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January 21, 2020, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM @ Rancocas Nature Center
Tuesday Preschool Music & Story Time2020-01-21T11:00:00Children will enjoy hearing 3 short stories read aloud, separated by 3 songs that are played along with rhythm instruments. This series is geared toward children ages 2 - 5 year accompanied by a parent or guardian, but siblings are welcome. Register online. There is no charge for this program, but ?participants need to be Rancocas Nature Center members.
Rancocas Nature Center794 Rancocas RoadWestampton TownshipNJ08060 Children will enjoy hearing 3 short stories read aloud, separated by 3 songs that are played along with rhythm instruments. This series is geared toward children ages 2 - 5 year accompanied by a parent or guardian, but siblings are welcome. Register online. There is no charge for this program, but ?participants need to be Rancocas Nature Center members.
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January 24, 2020, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM @ Rancocas Nature Center
Nature Adventures for Preschoolers2020-01-24T10:30:00Over and Under the Snow – Share in this heartwarming story about a family holiday tradition for wildlife. Join us for an indoor/outdoor program that gets its weekly theme from a favorite storybook. Geared to preschoolers ages 3-5 accompanied by a parent or guardian, each session will include the reading of a nature-themed picture book and a short weather-dependent hike. Register online. There is no charge for this program, but participants need to be Rancocas Nature Center members. Series continues on February 21.
Rancocas Nature Center794 Rancocas RoadWestampton TownshipNJ08060 Over and Under the Snow – Share in this heartwarming story about a family holiday tradition for wildlife. Join us for an indoor/outdoor program that gets its weekly theme from a favorite storybook. Geared to preschoolers ages 3-5 accompanied by a parent or guardian, each session will include the reading of a nature-themed picture book and a short weather-dependent hike. Register online. There is no charge for this program, but participants need to be Rancocas Nature Center members. Series continues on February 21.
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January 24, 2020, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM @ Rancocas Nature Center
Science And Nature Explorers Series: Survival And Shelter Building2020-01-24T10:30:00Wear your thinking cap to class as this week’s activities will involve using your thinking skills to solve survival scenarios– with a focus on hypothermia. During the 2-hour session, students will do a simple heat loss experiment and try their hand at building shelters in the woods. The environmentally-themed six-week series is aimed at homeschoolers, ages 6 to 11, and incorporates model making, science experiments, art, ecology, journaling, and nature study. Each session will involve indoor/outdoor learning and investigation, weather permitting, so please dress appropriately. In the case of severe inclement weather, the class will be rescheduled to the following Friday morning. Participants must register for the full 6-week series and be Rancocas Nature Center family members. Minimum class size is 10 students. Cost: $75 for the 6-week series. Register online. Series continues February 7, 21, March 13, 27 and April 10. For membership information, visit www.rancocasnaturecenter.org.
Rancocas Nature Center794 Rancocas RoadWestampton TownshipNJ08060 Wear your thinking cap to class as this week’s activities will involve using your thinking skills to solve survival scenarios– with a focus on hypothermia. During the 2-hour session, students will do a simple heat loss experiment and try their hand at building shelters in the woods. The environmentally-themed six-week series is aimed at homeschoolers, ages 6 to 11, and incorporates model making, science experiments, art, ecology, journaling, and nature study. Each session will involve indoor/outdoor learning and investigation, weather permitting, so please dress appropriately. In the case of severe inclement weather, the class will be rescheduled to the following Friday morning. Participants must register for the full 6-week series and be Rancocas Nature Center family members. Minimum class size is 10 students. Cost: $75 for the 6-week series. Register online. Series continues February 7, 21, March 13, 27 and April 10. For membership information, visit www.rancocasnaturecenter.org.
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January 28, 2020, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Rancocas Nature Center
Tuesday Preschool Story/Music Time2020-01-28T11:00:00Chinese New Year-Year of The Rat – The Chinese New Year is celebrated with a themed parade and 2020 is the Year of the Rat. During this approximately hour-long program children, will enjoy hearing 3 short stories read aloud, separated by 3 songs that are played along with rhythm instruments. This program is geared toward children ages 2 - 5 years accompanied by a parent or guardian, but siblings are welcome. Register online. There is no charge for this program, but ?participants need to be Rancocas Nature Center members. Series continues February 11 and 25. For membership information, visit www.rancocasnaturecenter.org.
Rancocas Nature Center794 Rancocas RoadWestampton TownshipNJ08060 Chinese New Year-Year of The Rat – The Chinese New Year is celebrated with a themed parade and 2020 is the Year of the Rat. During this approximately hour-long program children, will enjoy hearing 3 short stories read aloud, separated by 3 songs that are played along with rhythm instruments. This program is geared toward children ages 2 - 5 years accompanied by a parent or guardian, but siblings are welcome. Register online. There is no charge for this program, but ?participants need to be Rancocas Nature Center members. Series continues February 11 and 25. For membership information, visit www.rancocasnaturecenter.org.
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January 30, 2020, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM @ Rancocas Nature Center
Urban Forestry: “Alien Invaders” 2020-01-30T19:00:00The Spotted Lanternfly and Emerald Ash Borer are invasive insects infecting New Jersey’s trees and forests. In Burlington County, these pests have left many trees dying and dangerous. Presenter Pam Zipse is the Outreach Coordinator for the Rutgers Urban Forestry Program. She will discuss the presence of these invasive insects in NJ, how to recognize them, why they are important, and what can be done about them. Ms. Zipse is also a NJ Licensed Tree Expert, is a member of the NJ Community Forestry Council, and participates on the NJ Forest, Landscape and Agricultural Pest Roundtable. Register online. There is no charge for this program, but donations are encouraged.
Rancocas Nature Center794 Rancocas RoadWestampton TownshipNJ08060 The Spotted Lanternfly and Emerald Ash Borer are invasive insects infecting New Jersey’s trees and forests. In Burlington County, these pests have left many trees dying and dangerous. Presenter Pam Zipse is the Outreach Coordinator for the Rutgers Urban Forestry Program. She will discuss the presence of these invasive insects in NJ, how to recognize them, why they are important, and what can be done about them. Ms. Zipse is also a NJ Licensed Tree Expert, is a member of the NJ Community Forestry Council, and participates on the NJ Forest, Landscape and Agricultural Pest Roundtable. Register online. There is no charge for this program, but donations are encouraged.
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January 31, 2020, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM @ Rancocas Nature Center
Cabin Fever Escape Art Series: Twig Heart2020-01-31T18:00:00Beat the winter blues – show your love for nature by creating a heart out of painted twigs. Use a collection of twigs bound together, painted your favorite color(s), to make a hanging heart just in time for Valentine’s Day! Cost: $20 (includes materials fee) Register online.
Rancocas Nature Center794 Rancocas RoadWestampton TownshipNJ08060 Beat the winter blues – show your love for nature by creating a heart out of painted twigs. Use a collection of twigs bound together, painted your favorite color(s), to make a hanging heart just in time for Valentine’s Day! Cost: $20 (includes materials fee) Register online.
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