The Trailside Nature and Science Center in Mountainside is run and maintained by the Union County Department of Parks and Recreation. “We are excited to be part of Union County’s Trailside Science Center’s latest development and hope it will add another dimension to an already excellent facility,” said Roni Waserman, founder of X-Trails.įor more information about this program or other upcoming activities at Trailside, visit /trailside or call 90. ![]() This new, innovative trail is in partnership between Trailside Nature and Science Center and X-Trails, a company which specializes in outdoor astronomical observation and STEM-related activities. The Solar System Experience for all ages, Go on a tour of the Solar System all the way to the furthest known planet, Neptune.Ī mission to Mars for ages 4+ Climb up and join Astro, Comet and Professor Edwin Horatius Quintus Van Oort, on a mission to the red planet Mars.Ī voyage to Saturn for ages 7+ Join commander Steve ‘the Zoom’ McRocket, Anna and Ben on a daring voyage to SaturnĪ Comet’s Journey for all ages Follow the journey of comets and asteroids across the Solar System as you walk back to the Sun. The STEM-oriented audio guides feature the following: To activate the Audio Guide, visitors can scan the QR code with their cell phone using a QR Scanner App, or visit to download the guides. Every step of the walk represents a million miles in space. Four audio guides offer inspiring and educational content for all age groups about the Solar System, the atmosphere and the structure of the Earth. The Solar System Walk is open daily from dawn until dusk. The volunteers will help visitors experience the scale of the solar system with new interpretive signage and audio guides. Paul Cirillo’s engaging presentation will include the latest astronomical images from observatories both on and off the Earth.Īfterwards, participants will take a guided Space Walk Through the Park on Union County’s new Solar System Walk, led by Trailside Naturalist volunteers. The program on June 11 begins with NASA Volunteer Outreach Ambassador and member of the NJ Astronomical Association, Paul Cirillo, who will take you on a Journey through the Solar System. The fee is $5.00 for Union County residents and $6.00 for non-County residents. “It is a tremendous opportunity for residents to experience Union County’s new, trailblazing Solar System Walk in the Watchung Reservation.” ![]() “This unique program offers the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the wonders of the universe,” said Commissioner Chair Rebecca Williams. The exhibit, which opened to the public in April, is the first of its kind in New Jersey. On June 11, visitors will experience a two part program that highlights the new, groundbreaking Solar System Walking Trail, located near the Trailside Center. It is open to adults and families with children ages six and older. The Union County Board of County Commissioners invites residents and visitors to visit the Trailside Nature and Science Center in Mountainside for a special presentation on the solar system on Saturday, June 11 from 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
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