The Nature Program Cooperative
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Did you know…? There are over a dozen places and organizations in northeastern New Jersey that provide quality nature programs. Recently, several of them banded together to create the NPC – a pooling of knowledge and resources designed to offer greater opportunities to explore and enjoy the region’s natural side.
How it works… Throughout the year, each of the different partners of the Co-op (listed on the right side of this page) 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, if Tenafly Nature Center hosts an event, members of all other NPC groups pay the TNC member rate. (Non-members are also welcome to attend the event, but must pay the non-member rate.) All NPC events are advertised in each partner group’s newsletter.
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Most recently updated on 08/22/2008
"Trails Open House"
Hosted/Presented by Closter Nature Center
Saturday, September 13
2–4 pm
Free and open to all.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.
"Hard Cider: A History"
Hosted/Presented by Tenafly Nature Center
Sunday, September 21
4–5 pm
For participants 21 and older.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. For more information and to register please visit or call the Tenafly Nature Center at (201) 568-6093. Members: FREE.
"Mad about Hawks"
Hosted/Presented by Palisades Interstate Park
Saturday, October 4
11 am–4 pm
Free and open to all.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 and open to all. For more information: 201 768-1360 ext. 107.
"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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