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Learn to Play Wingspan!
FeaturedNature Center of Cape May 1600 Delaware Avenue, Cape May, NJ, United StatesJoin our tutorial game day and learn how to play Wingspan! Join our tutorial game day and learn how to play Wingspan! Wingspan is a popular, fun, nature-oriented board game chock full of bird facts and beautiful bird illustrations. Our tutorial session will focus on a review of game objectives, setup, player actions, and goals. No experience necessary. Recommended for adults due to the required reading ability, strategizing, and understanding of rules. After our session, join us for a half-hour walk around the Nature Center gardens and Cape May Harbor beach in search of bird species featured in the game. Loaner binoculars will be available. WHERE: Nature Center of Cape May, 1600 Delaware Avenue, Cape May, NJ. WHEN: Saturday October 3rd, 1pm-3pm COST: $10 NJA members, $15 nonmembers Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member Today! CANCELLATION POLICY: 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
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Fall Migration Bird Walks
Lorrimer Sanctuary 790 Ewing Avenue, Franklin Lakes, NJ, United StatesJoin us at Lorimer Sanctuary to observe and identify birds that are on their fall migration journeys! Led by Teacher Naturalist Toni Stober This is an all-ages event, not a drop off program: children must have an accompanying adult if under 16 years old. You must register if you wish to attend. This event will be held in-person at Lorrimer Sanctuary. RAIN DATE: Sunday October 11th @ 9:00 am COST: $5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Dress for the weather. This program is entirely outdoors. 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
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NJ Audubon: Morning Walk at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary
New Jersey Audubon's Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesEnjoy a quiet morning here at the Sanctuary walking the trails with an NJ Audubon staff or Associate Naturalist. These walks are informal and informative: birds, trees, tracks, wildflowers, reptiles, and amphibians are a few of nature’s wonders waiting for us to discover. The walks are cancelled if there is snow, rain, or weather warnings. There will be no walk 9/5, 10/3, and 11/28. Registration required by 3:00 PM the day before the walk. COST: Free for members, $5 nonmembers. Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please bring binoculars if you have them. Loaner binoculars will be available. 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
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NJ Audubon: Rutgers University Ecological Preserve Birder’s Walk
FeaturedRutgers University Ecological Preserve 83 Rockafeller Rd, Piscataway, NJ, United StatesLed by Jeremy Cohen, Associate Naturalist Join us at the Rutgers Ecological Preserve and Natural Teaching Area for a fall bird walk. The preserve is 316 acres of woodlands, wetlands, and meadows. Migration is the time of the highest bird diversity, and we expect to see or hear 30 – 40 or more bird species. Expect to walk about 1.5 miles on flat trails, but please wear shoes that can handle some light mud. Free parking is available by required special permit; parking permit link provided in program registration confirmation email. Please bring your own binoculars, and spotting scope if desired. Registration required. Walk-ins will not be permitted to participate. Ticket sale ends 10/09 at 4:00 PM. COST: $15 members, $20 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
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Release and Return: A Woman’s Mindfulness River Walk
FeaturedScherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Rd, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesLed by Diana Lapp, Inner Strength Counseling Services, LLC Take a mindful pause in nature and reconnect with yourself on this two-hour guided river walk for women. Beginning with grounding breathwork and meditation, you’ll then embark on a silent, slow-paced hike to the river, noticing sights, sounds, and sensations along the trail. Using the ACT-based “Leaves on a Stream” metaphor (ACT-Acceptance Commitment Therapy), each participant will collect a fallen leaf to symbolically release worries, self-doubt, or recurring thoughts into the flowing water. Journaling prompts and optional group conversation will help integrate the experience and explore new ways of relating to thoughts and stress. The walk concludes with a mindful return to the trailhead, giving you space to carry the calm and clarity back into daily life. Reconnect, reflect, and let go — your calm awaits by the river. What to bring: Water, appropriate footwear, and an optional blanket or mat. Journals and pens will be provided. Note: We move at the pace of the slowest hiker, so the walk’s end time may vary slightly. COST: $25 per participant. $5 from each registration will be donated to New Jersey Audubon in support of their conservation efforts and stewardship of local wildlife habitats. By participating, attendees are not only investing in their own well-being but also contributing to the preservation of the natural spaces that make reflection, restoration, and connection possible. Nature offers us space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect. Supporting New Jersey Audubon helps protect these sacred outdoor spaces so future generations can continue to gather, learn, and heal in nature. 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
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Awesome Autumn Sundays
Lorrimer Sanctuary 790 Ewing Avenue, Franklin Lakes, NJ, United StatesJoin us at Lorrimer Sanctuary for drop-in programs on Sunday mornings. Perfect for kids and families! We are welcoming and embracing the fall season with different activities every week that include art projects, nature walks, and more! Led by Teacher Naturalist Toni Stober SCHEDULE: October 11th: Luscious Leaves and Fall Foliage! October 25th: Brilliant Bats! November 1st: Pumpkins! November 8th: Cozy Morning Story Time! November 15th: Animal Hibernation! November 22nd: Giving Thanks for Thanksgiving! COST: One Family $5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Price of tickets are per one family. This is not a drop off program: children must have an accompanying adult if under 16 years old. These events may be both indoors and outdoors, please dress appropriately for the weather. 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
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NJ Audubon: Morning Walk at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary
New Jersey Audubon's Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesEnjoy a quiet morning here at the Sanctuary walking the trails with an NJ Audubon staff or Associate Naturalist. These walks are informal and informative: birds, trees, tracks, wildflowers, reptiles, and amphibians are a few of nature’s wonders waiting for us to discover. The walks are cancelled if there is snow, rain, or weather warnings. There will be no walk 9/5, 10/3, and 11/28. Registration required by 3:00 PM the day before the walk. COST: Free for members, $5 nonmembers. Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please bring binoculars if you have them. Loaner binoculars will be available. 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
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NJ Audubon: Morning Walk at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary
New Jersey Audubon's Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesEnjoy a quiet morning here at the Sanctuary walking the trails with an NJ Audubon staff or Associate Naturalist. These walks are informal and informative: birds, trees, tracks, wildflowers, reptiles, and amphibians are a few of nature’s wonders waiting for us to discover. The walks are cancelled if there is snow, rain, or weather warnings. There will be no walk 9/5, 10/3, and 11/28. Registration required by 3:00 PM the day before the walk. COST: Free for members, $5 nonmembers. Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please bring binoculars if you have them. Loaner binoculars will be available. 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
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Awesome Autumn Sundays
Lorrimer Sanctuary 790 Ewing Avenue, Franklin Lakes, NJ, United StatesJoin us at Lorrimer Sanctuary for drop-in programs on Sunday mornings. Perfect for kids and families! We are welcoming and embracing the fall season with different activities every week that include art projects, nature walks, and more! Led by Teacher Naturalist Toni Stober SCHEDULE: October 11th: Luscious Leaves and Fall Foliage! October 25th: Brilliant Bats! November 1st: Pumpkins! November 8th: Cozy Morning Story Time! November 15th: Animal Hibernation! November 22nd: Giving Thanks for Thanksgiving! COST: One Family $5 IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Price of tickets are per one family. This is not a drop off program: children must have an accompanying adult if under 16 years old. These events may be both indoors and outdoors, please dress appropriately for the weather. 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
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NJ Audubon: Morning Walk at Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary
New Jersey Audubon's Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary 11 Hardscrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ, United StatesEnjoy a quiet morning here at the Sanctuary walking the trails with an NJ Audubon staff or Associate Naturalist. These walks are informal and informative: birds, trees, tracks, wildflowers, reptiles, and amphibians are a few of nature’s wonders waiting for us to discover. The walks are cancelled if there is snow, rain, or weather warnings. There will be no walk 9/5, 10/3, and 11/28. Registration required by 3:00 PM the day before the walk. COST: Free for members, $5 nonmembers. Interested in becoming a member? Please click on the following link to learn more or join: Become a Member today! IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Please bring binoculars if you have them. Loaner binoculars will be available. 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