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Art in the Marsh: Drawing Bare Trees in Snow

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

The lack of leaves on trees in the Abbott Marshlands allow you to find birds, notice more of the marsh and what's really happening. Reflect on the beauty of bare trees themselves... Join us for a brief walk to explore nearby trees and select a favorite to photograph and sketch inside the Tulpehaking Nature Center, […]

$15

Event Series Wednesday Watson Woods Walk

Wednesday Watson Woods Walk

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Enjoy an easy walk with our group as we observe the seasons change while exploring the beautiful trails of Roebling Park each week. Free Program. No registration is required. Meet in the Parking Lot near the Tulpehaking Nature Center

First Saturday Wellness Walk

D&R Canal Towpath - Scenic Overlook (Route 295)

We'll be looking for early signs of spring, including Bald Eagles tending their nest on this walk along the D&R Canal towpath. Join us on the First Saturday of each month to experience the health and wellness benefits of a walk in the outdoors. Program is free, but registration is required and opens Feb 15, […]

Free

Beginner Birdwatching

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Have you ever wondered about the birds that come to your feeder? Or soar through the sky? Our 4-part Beginner Birdwatching series will break down the steps to help you begin to identify some of our area's common birds. Registration includes all 4 sessions; each session will include time spent outdoors. Dress accordingly, bring binoculars […]

Event Series Wednesday Watson Woods Walk

Wednesday Watson Woods Walk

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Enjoy an easy walk with our group as we observe the seasons change while exploring the beautiful trails of Roebling Park each week. Free Program. No registration is required. Meet in the Parking Lot near the Tulpehaking Nature Center

Event Series Pearson History Lecture Series

Pearson History Lecture Series

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Join us for one of the presentations in this series commemorating the 250th birthday of the Isaac Pearson House, one of the grand mansions dotting the bluffs along the Abbott Marshlands. Co-sponsored by the Historical Society of Hamilton Township and Mercer County Park Commission. This event is free, register here for each session. Donations welcome.   […]

Free

Family Game Night

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Bring you’re A-game and gather at the nature center for quality family time! We will have games, an assortment of free snacks, beverages and freshly popped popcorn. We’ll fill the room with laughter and family friendly music. There will be a variety of board and card games to try. Age appropriate games are welcomed! Will […]

Fine Art Landscape and Nature Photography Exhibit – Opening Reception

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Highlighting the beauty of Joseph Bonaparte's Point Breeze and the Abbott Marshlands featuring Ann Darlington Photography Join us for the opening reception of Ann Darlington's Fine Art Landscape and Nature Photography Exhibit. Ann Darlington is a self taught landscape, nature photographer inspired by the beauty of the natural world. Using photography Ann is compelled to […]

CANCELLED TODAY! Wednesday Watson Woods Walk

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Enjoy an easy walk with our group as we observe the seasons change while exploring the beautiful trails of Roebling Park each week. Free Program. No registration is required. Meet in the Parking Lot near the Tulpehaking Nature Center.

Spring Clean up in the Marsh- Raindate from March 11!

Watson Woods 155 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Join the Friends for the Abbott Marshlands and the AmeriCorps Watershed Ambassadors for an Abbott Marshlands Cleanup!  Where? Roebling Memorial Park, 9:30AM – NOON. Follow directions to the Tulpehaking Nature Center at 157 Westcott Avenue, 08610. Enter the park and drive down the hill on the gravel road and follow it to the Watson Woods […]

Free

Beginner Birdwatching

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Have you ever wondered about the birds that come to your feeder? Or soar through the sky? Our 4-part Beginner Birdwatching series will break down the steps to help you begin to identify some of our area's common birds. Registration includes all 4 sessions; each session will include time spent outdoors. Dress accordingly, bring binoculars […]

Event Series Nature Under the Microscope

Nature Under the Microscope

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Explore nature up close, really close! We'll guide you through the use of a microscope to examine our collection of insects, butterfly wings, seeds, plus any natural treasures that you find while we explore outside the nature center. No registration needed, in English and Spanish.

Event Series Wednesday Watson Woods Walk

Wednesday Watson Woods Walk

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Enjoy an easy walk with our group as we observe the seasons change while exploring the beautiful trails of Roebling Park each week. Free Program. No registration is required. Meet in the Parking Lot near the Tulpehaking Nature Center

Senior’s Day: Bingo (Indoors)

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Senior's DayThursday, March 23: Bingo (indoors) Thursday, April 27: Spring Flower Planting (includes short hike and craft) Thursday, May 25: Gentle Bird Watching (includes short hike and craft) 2 - 4 pm Tulpehaking Nature Center Free, Ages 55+ Looking to mix up your daily routine? Come visit the Tulpehaking Nature Center on the fourth Thursday […]

Beaver Twilight Hike

Spring Lake @ Roebling Park 500 Sewell Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Come out at dusk to witness the secret world of nature's engineers. View a beaver lodge, a beaver dam, recognize beaver activity, and hopefully see an active beaver! Dress in layers and bring a flashlight. Registration needed, see https://www.mercercounty.org/departments/mercer-county-park-commission/naturalist-department for more details.

Postponed to Sunday March 26: Trail Opening at Bordentown Bluffs

Bordentown Bluffs Stanton Ave., Bordentown, NJ, United States

The Friends for the Abbott Marshlands have been "Busy on the Bluffs" over the last months improving a trail. Don't miss this opportunity to visit the Bordentown Bluffs in early Spring. We will celebrate the opening of the newly rerouted Bluffs trail by Deb Brockway and her dedicated team of volunteers. Enjoy the new views […]

Free
Event Series Fish Printing

Fish Printing

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Create fanciful fish with paint, brush, and paper through the ancient art of Gyotaku.

Event Series Gentle Yoga and Marsh Meditation

Gentle Yoga and Marsh Meditation

Tulpehaking Nature Center 157 Westcott Ave., Hamilton, NJ, United States

Enjoy a Gentle Yoga and Meditation the 4th Tuesday of each month led by accredited teacher Cathy Frank. Join us for a gentle, accessible yoga class that ends in a guided meditation practice to bring about a more healthy, relaxed state of body and mind. Both the yoga class and meditation can be done on […]

$5

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