In our region, there are so many beautiful natural places and things to do in the great outdoors! Yet, many of our friends and neighbors struggle with finding ways to enjoy the outdoors on their own or with their family. There are so many great resources in our town, and we know that as the landscape and demands of our lives change rapidly, our needs within our community and our environment change, too.
Nature Connection of West Milford’s public education offers resources and guidance for connecting with nature in new and significant ways. Whether you are a seasoned outdoor enthusiast curious about new ways to forge connections within your community, a new family trying to re-learn new ways of doing things with young children, newly moved to the area, or someone who looking to make their very first meaningful nature connection, our Public Education Series and field trips are designed to empower you to access nature in the way that works best for you.
Discover nature as our food supply, the healing power of food and medicinal power of native plants, and how nature acts as the ultimate communicator—bringing us together in how we relate to our environment and each other. Our Public education offers new ways to grow and connect together through nature. Come with us to watch a sunset, walk the shoreline, swim the lake, stare at the stars, hug a tree, kayak the reservoir, explore botanical gardens, forage in the forest, plant and harvest vegetables and herbs. . .