The Homeschool Hikers program for older homeschoolers features a hike on the rugged trails of Pyramid Mountain with a nature lesson along the way! It’s a chance for older kids to cover some ground on hikes of approximately 3 miles while learning something new. In this session, we hunt for the subtle clues that spring is on its way, even if it still looks like winter out there!

The Toddler Trekkers will learn about the legend of the Groundhog and enjoy fun stories. Trekkers will go on a short walk to decide if spring has started.

Homeschool Hikers: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 – 10:30am -11:30am

Toddler Treks: Thursday, March 14, 2024

Register for this event here ! Or call: 973.635.6629

Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area
472 Boonton Ave, #Boonton, NJ 07005

VICTORY GARDENS

Tuesday, May 17:  Glacial Geology – This program for older homeschoolers features a 2-3 mile hike on the rugged trails of Pyramid Mountain with a nature lesson along the way! In this session, we will learn about the fascinating geology of Pyramid Mountain with its glacial erratic boulders and gneiss bedrock. Bring a snack and water and wear appropriate shoes for hiking. 

Tuesday, June 21:  Amphibians – This program for older homeschoolers features a 2-3 mile hike on the rugged trails of Pyramid Mountain with a nature lesson along the way! In this session, we will learn about the amphibians of the forest: toads, newts, frogs and salamanders. Hikers should bring a snack and water and wear appropriate shoes for hiking. 

• Date: Tuesday, May 17—Tuesday, June 21
• Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
• Location: Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, 472 Boonton Ave, Boonton, NJ 07005.
• Cost: $12 per child.
• Contact: Preregistration is required. For more information, call 973-635-6629.

Register here.

VICTORY GARDENS

Thursday, June 9: Beautiful Bees – All kinds of bees are busy visiting flowers to gather pollen and nectar. Learn what kinds of bees live in the Great Swamp, why they sometimes sting, and many more facts with a story and a guided walk.

Register here.

• Date: Thursday, Thursday, June 9
• Time: 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
• Location: Pyramid Mountain Natural Historic Area, 472 Boonton Ave, Boonton, NJ 07005.
• Cost: $7 per child.
• Contact: Preregistration is required. For more information, call 973.635.6629.

I am always surprised to learn that our Sheep Hill Observatory seems to be a hidden secret. We have our own 18 inch Newtonian mounted telescope and astronomical observatory right here in #Boonton , #MorrisCty .

This is the place to be on the Friday nights when it is open to the public! And if you want to go more often, join the Association!

Right now, they are hiring contractors to fix the dome. They have funding; but need workers!

(20+) Contractor in Boonton, NJ at Sheep Hill Astronomical Association | Facebook

Job Description

To all of the friends of the Sheep Hill Astronomical Association, we need your help! As you may, or may not know, our observatory dome is in desperate need of repair. We finally have the funds we need to get the work done and we have a few contractors that have expressed interest in the past on helping us out, but we’re still looking for more help. If you or someone you know have experience with metal fabrication, welding, paint stripping and recoating, rental of construction fencing and most importantly rigging and crane operation please contact us! We’re not looking for free work, although we won’t turn it down. We have funds. We can pay. Thank you!

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