Visit us in our Exhibit Room this month to learn all about sustainability. What does it mean to be sustainable? How can you be more sustainable in your daily life? AND we will have some special guests visiting us this month to talk about sustainable practices.
Join us:
-Sunday, February 18th at 10:30. Catie and Ian from Garden State Compost will have a table in our Nature Center.
-Sunday, February 25th from 10am-12pm. Tina Solak from the Refill Market will have a table in our Nature Center.
Come on out and learn with us! Exhibit is free with admission. Open 10am-4pm daily.
This weekend, February 16-19, 2024, is the Great Backyard Bird Count. Come out to the refuge for a special craft in the Nature Center and complete a bird tally sheet along the trail to help in the count. Winter is the perfect time to go “birding!” Included with the price of admission. No registration needed!
This weekend, February 16-19, 2024, is the Great Backyard Bird Count. Come out to the refuge for a special craft in the Nature Center and complete a bird tally sheet along the trail to help in the count. Winter is the perfect time to go “birding!” Included with the price of admission. No registration needed!
Join us for this fun beginner birding program for children and adults alike. This weekend, February 16-19, 2024, is the Great Backyard Bird Count. Why not celebrate by starting a new hobby or learning more about bird ID? We’ll go over basic ID tips, test out our skills at Cedar Run’s bird feeders and on the trail, and give a tutorial on how to record your data via the E-Bird website. 9:00-10:30am. Suitable for ages 8 and up. $15/non-member adult, $10/non-member child, members free. Pricing includes Refuge admission. Advanced registration required.
Not a member, but want to be? Check out our membership page.
Please no birthday parties or scout programs for these events. If you are interested in hosting a birthday party or scout program at Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, please check out our website links for Birthday Parties & Scout Programs.
This weekend, February 16-19, 2024, is the Great Backyard Bird Count. Come out to the refuge for a special craft in the Nature Center and complete a bird tally sheet along the trail to help in the count. Winter is the perfect time to go “birding!” Included with the price of admission. No registration needed!
Join us for this fun beginner birding program for children and adults alike. This weekend, February 16-19, 2024, is the Great Backyard Bird Count. Why not celebrate by starting a new hobby or learning more about bird ID? We’ll go over basic ID tips, test out our skills at Cedar Run’s bird feeders and on the trail, and give a tutorial on how to record your data via the E-Bird website. 9:00-10:30am. Suitable for ages 8 and up. $15/non-member adult, $10/non-member child, members free. Pricing includes Refuge admission. Advanced registration required.
Not a member, but want to be? Check out our membership page.
Please no birthday parties or scout programs for these events. If you are interested in hosting a birthday party or scout program at Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, please check out our website links for Birthday Parties & Scout Programs.
Visit us in our Nature Center today at 10:30am to talk with Catie and Ian from Garden State Compost!
Ever been curious about composting? What it means? How it works? Bring your questions to Cedar Run on Sunday February 18th to talk with Catie and Ian about composting. They are even running a special promotion for the month of February. Catie and Ian will donate $10 to Cedar Run when you signup for a composting pickup plan with them.
Go to their website at www.gardenstatecomposting.com choose a pickup plan, and enter the code CEDARRUN at checkout in the ‘how did you hear about us’ section. There’s never been a better time to start your sustainability journey!
This weekend, February 16-19, 2024, is the Great Backyard Bird Count. Come out to the refuge for a special craft in the Nature Center and complete a bird tally sheet along the trail to help in the count. Winter is the perfect time to go “birding!” Included with the price of admission. No registration needed!
To celebrate National Wildlife Day, we’ll have a fun visit with one of our resident ambassadors! Grab your lunch and come on over to hang out with a mystery feathered, scaly or furry friend. Questions welcome! 12:00pm. Suitable for all ages. This is a free program included with daily admission or membership, but donations to support our work are always welcome! Advanced registration required. This event will take place INSIDE our Community Room so space is limited. Those not pre-registered will be on a first come, first served basis.
Please no birthday parties or scout programs for these events. If you are interested in hosting a birthday party or scout program at Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, please check out our website links for Birthday Parties & Scout Programs.
Questions? Email education@cedarrun.org for more info.
Join us in out Nature Center Sunday February 25th from 10am-12pm to chat with Tina from the Refill Market!
Tina owns the The Refill Market, a “zero waste” store in Haddon Township. Selling everything from personal products to cleaners and detergent, Tina is on a mission to help us cut down on single use plastics! Come on in and talk with her about how you can make your daily routine more sustainable!
Winter is often the best time of the year to locate owls in the forest as they are in the midst of nesting season. Program begins at the Outdoor Pavilion (with heaters!) for an up-close experience with our resident owls followed by a hike on the trail in search of our local species. Please dress accordingly and wear comfortable shoes. No flashlights, please. 5:30-7:00pm. Suitable for ages 8 and up. $15/adult, $10/child. Advanced registration required. This program will fill up!
Please no birthday parties or scout programs for these events. If you are interested in hosting a birthday party or scout program at Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, please check out our website links for Birthday Parties & Scout Programs.
This event is now full.
What will you do with your “extra” day?! A trip to Cedar Run?! Cedar Run is offering free admission to first 29 paying visitors on Leap Day. We hope to see you spending the day HERE in Nature!
Come out for an Junior Owl Prowl focused on our youngest owl enthusiasts! This program is geared toward children pre-K through 2nd grade (with an adult), but older siblings are welcome to join too. Program begins with an up-close experience with our resident owls followed by a hike on the trail in search of our local species. Please dress for the weather as the program is largely outside. 5:30-7:00pm. $10/person, ages 3 and under free. Advanced registration required. This program will fill up!
Please no birthday parties or scout programs for these events. If you are interested in hosting a birthday party or scout program at Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge, please check out our website links for Birthday Parties & Scout Programs.
This event is now full!
Ages 11-13
NEW for 2023! For older students we will be running 4-week sessions in October, November, March, April and May. We also hold a Family Night Hike in February.
2023-2024 Dates and Themes:
- September – NO CLASSES
- 10/10, 10/17, 10/24 and 10/31 – Misunderstood Animals
- 11/7, 11/14, 11/21 and 11/28 – The Fungi Kingdom
- December – NO CLASSES
- January – NO CLASSES
- 2/14 or 2/15 – SPECIAL SESSION: Family Night Hike (*5:30-7:00pm) – Register Here
- 3/5, 3/12, 3/19 and 3/26 – All About Plants
- 4/2, 4/9, 4/16 and 4/23 – Crazy for Conservation
- 5/7, 5/14, 5/21 and 5/28 – Our Blue Planet
- June – NO CLASSES
All classes run from 2:00-4:00pm.
The fee is $60 per child per 4-week session. You must sign-up for all classes within a session.
Homeschool Series Payment
Important Information:
Registration
Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Please register each child separately. NOTE: Sessions that are FULL, or cancelled due to low numbers, will be removed from the sign-up list.
Payment
Due to the overwhelming demand for our classes and numerous last minute cancellations. We require that all classes will require prepayment at the time of registration. We will be unable to provide refunds or credits for changes in schedules/personal conflicts or other personal reasons. However, in the event of a class cancellation by Cedar Run, due to inclement weather or otherwise, we will offer all registrants a credit towards the next month’s class or a fee refund.
Drop-off
Drop-offs are available for homeschool classes. Please be punctual, as your child may miss some vital information at the start if they are late, and may also cause a distraction for those who are on time.
All parents are welcome to stay and enjoy our grounds and Nature Center while your child is in class or leave the grounds and return at the end of the session.
Please note: Parents are also required to sign a release form once per school year so we have emergency contact information for all children. The form will be emailed to you after registration or can be completed at your first class.
Parents
You are welcome to attend any and all classes with your children and act as a chaperone. If you choose to attend, we would like to stress the importance of your active participation. We also ask that you turn off all cell phones and other distractions for the duration of the visit.
If you decide to stay and observe your child’s class and your child has a younger sibling that is not enrolled in our program, please make sure that he or she is not being disruptive to the other children. If we find a younger sibling is being disruptive to the class, we may ask you to excuse yourself from our program.
Weather
Classes will be held exclusively outdoors, even if weather is inclement. Only snow closings of the Medford Twp School District will cancel our classes. Please be sure your child is adequately prepared for weather conditions including rain, snow, sun, cold, and heat.
Pick-up
If you will not be attending the class, be sure to pick your child up on time as well. Educators often have other assignments right after your class and are not available to supervise children waiting for rides.
Expected Behavior
Please prepare your child by helping him or her to understand appropriate group learning behavior. Raising hands before shouting out questions or ideas, taking turns, staying with the group, and being respectful to class-mates and teachers will be essential for a productive learning experience.
Questions/Concerns?
Email our Education Department at education@cedarrun.org
Happy Member Appreciation Week!
Join us Member Appreciation Week where members will receive and additional 5% off purchases in our Nature Center Giftshop for a total of 15% off all week long!
* Members will receive a code to apply this discount to our online store as well at shop.cedarrun.org
*discount applies to purchases of $5 or more
Not a member but want to join in the fun? Click here to join our flock!
