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Events for April 12, 2025
Raritan Headwaters 35th Annual Stream Clean Up @ Scherman Hoffman NJA
Join the staff at Scherman Hoffman to celebrate Earth Day as we hike North to the start of the Passaic River as far as we can go picking up trash and micro garbage. We are participating in the Raritan Headwaters event as a private location. April 12th from 9am -12pm. Stay an hour or stay the whole time! IT ONLY TAKES THREE HOURS TO MAKE A BIG IMPACT Trash and litter along a stream is harmful to wildlife, water quality, and human health. Right here, in our watershed, we cleanup 14 tons of trash and debris each year during our Annual Stream Cleanup. In celebration of Earth Day, join the event at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary to protect rivers and streams that run through your community. It takes over 1,500 volunteers, be one of them! This volunteer opportunity is perfect for families, scout troops, churches, businesses, civic groups schools, home school groups, environmental commissions and individuals. https://youtu.be/ey-RQzd_hA8 COST: FREE Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Volunteers should wear sturdy shoes or boots preferably water proof and weather appropriate clothing. Stream clean up is rain or shine! Reusable water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray and a snack. TO REGISTER for this event please email [email protected] to receive a private link for our location. CANCELLATION: NJ Audubon’s programs require a minimum number of registrants to run. If we cancel, due to lack of participation, severe weather, or unforeseen circumstances, all participants will be notified as soon as possible and are eligible for a full refund. Participants may cancel without penalty if greater than 48 hours in advance. Sorry, no refund for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance unless due to health emergencies; however, registrations can be transferred to another program in the future.
NJ Audubon’s Cape May Bird Observatory’s 30th Annual Optics Sale 2025
Cape May Convention Hall 714 Beach Ave., Cape MayCape May Bird Observatory's Annual Spring Optics sale will be taking place at Cape May Convention Hall. We've been working with the manufacturers' representatives to to bring you the best deals! Kowa, Hawke Optics, Swarovski, Vortex & Zeiss are all on board and offering some amazing savings! You'll have the opportunity to talk to various reps and field test their products. CMBO's experienced staff will also be on hand to help. There are other bargains, some DEMO or LOANER product in the above brands, and some in several other brands too. Most of these are limited to stock on hand. Many of these are already on sale and available at their lowest and greatly reduced price. We will also have a variety of optics accessories, field guides and birding books, and the famous CMBO baseball hats! FREE ADMISSION and it’s OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, so invite your friends, fellow birders, hunters, boaters, and other nature enthusiasts to take advantage of these great savings! Register below to receive the latest updates and information regarding the sale! COST: FREE Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Want to test optics before the sale: You can visit our Northwood Center, located at 701 E. Lake Dr. in Cape May Point, NJ. Store Hours are: Wed-Sun 9:30-4:30. The store will be closed for the Optics Sale dates. Want to trade-in an older optics: Trade-ins WILL NOT be accepted the days of the sale. If you have a trade-in and would like to speak to someone about it before the sale, please call our Store Manager Brian Moscatello at 609-400-3868. His office hours are Sun-Thur 9:30-4:30. You can also stop in to the store to see him. Parking information: There are metered spaces all around Convention Hall. The best thing to do is download the Park Mobile app before you arrive to Cape May. There is some free street parking available in Cape May, the further you get from Convention Hall. REGISTER HERE
Spring Ephemeral Walk at High Mountain Preserve
Welcome to the Spring Ephemeral Walk at High Mountain Preserve! Join us for a leisurely hike through the trails at High Mountain to discover lovely spring ephemeral wildflowers that only bloom for a very short period in the spring each year. This event is a great opportunity to enjoy nature, learn about local flora, and meet fellow nature enthusiasts. We look forward to seeing you there! COST: $8 members / $10 nonmembers CANCELLATION: NJ Audubon’s programs require a minimum number of registrants to run. If we cancel, due to lack of participation, severe weather, or unforeseen circumstances, all participants will be notified as soon as possible and are eligible for a full refund. Participants may cancel without penalty if greater than 48 hours in advance. Sorry, no refund for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance unless due to health emergencies; however, registrations can be transferred to another program in the future. REGISTER HERE
Back Bay Birding by Boat on the Osprey
Miss Chris Marina - The Osprey 1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, NJJoin Captain Bob and the crew of The Osprey for close-up looks at secretive rails, nesting Ospreys, migrant shorebirds, terns, gulls, herons and more. We explore the coastal saltmarsh of Cape May from Cape Island Creek to the Wildwoods and view the natural wonders of historic Cape May Harbor. The Osprey is a 37' pontoon boat that has a comfortable enclosed cabin with large viewing windows, a front deck with a railing, and a restroom on board. Non-motorized wheelchair accessible. More information, detailed directions, and online reservations at www.ospreycruise.com or call the Osprey at 609-898-3500. All trips depart from the Miss Chris Marina in Cape May. Free parking. Family-friendly. Preregistration is suggested. Cost: $38 members, $43 nonmembers, $25 Children (12 and under) REGISTER HERE
NJ Audubon: Digital Photography Workshop 8: Travel Photography
Instructor: David DesRochers and Phil Witt, Associate Naturalists The summer travel season is approaching. This lecture will cover the principles of travel photography: capturing an establishing location shot; integrating close-up shots into a travelogue; sequencing the shots to tell a story, among other principles. After the lecture, the instructors will review participant images. Students are encouraged to bring a flash drive with two images (preferably RAW) for review and discussion. Ticket sale ends on 4/11/25 at 4:00 PM. COST: $12 members, $25 nonmembers. Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! CANCELLATION: NJ Audubon’s programs require a minimum number of registrants to run. If we cancel, due to lack of participation, severe weather, or unforeseen circumstances, all participants will be notified as soon as possible and are eligible for a full refund. Participants may cancel without penalty if greater than 48 hours in advance. Sorry, no refund for cancellations less than 48 hours in advance unless due to health emergencies; however, registrations can be transferred to another program in the future. REGISTER HERE
NJ Audubon’s Cape May Bird Observatory’s 30th Annual Optics Sale 2025
Cape May Convention Hall 714 Beach Ave., Cape MayCape May Bird Observatory's Annual Spring Optics sale will be taking place at Cape May Convention Hall. We've been working with the manufacturers' representatives to to bring you the best deals! Kowa, Hawke Optics, Swarovski, Vortex & Zeiss are all on board and offering some amazing savings! You'll have the opportunity to talk to various reps and field test their products. CMBO's experienced staff will also be on hand to help. There are other bargains, some DEMO or LOANER product in the above brands, and some in several other brands too. Most of these are limited to stock on hand. Many of these are already on sale and available at their lowest and greatly reduced price. We will also have a variety of optics accessories, field guides and birding books, and the famous CMBO baseball hats! FREE ADMISSION and it’s OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, so invite your friends, fellow birders, hunters, boaters, and other nature enthusiasts to take advantage of these great savings! Register below to receive the latest updates and information regarding the sale! COST: FREE Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Want to test optics before the sale: You can visit our Northwood Center, located at 701 E. Lake Dr. in Cape May Point, NJ. Store Hours are: Wed-Sun 9:30-4:30. The store will be closed for the Optics Sale dates. Want to trade-in an older optics: Trade-ins WILL NOT be accepted the days of the sale. If you have a trade-in and would like to speak to someone about it before the sale, please call our Store Manager Brian Moscatello at 609-400-3868. His office hours are Sun-Thur 9:30-4:30. You can also stop in to the store to see him. Parking information: There are metered spaces all around Convention Hall. The best thing to do is download the Park Mobile app before you arrive to Cape May. There is some free street parking available in Cape May, the further you get from Convention Hall. REGISTER HERE
Back Bay Birding by Boat on the Osprey
Miss Chris Marina - The Osprey 1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, NJJoin Captain Bob and the crew of The Osprey for close-up looks at secretive rails, nesting Ospreys, migrant shorebirds, terns, gulls, herons and more. We explore the coastal saltmarsh of Cape May from Cape Island Creek to the Wildwoods and view the natural wonders of historic Cape May Harbor. The Osprey is a 37' pontoon boat that has a comfortable enclosed cabin with large viewing windows, a front deck with a railing, and a restroom on board. Non-motorized wheelchair accessible. More information, detailed directions, and online reservations at www.ospreycruise.com or call the Osprey at 609-898-3500. All trips depart from the Miss Chris Marina in Cape May. Free parking. Family-friendly. Preregistration is suggested. Cost: $38 members, $43 nonmembers, $25 Children (12 and under) REGISTER HERE
Back Bay Birding by Boat on the Osprey
Miss Chris Marina - The Osprey 1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, NJJoin Captain Bob and the crew of The Osprey for close-up looks at secretive rails, nesting Ospreys, migrant shorebirds, terns, gulls, herons and more. We explore the coastal saltmarsh of Cape May from Cape Island Creek to the Wildwoods and view the natural wonders of historic Cape May Harbor. The Osprey is a 37' pontoon boat that has a comfortable enclosed cabin with large viewing windows, a front deck with a railing, and a restroom on board. Non-motorized wheelchair accessible. More information, detailed directions, and online reservations at www.ospreycruise.com or call the Osprey at 609-898-3500. All trips depart from the Miss Chris Marina in Cape May. Free parking. Family-friendly. Preregistration is suggested. Cost: $38 members, $43 nonmembers, $25 Children (12 and under) REGISTER HERE
Back Bay Birding by Boat on the Osprey
Miss Chris Marina - The Osprey 1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, NJJoin Captain Bob and the crew of The Osprey for close-up looks at secretive rails, nesting Ospreys, migrant shorebirds, terns, gulls, herons and more. We explore the coastal saltmarsh of Cape May from Cape Island Creek to the Wildwoods and view the natural wonders of historic Cape May Harbor. The Osprey is a 37' pontoon boat that has a comfortable enclosed cabin with large viewing windows, a front deck with a railing, and a restroom on board. Non-motorized wheelchair accessible. More information, detailed directions, and online reservations at www.ospreycruise.com or call the Osprey at 609-898-3500. All trips depart from the Miss Chris Marina in Cape May. Free parking. Family-friendly. Preregistration is suggested. Cost: $38 members, $43 nonmembers, $25 Children (12 and under) REGISTER HERE
Back Bay Birding by Boat on the Osprey
Miss Chris Marina - The Osprey 1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, NJJoin Captain Bob and the crew of The Osprey for close-up looks at secretive rails, nesting Ospreys, migrant shorebirds, terns, gulls, herons and more. We explore the coastal saltmarsh of Cape May from Cape Island Creek to the Wildwoods and view the natural wonders of historic Cape May Harbor. The Osprey is a 37' pontoon boat that has a comfortable enclosed cabin with large viewing windows, a front deck with a railing, and a restroom on board. Non-motorized wheelchair accessible. More information, detailed directions, and online reservations at www.ospreycruise.com or call the Osprey at 609-898-3500. All trips depart from the Miss Chris Marina in Cape May. Free parking. Family-friendly. Preregistration is suggested. Cost: $38 members, $43 nonmembers, $25 Children (12 and under) REGISTER HERE
Back Bay Birding by Boat on the Osprey
Miss Chris Marina - The Osprey 1212 Wilson Dr, Cape May, NJ 08204, NJJoin Captain Bob and the crew of The Osprey for close-up looks at secretive rails, nesting Ospreys, migrant shorebirds, terns, gulls, herons and more. We explore the coastal saltmarsh of Cape May from Cape Island Creek to the Wildwoods and view the natural wonders of historic Cape May Harbor. The Osprey is a 37' pontoon boat that has a comfortable enclosed cabin with large viewing windows, a front deck with a railing, and a restroom on board. Non-motorized wheelchair accessible. More information, detailed directions, and online reservations at www.ospreycruise.com or call the Osprey at 609-898-3500. All trips depart from the Miss Chris Marina in Cape May. Free parking. Family-friendly. Preregistration is suggested. Cost: $38 members, $43 nonmembers, $25 Children (12 and under) REGISTER HERE