• January After-School Classes Pre-K to K

    Dinosaurs, Fossils and the Ancient World

    Come join us for a trip back in time as we explore the world of long lost creatures.

    Dress for the weather we try to go outside for hike every day!

    Pk and K - Tuesdays - 14th, 21st and 28th

    1st and 2nd - Wednesdays - 15th, 22nd and 29th

    3rd through 6th - Thursdays - 16th, 23rd and 30th

    Cost: $40 members, $50 non-members

    Time: 3:45pm - 5:00pm

    To register online please click the blue button below and you will be taken to Community Pass, our online registration and payment system.  If you would prefer to register in person, please call Marc Gussen at (201) 750-2778 and follow directions on form below. 


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  • Christmas Bird Count 2019

    Calling all citizen scientists!!

    Audubon's 119th Christmas Bird Count will be conducted between the dates of Friday, December 14, 2019 through Saturday, January 5, 2020.  

    As part of that count, the Nature Center will host an "Open Porch" for backyard birders – an opportunity to drop by the porch of the cabin by the pond and join others in observing and identifying the birds that are common to Closter throughout the winter.  

    These birds are bright bits of outdoor color, energy, and activity, while we stay snug in our homes. Bring binoculars if you have them.  We have some to loan, as well as a chance to look through a powerful telescope as if the bird is sitting on your hand!  
    Hot beverages will be available to keep you warm.  Stop by and get to know these perky wonders of winter survival.

    WHEN: Saturday, December 14th from 10am-1pm


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  • Welcome Winter Hike

    Come one, come all!

    *** Did you know that the Closter Nature Center has 3-miles of marked trails?***

    Layer up your winter clothes, meet at the cabin, and join us for an afternoon forest adventure. With no leaves on the trees, finding wildlife becomes much easier!

    You never know what you may see around the next bend in the trail...

    Meet at the cabin by Ruckman Pond.

    Sunday, December 22nd at 3pm


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  • December After-School Classes 3rd – 6th Gr.

    Rocks + Minerals

    December’s after-school program will be about the amazing world of geology.
    We will get to see the Nature Center’s incredible collection of rocks and minerals and get to make our very own crystals to take home and eat!
    This program will be inside and out so please dress for the weather!

    After-school classes will be 2-sessions only this month.

    PreK and K Tuesdays    10th - 17th 
    1st and 2nd Wednesdays   11th - 18th
    3rd thru 6th  Thursdays  12th - 19th 

    Time:3:45pm - 5:00pm

    Cost: $30 Members, $40 NON-members 

    To register online please click the blue button below and you will be taken to Community Pass, our online registration and payment system.  If you would prefer to register in person, please call Marc Gussen at (201) 750-2778 and follow directions on form below. 


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  • December After-School Classes – 1st & 2nd Gr.

    Rocks + Minerals

    December’s after-school program will be about the amazing world of geology.
    We will get to see the Nature Center’s incredible collection of rocks and minerals and get to make our very own crystals to take home and eat!
    This program will be inside and out so please dress for the weather!

    After-school classes will be 2-sessions only this month.

    PreK and K Tuesdays    10th - 17th 
    1st and 2nd Wednesdays   11th - 18th
    3rd thru 6th  Thursdays  12th - 19th 

    Time:3:45pm - 5:00pm

    Cost: $30 Members, $40 NON-members 

    To register online please click the blue button below and you will be taken to Community Pass, our online registration and payment system.  If you would prefer to register in person, please call Marc Gussen at (201) 750-2778 and follow directions on form below. 


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  • December After-School Classes PreK to K

    Rocks + Minerals

    December’s after-school program will be about the amazing world of geology.
    We will get to see the Nature Center’s incredible collection of rocks and minerals and get to make our very own crystals to take home and eat!
    This program will be inside and out so please dress for the weather!

    After-school classes will be 2-sessions only this month.

    PreK and K Tuesdays    10th - 17th 
    1st and 2nd Wednesdays   11th - 18th
    3rd thru 6th  Thursdays  12th - 19th 

    Time:3:45pm - 5:00pm

    Cost: $30 Members, $40 NON-members 

    To register online please click the blue button below and you will be taken to Community Pass, our online registration and payment system.  If you would prefer to register in person, please call Marc Gussen at (201) 750-2778 and follow directions on form below. 


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  • November After-School Classes 3rd-6th Gr.

    Primitive Technology

    Native Americans - How They Used Nature to Survive

    This month we will try our hand at some primitive technology, learning about how Native Americans used nature to survive and thrive.
    Dress for all conditions, as did the people who lived here not so long ago!
     
    Pre-K-K  Tuesday 12th, 19th & 26th
    1st-2nd Gr.  Wednesday 13th, 20th & 27th
    3rd-6th Gr. Thursday 14th, 21st & Dec. 5th (skip a week for Thanksgiving holiday)
    Cost:  $40 for the full session for CNC members      
                 $50 for the full session for non-members.

    Time: 3:45pm to 5:00pm

    To register online please go to:  https://register.communitypass.net/Closter 

    In person registration, please call Marc Gussen at  (201) 750-2778 and fill out form below.

     


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  • November After-School Classes 3rd-6th Gr.

    Primitive Technology

    Native Americans - How They Used Nature to Survive

    This month we will try our hand at some primitive technology, learning about how Native Americans used nature to survive and thrive.
    Dress for all conditions, as did the people who lived here not so long ago!
     
    Pre-K-K  Tuesday 12th, 19th & 26th
    1st-2nd Gr.  Wednesday 13th, 20th & 27th
    3rd-6th Gr. Thursday 14th, 21st & Dec. 5th (skip a week for Thanksgiving holiday)
    Cost:  $40 for the full session for CNC members      
                 $50 for the full session for non-members.

    Time: 3:45pm to 5:00pm

    To register online please go to:  https://register.communitypass.net/Closter 

    In person registration, please call Marc Gussen at  (201) 750-2778 and fill out form below.

     


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  • November After-School Classes – 1st & 2nd Gr.

    Primitive Technology

    Native Americans - How They Used Nature to Survive

    This month we will try our hand at some primitive technology, learning about how Native Americans used nature to survive and thrive.
    Dress for all conditions, as did the people who lived here not so long ago!
     
    Pre-K-K  Tuesday 12th, 19th & 26th
    1st-2nd Gr.  Wednesday 13th, 20th & 27th
    3rd-6th Gr. Thursday 14th, 21st & Dec. 5th (skip a week for Thanksgiving holiday)
    Cost:  $40 for the full session for CNC members      
                 $50 for the full session for non-members.

    Time: 3:45pm to 5:00pm

    To register online please go to:  https://register.communitypass.net/Closter 

    In person registration, please call Marc Gussen at  (201) 750-2778 and fill out form below.

     


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  • November After-School Classes – PreK to K

    Primitive Technology

    Native Americans - How They Used Nature to Survive

    This month we will try our hand at some primitive technology, learning about how Native Americans used nature to survive and thrive.
    Dress for all conditions, as did the people who lived here not so long ago!
     
    Pre-K-K  Tuesday 12th, 19th & 26th
    1st-2nd Gr.  Wednesday 13th, 20th & 27th
    3rd-6th Gr. Thursday 14th, 21st & Dec. 5th (skip a week for Thanksgiving holiday)
    Cost:  $40 for the full session for CNC members      
                 $50 for the full session for non-members.

    Time: 3:45pm to 5:00pm

    To register online please go to:  https://register.communitypass.net/Closter 

    In person registration, please call Marc Gussen at  (201) 750-2778 and fill out form below.

     


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  • November Break Program

    Vacation Nature Program

    Thursday November 7th and Friday November 8th

    Looking for something for the kids to do during the teacher’s convention? Here is the answer - bring them to the Closter Nature Center!

    Our break programs have been such a success, we are going to do them again! Topics will depend on the weather, but they will be fun and educational.

    Classes will run for 2 days but parents can sign up children for either 1 or 2 days

    We will try to spend time outside each day, so please dress for the weather.

    1st and 2nd grade: 9:00am - 11:30am
    3rd thru 6th grade: 1:00pm - 3:30pm

     

    Cost:  Members pay $40 for the 2-day session

                 Non-Members pay $50 for the 2- day session

    Cost for a single session is $25 per day for members, $30 per day for non-members

    Please sign up online with Community Pass or call Marc at (201)750-2778 to sign up and pay in person on the day of the program. Families signing up in person should print and fill out form below.

    For more info about becoming a Closter Nature Center member visit our website at: www.closternaturecenter.org

    Membership can also be purchased on Community Pass (see link / button below). 

    COMMUNITY PASS SIGNUP — CLICK “SIGN UP ONLINE” BUTTON BELOW

    Holiday Break Registration Form


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  • October After-School Classes 3rd-6th Gr.

    Bones, Bats and Black Cats

    Nature with a taste of Halloween!

    This month we will learn about skeletons, nocturnal animals
    and mythical creatures. 

    Please dress for the weather.

    Pre-K-K  Tues.15th, 22nd & 29th
    1st-2nd Gr.  Wed. 16th, 23rd & 30th
    3rd-6th Gr. Thurs. 17th, 24th & 31st

    Cost: $40 members,
    $50 non-members
    Time: 3:45pm to 5:00pm


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