Thursday, July 24, 2014

Police Lend Support to TR Fishing Derby


The Somerset County Association of Chiefs of Police have once again sponsored the Somerset County Park Commission Therapeutic Recreation Camp Okee Sunokee annual Fishing Derby.

Each summer, chiefs and officers from Somerset County municipalities and the the Sheriff’s Department team up with the campers to assist them as they fish at Pleasant Valley Park in Basking Ridge. The day also includes a barbeque lunch, a visit from an ice cream truck, and the landing of a State Police Helicopter.

Camp Okee Sunokee is a six-week day camp for children ages 6-14 with learning disabilities or Asperger’s Syndrome. The summer activities at Okee Sunokee encourage the development of recreation and social skills and enhance self-confidence and educational growth through the participation in a variety of activities including arts & crafts, sports & games, music, cooking, trips, and swimming.
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Tuesday, July 1, 2014

Lord Stirling Stable Celebrates Multiple Anniversaries

Somerset County Park Commission Lord Stirling Stable and the Friends of Lord Stirling Stable celebrated anniversaries this past weekend with the Stable commemorating its 45th year and the Friends honoring their 30 years of service to the Stable.

A beautiful night at the Stable attracted dozens of fans and supporters of Lord Stirling Stable for hayrides, hot dogs, hamburgers, soft drinks, and cakes commemorating both anniversaries.

Lord Stirling Stable is located within Lord Stirling Park in the Basking Ridge section of Bernards Township, and is nestled within 450 acres of the western portion of the Great Swamp Basin of the Passaic River. The Stable features a large indoor ring, three outdoor rings, daily Lead Line pony rides, and 18 miles of beautiful trails.

The Friends of Lord Stirling Stable, the very active volunteer organization provides support and financial assistance for many programs at the Stable including driving events, hunter paces, weekly dog walks, Dog Days, Salute to Horsepower Car & Motorcycle Show, Mother’s and Father’s Day Trail Rides, Nature Rides, Dressage Shows, and various clinics.

For information on Stable programs and activities, please contact the Stable office at 908-766-5955 or NJ Relay 711 for individuals with hearing impairments. Information on Friends activities is available at www.flssnj.org.

Information on this and other Somerset County Park Commission events can be found on the Internet at www.somersetcountyparks.org.