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Multi-Session Programs
for everyone!
We Are Nature's Team -
W.A.N.T.
Mondays, Nov 16th through Dec 14th
3:30pm - 5:15pm
Join our team and be in the forefront of nature protectors! Poricy Park's experienced and trained instructors will lead
nature explorations and instill an appreciation of nature through experiements, crafts, and hands-on activities. Team size
is limited, so please register early to give your child the healthy benefits that outdoors and nature exploration provides.
Meet at the Nature Center
Fee: Paid registration required minimum of one week prior to session attending
For each individual session:
Members $13.50/session; Non members $15/session
It's Still Happening!
3rd Tuesday of the Month
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Taking a December break. We will resume in January! See you then!!!
Knitting Bee
Tuesdays, Nov 24th & Dec 1st & 15th
7:00pm - 8:00 pm
It's time to create that special homemade gift! We will teach everyone from the "never held a knitting needle" person
to experienced knitters who would like to knit in the company of other knitters and everyone in-between. From knit and purl
to textured patterns, you can learn! All levels of knitters will be advised upon registration as to what they need to bring.
Not necessary to commit to all sessions. Meet at Nature Center -Must pre-register at least one week
prior to each session.
Trail Blazers
Trail Blazers is on going. For more info or call the Nature Center 732-842-5966. Community
Service Opportunity
We can also arrange special service projects for your group!
Thank you to all who save trees and trails! The park's
trails have never looked better. Keep up the great work!
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Special One-Day programs
for people of all ages!
November/December Programs
Program Fees and other info at bottom of page.
Friday, November 27th
10am-11am
Walk away from the leftovers in your refrigerator and join us for
a relaxed nature hike through the scenic Poricy Park trails. We will look around and see what is 'left over' from the growing
season and discover nature's seasonal wonders! Please pre-register so that we know you are coming! Appropriate for all ages.
Meet at the Nature Center.
Nature Scavenger Hunt
Sunday, December 6th
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Use the power of observation to find all of the items on our special list. No need
to bring a collection bag because you will leave all the things you observe for the next person! We’ll provide you with
the special list and a map. Don’t be late – time is limited! Please pre-register so we know you are coming!
Meet at the Nature
Center
Bird
House Décor!
Tuesday, December 8th
7:00pm – 8:30pm
Learn the fun technique of decoupage & embellish a wooden birdhouse! Houses are
5”-7” tall; styles vary; house is for indoor décor only. We supply everything you’ll need, just bring your
creativity! Appropriate for tweens through adults. Reservations required.
Meet at the Nature Center
Fee: $10 members; $15
non-members
Home-Baked Gingerbread Houses!
Sunday, December 13th
1:00pm – 2:30pm
Our talented and experienced Eileen Beaumont will share her recipes, fresh home-baked gingerbread and decorating ‘secrets’ with YOU. You will take home your own sweet treat
unlike any other ever created. We recommend each person create their very own masterpiece. Each home-baked house measures
approximately 3 ¼ inches long by 3
¼ inches tall by 2 ¾ inches wide prior to decorating. Appropriate for ages 7 to 107 (all children must be accompanied &
supervised by an adult) Your Registration is needed!!!
Meet at the Nature Center
Fee per house: $25 members;
$30 non-members
Registration required by December
7th
Historic
Murray Farmhouse
Candlelight
Reception
Saturday, December 26th
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Join us for this traditional favorite and relax. Time to let the busyness go. We’ll pour you a cup
of warm cider while you enjoy the sweet sounds of our minstrel Tony Sloan! Walk-ins welcome, yet pre-registration is highly
encouraged!
Meet at the Murray
Farmhouse
The Art of Nature
2-Day Workshop for K through 5th grade
Tuesday, Dec 29th &
Wednesday, Dec 30th
Exciting NEW program offered collaboratively
with
the Middletown
Arts Center
Nature has always been a recurring theme in art around the world.
Whatever art medium you choose, the wonders of nature remain a constant source of inspiration. The Art of Nature program
will have a two day focus on the importance of nature and art together. Spend Tuesday, Dec 29th at Poricy Park exploring
natural wonders through hikes and activities with a trained guide. (Please dress appropriately for the weather.)
Then on Wednesday, Dec 30th participants will meet at Middletown Arts Center and create imaginative and inspired works of
art that echo the beauty experienced the day prior.
Registration Required by 12/21/09
Fee: $70 members (either organization);
$85 non-members
Summer Camp in December
Wednesday, December 30th 9:30am-12:30am
Attention
campers & winter adventurers! Do you
want to experience the fun adventures of Poricy Park Summer Camp prior registering for Summer 2010 camps? Now is the
time. Replace the chill in the air with the warmth of camp friendships. Activities planned include winter hikes, stories by
the fire, themed crafts plus more. Perfect for ages 5-11.
Meet at the Nature Center - Must Pre-Register
Fee: $30 members; $36 non-members
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Community Program Fees
Poricy Park Conservancy strives to provide quality programs at a reasonable cost to our visitors.
Your generous contributions assist us in sustaining our operation. Unless otherwise noted, recommended program donations are
$3 for members and $5 for non-members.
Pre-Registration is requested for all programs unless noted otherwise, allowing us to plan
supplies and instructor coverage accordingly. Although walk-in registration the day of the program is available, a program
will be cancelled if the pre-registration minimum is not met the day before.
Please ask us if you are in doubt of age appropriateness of any program. All children must
be accompanied by an adult.
Programs are held rain or shine so please dress accordingly.
*Community Program registration forms can be found on the Registration Forms page*
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