JCMK had the chance to visit the new location in Leonia New Jersey and the entire family had a blast. We were greeted by guides who took the time to get into character while telling the kids all about what they would encounter in the park and how to get stamps in their passports by visiting the various exhibits. We began our adventure with a walk around the park. The kids were so excited about seeing the dinosaurs up close and we stopped to read the description of information available on each one. The story of the dinosaurs is vividly presented in the park, on the banks of a scenic creek and surrounded by natural woods. Scientists have worked to ensure that the exhibition encompasses the latest theories and discoveries in the fields of paleontology, geology, and environmental studies.
Then we decided to see what kinds of show and activities we could participate in. HINT (my kids really enjoyed the fossil dig). Below is a list of the different shows, workshops and games. Make sure to check with the park staff and schedule to see what is happening the day you are there.
AMPHITHEATER SHOWS
Dinosaur Dance Party
Join the Dinosaur Troubadour for a hilarious toe-tapping, feet-stompin' musical happening. Limbo, watsui, and swing to "The Dimetrodon's Dance," a Permian dance craze that has everyone waving, weaving and laughing.
FEEDING FRENZY
Explore the dangerous world of the famous cretaceous meat eater! Meet the Mighty T-Rex and help our fearless Dinosaur Wrangler use the Scientific Method to study the eating habits of everyone's favorite carnivore.
Hey Ho Haddy
Join the Dinosaur Troubadour for a musical introduction to New Jersey's famous official State dinosaur; see dinosaur skulls and real fossils and then meet the cutest baby dinosaurs this side of the Delaware River!
Morning Briefing
This is your official morning briefing. Learn what's on tap for today and get inside tips on how to make the most of your visit.
T-Rex Games
Teams face off in the Field Station's original family, Olympics-style competition perfect for all ages. Every event is a dinosaur-themed test of skill, knowledge, or sometimes, plain dumb luck. Every day at 1:45pm in the Amphitheater.
WORKSHOPS and GAMES
Flight of the Dinosaurs
North Tent, 20 minutes
You're the star of the show! Explore the amazing link between the birds of today and the dinosaurs of yesteryear. Meet some of the most revered scientists of all time and be witness to their greatest discoveries.
Field Station Challenge
Come on down, you're the next contestant on the Field Station Challenge! You never know what surprises our Wranglers have in store when they reach into the box of dinosaur-themed puzzles, quizzes and games of chance.
Mesozoic Concentration
North Tent, 20 minutes
A fast-paced game of mixing and matching where everybody plays and everybody learns. What's it take to be a paleontologist? Kids uncover the secrets of the world's most successful dinosaur hunters and learn that most of the tools necessary can be found in our own garages, playrooms ad local libraries.
Sea Rex: Journey to a Prehistoric World 3D
Experience in IMAX 3D a wondrous adventure from the dinosaur age with "Sea Rex: Journey to a Prehistoric World.” Join Julie, an imaginative young woman, as she travels from a modern—day aquarium to the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. Immerse yourself in a lost age, 200 million years back in time, and get ready for a face—to—face encounter with the T—Rex of the seas!
FOSSIL DIG SITE The Dig Site
Buried treasures abound at New Jersey's most popular dig site. Giant dinosaur skeletons and real prehistoric fossils lurk beneath the surface just waiting to be unearthed. Join our team of paleontologists and see what it's like to work on a real scientific expedition. Recommended for scientists ages three through nine.
PALEONTOLOGISTS' LABORATORY
Junior Bone Hunters dig for actual fossils from the age of the dinosaurs at the Field Station's newest hands-on science activity. Take home your Mesozoic discoveries in a souvenir pouch.
Field Station: Dinosaurs is a world-class family attraction that combines cutting-edge science with the creative minds of great artists to create a one-of-kind experience that's thrilling, educational and fun. This is a not to be missed fun day trip for the family. For more information visit them at http://fieldstationdinosaurs.com/index
