 with an adult.Learn about the birds that spendthe winter in NJ and how theysurvive the cold with a hike and funactivities!Time: 1 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Saturday, February 27Maple Sugaring DemoAll Ages!Learn how to identify and tap mapletrees, collect sap, and make syrupover a wood-fired evaporator. Tastetestdifferent syrups at the end!Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3. See Page 9 9Sunday, February 28Cooking Series: Puff Pastry-Savoryand SweetIn this cooking demonstration,learn how to make puff pastry anddiscover its versatility. Use it tomake both savory and sweet dishes,like palmiers, cheese straws, appletartlets, and puff pastry cups filledwith chicken and mushrooms.Samples and recipes accompanyevery class.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $20.*Full Moon Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.After the sun and leaves aredown, enjoy a moonlit walkthrough the wintery wonderlandof Pyramid Mountain. Bringflashlights.PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONTime: 5:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.* See Page Page 5 5Monday, March 1Tai Chi In The MomentInstructor Brian Coffey has beenteaching at the Arboretum formany years. He is a graduate of theNanjing University of TraditionalChinese Medicine and is trained inQi Gong, as well as Tai Chi. This isa class with 4 Monday sessions, 3/1,3/8, 3/15, and 3/22.Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $50.*Tuesday, March 2•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Mt. Hope, Rockaway Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.tGarden Sprouts: Lotsa DotsAges 3 - 5 with adult.Some leaves are green with whitespots, some plants are white withgreen spots, and some have spots thatare pink, red, or purple. Learn why.Time: 1 p.m.17Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $9.*Saturday, March 6PreSeason Golf RegistrationTime: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. dailyLocation: Pinch Brook G.C.See Page Page 2 2Tyke HikeAges 2 - 5 with an adult.Take to the trails to discover theanimals and plants found at the GreatSwamp!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $2 per person.*Trees in Winter: ModerateAges 16 & Up.No need to worry - our trees arenaked, but they’re not embarrassed!Learn how to tell who’s who bystudying bark, twigs, and buds.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.*

18 PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONSunday, March 7Kitchen ApothecaryDonna Reynolds and EmilyDiMattio of Willow Moon Herbalspresent a program on herbalremedies. They demonstrate howto make oils, salves, and linimentsusing various herbs. Receive a salveand liniment to take home.Time: 1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $12.* (An additional $8materials fee to be paid to theinstructors).Monday, March 8Toddler Trek: Owl ProwlAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Kids learn about the mysterious owlsthat live in the swamp and enjoy astory read outdoors!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Monday, March 8 orWednesday, March 10Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix natureand art in this indoor/outdoorprogram. Each class features adifferent NJ animal to learn aboutand draw. Parents are welcome tostay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Tuesday, March 9•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Scherman Hoffman,BernardsvilleCost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.Wednesday, March 10tGarden Sprouts: Up We GoAges 3 - 5 with adult.Trees are reaching for the sky and wayup on their tops there’s a lot going on.Look for signs of spring and signs ofwho just might be living so high.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $9.*Thursday, March 11Woodland Adventures: What AboutWeather?Ages 4 - 6 with an adult.Rain, sun, snow and wind, theweather changes every day! Learnabout the different kinds of weatherwith a walk and fun activities.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Saturday, March 13PreSeason Golf RegistrationTime: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. dailyLocation: Flanders Valley G. C. &Sunset Valley G.C.See Page Page 2 2Tyke HikeAges 2 - 5 with an adult.Discover the animals and plantsfound on Pyramid Mountain!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $2 per person.*Sunday, March 14Singles Hikin’ of the Green: ModerateAges 18 & Up.Looking for someone to hike with?This pre St. Patrick’s Day singles hikemay help. All adults are welcome.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: FREE.Tuesday, March 16Project Learning Tree: Workshopfor EducatorsEducators for Grades PreK - 12.Earn six professional developmenthours while experiencing thisinnovative interdisciplinary programfocusing on trees and forests.Breakfast and curriculum materialsincluded.Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $30.*•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack andexplore one of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Jockey Hollow,Harding Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.Ladies ChoiceLearn how some very knowledgeableprofessionals choose plants. Gardenwriter Valerie Sudol, NurserywomanHeidi Hesselein, and LandscapeDesigner, Susan Cohan, share theirtop plant picks in categories like “MyBFF (Best Foliage Friend)”, “Scentsto Render One Senseless,” and “MyKind of Red.” Bring a bagged lunch.Enjoy the complimentary dessertand beverage bar. The snow date isTuesday, March 23.Time: 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $35.* See Page 9Wednesday, March 17Homeschool Walks: Winter Birdsand Their TreatsAll Ages!Especially designed for homeschoolfamilies, these monthly walksfeature different topics to exploreusing hands-on activities, guidedwalks, and more.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child over 2. *•Preschool Walk: Spring HasSprungAges 4 & 5 with an adult.Come out to see signs of springalong the trails and enjoy a springthemedcraft afterwards.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Wednesdays, March 17Through April 21Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Toddlers enjoy discovering thewonders of nature through 6 weeksof walks, activities, and crafts!Time: 9:45 a.m. or 10:45 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $50.* Registration beginsFebruary 24 at 8 a.m.Wednesday, March 17Woodland Adventures: MUD!Ages 4 - 6 with an adult.As March brings us into MUDseason, we explore how animals live,play, and survive in the mud throughhands-on activities and a hike.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*Homeschool Walks:Here Birdie Birdie!All Ages!These monthly walks featuredifferent topics to explore usinghands-on activities, guided walks,and more.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5 per child over 2.*Awesome Animal ArtistsAges 5 - 9.Budding young artists mix nature andSee Page 9 art in this indoor/outdoor program.Each class features a different NJanimal to learn about and draw. Parentsare welcome to stay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*See Page Page 2 2Thursdays, March 18Through April 22Nature’s Little ExplorersAges 2 & 3 with an adult.Toddlers enjoy discovering thewonders of nature through 6 weeksof walks, activities, and crafts!Registration begins on Thursday,February 25 at 8 a.m.!Time: 9:45 a.m. or 10:45 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $50.Thursday, March 18tGarden Sprouts: Good Morning,SunshineAges 3 - 5 with adult.Days are getting longer and newplants are happy. Look for newplants just peeking out, searching forthat early morning sun.Time: 10 a.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $9.*Woodland Adventures: MUD!Ages 4 - 6 with an adult.Explore how animals live, play, andsurvive in the mud through hands onactivities and a hike.Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Saturday, March 20Spring Equinox HikeAll Ages!Celebrate the first day of spring with anaturalist-led walk through the forestsand swamps, looking for the tell-talesigns that spring have arrived!Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*PreSeason Golf RegistrationTime: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. dailyLocation: Berkshire Valley G. C.Nature Scavenger HuntAll Ages!Calling all adventurous families! TheGreat Swamp challenges you to worktogether to solve nature riddles.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*

Saturday, March 20Vernal Equinox Hike: ModerateAges 7 & Up.The days are growing longer, and springis near. Join this hike for some equinoxhistory, folklore, and a glimpse of thewaxing full moon.Time: 5:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.* See Page Page 5 5Monday, March 22Toddler Trek: Spring’s Here!Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Adventurous kids search for signs thatspring is coming and enjoy a story readoutdoors!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Nature DetectivesAges 7 - 10.Join a naturalist and learn what wildlifeis stirring in the swamp as springapproaches.Time: 4 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*Tuesday, March 23•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in a backpack and exploreone of many wonderful Morris Countyarea trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Tourne Park, Boonton Twp.Cost: $1.* Call 973-635-6629.Wednesday, March 24Wonders of Wetlands:Teacher Training WorkshopEducators for Grades K - 12.Cooper Gristmill/Black River Park908-879-5463Fosterfields LivingHistorical Farm& The Willows973-326-7645Industrial Heritage973-288-6542WOW! provides a resourcefulcollection of wetland activities,information, and ideas. Participantsreceive over 50 multi-disciplinaryactivities, background informationon wetlands, ideas for student actionplans, and a resource guide. Breakfastand curriculum materials included.Time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $30.*tGarden Sprouts: Topsy Turvy TimeAges 3 - 5 with adult.Is it spring, or is it winter? Will the plantsgrow, or will they wait a few moreweeks? Find what plants are blooming nomatter how small.Time: 1 p.m.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $9.*Family Homeschool Walk: Let’s Talkabout the WeatherAll ages with an adult.Especially designed for homeschoolfamilies, these monthly walks featuredifferent topics to explore using hands-onactivities, guided walks, and more.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5 per child over 2.*Thursday, March 25It Starts with the SoilMarc Zukovich, Associate Professor atCounty College of Morris and Presidentof Sterling Horticultural Services inMorristown discusses soils for gardeners.Learn the basics of soil composition, whatplants need to in order to grow well, andthe fundamentals of fertilizers. Rutgerssoil test kits are on hand for sale.Time: 10 a.m. - 12 Noon.Location: Frelinghuysen Arboretum.Cost: $15.** For program and registration information,please contact the appropriate facility:Pyramid Mountain Natural973-334-3130The FrelinghuysenArboretum973-326-7601Golf Information973-326-7602Mennen Sports Arena973-326-7651Mahlon DickersonReservation973-663-0200Great Swamp OEC973-635-6629TTY Relay 7-1-1Historic Speedwell973-285-6550Morris Trails Partnership973-829-8256Woodland Adventures: Don’t Eat Me!Ages 4 - 6 with an adult.Learn about how animals defendthemselves from becoming someone’slunch! Enjoy a hike and fun activities.Time: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $5.*Frog JamboreeAll Ages!The spring peepers and wood frogs arecalling from the vernal pools. Learn aboutthese two frogs while listening to theirchorus.Time: 2 p.m.Location: Great Swamp OEC.Cost: $3.*Smooth and Slimy!Ages 5 & Up.Through games and activities learnabout the fascinating amphibians thatare leaving their overwintering sitesand getting ready to party! Parentsare welcome to stay and take part.Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*Saturday, March 27Morris County Golf Courses:First Day of PlayBerkshire Valley G.C., Flanders ValleyG.C., Pinch Brook G. C., andSunset Valley G.C.! See Page Page 2 2Peeper’s Walk - EasyAges 5 & Up.Spring is here! Head out with a naturalistand listen to the chorus of lovelorn frogs.Time: 2 p.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.Park Police973-326-7632KayEnvironmental Center973-635-6629ParkReservations973-326-7631PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITIONSunday, March 28Cooking Series: Pate au ChouxEclairs, profiteroles, gougere, parisbrest…theseare all things you learn tomake using one simpledough. Samples andrecipes accompany eachclass.Time: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.Location: FrelinghuysenArboretum.Cost: $20.*Tuesday, March 30•Baby and Me HikePut your baby in abackpack and exploreone of many wonderfulMorris County area trails!Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $1.*Call 973-635-6629.Toddler Trek:Spring’s Here!Ages 2 & 3 with an adult.Kids search for signsthat spring has arrivedand enjoy a story readoutdoors!Time: 10 a.m.Location: Pyramid Mtn.Cost: $5.*19Tea for Girls & eir DollsSAVE THE DATE!Take your favorite young lady and her doll to tea onSunday, June 13, 2010! Enjoy a fashion show by Babies’ N Bowsshowcasing dresses for girls ages 3 months to 12 years.Fashion show also includes matching girls dresses for dolls18” to 22” that are perfect for their American Girl dolls.Program is sponsored by The Friends of Fosterfields and Cooper Gristmill.For further information, please contact, 973-326-7645PathwaysPathways is a publication of the Morris County Board ofChosen FreeholdersGene Feyl, DirectorWilliam J. Chegwidden Deputy Director,Douglas R. Cabana, John J. Murphy,James W. Murray, Margaret Nordstrom,Jack J. SchrierPublished by theMorris County Park CommissionP.O. Box 1295, Morristown, NJ 07962-1295Judith Schleicher, PresidentJohn R. Sette, Vice PresidentJulie C. BaronNicholas A. CameronJack KellyBetty Cass-SchmidtRichard Seabury, IIIDavid R. StiversTim TweedDavid D. Helmer, Executive DirectorLois M. Wnek, Executive EditorThe Morris County Park Commissioninvites everyone to visit the parks andparticipate in the programs.If you have special needs, please contact the Administrativeoffice for assistance, Monday to Fridayfrom 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 973-326-7600 or TTYRelay: 7-1-1.If you require an interpreter for the deaf, pleaseprovide two weeks notice.Watch for the SpringIssue!

20 PATHWAYS - WINTER EDITION•PARK ALLIANCE CORNER•Visit the new Park Alliance website at: www.parkalliance.net forall the latest Park Alliance news. Donate to your favorite activity and helpsupport the work of the Park Alliance to enhance programs and servicesof the Morris County Park Commission, especially during these times ofbudget reductions.COME SEE THE BRICK PAVERS! The first installment of bricks is at“Stars Plaza” at the William G. Mennen Sports Arena in Morris Township.Stop by the plaza and see these commemorative bricks. Order forms forthe next shipment are available in the Arena. Bricks make an excellentHoliday gift for your young athletes or to recognize a special day.CENTRAL PARK DOG PARK! Fundraising continues to support theconstruction of a “state-of-the-art” off leash area at Morris County’s newestpark in Parsippany. The Park Commission has agreed to provide fencingfor a spring opening and the Planning Committee is hard at work seekingdonations for equipment and supplies. Donations can be made via thePark Alliance’s newwebsite. You canalso see the artists’rendering on theFollow TheMorris CountyPark CommissiononMorristownNavigator.comIt’s Free, It’s Easy, It’s Fun.TMweb site!CALLING ALLBUSINESSES!Special rates arenow availableto our businesspartners forsponsorshipat the WilliamG. MennenSports Arena(dasherboards), theDog Park (banners)and PATHWAYS(Ads)! Packagerates are availablefor PATHWAYS andthe Dasherboardprogram.Contact the ParkAlliance at973-631-5273.Mennen Sports ArenaPublic Skating ScheduleWilliam G. Mennen Sports Arena161 E. Hanover Ave., P.O. Box 1295Morris Township, N.J. 07962-1295www.morrisparks.netSeptember 13, 2009 - April 8, 2010Times:Mornings: Monday thru Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 NoonAfternoons: Tuesday thru Friday* 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.(*Portion of ice used for instruction)Saturday & Sunday 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.Evenings: Wednesday & Friday 8:00 – 10:00 p.m.Fee Schedule:Monday - Friday (Day)General Admission...................$5.00Wednesday & Friday (Evening)General Admission...................$7.00Saturday, Sunday & HolidaysGeneral Admission...................$7.00Skate Rental (Tax included)....... $3.50• Wednesday afternoon session canceled December through February• Extra Sessions are available on holidays, call arena main office for schedule• Times are subject to change, so please call to confirm• General Sessions will not be held: Christmas Day and Easter SundayBirthday Parties – Private Ice Rentals – Special Group RatesPrivate & Group Lessons – Pro Shop – Snack BarFor information: 973-326-7651or www.morrisparks.net