Friends of High Point State Park

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

May I Have This Dance?

The Friends of High Point State Park cordially invite you to a

Mountain Top Square & Line Dance

Saturday, May 18, 2013

6 pm to 8 pm

High Point State Park Interpretive Center

Adults and teens, age fourteen and older, are invited to High Point State Park for an evening of square and line dancing. Come kick up your heels and swing your partner!

Professional square dance caller and dance instructor Howard Richman will be sure to keep you entertained and on the dance floor all evening.

Howard Richman calling at the Paper Mill Playhouse Hoedown in Millburn, NJ Sept. 14, 2008.

Refreshments will be available. Alcohol is strictly forbidden. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or adult chaperone that stays on the premises.

Admission to the Mountain Top Dance is FREE, but donations to the Friends of High Point State Park are appreciated.

To learn more about Howard Richman, please visit www.cateringcowboy.com/squaredance1.html.

View of Lake Marcia

See you on the mountain!

Monday, May 6, 2013

Nature Scrapbooking for Families

The Friends of High Point State Park will be sponsoring an afternoon of creative fun!

Nature Scrapbooking for Families

Saturday, May 11, 2013

1 pm to 4 pm

High Point State Park Interpretive Center

Join the Friends of High Point State Park as we capture memories and create keepsake scrapbooks and nature journals. Bring printed photos from your favorite place, family vacation, or latest outdoor adventure. The Friends of HPSP will provide all the scrapbooking supplies and tools.

The program is FREE, but a donation of $5 or more per family is appreciated. Space is limited. REGISTRATION is REQUIRED. For more information and to register, please contact Michelle at 201-650-8475 or friendshpsp@gmail.com.

Thursday, April 18, 2013

Get Outside!

EARTH DAY CHALLENGE!

Saturday, April 27, 2013

(Rain Date Sunday, April 28)

High Point State Park

9:30 am – 4:30 pm

Pack a picnic! FREE* Bring your bike!

*Donations welcomed and appreciated

Join Us for a Day of Challenges on the Mountain

In celebration of Earth Day, the Friends of HPSP challenge visitors of all ages to spend the day outside exploring and having fun at High Point State Park! We have planned a full schedule of activities for adults and families. Participate in three activities in your category and become an Earth Day Challenge Champion!

Adults		Families
9:30 am	Yoga on the Mountain (Interpretive Center)	1:00 pm	Guided Hike (Interpretive Center)
11:30 am	Bike Hike w/BYO Bag Lunch (Winter Parking Lot)	2:30 pm	Scavenger Hunt (Interpretive Center)
2:00 pm	Guided Hike (Cedar Swamp Trail)	3:00 pm	Children’s Activities & Eco Crafts (Interpretive Center)
4:00 pm Closing Ceremony and Challenge Champion Recognition at Interpretive Center

Sponsored by the Friends of High Point State Park

For more information on the event, call 973-702-0488

The Adult Bike Hike is supported by the Black Bear Cycling Club and the Sussex Bike and Sport Shop. Participants must bring their own bike, helmet, water, and bag lunch.

Do you have what it takes to be a Challenge Champion?

See you on the mountain!

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

A Bear-y Fun Afternoon!

The Friends of High Point State Park are sponsoring a Teddy Bear Picnic!

Teddy Bear Picnic

Saturday, April 13

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

High Point State Park Interpretive Center

Families with children ages 2 through 10, and their favorite teddy bears, are cordially invited to come out of hibernation for a bear-y fun afternoon! Join the Friends of High Point State Park as we celebrate spring and explore the natural history of the North American Black Bear. Activities will include a bear discovery station, craft corner, story time den, and picnic snack. Bring your favorite teddy bear or plush animal friend.

The program is FREE, but donations to the Friends of High Point State Park are appreciated. Registration is highly suggested. Walk-ins are welcome to attend. For more information and to register, please call Michelle at (201) 650-8475 or send an email to friendshpsp@gmail.com.

See you on the mountain!

Sunday, March 31, 2013

Opps...

SORRY FOLKS....

We have become aware that on Sunday, March 31, the NJ Herald inadvertently advertised in their "Local" section, the Basic Self-defense Workshop offered by the Friends of High Point State Park as taking place Monday, April 1.

However, the workshop took place as scheduled on Saturday, March 30. We apologize for any confusion and inconvenience this error may have caused. The Friends of High Point State Park hope to offer this workshop again in the future.

Thank you for your interest in our programs. Please visit our Save the Date - Upcoming Programs and Events page for our 2013 program calendar. We hope to see you on the mountain again soon!

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Basic Self-Defense Workshop

NEW for 2013!

Basic Self-Defense Workshop

Saturday, March 30

9:30 am - 11 am

High Point State Park Interpretive Center

FREE*

Join the Friends of High Point State Park for a morning of empowerment on the mountain. Come learn simple and effective basic self-defense skills in this unique workshop instructed by Clay Allison of Allison’s Okinawan Karate-Do in Pompton Plains, NJ.

This beginner level workshop is for adults and teens, age 14 or older. No previous self-defense experience is necessary. Participants should wear comfortable clothing, sneakers and bring a water bottle.

The workshop is FREE, but a suggested donation of $5 or more is welcomed and appreciated.

Donations go to support future Friends of High Point State Park events.

Registration is recommended, but not required. Please call 973-702-0488 to register or for additional information.

To learn more about the instructor, please visit www.allisonskarate.com.

We hope to see you on the mountain!

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Music on the Mountain CD

The Friends of High Point State Park have brought many musicians to the mountain over the years, each with their own style, but all with hearts of gold.

It is with great pride that we present our first compilation CD featuring groups and individuals who have generously shared their talents in performances at High Point State Park.

Music on the Mountain may be purchased at the High Point State Park office and Friends of High Point State Park events.