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Programs at Rancocas Nature Center
Children's Nature Series



The Children's Nature Series offers unique programs for children from age two and a half to age twelve. 

Little Sprouts, ages 2.5 to 4, spend time in the Children's Victory Garden with parent or caregiver learning about how things grow and what can be found in a garden.

Nature Toddlers, ages 3-5, with parent or caregiver discover nature through short hikes, songs, games, and crafts.

Nature Explorers, ages 5.5 and above, hike trails focusing on seasonal topics.  Parents may also participate. 

 Each group meets on the same day of the week at the same time for 3 to 5 times.  Click here for the schedule and fees. 

All Ages



Programs for all ages depending on the season may include any of the following: 

Walking Rancocas trails with a naturalist

Finding fungi with the New Jersey Mycological Association

Viewing butterflies and birds in gardens and meadows

Maple sugaring 

Hiking during a full moon 

Participating locally in national events

Click here for dates and fees.  Become a member of New Jersey Audubon and receive discounted fees on all programs and nature store merchandise. 

Adult Programs


Adults only nature activities at Rancocas may include:

Monthly morning bird walks at Rancocas

Burlington County's botanical diversity

Tour of private butterfly gardens in Burlington County

Birding field trips at a wide range of sites 

Other

Click here for dates and fees.  Become a member of NJ Audubon and receive discounted fees.

Summer Day Camps


What would summertime be without outdoor fun?  At the New Jersey Audubon Rancocas Nature Center there is always something new to discover on the trails. Reserve a space for your child or grandchild for Summer 2012 and guarantee that they have an exciting summer exploring New Jersey wildlife in Rancocas' meadows, forests, and streams.  

All New Jersey Audubon summer nature camps are staffed by experienced environmental educators.  Each week's program is a mix of age appropriate educational and fun activities, including outdoor discovery hikes.  Class size is limited so sign up today!

For details including descriptions by grade levels and photos from former Summer Day Camps, click here.