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Volunteer Open House
Want to make a difference in your community? The Closter Nature Center is seeking volunteers to support both projects like trail care, as well as roles in administration, fundraising, and strategic planning. At our Open House, you’ll learn about the variety of volunteer opportunities available and how your skills can help us grow and thrive. […]
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Meet the Vultures: Nature’s Cleanup Crew
Attend an informative lecture exploring the fascinating vultures that inhabit our area. This session will introduce the local species you’re most likely to encounter, provide tips on identifying them in flight, and reveal surprising facts about their remarkable adaptations and behaviors. From their extraordinary soaring abilities to their crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems, this […]
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Music by the Pond – October 2025
Join us for an afternoon of music, nature, and community at beautiful Ruckman Pond. Each month, both professional and amateur musicians come together to share their talents and bring joyful sounds to this peaceful setting. It’s the perfect way to end your week—bring your family, friends, or simply yourself. Take a moment to pause, unwind, […]
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Wild Woods Restoration Seed Collection Workshop
We’re excited to welcome the Wild Woods Restoration Project to Closter Nature Center for a seed collection workshop. Experts from Wild Woods will lead the program. Learn how to collect, clean, and sow seeds with experts from Wild Woods Restoration Project! Participants will gather seeds directly from the Closter Nature Center forest and gain hands-on […]
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Sunset Guided Hike
Join naturalist Marc Gussen for a family-friendly sunset hike at the Closter Nature Center. As the forest shifts from day to night, you’ll experience the sights and sounds of wildlife active at each stage of the evening. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes, bring bug spray, and get ready for an unforgettable evening in nature. […]
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Wild Woods Restoration Native Planting
We’re excited to welcome the Wild Woods Restoration Project to Closter Nature Center for a hands-on forest restoration event. Experts from Wild Woods will lead the program, guiding volunteers in planting young native plants grown from locally collected seeds. The planting site is about a quarter mile along the trail, with a short walk over […]
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Wild Woods Restoration Native Planting
We’re excited to welcome the Wild Woods Restoration Project to Closter Nature Center for a hands-on forest restoration event. Experts from Wild Woods will lead the program, guiding volunteers in planting young native plants grown from locally collected seeds. The planting site is about a quarter mile along the trail, with a short walk over […]
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Music by the Pond
Join us for an afternoon of music, nature, and community at beautiful Ruckman Pond. Each month, both professional and amateur musicians come together to share their talents and bring joyful sounds to this peaceful setting. It’s the perfect way to end your week—bring your family, friends, or simply yourself. Take a moment to pause, unwind, […]
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After-School Nature Program — Fall Semester 2025
Interested in becoming an individual or corporate sponsor of our educational programming? Contact our Executive Director, Riley Schwengel at executivedirector@closternaturecenter.org . To register please go to: https://register.communitypass.net/Closter, and you will be taken to Community Pass, our online registration and payment system. If you have any questions, please email info@closternaturecenter.org or call 201-800-2008. Our Naturalist, Marc […]
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After-School Nature Program — Fall 2025 Session II
Interested in becoming an individual or corporate sponsor of our educational programming? Contact our Executive Director, Riley Schwengel at executivedirector@closternaturecenter.org . To register please go to: https://register.communitypass.net/Closter, and you will be taken to Community Pass, our online registration and payment system. If you have any questions, please email info@closternaturecenter.org or call 201-800-2008. Our Naturalist, Marc […]
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After-School Nature Program – Fall Session I 2025
Interested in becoming an individual or corporate sponsor of our educational programming? Contact our Executive Director, Riley Schwengel at executivedirector@closternaturecenter.org . To register please go to: https://register.communitypass.net/Closter, and you will be taken to Community Pass, our online registration and payment system. If you have any questions, please email info@closternaturecenter.org or call 201-800-2008. Our Naturalist, Marc […]
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Full Moon Canoe Rides
Join us for a magical evening on the water! Paddle under the moonlight on scenic Ruckman Pond, guided by our welcoming staff and volunteers. After your paddle, gather around a crackling bonfire to roast s’mores and soak in the cozy ambiance. Live music from the “Music by the Pond” ensemble will add a soundtrack to […]
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The Closter Nature Center is a certifying organization in the President’s Volunteer Awards Program (PVSA). The PVSA program is sponsored by AmeriCorps and operated by Points of Light Inc.
Points of Light, Inc. works to create products and services that help volunteers, nonprofits/NGOs and corporations maximize their impact and “inspire more points of light in communities around the world.”
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