20 Oct 2013 - ... something fun to do we are offering special programs to do just that and keep you sane. On the off day
Friends of Whittemore Roving Nature Center PO Box 26 7 Rockaway Rd Oldwick, NJ 08859
Fall/Winter 2013 Brochure September-December
Schools Out Activity Ages 4-10
Kids Fun Days
From 9am-12pm From 9am-3pm
$25 $40
For those days when the kids are out of school and need something fun to do we are offering special programs to do just that and keep you sane. On the off days bring them to Whittemore for a Kids Fun Day, where we will explore outside, complete crafts, play games, and stay out of trouble. Space is limited so please pre-register. Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Friday Wednesday
September 2 September 3 September 4 September 5 September 6 October 4 October 9
Fireflies Trees Deer Snakes Rabbits Beetles Birds
Tuesday Thursday Friday Monday Monday Tuesday Wednesday
October 15 November 7 November 8 November 11 December 30 December 31 January 1
Wolves Earthworms Squirrels Fish Owls Salamanders Hidden Lives
Wee Walkers
Ages 1 & up with an adult 10-11am $9 per session or $50 for all 7 sessions Explore nature and discover the basics during this fun and entertaining nature series just for the wee ones. We will engage the senses and expand the horizons. Attend as many sessions as you like, fee is per child. A parent or adult must accompany children on the program. Program will last for 45 minutes to 1 hour based on the children’s attention span and the weather. Wild Water Fall Colors Nature’s Gifts Wednesday September 4 Wednesday October 16 Wednesday December 11 Thursday September 5 Thursday October 17 Thursday December 12 Terrific Trees Wednesday September 18 Thursday September 19
Costume Party Wednesday October 30 Thursday October 31
Nature Sounds Wednesday October 2 Thursday October 3
Tracking Wednesday November 13 Thursday November 14
Ages 4-10
Parent’s Night Out 6-9pm
$20 per child
Need a night away? Bring the kids to us for a 3 hour break. We will play nature related games, do crafts, play outside, read books, watch movies, gaze at the stars, eat snacks and just have fun in this more relaxed atmosphere designed to give you some time. Each month will be something new. Please pre-register. Friday, September 13 Friday, October 18
E-Mail list We have a new mailing list. If you would like to receive monthly newsletters from the Roving Nature Center please sign up on our website, www.whittemorewildlife.org or email
[email protected]. We promise to keep emails to ourselves and not to flood your inbox with too much information.
Friday, November 8 Friday, December 20
Please let us know how we are doing. Our mission is to provide nature education in nature for the suronding communities for adults and children alike. It is important that we hear from you on what we are doing well, what we can imporove on and what you would like us to see different or inaddition. Comments can be sent to
[email protected].
Free Monthly Activity Sheet Pick up your activity sheet each month from the Bulletin Board next to the center or print if off from our website. Activities may include a scavenger hunt, word games, pictures, etc. Complete all the activities and return it to the center drop box (silver, next to the door) or mail it in by the end of each month to claim your prize. Activities will be variable for ages 3-10.
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Starts September 1st.
Volunteers Wanted: If you are interest in volunteering for The Roving Nature Center or the Whittemore Wildlife Sanctuary as an individual or as a group, please contact Joy Logan at
[email protected].
Group Programs We offer group programs for scouts, schools, birthday parties, meet up groups, clubs and friends. Programs are geared toward meeting the group’s goals and are written specifically for that one time program. Topics include but are not limited to:
Wildlife (specific or general) Plants Habitats
Stream search Trees Weather
Pond wildlife Tracks Forest Safety
You can come to Whittemore Wildlife Sanctuay or we can come to you. Contact
[email protected] for more information.
Survivalist Weekend
We want to say a big
Age 9-13 $110 per child Drop off: Saturday, November 2 at 9 am Pick up: Sunday, November 3 at noon
Can you survive the Whittemore Wildlife Sanctuary’s Challenge? Come Saturday morning prepared to camp and survive the elements until Sunday at noon. Then to all our past, present and we will celebrate with the Award Ceremony. Participants will face challenges that must be passed in order future patrons. We value your to survive. Points will be awarded based on completed support, service, and trust. tasks. During the fun campers will provide themselves Be on the look out for our new membership program established with shelter, fire, food, clean water, first aid, and will to provide you with even more benefits. work as a team to ensure no one is left behind.
Night Hike
Sunday October 20 5:45-7:15 pm $5 per person For all ages Discover night noises and wildlife as you learn who is active while we are sleeping. Program is for all ages, children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Please pre-register.
Register By Mail Today On-line Registration will open on Audust 20, 2013.
Celebrate Fall
Saturday October 12 10am-3pm Free Family Fun We have fall nature walks, scarecrow making, contests, pumpkins from GROW, apple bobbing, acorn tosses, popcorn catching, and much more. Come anytime, donations are accepted. Watch the website for more details.
Holiday Gift Certificates Available Purchase gift certificates good for any program or special event offered at the Roving Nature Center. They make great gifts for Holidays, Birthdays, or even for an annaversary to a Parent’s Night Out. Purchase can be made by contacting Joy Logan at
[email protected]
Winter Wonderland
Sunday December 8 1-3pm All Ages $10 per child, parents attend free Come out for another exciting year of holiday fun at Whittemore. We will have cookies with Mrs. Claus, stories by the fire, hot cider and chocolate, bird feeder crafts, gift and card creation, and a winter wildlife walk at 3pm back to the parking lot. Preregistration encouraged by not requited.
Pickin’ Party November 23 1-3pm
Volunteer your time to pick greenery and pine cones for the Friends of Whittemore’s annual wreath sale. This is an event for ages 14 and over. Childcare will be provided free of charge to adult volunteers. Thank you for helping.
Holiday Wreath & Decoration Sale This anticipated annual sale is almost here. Pre-order yours right away by emailing
[email protected] of sending in the form found at www.whittemorewildlife. org. Wreaths can be ready for delivery as early as December 1. The price of the wreaths is $30. The centerpieces are $15, 25 & 30 (single taper, pillar candle & double tapers) and the boxwood trees (undecorated) are $25.
Recycle Sale
Art Exhibit
Save your unwanted items for our first ever recycle sale in the spring. Donations will be accepted beginning February 3, 2014. The Recycle sale will be held the last weekend of March. Items not sold at the sale will be re-donated to local charities and non-profits organizations. So plan to bring your goods before the sale and shop the day of. All proceeds will go to support the Friends of Whittemore and The Roving Nature Center’s environmental educational efforts.
Look for our Art Exhibit focusing on the natural environment coming the end of January. We are currently looking for artists of all ages and talents to show their work. If you would like to display your pieces please contact
[email protected]. This event will be free for the public to attend, donations will be accepted.
Contact Joy Logan at
[email protected] or visit our website at whittemorewildlife.org Phone number: 908-439-1201, please leave a message. We are looking forward to a Fantastic Fall!
Registration Form
Please fill out the form below to register for programs with The Roving Nature Center. If you have any questions, problems, or concerns about registration, please email
[email protected].
Participant’s Name: Age: DOB: / / Medical Conditions, Allergies, Accommodations: Participant’s Name: Age: DOB: / / Medical Conditions, Allergies, Accommodations: Participant’s Name: Age: DOB: / / Medical Conditions, Allergies, Accommodations: Primary Contact Name: Address: Phone: Email:
Please add
[email protected] to your address book, I will be using email to send information on programs.
Do you want to be added to our newsletter email list? Alternate Contact for emergencies: Program name
date
cost
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Waiver: I, for myself or as parent or guardian, hereby assume all the risks and hazards incidental to the conduct of the activities and transportation to and from the activities. I release, absolve, and indemnify The Friends of Whittemore, employees, volunteers, contractors and/or sponsors from all risks and hazards associated with the activities and in the event of injury, do expressly waive all claims against them. I understand that no insurance coverage is provided by The Friends of Whittemore T/A The Roving Nature Center. By registering for this program, I understand and agree that if a portion of the program is unable to be completed due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, I will receive a prorated credit on my account for the uncompleted portion of the program. I authorize and permit the children named above to be included in photographs that may be used for display in local publications or in marketing materials promoting The Roving Nature Center.
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Mail with payment to The Roving Nature Center, PO Box 26, Oldwick, NJ 08858 or
