Thursday 2 June 2011

Author to discuss ' Road Trips ' ruins at Trailside, 9 June-suburban news

David a. SteinbergMOUNTAINSIDE — The Union County Board of chosen freeholders and the Department of parks and community renewal is announce another intriguing and informative lecture at Trailside nature & Science Center in the mountains. David a. Steinberg, author of the Guide, "Walking the Road to Ruins," will discuss his book and inspire audiences to hit the trail in search of adventure.

"This lesson certainly offer the public a unique opportunity to learn how to find some fascinating hidden sites and ruins of Union County and Watchung reservation in New Jersey," said Freeholder Daniel p. Sullivan, linking parks and recreation Advisory Board. "It is sure to be a fascinating and informative presentation."




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The lesson is offered for adults ages 18 and older on Thursday, 9 June, from 7: 30-8: 30 p.m., as part of Modern adult Workshop Series. Pre-registration is preferred; Walk-ins will be accommodated as space permits. The fee for the lecture is $ 8 per person for Union County residents and $ 10 per person for residents outside of the County.


Sharing years of exploration that are documented in his book, Steinberg offers a slide show and lecture highlighting his research of ruins and abandoned historic sites. After this enlightening lecture, the audience want to explore the trails of the Watchung reservation on excursions only areas including the deserted village of Feltville, two abandoned quarries, two mill ruins, a copper mine, the forest of magic, a historic cemetery and a former Nike Missile site.




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Members of the public will have the opportunity to ask the author questions regarding his travels and recommendations of the local sites to explore. The books will be available for sale and signing. http://hikingholiday.org/ http://fastestcpu.org/


To register for this lesson, or for information on other programs or upcoming events at Trailside, call us at 908-789-3670 or visit ucnj.org/trailside. Trailside nature & Science Center is located at 452 New Providence Road (Coles Avenue) to the side of the mountain and is a service of the Union County Board of chosen freeholders.


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