The Trailside Nature and Science Museum is a great place to take the kids today! Here are our 15 favorite things to do:
1. Learn about the geology and biology of Union County.
2. Climb up and down the stairs surrounding the incredible 34 foot American beech tree that is home to dozens (hundreds?) of fascinating smaller exhibits such as this hawk's nest.
At the base of the tree you'll find these shelled treasures.
3. Find this small room, hidden behind a black curtain, that houses rather boring looking rocks. But, push the button and the lights go out and a fluorescent light shows you why these rocks are so incredible!
4. Check out the Hadrosaur, New Jersey's State dinosaur.
5. Visit the night room, hidden in another corner of the museum. Sit on the small steps and watch and listen as the sounds and sights of the night come alive in one of the most magical 5 minutes you'll ever find in a museum.
6. Be sure to sit on the bench facing the garden for a while and watch the birds and chipmunks come and visit!
7. Learn about the Lenape Native Americans in the walk-in life sized wigwam.
8. Take the guided tour of the Watchung Mountains and see glacial erratics and signs of erosion.
9. On Saturdays, meet the members of the Amateur Astronomers of Cranford and look at the Sun through a telescope.
10. Pack a picnic, take a hike, and send us your favorite photos!
What's your favorite thing to do at Trailside?
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