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Spring Newsletter Open House There has been much work going on this winter at the Nature Center. My office moved, a new classroom was revamped, a library is budding and open to the public, and an exhibit room is coming to life.
Sunday, April 6 at 11 am Come out for this free Easter Egg Hunt. All ages are welcome. Please bring your own basket. Email
[email protected] for more information. You may even want to pack a picnic lunch and stay for the Book Reading of Broke Leg Bear at 1 pm.
Come out and see for yourself all the improvements and changes. If you are unable to make it to one of our special upcoming events, plan to stop by our Open House on April 10th from 3-7pm.
Volunteers and Summer Camp Staff Wanted We are always looking for volunteers to help out. The trails will need repaired and trimmed this spring and summer, Blue bird boxes need repaired and cleaned. And we are looking for summer camp volunteers. If you or your group is interested please email
[email protected]
Book Reading Sunday, April 6 from 1-2:30 Author and Illustrator will read this amazing true story. Have your copy signed and then learn what to do if you find injured or orphaned wildlife. Attendance is free, cost of the book is $18. A portion of the proceeds will go toward Whittemore's environmental education efforts and a portion will be donated to Woodlands Wildlife Refuge.
Become a Member Looking for an awesome Summer job. What could be more fun and inspiring than creating your own lesson plans and teaching young minds about the environment using hands on games, crafts and outdoor exploration. Must be 18. We also have an internship position open. Apply by emailing resume to
[email protected].
The Roving Nature Center at Whittemore Wildlife Sanctuary 7 Rockaway Rd, PO Box 26 Oldwick, NJ, 08858 908-439-1201
Support Environmental Education and Wildlife at Whittemore Wildlife Sanctuary by becoming a member today. As a non-profit, The Friends of Whittemore rely on donations, membership dues, and program fees to fund projects and keep the doors open. Your support is always appreciated. Thank You!
[email protected] www.WhittemoreWildlife.org See you in Nature!
Programs and Camps Please pre-register at www.WhittemoreWildlife.org or email
[email protected] before coming to any program as they will be cancelled if minimum registration is not met. Members who receive special discounts please check registration website for members only pricing. Please let me know if you have any questions at
[email protected]
Wee Walkers (ages 1 & up with an adult)
Parent's Night Out (Ages 4-10 $20 per child (sibling discount) 6-9pm Need a night away? Bring the kids to us for a 3 hour break. You can drop off and pick up anytime in that 3 hours. We will play nature related games, do crafts, play outside, read books, gaze at the stars, eat snacks and just have fun in this more relaxed atmosphere designed to give you some time. Friday, April 11 Friday, May 16 Friday, June 13
$8 per session 10-11am 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. April 2 or 3: Hands On April 16 or 17: Empowered Ears April 30 or May 1: Counting Crows
Spring Break Diary of a … Week (Age 4-10) April 14, 16 and 18 from 9am-noon ($25) or 9am-3pm ($40) each day Sign up for all 3 days from 9am-noon ($70) or 9am-3pm ($110) Monday, April 14: Diary of a Worm Wednesday, April 16: Diary of a Fly Friday, April 18: Diary of a Spider
Spring Falling Camp (Ages 4-10) April 21-25 from 9am-1pm for $125 We will fall into the world around us and look for things that trip animals up: poisonous plants and animals, predators, unexpected weather, and humans. Then we will see how they get back up as we explore how wildlife protect their selves and each other.
Summer Break Camps All Summer long we will keep your kids (ages 3-12) entertained and learning. For the full line-up with times and fees please see our registration website. www.WhittemoreWildlife.org Programs run from June 16—August 29. Spaces are limited and Early Registration discounts run through April 30. Before and Aftercare will be offered. Please email me with any questions or concerns and we will work hard to make getting your child in nature this summer easy.
[email protected]. This years camp topics will bring a whole new set of instructor written lesson plans and will include:
The Roving Nature Center at Whittemore Wildlife Sanctuary 7 Rockaway Rd, PO Box 26 Oldwick, NJ, 08858 908-439-1201
Mammal Week Solar Systems Once Upon a Time Signs Left Behind In the Deep Blue Doodlebugs Art Camps World of Dinos Games of the Past, Present & Future
Career Explorations Weather Warriors Miss Frizzle’s Grab Bag Bugs Among Us Wild Animal Atlas 101 Animal Secrets Revealed Wilderness 101 Summer Olympics—Breaking Records
[email protected] www.WhittemoreWildlife.org See you in Nature!
