Clinton Township Newsletter

1 6 f e b r u a r y 2 0 2 6 W W W . C L I N T O N T W P N E W S L E T T E R . C O M h C p a r k s & r e C r e a t i O n County Arboretum, 1020 Hwy 31 e: parks@co.hunterdon.nj.us | ph: 908.782.1158 Pre-registration required, no walk-ins! Sweet News! Maple Sugar Season is Here! Maple Sap Collection: Session A: Sunday, February 8, Session B: Sunday, February 22. Time: 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm, Location: Echo Hill Park, Ages: 5 through Adult Maple Sugaring Living History Open House: Saturday, March 14, 10:00 am to 3:30 pm, Echo Hill Park, All Ages, Free Adult Winter Walks and Hikes Senior Strolls: Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 11:00 am, Adults, Free. February 4: Echo Hill Park Adult Recreation Walks: Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 11:00 am, Adults, Free. February 11: Point Mountain Reservation One-Way Hikes: Mondays, 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, Adults, $8. February 23: Point Mountain Reservation Fun for the Family Kids' Hikes for Fun: Sundays, 2:30 pm-4:00 pm, Ages 5-Adult, Free. February 15: Musconetcong Mountain Preserve HOPE 2 Walks: Saturdays, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm, Free February 28: Higginsville Trail and Wings, Van trip included, Ages 8+ only. Shapes in Nature Hike Junior Girl Scout Badge: Thursday, February 26, 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm, Echo Hill Park, Ages 8 to 12, $8 Champions for Nature Cub Scout Bear Elective: Saturday, February 28, 10:00 am to 11:30 am, Echo Hill Park, Ages 5 to 10 years, $8 For the Birds! North Shore Run Bird Trip: Saturday, February 21, 7:00 am-4:30 pm, Parking at Deer Path Park, Adult, $41 Childrens Nature Series Nature Club: Eight Tuesdays, January 6 to February 24, Echo Hill Park, Ages 3-6, $90 for all 8 lessons Session A: 9:30 am - 10:45 am; Session B: 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm Nature Adventurers: Ten Wednesdays, January 7 to March 11, 4:15 pm to 5:30 pm, Echo Hill Park Cost: $100/child for all 10 lessons, Grades K-4 Drop-off program Screech Owls Exploration Homeschool Nature Series: Friday, February 13, 9:00 pm to 10:00 pm, Sunnyside Tot Walks: Time: 9:30 am to 10:30 am, Echo Hill Park, Ages 2 to 3 years w/ adult, $10/session Groundhogs! Session A: Wednesday, February 18, Session B: Thursday, February 19 Baby Walks: Fridays, 9:30 am to 10:30 am, Ages 0 to 23 months, Free. February 13: Echo Hill GROUP PROGRAMS AVAILABLE Set up a program just for your family, scout troop, school, or other group. Examples include nature walks, birding, or craft classes. Join several programs together to make a fun field trip to the park, indoors or outdoors! Programs are also available at your location. Contact us at (908) 782-1158 or parks@co.hunterdon.nj.us if interested in booking a program. G e t t h e M o s t o u t o f Y o u r W o r k o u t W i t h P e r i P h e r a l h e a r t a c t i o n t r a i n i n G ! * February is Heart Month * By: Justin Juliano - Assistant Director of the Hunterdon Health & Wellness Centers NASM Certified Personal Trainer Peripheral Heart Action (PHA) training is a method of exercise that combines cardiovascular work with resistance training. PHA aims to work multiple muscle groups in the body by alternating between upper and lower body exercises. The idea behind PHA training is that by working the upper and lower body in sequence, your heart rate remains elevated throughout the workout, while simultaneously gaining the benefits of resistance training. PHA training usually involves a circuit-style workout that alternates between upper body exercises (such as push-ups or pull-ups) and lower body exercises (such as squats or lunges). The idea is that by working the upper body, the heart rate is elevated, and then by working the lower body the heart rate remains elevated while still allowing the upper body to recover. This method of training forces the blood to quickly circulate through the body, increasing caloric expenditure and is theorized to decrease body fat and increase lean muscle mass. PHA training is usually considered to be a high-intensity form of training and is performed using a combination of bodyweight exercises, resistance bands, and dumbbells. It can be done as a stand alone workout or as part of a larger workout program. It is important to note that, as with any exercise program, you should consult a doctor or a personal trainer before starting PHA training, especially if you have any blood pressure deviations (high/low blood pressure). Also, you should adjust the intensity and duration of the exercises according to your fitness level and goals. Visit our website to learn more about all of the great services we offer here at the Hunterdon Health & Wellness Centers! Enjoy a one day guest pass on us! To learn more about our services, go to: www. HunterdonHealth.org/hunterdon-health-and-wellness-centers. h u n t e r d o n h e a l t h a n d W e l l n e s s c e n t e r l o c a t i o n s : Whitehouse Station: 537 Route 22 East, Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889 Clinton: 1738 Route 31 North, Clinton, NJ 08809 G i v e b l O O d t O d a y a t h u n t e r d O n h e a l t h Lives are saved every day by blood donors in our community. Giving blood is the most generous act of kindness that one human being can do for another. When you give blood, you save lives. You never know when you, or when someone you love may need it. Blood is used for accident victims, newborn babies and their mothers who need a transfusion, people undergoing surgery, patients receiving treatment for cancer and other diseases. Donating regularly can help ensure that our community is never short on blood. Can I donate blood? to be eligible to donate blood, a person must be at least 17 years of age, be in good health, weigh at least 110 pounds, have not donated in the past eight weeks, and is not currently taking antibiotics or insulin (only if of a "bovine" nature). Please note: Our 17-year-old donors must weigh at least 130 pounds. Call: 908.788.6405 to schedule an appointment. Find out more at: www.HunterdonHealth.org/ services/laboratory-services/blood-donor-services. "In February, let nature be your guide and find solace in its beauty and rhythm." ~ John Muir

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