• October After-School Classes Pre-K to K

    on September 22, 2019

    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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  • Hike into Fall

    on September 14, 2019

    Hello, Autumn!

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

    Come visit the Nature Center and join us for a hike along our trails.

    Enjoy our woods as leaf colors peak in mid - Autumn!  

    Sunday, October 27th 3pm

    Meet at the cabin by Ruckman Pond.


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  • All About Mushrooms

    on September 14, 2019

    From Field to Table

    You will not want to miss this captivating and fascinating program: Naturalist Marc Gussen has offered it often over the years, and always has had a great response.

    Come learn about mushrooms, their role in the forest...and in the kitchen! 


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  • Hawks Over the Hudson

    on August 19, 2019

    “Hawks Over the Hudson”

    On Sunday, October 6th, State Line Lookout in Alpine, in the Palisades Interstate Park in New Jersey, the Nature Program Cooperative will host “Hawks Over the Hudson.” To be held rain or shine from 12 to 4 PM, the program features live birds of prey presented by the Delaware Valley Raptor Center at 1 and 2:30 PM. Between the programs, visitors can chat with the presenters, and to enjoy activities and exhibits presented by some of the member organizations of the Nature Program Cooperative. The program is free and open to all, with no advance registration required to attend.

    For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 108. Free.

     

    http://www.natureprogram.org/pdfs/hawksHudson.pdf

     


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

    on August 18, 2019

    Let’s Take A Hike

    Come explore the trails of the Nature Center. See the sights, meet the animals and have some fun outside this September!

    Children will go outside sprinkle or shine. Please dress for the weather.

    Pre-K + K Tuesdays  10th - 17th - 24th

    1st + 2nd grades Wednesdays  11th - 18th - 25th

    3rd - 6th grades Thursdays  12th - 19th - 26th

    Time: 3:45pm - 5:00pm

    Cost - $40 for members, and $50 for non-members.


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

    on August 18, 2019

    Let’s Take A Hike

    Come explore the trails of the Nature Center. See the sights, meet the animals and have some fun outside this September!

    Children will go outside sprinkle or shine. Please dress for the weather.

    Pre-K + K Tuesdays  10th - 17th - 24th

    1st + 2nd grades Wednesdays  11th - 18th - 25th

    3rd - 6th grades Thursdays  12th - 19th - 26th

    Time: 3:45pm - 5:00pm

    Cost - $40 for members, and $50 for non-members.


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  • September After-School Classes Pre-K to K

    on August 18, 2019

    Let’s Take A Hike

    Come explore the trails of the Nature Center. See the sights, meet the animals and have some fun outside this September!

    Children will go outside sprinkle or shine. Please dress for the weather.

    Pre-K + K Tuesdays  10th - 17th - 24th

    1st + 2nd grades Wednesdays  11th - 18th - 25th

    3rd - 6th grades Thursdays  12th - 19th - 26th

    Time: 3:45pm - 5:00pm

    Cost - $40 for members, and $50 for non-members.


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  • Pond Celebration 2019

    on May 21, 2019

    Closter Nature Center Blow-Out

    Join us for our annual celebration of nature and good vibes! Activities for children and the young-at-heart around and on the pond at the Nature Center. 

     

    Come join us for day of fun honoring the Nature Center’s Ruckman Pond! A place so special deserves a day of its own!

    MUSIC! CANOE RIDES!  ARTS & CRAFTS! TIE-DYED T-SHIRTS!  POND SCIENCE! 

    AND IT'S ALL FREE! Can it get any better than that?

    You could be a volunteer! Fill out the form below with your availability (hours) and expertise (crafter, paddler, musician...). 

    POND CELEBRATION VOLUNTEER

    Fields marked with * are required


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

    on May 10, 2019

    Pond Life

    This month we will explore
    the magic of Ruckman pond.
    Who lives there? And why?
    Pk+K Tuesdays 4th - 11th - 18th
    1st + 2nd grade Wednesdays 5th - 12th - 19th
    3rd - 6th grade Thursdays 6th -13th - 20th
    Please dress for the weather.


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

    on May 10, 2019

    Pond Life

    This month we will explore
    the magic of Ruckman pond.
    Who lives there? And why?
    Pk+K Tuesdays 4th - 11th - 18th
    1st + 2nd grade Wednesdays 5th - 12th - 19th
    3rd - 6th grade Thursdays 6th -13th - 20th
    Please dress for the weather.


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  • June After-School Classes Pre-K – K

    on May 10, 2019

    Pond Life

    This month we will explore
    the magic of Ruckman pond.
    Who lives there? And why?
    Pk+K Tuesdays 4th - 11th - 18th
    1st + 2nd grade Wednesdays 5th - 12th - 19th
    3rd - 6th grade Thursdays 6th -13th - 20th
    Please dress for the weather.


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  • Hike into Summer

    on May 4, 2019

    Summer is Coming!

    Sunday, May 19th at 3:00 PM

    Are you ready for an afternoon to remember?

    We will learn about the plants and animals of the Nature Center.

    Meet at the cabin, hike into the woods for about 45 minutes, and enjoy the glories of mid-spring before the summer heat sets in.

    Cost: Free!


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