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Newsletter — September, 2017
September After-School Programs “Reptiles and Amphibians” This month’s after-school program will explore the world of reptiles and amphibians. This program will be both inside and outside so please dress for the weather. PK and Kindergarten – Tuesdays – 12th – 19th – 26th 1st and 2nd grade – Wednesdays – 13th – 20th – […]
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Naturalist Notes: June, 2017
Without Ruckman Pond, the Closter Nature Center would just not be the same. Its proximity to the Nature Center cabin and Ruckman Road make it really stand out visually. Its importance to our educational programs, and to all those who visit the grounds, make the pond our most prominent feature. As an ecosystem, the pond has seen some ups […]
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Newsletter — June, 2017
JUNE, JULY AND AUGUST ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS: MEMORIAL DAY PARADE! MONDAY, May 29th Come join us in the parade! This Memorial Day, the CNC will have a float. Meet in the parking lot at St Mary’s Church, off High St. at 9:30 AM, and look for the Kayak. More info at: http://www.closterboro.com/closter/ June After-School Classes […]
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Naturalist Notes: May, 2017
The Nature center is home to a quite a few education animals. From Captain Crunch the snapping turtle to Broccoli the bullfrog, these animals are put to use to help teach kids about the natural world. Some of the animals come with me to schools and some stay here at the nature center, but all […]
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Newsletter – May, 2017
Our Thanks go out to the many generous souls who contributed more than 25 homemade soups to our delightful Soup Supper. In addition, The Barn, Closter One, Chez Madeline, La Promenade and Zendiggi all donated soups! Balthazar Bakery contributed bread, and Whole Foods butter, celery and carrots. All were delicious! By the end of the […]
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Forest stewardship study looks at Closter Nature Center
Forest stewardship study looks at Closter Nature Center Stephanie Noda, Staff Writer Published 7:41 p.m. ET April 5, 2017 NorthJersey.com CLOSTER — A forest stewardship study was conducted by the Audubon Society to assess the health of the Closter Nature Center’s forest.
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Closter Nature Center celebrates reopening of Ruckman Pond
Closter Nature Center celebrates reopening of Ruckman Pond NorthJersey.com–Jun 12, 2013 Mayor Sophie Heymann checks out the turtle tank with volunteer Anthony Corvelli at the Closter Nature Center’s reopening of Ruckman Pond.
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Closter to Host Northern Valley Earth Fair
Closter to host Northern Valley Earth Fair on Earth Day NorthJersey.com–Apr 17, 2017 CLOSTER — The annual Northern Valley Earth Fair will teach … include an endangered animals show with Tenafly Nature Center; “The Buzz …
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Newsletter – April, 2017
SOUP SUPPER COMING SOON! Sunday, April 2nd, from 5:00 to 7:00….One of our most popular annual events, the Soup Supper has brought members and friends together for more than 30 years. A great variety of homemade soups and breads is our specialty. You get a bowl and spoon to sample as many soups as you […]
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Naturalist Notes: April, 2017
The Winter of 2017 was pretty mild, but it ended with some serious snow. Everyone knows that “April showers bring May flowers”, but March snow-melt is just as important and doesn’t get its own catchy jingle. Nothing saturates the soil and prepares for Spring like slowly melting snow. All too often, heavy Spring rains don’t […]
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Naturalist Notes: March, 2017
Many of the animals that we love and care for here at the Nature Center were once brought here as unwanted pets. Their stories vary considerably, but they all have a common thread – they really needed a new home. Sometimes it is a simple case of: “I never thought it would live this long […]
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Newsletter – March, 2017
MARCH AFTER-SCHOOL CLASSES: Pets 101 What it means to have a pet, what animals make good pets, and what it takes to keep them happy and healthy. With the help of the Nature Center’s animal residents, we will learn about responsibility, compassion, the work and the joy of having animal companions. Pre K and K […]
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