“Last Chance Winter Hike” March 18that 2 PM
Come one, come all! Layer up your winter clothes 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 find around the next bend in the trail...
MARCH AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAMS Pets, Pets and More Pets!
This month we will focus on what animals make good pets and why.
Kids will learn about responsibility and the work required to take care of animals.
Dress for the weather.
PreK-K .......Tuesdays - 13th, 20th and 27th
1st and 2nd...........Wednesdays - 14th, 21st and 28th
3rd thru 5th...................Thursdays - 15th, 22nd and 29th
Time: 3:45pm - 5:00pm
Cost - $40 for members, and $50 for non-members.
To register online please go to:REGISTER.CAPTUREPOINT.COM/CLOSTER 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.
Photo Contest: Entries Due on March 30th
This is the month to take some new photos at the Nature Center or look through ones that you've saved from previous seasons. The Second Annual Photography Contest and Exhibition will be held at the Closter Library during the month of April. Adults and kids can enter up to two photos each measuring no more than 16" x 20". No matter where you live, the photos must have been taken at the Closter Nature Center. Photos must be dropped off at the library by March 30 and left in Director Ruth Rando's office. Please attach a note to the back of photos with name, address, email, phone and age (for kids). A donation of $10 is requested. Contest winners will receive a CNC hat, t-shirt or sweatshirt. Last year's exhibition was a great success, so let's make this one even better! For more information, contact Susan McTigue at msmct4@aol.com or 201-767-0955.
ANNUAL CLOSTER TOWN CLEANUP
SATURDAY, MARCH 24TH 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
The Closter Environmental Commission is conducting its Annual Spring Cleanup Drive on Saturday, March 24th from 10 AM to 2 PM.
Staging stations will be at the Closter Nature Center Log Cabin and the Lustron House on Durie Ave. Gloves, pickup tools and bags will be provided to participants, and refreshments will be available. This cleanup has been an annual event in Closter for many years! It is particularly suitable for families and children eager to help, although those under fourteen years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Pitch in and join the volunteer members of the Environmental Commission, Closter Nature Center, Closter Boy Scouts, and Girl Scouts. Event details are at the Borough website: www.closternj.us.
SOUP SUPPER COMING IN APRIL!
April 15th 5-7 PM
One of our most popular 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 speciality. You get a bowl and spoon to sample as many soups as you like—plus tasty breads! Arrive by 6:30 for best selection.
Watch for more details in our next newsletter.
And just before we start ladling soup, join us for the big unveil of the “Mayer Loop Trail” sign! This trail was named to honor the tireless work for our Nature Center by Gay and Mary Mayer.
4:30pm — far side of the pond
CNC 2018 Summer Program:
Registration will begin in March.
The program runs Monday - Thursday for 9 weeks. Each day includes two sessions as noted below.
We offer 2-hour programs for children ages 4 - 6 and 3-hour programs for children ages 7 - 10 and 11 - 14.
Fees for the 2-hour programs are:
$70 for members ($90 for non-members)
Fees for the 3-hour programs are:
$90 for members ($110 for non-members)
DATES FOR THE PROGRAM ARE AS FOLLOWS:
WEEK #1 June 25 - 28 Ages 4 - 6 and 7 - 10
WEEK #2 July 9 - 12 Ages 11 -14 and 7 - 10
WEEK #3 July 16 - 19 Ages 7 - 10 and 4 - 6
WEEK #4 July 23 - 26 Ages 7 - 10 and 11 - 14
WEEK #5 July 30 - August 2 Ages 4 - 6 and 7 - 10
WEEK #6 August 6 - 9 Ages 7 - 10 and 11 - 14
WEEK #7 August 13 - 16 Ages 4 - 6 and 7 - 10
WEEK #8 August 20 - 23 Ages 11 - 14 and 7 - 10
WEEK #9 August 27 - 30 Ages 4 - 6 and 7 - 10
To register please go to:
REGISTER.CAPTUREPOINT.COM/CLOSTER
and you will be taken to Community Pass, our NEW online registration and payment system.
If you prefer to register in person please email:
CNCSUMMER@GMAIL.COM to receive a registration form and the mailing address.
Cute Kid’s Quote
Out with some kindergartners last month we saw a bright red cardinal standing out against the drab winter forest. One of the kids yelled with enthusiasm..."Look, a Carnival!"MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
CNC MONTH BY MONTH:
March “Last Chance Winter Hike” March 18th at 2 PM
Photo Contest: Entries Due on March 30th
April 9th – 12th Spring Break Classes
April 15, Soup Supper 5-7 PM
April 21, Earth Day Fair...in Demarest this year!
Photo Contest and Exhibit!
May – Annual Meeting May 2nd
Bird Walk Saturday, May 5th 8-10 AM
June 3rd - Pond Celebration (June 10th rain date)
June 25 to August 30 - Summer Programs!
September 30 - Hawks Over the Hudson at State Line Lookout
