Clinton Township Newsletter

1 9 M a y 2 0 1 8 800.452.9105 • 908.638.9339 www.AandLPoolService.com 1 VAN SYCKLE ST, HIGH BRIDGE, NJ 08829 SERVING HUNTERDON, WARREN, MORRIS, SOMERSET AND MERCER COUNTIES FOUNDED 1967 • LIC.#13VH02098100 Pool Openings Pool Closings Maintenance Swimming Pool Inspections Filter Repair/ Replacement Heater Repair/ Replacement Pump Repair/ Replacement Computerized Automation Pump/Acid Wash Safety Covers Renovations Leak Detection Services Pressure Testing Pool Cleaners Pool Chemicals Salt Generators SPA Covers SERVICES: M O v i e S W i T h M a n e S T r e a M t o f e a t u R e s e C R e t a R i a t Mane Stream, the equine assisted therapies organization, invites the community to "Movies with Mane Stream" featuring Secretariat, the iconic racehorse and Triple Crown winner. This fundraising event will be held outside on May 18 at 7:30 pm at the USET (United States Equestrian Team Foundation) in Gladstone and is sure to be a fun evening for the family and friends. Make an evening of it by packing a picnic (no glass please) and bring chairs and blankets. Popcorn and drinks will also be available for a small donation. Online tickets are available for $25 per family (up to 4 people) and $10 per person. Funds raised through this event will support the care of the Mane Stream herd and equine assisted programs. Mane Stream is a 501c(3) organization that provides equine assisted programs for people of all ages with physical, developmental and emotional challenges. For more information and online tickets go to: www.ManeStreamNJ.org/events or call: 908.439.9636. About Mane Stream – Mane Stream is a non-profit organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with physical, developmental, emotional and medical challenges through a diverse program of equine assisted activities, equine assisted therapy and educational initiatives. Mane Stream is designated as a Premier Accredited Center of PATH - Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International, who provides education, accreditation and resources for the equine assisted activities industry. t h e s i e R R a C L u B i n m a y Please join us on Wednesday, May 2 for a presentation on Helping Children Find Peace in the Natural World. Kimberly Borin, EdD will share her research on the importance of a child's ability to connect to nature. In her book, The Sense of Wonder, Rachel Carson asks the question, "Is the exploration of the natural world just a pleasant way to pass the golden hours of childhood or is there something deeper? I am sure there is something much deeper, something lasting and significant." In response, Dr. Borin will talk about the benefits of allowing children to explore in the natural world and to share their experiences and reflections. We'll take a look at our own stories about nature and how those moments influenced our lives. Practical suggestions for helping children enjoy the natural world will also be given. Find out more about Dr. Borin and her ongoing work at: www.theencouragingworks.com. This program is presented by the South Highlands Group of the Sierra Club on May 2 at the North County Branch Library in Clinton at 7:00 pm. The program is free and open to the public. t h i n K i n g o f C a m P i n g a t R o u n d v a L L e y ? May 20, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Thinking of Round Valley camping? Ours is wilderness, not drive-up camping. Drive out to the campgrounds, see what wilderness camping is like, and walk a mile of the lesser traveled part of the Cushetunk Trail. You might decide to return and camp one day soon. (We'll meet in the South Parking Lot and drive to the trailhead, first right after the toll booth area.) $3 fee for ages 12 and above; $1 for children 6 to 11; and free for children 5 and under. Pre- registration required: 908.236.6355. Round Valley Recreation Area. A locally-owned shop in Charming Clinton, the Clinton Fudge Company is the epitome of small town confections! Come visit us today! We've Moved! We're now located at 25 Main Street. www.ClintonFudgeCompany.com h i K i n g , a J a x m i s s i L e s a n d t w o n e w e a g L e s ! April's crazy weather did not damper Troop 200! The Council of Ricks patrol hiked and camped over Spring Break. The weekend of the 13th, the Troop headed down to Sandy Hook where they camped and hiked through a holly forest where they saw some of the oldest, rarest and largest holly trees in the US. They also visited the Nike Ajax Missile site and learned the history of being part of a ring of Cold War-era defense installations. The Troop celebrated two scouts - Zach Nemeth and Tyler Boyd - who were recognized at their Courts of Honor for earning the rank of Eagle Scout. The two scouts became the 86th and 87th Eagle Scouts from Troop 200. Congratulations to Zach and Tyler on this accomplishment - we are proud of you! Troop 200 is sponsored by Immaculate Conception Church in Annandale. If you are interested in learning more about the troop attend a meeting, follow BSA Troop 200 on Facebook or visit the Troop 200 website at http://boyscouttroop200.org.

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