• Hawks Over the Hudson with the Nature Program Cooperative

    on July 25, 2017

    “Hawks Over the Hudson”

    On Sunday, October 1, State Line Lookout in Alpine, in the Palisades Interstate Park in New Jersey, 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.


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  • Summer Camp Week 4

    on June 19, 2017

    CLOSTER NATURE CENTER SUMMER CAMP

    The Closter Nature Center is proud to offer its annual summer camp program to children ages 4 – 14. For over 45 years, campers have had an opportunity to explore the Nature Center’s 136 acres of ponds, streams, meadows and forests in a fun and nurturing environment. Our campers hike, dig, wade in the water, and examine nature, all under the supervision of a trained naturalist and an assistant.

    The 2017 summer program will begin on June 26th and continue for 10 weeks ending August 31st. Camp sessions will be either morning or afternoon, Monday through Thursday. Campers can sign up for one or more 4-day weeks. Each weekly program will offer different activities suitable to the age group, children’s interests and the weather.

    Campers ages 4 – 6 will meet each day for 2-hours, with weekly fees of $70 for members, $90 for non-members. Campers ages 7 – 11, and 12-14 meet for 3-hours each day, with weekly fees of $90 for members, $110 for non-members.

    As the summer progresses, classes will fill up. Please see the registration form to see which classes are currently available. Click here to download a registration form, or you can pick one up at the cabin by Ruckman Pond.

    QUESTIONS? E-mail CNCsummer@gmail.com

    The Closter Nature Center is a 501c3 non-profit organization. A peaceful oasis in the middle of suburban Closter, New Jersey we are dedicated to the preservation of our natural environment through exploration and education.


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  • Summer Camp Week 3

    on June 19, 2017

    CLOSTER NATURE CENTER SUMMER CAMP

    The Closter Nature Center is proud to offer its annual summer camp program to children ages 4 – 14. For over 45 years, campers have had an opportunity to explore the Nature Center’s 136 acres of ponds, streams, meadows and forests in a fun and nurturing environment. Our campers hike, dig, wade in the water, and examine nature, all under the supervision of a trained naturalist and an assistant.

    The 2017 summer program will begin on June 26th and continue for 10 weeks ending August 31st. Camp sessions will be either morning or afternoon, Monday through Thursday. Campers can sign up for one or more 4-day weeks. Each weekly program will offer different activities suitable to the age group, children’s interests and the weather.

    Campers ages 4 – 6 will meet each day for 2-hours, with weekly fees of $70 for members, $90 for non-members. Campers ages 7 – 11, and 12-14 meet for 3-hours each day, with weekly fees of $90 for members, $110 for non-members.

    As the summer progresses, classes will fill up. Please see the registration form to see which classes are currently available. Click here to download a registration form, or you can pick one up at the cabin by Ruckman Pond.

    QUESTIONS? E-mail CNCsummer@gmail.com

    The Closter Nature Center is a 501c3 non-profit organization. A peaceful oasis in the middle of suburban Closter, New Jersey we are dedicated to the preservation of our natural environment through exploration and education.


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  • Summer Camp Week 2

    on June 19, 2017

    CLOSTER NATURE CENTER SUMMER CAMP

    The Closter Nature Center is proud to offer its annual summer camp program to children ages 4 – 14. For over 45 years, campers have had an opportunity to explore the Nature Center’s 136 acres of ponds, streams, meadows and forests in a fun and nurturing environment. Our campers hike, dig, wade in the water, and examine nature, all under the supervision of a trained naturalist and an assistant.

    The 2017 summer program will begin on June 26th and continue for 10 weeks ending August 31st. Camp sessions will be either morning or afternoon, Monday through Thursday. Campers can sign up for one or more 4-day weeks. Each weekly program will offer different activities suitable to the age group, children’s interests and the weather.

    Campers ages 4 – 6 will meet each day for 2-hours, with weekly fees of $70 for members, $90 for non-members. Campers ages 7 – 11, and 12-14 meet for 3-hours each day, with weekly fees of $90 for members, $110 for non-members.

    As the summer progresses, classes will fill up. Please see the registration form to see which classes are currently available. Click here to download a registration form, or you can pick one up at the cabin by Ruckman Pond.

    QUESTIONS? E-mail CNCsummer@gmail.com

    The Closter Nature Center is a 501c3 non-profit organization. A peaceful oasis in the middle of suburban Closter, New Jersey we are dedicated to the preservation of our natural environment through exploration and education.


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  • Summer Camp Week 1

    on June 19, 2017

    CLOSTER NATURE CENTER SUMMER CAMP

    The Closter Nature Center is proud to offer its annual summer camp program to children ages 4 – 14. For over 45 years, campers have had an opportunity to explore the Nature Center’s 136 acres of ponds, streams, meadows and forests in a fun and nurturing environment. Our campers hike, dig, wade in the water, and examine nature, all under the supervision of a trained naturalist and an assistant.

    The 2017 summer program will begin on June 26th and continue for 10 weeks ending August 31st. Camp sessions will be either morning or afternoon, Monday through Thursday. Campers can sign up for one or more 4-day weeks. Each weekly program will offer different activities suitable to the age group, children’s interests and the weather.

    Campers ages 4 – 6 will meet each day for 2-hours, with weekly fees of $70 for members, $90 for non-members. Campers ages 7 – 11, and 12-14 meet for 3-hours each day, with weekly fees of $90 for members, $110 for non-members.

    As the summer progresses, classes will fill up. Please see the registration form to see which classes are currently available. Click here to download a registration form, or you can pick one up at the cabin by Ruckman Pond.

    QUESTIONS? E-mail CNCsummer@gmail.com

    The Closter Nature Center is a 501c3 non-profit organization. A peaceful oasis in the middle of suburban Closter, New Jersey we are dedicated to the preservation of our natural environment through exploration and education.


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  • Pond Celebration at Ruckman Pond

    on April 30, 2017

    Please join us for the fifth annual celebration of the revival of Ruckman Pond! The last four have been such…


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  • Spring Birding Experience

    on April 30, 2017

    Come join the “early birds” at the Nature Center cabin from 8:00 to 9:30 Saturday morning, May 6th, for a birding…


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  • Closter Nature Center Annual Meeting

    on April 19, 2017

    The Closter Nature Center will hold its Annual Meeting on Thursday, May 4th at 7pm. There will be a brief recap of events over our past year…


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  • March After-School Classes

    on February 22, 2017

     

     

    “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…


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  • Online Summer Camp Registration

    on February 2, 2017

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  • February Winter Camp

    on January 26, 2017

    Looking for something for the kids to do during the winter break? Here is the answer – Bring them to the Nature Center!
    Our break…


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  • BATS! BATS! BATS!

    on November 7, 2016

    Throughout the world, bats have been misunderstood and persecuted, causing a serious decline in the bat population. The program “BATS, BATS, BATS!” was established to bring this matter to…


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