Calling all kids ages 5 – 13, now is the perfect time to join our Junior Refuge Manager program. Learn basic skills in wildlife preservation and an appreciations for the multitude of disciplines it involves…biology, botany, forestry and more. On two separate days in April and May, Friends of the Great Swamp NWR will host hands-on workshops at the Wildlife Observation Center on Long Hill Road. These workshops allow anyone to earn a Junior Refuge Manager badge in just one day.  Our experts will be on hand to help in any area and, who knows, the old folks might learn something new themselves.

What a great reason to bring a kid to the refuge…and serious naturalists will really enjoy this immersive experience. Of course, kids can join the program at any time, and take as long as they like to earn their badge. Just complete the Junior Refuge Manager Activity Guide, which is available at the Visitors Center or the Wildlife Observation Center (also on our website here).

So for fun day at the refuge, getting an up close look at our amazing selection of turtles, frogs, snakes and plants, come on over. You don’t have to register in advance, but this is outdoors, so check the weather before you leave. You can also check for updates on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/FriendsofGreatSwampNWR/ 

Junior Refuge Manager – Earn Your Badge Days

Saturday, April 28, 2018 – 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Sunday, May 20, 2018 – 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Wildlife Observation Center, Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge
220 Long Hill Rd
Harding Township, NJ