Great Swamp Watershed Association Events

Saturday April 27 9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Somerset County Park Commission, Fishermanâs Parking Lot, Approx. 170 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge, NJ

CANCELLED: Spring Flower Paddle- AM

DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS PADDLE HAS BEEN CANCELLED. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY HAVE CAUSED. Â Spring Flower AM Paddle Kick off your day with a peaceful spring paddle at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. By late-April, most tree are......More

Somerset County Park Commission, Fishermanâs Parking Lot, Approx. 170 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge, NJ

Saturday April 27 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT

Somerset County Park Commission, Fishermanâs Parking Lot, Approx. 170 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge, NJ

CANCELLED: Spring Flower Paddle- PM

DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS PADDLE HAS BEEN CANCELLED. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY HAVE CAUSED. Â Spring Flower PM Paddle Kick off your day with a peaceful spring paddle at the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. By late-April, most tree are......More

Somerset County Park Commission, Fishermanâs Parking Lot, Approx. 170 Lord Stirling Road, Basking Ridge, NJ

Saturday May 4 9:00am - 2:00pm EDT

New Jersey

Madison & The Chathams Town-wide Yard Sale

RAIN DATE: SUNDAY, MAY 5 Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 1st @ 11:30 PM to get your address and sale items on the map.Â CHECK BACK HERE ON May 3 FOR A DIGITAL MAP OF ALL YARD SALE PARTICIPANTS AND A LIST OF SALE ITEMS.These documents will also be shared in local media and on town sites. One personâs trash is another personâs treasure. Now is the time to start checking your closets, basement, and garage for those hidden treasures and prepare to host a yard sale at the at this community event. Scroll to the bottom of this page and register to have your address and a list of your items for sale to appear on a digital, printable map. The map will be linked to this page and publicized far and wide to potential shoppers.Â You must be a resident of Chatham Township, Chatham Borough or Madison to list your sale. Registration Fee: $10 tax-deductible donation to benefit Great Swamp Watershed Association. Everyone else, mark your calendar for May 4 to get out and shop sustainably at this amazing three-town-wide yard sale! Be sure to check back here on May 3 before you head out to download the map. Happy sales to you! Â Frequently asked questions: Why pay to be on the map?Â Over the last three years, we have found that our town-wide sales attract shoppers from across NJâand Pennsylvania. We promote the sale (and the map) in local media and on popular garage sale sites.Can I have a sale without paying to be on the map?Â Yes. Residents of the Chathams and Madison are welcome to hold sales on their own.Do I need to pay a permit fee ?Â No. The permit fee for this event has been waived for residents of Madison and The Chathams.Should I put up a sign if Iâm on the map?Â Yes. Signs will attract additional customers who are just driving by.Who do I contact with questions?Â Please direct all questions to the Environmental Commission of The Chathams and Madison at [email protected] should I do with my yard sale leftovers?Â Our goal is to have the yard sale be zero waste. Contact following organizations to arrange pickups of your leftovers:Vietnam Veterans of America (vva.org)Lupus Foundation of America (Lupuspickup.org)GreenDrop (gogreendrop.com)Market Street Mission â clothing only, please (marketstreet.org)In addition, Habitat for Humanityâs ReStore (morrisrestore.org/donate) does some pickups it accepts antiques, furniture, flooring, brand new plumbing, painting supplies, doors and more.To register below, change the quantity from 0 to 1 and click âADD TO CARTâ to begin the process.Â

New Jersey

Sunday May 19 12:00pm - 6:30pm EDT

Brook Valley Farm, 336 Loantaka Way, Chatham Twp., NJ, 07940, United States

7th Annual Great Swamp Great Music Festival

The Great Swamp Great Music Festival is 6+ hours of live music in celebration of clean water and open space. Come unplug and relax at the charming Brook Valley Farm in Chatham Twp. with music that spans a variety of genres. This family-friendly festival atmosphere offers food trucks, adult beverages, unique merch vendors, a “Swamp Sprouts” kids’ corner, and more! Remember to bring your refillable water bottle – complimentary water will be available, courtesy of New Jersey American Water! Great Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) is a non-profit organization protecting and improving the Great Swamp watershed & Passaic River region now and for future generations. Gates open at 11 AM Scroll to the bottom of this page to purchase tickets Venue LocationBrook Valley Farm, 336 Loantaka Way, Chatham Twp., New Jersey | View on Google Maps HERESpecial thanks to the Platt family of Harding Twp. for again offering GSWA this beautiful space. Flanked by a lush, wooded mountainside and the historic Gibbons Horse Barn stables built in 1834, Brook Valley Farm has a rich history in Morris County and is listed in the National and State Register of Historic Places. (Backup Indoor Location: Drew University, 36 Madison Ave, Madison, NJ. In case of inclement weather, check back here for the confirmed venue location.) We will provide the big tents for shade, all you need to bring are your blankets, chairs, sunblock, and your groove. The field is handicap-accessible with parking at the front of the parking area. Lineup Not Enough Jeffs • The Refugee Dogs • The Big Fuss • The Dust-Ups The Cold Hill Band • The Tones • HighRidge Runners Food VendorsNorman Food Services: Hot dogs, corn dogs, burgers, cheesesteaks, fries,funnel cakes, fried zeppoles, fried pickles, pretzels, fresh lemonade, more Marley’s Gotham Grill: Home of the 300+ Chicken Wing Flavors Oxtail Gravy: Caribbean cuisine also offering vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options Cold Stone Creamery: Ice cream Adult BeveragesAvailable for purchase: Beer (IPA and Lager) • Wine • Hard Cider (Be sure to bring your ID, we will be checking.) Merch VendorsAnnie’s Wreaths • Art by Alice • Cose Belle • Day Dream Creations • House of Cork • It’s All About You • Patches & Paws • Tribux Creations • Well Bred Pet Stores Kids’ CornerMusic is for everyone! Bring the whole family – kids will jump for joy with all the activities just for them including face painting, arts ‘n crafts, games, a selfie station, and more! TicketsPRE-PURCHASE PRICING: Save money and time – SCROLL DOWN to purchase advance tickets.Adults-$30 • Students, Senior Citizens, and Military Veterans-$20 • Children under 13 are FREE.Online ticket purchasing closes Saturday, May 18 @ 5 PM then tickets must be purchased at the gate. AT-THE-GATE PRICING:Adults-$40 • Students/Senior Citizens/Military-$30 • Children under 13 are still FREE.Credit cards, Paypal, cash, and checks accepted. Scroll to the Bottom of this Page for Tickets Become a Festival SponsorGreat Swamp Watershed Association (GSWA) is a Morristown-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to protecting and improving our water and land from the Passaic River headwaters in Mendham to Newark Bay. The Great Swamp Great Music Festival is our second largest annual fundraiser. Your sponsorship helps support our mission and an afternoon of live music at a fantastic location. It’s also a great opportunity to promote your business while demonstrating your commitment to clean water and healthy land. Sponsor benefits include free tickets to the event, acknowledgement on all pre-event promotional efforts: on our website, eNewsletters, festival posters displayed throughout regional towns, and print and electronic area newspapers. At the event, you will be listed on our sponsor banner, receive a personal shoutout from the stage, and you will have the opportunity to table at the event. Learn more HERE Festival Venue, Entry & ParkingVENUE – BROOK VALLEY FARM: Flanked by a lush, wooded mountainside and the historic Gibbons Horse Barn stables built in 1834, it has a rich history in Morris County and is listed in the National and State Register of Historic Places. ENTRY & REGISTRATION: We encourage you to buy your ticket(s) in advance to save time and money. Show your ticket receipt on your cell for even faster check-in. PARKING: Parking is free and plentiful. Handicapped parking is available at the front of the lot. For additional requests, email [email protected] and we will do our best to accommodate you. Frequently Asked QuestionsIs this event rain or shine? Yes! In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors at Drew University,Are dogs allowed? Yes, well-behaved pups on a leash are very welcome! Please come prepared to clean up any messes. If the event is moved to Drew U., unfortunately dogs are not allowed.Can I bring outside food and drink into the festival? We request that you leave your coolers at home and support our festival vendors.Can I bring my own pop-up tent? Yes, but for everyone’s safety, you must bring supplies to properly stake it in place.What forms of payment do you accept? Accepted payment methods include: Credit Cards, PayPal, Venmo, Cash, and Checks.Will there be free water available? Absolutely! New Jersey American Water be on-site offering free “H2O on the Go” so bring your reusable water bottles! SPONSORS (to date) Barred Owl Atlantic Health System, S. Dillard and Adrienne T. Kirby Family Philanthropic Fund Blue Spotted Salamander Debra & John Apruzzese, Reed & Adrienne Auerbach, EA Boniakowski Insurance, Eagle Cliff Real Estate Partners, Agi & Matt Krauser, Lisa and David Welsh Emerald Darner Community Builders, Lissa & Ian MacCallum, Jr., Pipe Works Home Services, PSEG, Turpin Real Estate, SUPPORTERS (to date)Harding Twp. DPW • Interstate Waste Services • Morris County MUA • New Jersey American Water • Washington House Gates open at 11 AM for a day filled with music, fun, community spirit, and the environment! Purchase Your Tickets Below

Brook Valley Farm, 336 Loantaka Way, Chatham Twp., NJ, 07940, United States

Saturday May 25 8:00am - 10:00am EDT

Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge – Bluebird Parking Lot, Bluebird Parking Lot, Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, NJ, United States

CANCELLED: Birds and Bees

DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELLED. PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK BACK FOR NEW HIKES AND EVENTS. Spring is in full swing here in the refuge, and its a great time to start honing you pollinator identification. Come join naturalist Ginger on a leis......More

Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge – Bluebird Parking Lot, Bluebird Parking Lot, Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, NJ, United States

Wednesday May 29 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT

Morristown & Morris Township Library, 1 Miller Rd, Morristown, NJ, 07960, United States

GSWA Water Quality Report Card- Free

How’s the water? That is the most common question we get from onlookers when we are out collecting water quality samples. Join Sandra LaVigne, GSWA’s Director of Water Quality Programs, for an in-depth recap on the health of our streams and water quality data results co......More

Morristown & Morris Township Library, 1 Miller Rd, Morristown, NJ, 07960, United States

Friday May 31 4:30pm - 6:00pm EDT

Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Ave, Roseland, NJ, 07068

SOLD OUT Paddle the Passaic- Pre Sunset

If you cannot attend, please email [email protected] cancel so we can invite the next person on the waitlist email. Pre-Sunset Paddle: 4:30 – 6:00 pm Ease into your weekend with a leisurely paddle on the Passaic River. As you experience beautiful golden hour fro......More

Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Ave, Roseland, NJ, 07068

Friday May 31 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT

Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Ave, Roseland, NJ, 07068

SOLD OUT Paddle the Passaic- Sunset

If you cannot attend, please email [email protected] cancel so we can invite the next person on the waitlist email. Sunset Paddle: 6:30 – 8:00 pm Ease into your weekend with a leisurely paddle on the Passaic River. As you experience beautiful golden hour from th......More

Essex County Environmental Center, 621 Eagle Rock Ave, Roseland, NJ, 07068

Saturday June 1 10:00am - 12:00pm EDT

Great Swamp Watershed Association’s CMA, 1 Tiger Lily Ln, Morristown, NJ, 07960, United States

All the Colors of the CMA

With our recent trail additions, we are proud to announce our trail system is now roughly 3.5 miles long but can you say you hiked every single trail? If not, join us for a hike on the first of June and you will! Throughout our hike, we will discuss what our local wildl......More

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CANCELLED: Spring Flower Paddle- AM

CANCELLED: Spring Flower Paddle- PM

Madison & The Chathams Town-wide Yard Sale

7th Annual Great Swamp Great Music Festival

CANCELLED: Birds and Bees

GSWA Water Quality Report Card- Free

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All the Colors of the CMA

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