Registration onine or by mail is required for all programs unless otherwise stated. You are not registered until payment has been received. All registration is on a first come, first served basis. In the event of cancellation, your payment will be refunded only if we are notified at least 5 business days before the scheduled program.To register and pay online by credit card select member or non-member and click the add to cart button to go to the Flat Rock Brook payment page on Paypal. Please provide your telephone number so that we can reach you in the event that a program must be cancelled. To register by mail print the Program Registration Form and mail it along with your payment to Flat Rock Brook.
Project Feeder Watch
Sunday, December 11, 2:30 - 4:00 p.m.
For adults and children 6 and older
Ever wanted to learn the names of the birds around your house but haven’t been able to go on a bird walk? This program is designed for all types of birders. Each winter, Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology uses amateur “citizen scientists” with bird feeders to gather vital information about bird populations. Join us for an indoor program to learn how to identify and tally the birds at our feeders and be a part of this important project. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. Members only may register by email for this program. Nonmembers enter your telephone number and click the Add to Cart button below. Free for members, $5 per person non-members.
Winter Toddler Times
Tuesdays, December 13, January 17, February 14
Thursdays, December 15, January 19, February 16
4:00 - 4:45 p.m.
For children ages 2-5 with parent or adult
These 45 minute programs are designed for the little ones. Each session will be held here at the Nature Center, and will include a story and interactive activity. Come and join us for the fun!
Pre-registration online or by mail is required. Per child, per class cost: $5 members, $8 non-members.
Christmas Bird Count
A Nature Program Co-op Event
Saturday, December 17, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
For adults and teens
Join local birders and our staff as we do our part to count all the birds at Flat Rock Brook as part of the National Audubon Society’s annual nationwide Christmas Bird Count. We’ll go out in small groups to search sections of the park and identify different species of birds. Maybe we can even find the elusive Great Horned Owl! Afterwards, enjoy hot refreshments at the Nature Center as we tally the results. Dress for cold weather. We go rain or shine! Bring binoculars or borrow ours. Bring lunch. Beginners welcome. No need to register. Free.
Winter Survivor
Sunday, January 8, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
For families with children 10 and older
Do you have what it takes to survive in the wilderness in winter? Join Flat Rock Brook educators and see if you can “Survive Flat Rock” by building your own shelters and finding things in the wilds of Flat Rock that could help you stay alive, and those things to avoid. Our reward? Cocoa and treats to help us warm up after the program. Dress for the weather and please register early. Pre-registration online or by mail is required.
$5 per person for members, $8 non-members.
Holiday Hikes
Martin Luther King Day: Monday, January 16
Presidents’ Day: Monday, February 20
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
For adults and children 9 and older
Celebrate the winter holidays with hike leader Geneva Warrick by taking a beautiful hike through the Flat Rock woods. Each hike is approximately 2-3 miles in length depending on the group’s pace. Dress for the weather.
No need to register. Free for members, $5 non-members.
Eagle Watching on the Hudson River
Sunday, January 22, 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
For families with children 10 and older
Meet naturalists from area Nature Centers for a full day of Bald Eagle watching. The search will take us up the Hudson and across the New York border, with possible stops at Bear Mountain, Croton Point, and George’s Point. Dress for the weather and bring your best optics. Last year’s highlights included over 100 eagles of varying ages and fun had by all! Meet off-site; directions sent upon registration. Please register early as we have limited space!
Pre-registration online or by mail is required. $15 members, $20 non-members (includes handouts).
Owl Howl Night Hike
Tuesday, February 7, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
For families with children 9 and older
What is an owl pellet, and how are they made? How does an owl fly silently, and are they really “wise”? Join us for an interactive indoor owl program followed by a hike to look for these elusive nocturnal beings in the park. Learn how to hoot like an owl and then warm up inside with hot chocolate!
Pre-registration online or by mail is required. $5 members, $8 non-members.
The Great Backyard Bird Count
Sunday, February 19, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
For adults and children 8 and older
Be a “Citizen Scientist” and participate in this national bird research project. Learn to identify New Jersey’s winter birds and then take a guided walk to identify and count all the birds we can find. Our data will be used by scientists at the Cornell Laboratory of Ornithology to analyze bird populations. Bring binoculars or borrow ours. Hot Cocoa and tea served after to warm us up! No need to register. Free for members, $5 non-members.
Winter Camp
Tuesday, February 21 - Friday, February 24
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
For children ages 6-8
Join our super camp staff for a great week out in the wilds of Flat Rock! We’ll explore all aspects of winter, complete cool, fun activities, and play out of this world nature games. Space is limited, so gear up for some winter fun! Be sure to dress appropriately and bring lunch! Pre-registration online or by mail is required.
Per child: $150 members, $175 non-members.
Back to top