Individual & Family Annual Memberships

Your membership directly supports the daily care, education, and conservation work that makes Tenafly Nature Center thrive. With your support, we are able to:

• Keep our grounds and trails open 365 days a year

• Maintain over seven miles of trails and nearly 400 acres of forest, streams, and wetlands

• Protect and manage habitats for native plants and wildlife

• Care for our buildings, pavilions, and facilities used by 50,000+ visitors annually

• Offer affordable programs for people of all ages and interests

• Deliver high-quality environmental education for schools, scouts, and families

• Provide scholarships for camps and nature programs

• Feed and care for our 25+ Animal Ambassadors

• Answer community questions about living with nature and wildlife rescue

• Train high school and college interns for careers in environmental education

• Monitor local species, track natural events, and collaborate with regional environmental organizations

Your membership makes all of this possible.

As a Tenafly Nature Center member, you enjoy meaningful benefits while supporting our mission of conservation, education, recreation, and community engagement.

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• Free daily admission to over seven miles of trails, from one hour after sunrise to one hour before sunset

• 100+ free or discounted seasonal programs throughout the year

• Access to exclusive members-only programs and events

• Free seasonal admission to the Butterfly House

• Free use of Explore-a-Bag activity kits

• A one-year subscription to our quarterly newsletter, Nature & News

• Advance notice of programs and events via email

• Borrowing privileges at the Stephen Minkoff Memorial Library

• Merchandise discounts at participating local stores and restaurants

• Free or discounted admission to more than 130 nature and science centers across North America

• Invitation to the Annual Meeting and voting privileges

Multi-person, Premium, Small Business, and Corporate memberships include additional benefits.

Memberships are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor for details.

Perfect for families, friends, and small groups who want to explore and learn together, Multi-Person memberships unlock expanded access to programs and special opportunities for all ages.

• Free Junior Naturalist Booklets for young explorers (earn up to four per member; minimum TNC for Two level)

• Access to fee-based Nature Day Camps offered throughout the year (minimum TNC for Two level)

• Exclusive opportunity to host a fee-based birthday party at TNC (minimum Family level)

A Multi-Person membership is an ideal way to share meaningful nature experiences while deepening your family’s connection to the outdoors.

Premium memberships offer enhanced access, exclusive perks, and deeper impact, designed for supporters who want to do more for Tenafly Nature Center while enjoying special privileges.

• Make a significant contribution to TNC’s mission of conservation, education, and community engagement

• Free admission for up to 10 guests to select seasonal fee-based programs, such as Owl Prowls (minimum Sustaining level; excludes Sail the Hudson & special events)

• Priority registration for Summer Nature Day Camps (minimum Sustaining level)

• Free admission for up to 10 guests to three fee-based seasonal programs annually (minimum Patron level)

• Facility rental discounts

  • 10% (minimum Patron level)

  • 15% (minimum Benefactor level)

  • 20% (Life level)

• Invitations to exclusive, specially arranged events (minimum Benefactor level)

• Recognition on the TNC Member Plaque (Life level)

Premium membership levels provide meaningful benefits while amplifying your impact on TNC’s programs and preserved landscapes.

A Life Membership is the ultimate expression of your commitment to Tenafly Nature Center. With a one-time investment in TNC’s endowment fund, you provide lasting support that protects our forests, wildlife, and educational programs for generations to come.

Life Members enjoy exclusive benefits such as special event invitations, program and facility discounts, and recognition within the TNC community, all while knowing their contribution creates permanent impact. As a Life Member, you join a distinguished group of supporters dedicated to preserving Tenafly’s natural beauty and biodiversity.

A Life Membership is more than a benefit, it’s a legacy.

We are deeply grateful to our Life Members, whose extraordinary commitment ensures Tenafly Nature Center’s mission continues for generations to come.
The following list recognizes our current Life Members.

• The Clinton Inn Hotel and Event Center in Tenafly
  10% discount*
  *Discount applies to regularly priced guest rooms rates. Based on availability. Advanced registration required. No other discounts apply. Not including applicable taxes, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages.
• The Back Care Center in Dumont
  10% discount
• Thompson Park Conservancy
  Free Admission
  (New York State Zoo at Thompson Park in Watertown, NY)
• Ramsey Outdoor in Ramsey and Succasunna
  10% discount
• Wild Birds Unlimited in Paramus
  10% discount

TNC memberships give you access to exclusive benefits and help support our mission.

Joining a Membership

To become a member, simply click the button at the top of the page and complete the membership form. You may be directed to a secure page to finish the process, this is normal.

When joining, you will:

• Select your membership level
• Choose whether to renew automatically each year
• Enter your contact information
• (Optional) Add comments
• Complete a security check if prompted
• Enter your payment information:
  
  • Credit or debit card
  • Bank account (if available)
  • Apple Pay or Google Pay (on supported devices)

Then click “Start Membership” to complete your registration.

After signing up:

• You’ll see a confirmation message on screen
• You’ll receive a confirmation email, which also serves as your receipt

Renewing Your Membership

If you select “Renew Annually”, your membership will automatically renew each year using your saved payment method.

If you do not select automatic renewal, you can renew later by:

• Submitting a new membership form on our website
• 📧 Emailing TNC staff
• Sending payment (such as check or cash) directly to TNC

Important Notes About Memberships

• Submitting a membership form again will create a new membership, not update your existing one
• If a duplicate membership is created, TNC staff will assist in resolving it

Managing Your Membership

With your account, you can:

• Join as a new member
• Renew your membership
• View your membership status

 Please note: The following membership changes cannot be made online, including:

• Updating payment methods
• Upgrading or downgrading membership levels
• Canceling or ending a membership

To make any changes, please contact us at: 📧 info@tenaflynaturecenter.org

Our staff will be happy to assist you.

Membership Emails

After joining or renewing your membership, you may receive the following emails:

• Confirmation Email (Receipt): Sent after you join or make a payment. This serves as your official receipt.
• Automatic Renewal Receipt: If you are enrolled in annual auto-renewal, you will receive a receipt each time your membership renews.
• Acknowledgement Emails: You may also receive follow-up messages or acknowledgements from TNC related to your membership.

If you do not see these emails in your inbox, please check your spam or junk folder, as they may occasionally be filtered there.

To ensure you receive future emails, we recommend adding our email addresses to your contacts or safe sender list.

Visit our Email Delivery & Whitelisting Instructions for more information

Member Newsletter Preferences

As part of your TNC membership, you receive our quarterly newsletter, filled with updates and seasonal inspiration.

Members can choose how they receive the newsletter:

• 📬 Printed Copy: Mailed to your home address
• 📧 Digital Version: Email with a link to our interactive PDF flipbook

Many members choose the digital option to help reduce their carbon footprint 

If you would like to change how you receive your newsletter, please email our staff at: 📧 info@tenaflynaturecenter.org

We’ll make sure you receive this member benefit in the way that works best for you.

What’s Inside the Newsletter?

Each issue is designed to help you connect with nature and the TNC community. Inside, you’ll find:

• Upcoming programs, hikes, and family events
• Opportunities to volunteer and help care for the preserve
• Stories highlighting the work of our staff, volunteers, and supporters like you

Whether you’re looking forward to getting back out on the trails, learning something new, or connecting with fellow nature lovers, each issue is full of inspiration for the season ahead.