Adult Programs and Field Trips
RANCOCAS NATURE CENTER OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB
Thursdays, December 5, January 2, and February 6 10 AM to 12 PM
All are welcome. Club meets the first Thursday of every month in the Rancocas Nature Center classroom or at a designated alternative outdoor location. Contact rncphotoclub@gmail.com for details.
SEASONAL STROLLS (Suggested ages 55+)
Second Friday of the Month, December 13, January 10, February 14 Meet at Rancocas Nature Center Parking Lot 10:30 AM
Fourth Friday of the Month, December 27, January 24, February 28 Meet at Rancocas SP-Westampton Parking Lot 10:30 AM
Join a Rancocas staff person for a 45 minute to 1 hour guided stroll observing the winter season in the Rancocas Nature Preserve and Rancocas State Park’s meadows, streams/creek and woodlands on our easier trails (mostly flat ground, some roots).The program is free; FRNC membership or a donation is suggested. Register online at 2nd FRIDAY STROLLS or 4th FRIDAY STROLLS Inclement weather cancels.
Second Friday of the Month, December 13, January 10, February 14 Meet at Rancocas Nature Center Parking Lot 10:30 AM
Fourth Friday of the Month, December 27, January 24, February 28 Meet at Rancocas SP-Westampton Parking Lot 10:30 AM
Join a Rancocas staff person for a 45 minute to 1 hour guided stroll observing the winter season in the Rancocas Nature Preserve and Rancocas State Park’s meadows, streams/creek and woodlands on our easier trails (mostly flat ground, some roots).The program is free; FRNC membership or a donation is suggested. Register online at 2nd FRIDAY STROLLS or 4th FRIDAY STROLLS Inclement weather cancels.
GALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATION
Saturday, February 15 2 to 4 PM
Girls just want to have fun! It is wonderful to get out and enjoy nature in winter surrounded by our gal friends. So single or married, join us as we celebrate Galentine’s Day at the Rancocas Nature Center. After a brisk trail hike, we will gather for some social time and enjoy Galentine’s Day treats--including some from Robins Nest in Mt Holly. Cost: $15/person. Register online at GALENTINE's DAY
Saturday, February 15 2 to 4 PM
Girls just want to have fun! It is wonderful to get out and enjoy nature in winter surrounded by our gal friends. So single or married, join us as we celebrate Galentine’s Day at the Rancocas Nature Center. After a brisk trail hike, we will gather for some social time and enjoy Galentine’s Day treats--including some from Robins Nest in Mt Holly. Cost: $15/person. Register online at GALENTINE's DAY
BIRDING AT BARNEGAT LIGHT, LONG BEACH ISLAND FIELD TRIP
Saturday, January 25 10 AM to 1 PM
The northern tip of Long Beach Island, Barnegat State Park, is a great location to view an assortment of winter birds along the Jersey shore. The trip also includes a stopover at other LBI locations. Possible sightings include Harlequins, seabirds, gulls, and winter migrants. Meet in the Barnegat Light State Park parking lot. The program is free; FRNC membership or a $10 donation is suggested. Register online at www.rancocasnaturecenter.org. Inclement weather cancels.
Saturday, January 25 10 AM to 1 PM
The northern tip of Long Beach Island, Barnegat State Park, is a great location to view an assortment of winter birds along the Jersey shore. The trip also includes a stopover at other LBI locations. Possible sightings include Harlequins, seabirds, gulls, and winter migrants. Meet in the Barnegat Light State Park parking lot. The program is free; FRNC membership or a $10 donation is suggested. Register online at www.rancocasnaturecenter.org. Inclement weather cancels.
BIRDING FRANKLIN PARKER PRESERVE FIELD TRIP
Saturday, February 8 10 AM to 12/1 PM
The Franklin Parker Preserve is adjacent to approximately 250,000 acres of public conservation land in the form of five state-owned properties: Brendan Byrne State Forest, Wharton State Forest, Bass River State Forest, Greenwood Wildlife Management Area, and Penn State Forest. The Franklin Parker Preserve contains approximately 5,000 acres of wetlands habitat and 4,400 acres of contiguous upland pine oak forest, as well as 14 tributaries that cross the preserve and eventually unite in the Wading River. Being in the heart of the Pinelands Preserve area, some very interesting birds show up in winter. Join Audrey Dorofy and Michelle Horowitz for two to three hours of birding in this incredible place. Exact meeting spot will be sent to participants via email the week before. The program is free; FRNC membership or a $10 donation is suggested. Register online at www.rancocasnaturecenter.org. Inclement weather cancels.
Saturday, February 8 10 AM to 12/1 PM
The Franklin Parker Preserve is adjacent to approximately 250,000 acres of public conservation land in the form of five state-owned properties: Brendan Byrne State Forest, Wharton State Forest, Bass River State Forest, Greenwood Wildlife Management Area, and Penn State Forest. The Franklin Parker Preserve contains approximately 5,000 acres of wetlands habitat and 4,400 acres of contiguous upland pine oak forest, as well as 14 tributaries that cross the preserve and eventually unite in the Wading River. Being in the heart of the Pinelands Preserve area, some very interesting birds show up in winter. Join Audrey Dorofy and Michelle Horowitz for two to three hours of birding in this incredible place. Exact meeting spot will be sent to participants via email the week before. The program is free; FRNC membership or a $10 donation is suggested. Register online at www.rancocasnaturecenter.org. Inclement weather cancels.