FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 22: Grounds will close for a private event at 4:00 pm. SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 23: Grounds will re-open at 8:00 am. SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 24: Goat Yoga has been cancelled due to the weather. Please check your email for updates. 

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Summer Camp

We just wrapped up our first week here at Elephant Tree Nature Camp. It's crazy how quickly those 5 days flew by! We still have some spaces left in our other camps as well. If you are interested in sending your child to summer camp at the Arboretum, here is a brief overview of what happens each week.

The Elephant Tree Nature Camp is perfect for any kids who enjoy playing outside, learning about the natural world, and making new friends. Every day, we go on a hike, visit our fish pond, ...

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ART in the Garden 2019

ART in the Garden® 2019
Saturday, June 8, 6 to 11 pm

Reeves-Reed Arboretum
165 Hobart Avenue
Summit, NJ 07901

The countdown is on and the clock is ticking! Tickets are now o...

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The Benefit of Experiential Environmental Education

As a former teacher in the public-school system, there was never enough time to get to some of the wonderful topics we want to share with our children. Whether it's a new science discovery, an important current event, or an extension to just what happened yesterday, we as teachers, strive to incorporate any new content into our lessons. This is where awareness, empowerment, and critical thinking can inspire student learning, from preschool to high school.

To quote Vanessa Bullwinkle, D...

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