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Nature Explorers

Join Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff to explore the wonders of nature through an outdoor activity. After being outdoors, come inside and make a craft to take home. For ages 7-10 years. To register, please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nature-explorers-tickets-662569773027?aff=oddtdtcreator. For more information, please visit the Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center at New Jersey Fish & […]

Intro to Fly Fishing

Event Series Intro to Fly Fishing

Have you wanted to get into fly fishing but didn’t know where to start? Let the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff walk you through it. We will cover everything from regulations, equipment, where to go, basic entomology, and much more. This 2-hour class will meet three (3) times in July, with the last class putting what you […]

Sedge Island Field and Research Experience

Join Sedge Island staff for a three-day, two-night program for students going into grades 10 through 12 in September 2023. This program is ideal for students interested in pursuing or are considering pursuing a college education in marine science or environmental studies. Deadline to apply May 1. Program Information  Online Application  For more information, please […]

Nature at Night – Night Hike

Nature changes at night. Join Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff as we explore our local trails at night. We will take an easy hike up the mountain to start. Once at the top, we will take a seat at McDowell’s Pond to see what wildlife comes out to join us. We ask that everyone […]

Family Fishing Basics

Bring your family to Pequest and learn to fish! We will discuss safety and ethics, equipment, and its use. After the lesson, we will practice casting before heading to the Education Pond to try our hand at fishing. All equipment will be supplied. Children under 10 will need an adult to work with them. To […]

Intro to Fly Fishing

Event Series Intro to Fly Fishing

Have you wanted to get into fly fishing but didn’t know where to start? Let the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff walk you through it. We will cover everything from regulations, equipment, where to go, basic entomology, and much more. This 2-hour class will meet three (3) times in July, with the last class putting what you […]

Canceled Monthly Fly-Tying Meet-Up

Join the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff as we open our meeting room for a Monthly Fly-Tying Meet-up. Get your fly tying set up off the kitchen table and join other tyers for an afternoon of tying and story sharing. Participants will need to bring their own fly-tying tools and materials. For ages 12 […]

Nature Nurtures – Birds in My Backyard

Join us for story and craft time! Each month, Pequest Natural Resource Center staff will read a nature-based book. After the story is done, we will create a craft with you to take home. For ages 3-6 years. To register, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nature-nurtures-tickets-685089921397?aff=oddtdtcreator. For more information, please visit the Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center at New […]

Nature Explorers – Bird Watching

Join Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff to explore the wonders of nature through an outdoor activity. After being outdoors, come inside and make a craft to take home. For ages 7-10 years. To register, please go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nature-explorers-tickets-685093070817?aff=oddtdtcreator. For more information, please visit the Pequest Trout Hatchery and Natural Resource Education Center at New Jersey Fish & […]

Hook & Cook Campout

$30 Youth Aged 6 and Up (Rain or Shine) Registration Deadline: August 15 Camping is an easy way to unplug and enjoy the outdoors. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-time camper, this adventure is sure to build lasting memories for you and your family. In addition to tent camping, the weekend activities may […]

Nature Nurtures – Amara and the Bats

Join us for story and craft time! Each month, Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff will read a nature-based book. After the story is done, we will create a craft with you to take home. The program is 45 minutes long. For ages 3-6 years. To register, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nature-nurtures-tickets-695572063767?aff=oddtdtcreator. For more information, please visit […]

Fly Casting for Beginners

FULL Want to learn how to fly cast? Join the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff for a two-hour Fly Casting for Beginners program. You will learn fly rod rigging and anatomy, as well as how to cast the basic 4-part cast. You will then try your hand at casting on grass, so no fishing […]

Introduction to Fly Fishing

Event Series Introduction to Fly Fishing

Have you wanted to get into fly fishing but didn’t know where to start? Let the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff walk you through it. We will cover everything from regulations, equipment, where to go, basic entomology, and much more. This two-hour class will meet three (3) times in September, with the last class putting what you […]

Nature Nurtures – I Don’t Want to Be Scary on Halloween

FULL Join us for story and craft time! Each month, Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff will read a nature-based book. After the story is done, we will create a craft with you to take home. The program is 45 minutes long. Feel free to come in costume for this story! For ages 3-6 years. […]

Introduction to NJ Trout Fishing

FULL The staff at the Pequest Fish Hatchery take great pride in the trout we raise and stock in NJ. Let us help you get into trout fishing. This course is for new anglers who are learning to fish and would like to go fishing for trout. We will go over gear and techniques used […]

Introduction to Fly Fishing

Event Series Introduction to Fly Fishing

Have you wanted to get into fly fishing but didn’t know where to start? Let the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff walk you through it. We will cover everything from regulations, equipment, where to go, basic entomology, and much more. This two-hour class will meet three (3) times in September, with the last class putting what you […]

Introduction to Fly Fishing

Event Series Introduction to Fly Fishing

Have you wanted to get into fly fishing but didn’t know where to start? Let the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff walk you through it. We will cover everything from regulations, equipment, where to go, basic entomology, and much more. This two-hour class will meet three (3) times in September, with the last class putting what you […]

Halloween Eve Night Hike

Nature changes at night. Join the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff as we explore our local trails the night before Halloween. We will take a seat at McDowells Pond to see if any spooks and goblins come out to join us. Please wear your favorite costume. No full-face masks, weapons, or anything that is […]

Nature Nurtures – Gobble Gobble

Join us for story and craft time! Each month, Pequest Natural Resource Education Center staff will read a nature-based book. After the story is done, we will create a craft with you to take home. The program is 45 minutes long. For ages 3-6 years. To register, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nature-nurtures-gobble-gobble-tickets-745600821127?aff=oddtdtcreator. For more information, please visit […]

Pequest Trout Hatchery Tour – Morning

Come take a guided trout hatchery tour with staff from the Pequest Natural Resource Education Center. Staff will give you additional insight into the hatchery operations and be available to answer any questions. You will also learn about the species of trout that we have in NJ as well as about trout habitat. As the […]