Public Programs
(updated 8/26/2008)

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Seasonal nature related programs intended for families, adults, and children.

Registration is required for most programs.
Contact information is not shared.

To Register: Registration will be accepted by order received

Online:
Click on the Right hand column link(s) above to register using a credit card. Please make sure to include the number of adults, the number of children, your complete address and a phone number.

Members: registering for a free program: you may register by clicking here and emailing please include your name, the number of adults & children, your address, and a phone number with the name and date of the free program.

By Mail:
When registering for a program by mail please complete a registration form include the title of the program, number of adults, the number of children, your complete address and a phone number.

• Registering for a program with a fee: make checks payable to Tenafly Nature Center. All fees are per person unless otherwise stated.

• Registering for a FREE program: you may register over the phone or email please include your name, the number of adults & children, your address, and a phone number with the name and date of the free program.

ORGANIZED GROUPS (i.e. schools, scouts):
Please refer to the group program information.

EMAIL UPDATES:
Click here to receive notices of upcoming programs, rescheduled events, and late additions by submitting your email address or call 201-568-6093.

TNC reserves the right to cancel, reschedule, or change programs as needed. Refund Policy.

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Family Nature Walks

Sundays, *September 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:30-4:30 pm

Enjoy the season during a leisurely guided walk along one of our many trails with an Environmental Educator.  Discover new things in the forest each month, whether you are a first time visitor or someone who regularly enjoys our trails.  Different seasonal topics and activities will take place each month.  In case of inclement weather the program is cancelled. Program intended for adults and families and all ages are welcome, however all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Reminder:  No strollers on TNC trails please.
Groups please refer to the group program information.
Pre-registration is not required but requested.
Members: FREE;
Nonmembers: $5 per person.

*Sign up for Apple Cider Making before your walk

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National Public Lands Day
Volunteers Needed

Saturday, September 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 am - noon

Stand up and do something for our natural resources this year.  Spare just two hours for the  environment! Help with outdoor projects on and around the trails: groom trails and pick up litter. Rather work indoors? Stuff envelopes and work in the office! No experience needed. Bring your friends and family!

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Family Night Hike

Saturday, September 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8-9 pm

Venture on a walk through the woods at night while you play some games, use your senses, and discover that the night is really not as scary as it seems. In case of inclement weather program will be rescheduled. Program intended for adults & families with children 5 years and older.

Space is limited!
Pre-Registration Required
Members $5/Non-members: $10

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Apple Cider Making

Sundays, September *7, 21, and 28
12:30-1:30 pm or 2:00-3:00 pm

Imagine fresh crisp apple cider!  The only way to get it is to help make it yourself—that is what we’ll do in this “bring-your-own” program. Pre-registration not required, but requested. Rain or shine. *Sign up for a Family Nature Walk after you make cider.

Members: 3 apples per person
Non-member 3 apples and $5 per person

*Sign up for Apple Cider Making before your walk

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Autumn Family Campfire

Saturday, September 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:30-8 pm

Learn about seasonal changes, listen to stories, make S’mores. If the weather is inclement we’ll use the fireplace in the pavilion or have an indoor program. Program intended for adults & families with children 5 years and older. Pre-Registration Required.

Members: $5 each; Non-members: $10 each

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Animal Cool Bus

After school  4-5 pm

Monday Series:
September 15, 22 & 29; October 6, 13 & 20

Learn about a huge assortment of animals including reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and creatures from the sea.  Educators from Snakes-n-scales educators will bring species such as alligators, starfish, snakes, giant millipedes, turtles, and much more. Enjoy animal related games, activities, hands on materials, and of course many of the animals are touchable!! Series for children ages 5-9 yrs. Programs are intended for kids only; pre-K parents may stay without strollers or siblings. Space is limited.  Pre-Registration Required.  Preference given to current members or new members joining at the time of registration (click here to join). Rain or shine.

Series: Members: $75; Non-members: $100
Individual sessions: Members $15; Non-Members $20

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Hard Cider: A History
Presented by Debora Davidson, TNC Education Director

Sunday, September 21^st . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:00-5:00 pm

Discover the history behind a favorite American beverage. Learn about apple cider fermentation and the genetics of this pome fruit. Discuss the importance of apples in colonial history, mythology, and literature as you make your own apple cider with our hand-cranked apple cider press. Space and apples are limited; pre-registration required. Participants must be over 21.

Lectures are intended for people over the age of 18. Younger people may be admitted if they call ahead of time to request permission. Each program is designed to nurture those of us who never stop learning.

All lectures are free for members and $5 for non-members.

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Cocktails & Music Under the Stars

Saturday, September 13
6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

A special benefit event hosted by the Board of Trustees
Co-chairs: Ida Wong & Mary Beth Wilmit

Light Jazz & Classical Music  • Valet Parking
Delicious Hors d’oeuvres • Heated Tent

Treat yourself to a festive evening to socialize with friends and meet new people. 
A tasting of bio-dynamic wines will be featured for your pleasure.
Proceeds of event to be used to fulfill the Tenafly Nature Center mission of
preserving almost 400 acres of forest, wetlands, Pfister’s Pond and
providing environmental education to the local community.

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The Nature Program Cooperative
Click here for the NPC website.

Did you know there are over a dozen places and organizations in Bergen County alone that provide quality nature programs? Recently, they created the NPC – a pooling of knowledge and resources designed to offer the people of our region greater opportunities to explore and enjoy the County’s natural side.

Current Nature Program Cooperative partners include:

Throughout the year, different partners of the Co-op will host an outdoor activity or indoor educational program at a nature center or other appropriate location to which all group members are invited. When applicable, member discounts will apply to all Co-op partner members and supporters. For example, when Tenafly Nature Center hosts an event, members of all other groups pay the TNC member rate. Non-members are also welcome to attend.  All events will be advertised in each group’s newsletter.

Welcome to the Co-op.

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Upcoming NPC programs: click here for more information on the NPC website.

• Trails Open House with Closter Nature Center
  Saturday, September 13. . . . . . . . . . 2–4 pm
  This event will offer members and new visitors an opportunity to take a guided tour throughout our 136 acres on 2-3 miles of woodland trails. Come check out the 600+ feet of new boardwalking just installed to make our trails safer and more accessible. Trail walks will leave from the Nature Center Cabin by the pond at half-hour intervals, starting at 2:00 PM. Each walk will last about an hour. The terrain is flat and shaded, but naturally uneven and occasional wet spots still occur. Come explore this forested gem in the heart of Bergen County's Hackensack River Watershed. The event is free to all. No registration is required. For more information, please contact Mary Mayer. Free and open to all.
• Mad about Hawks Hosted/Presented by Palisades Interstate Park
  Saturday, October 4 . . . . . . . . . . 11 am–4 pm
  Featuring live birds of prey with Jonathan Wood & the Raptor Project and exhibits by area nature centers at State Line Lookout. The event, to be held rain or shine, is free to all. No registration is required. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 107. Free and open to all.

• Natural New Jersey Tour Hosted/Presented by The Nature Program Cooperative
  Sunday, November 2 . . . . . . . . . . 12–5 pm Open to all.
  Did you know there are over a dozen places and organizations in Bergen County alone that provide quality nature programs? Join staff members from several of these organizations as we go on a van tour and visit some of these natural treasures. Register early because space is limited. Pre-registration is required. Trip details will be mailed to registered participants. $10 per person. Registration by mail is required—visit Flat Rock Brook's website for the registration form. For more information, please contact the Tenafly Nature Center at 201-568-6093.

• Fieldtrip to Mehrhof Pond in Little Ferry Hosted/Presented by Bergen County Audubon Society
  Saturday, November 22 . . . . . . . . . . 9 am Open to all.
  Join leader Dave Hall for a morning walk at Mehrhof Pond where a wide array of migrant waterfowl can be found at this time of year. There are usually thousands of Ruddy Ducks present at this time as well as Green-winged Teal, Common Mergansers, Hooded Mergansers, Gadwall and more. In addition there should be some fall sparrows and raptors. For more information, contact Dave at (973) 226-7825. There is no charge for this trip.

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Refund Policy:
For one-time public programs and events such as campfires, night hikes, walks, maple sugaring, or other programs for which individuals and families may register, we can offer refunds only if the program is canceled or rescheduled by Tenafly Nature Center due to insufficient registration, bad weather or related causes.

• Due to the number of registrations received for our numerous programs, we are no longer able to provide refunds due to changes in individual schedules, illness, or other personal reasons.

• This policy does not cover Nature Day Camp or tours, which usually have their own cancellation policies.