BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects.
This month, we’ll be at Shuster Pond Preserve. To stay up to date, sign up as a volunteer and you’ll be added to our email list.
We always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellent.
We are celebrating our network of essential preserves with a special event at Brook Hollow Winery on October 23. Look forward to an evening of delicious plant-based food and drinks by Green Cart Catering, a 50/50 raffle with great prizes and live music from the incredible Lee Larson. We can't wait to see you!
Welcome the chilly weather with refreshments and an early afternoon surrounded by stunning fall foliage! Join us at Cedar Ridge Preserve to enjoy the vibrant autumn colors, take a leisurely hike, and learn about the trees, land preservation and natural beauty around you.
Please wear weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy shoes and tick spray.
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BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects.
This month, we’ll be at Cedar Ridge Preserve. To stay up to date, sign up as a volunteer and you’ll be added to our email list.
We always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellent.
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects.
This month, we’ll be at Sunset Ridge Preserve. To stay up to date, sign up as a volunteer and you’ll be added to our email list.
We always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellent.
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects.
This month, we’ll be at Limestone Ridge Preserve marking and clearing trails. To stay up to date, sign up as a volunteer and you’ll be added to our email list.
We always recommend you bring water. Please wear clothes for painting, gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellent.
Learn about your woods from experts in ecology in a supportive environment. We’ll explore ecology, forest stewardship, preservation, landscaping with native plants & more. Other activities include forest walks, a campfire and mindfulness exercises.
Learn more about our WaTW program & hear from past participants here.
This year’s program is at capacity. Please join the waitlist below.
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects.
This month, we’ll be at Dark Moon Preserve. To stay up to date, sign up as a volunteer and you’ll be added to our email list.
We always recommend you bring water. Please wear long sleeves, gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellent.
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects. This month, we’ll be at Limestone Ridge Preserve removing invasive species, clearing trails, and marking trails.
To stay up to date, sign up as a volunteer and you’ll be added to our email list.
Come dressed for painting and prepare in case it is muddy! We always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellent. Please feel free to bring your own loppers.
Celebrate the beginning of summer with a fun, family-friendly outdoor adventure! Join us at the beloved Gnome Hollow Preserve to search for hidden gnomes, hear from our stewardship coordinator about caring for our planet, and enjoy time in nature with family and friends.
Coffee, juice, trail mix and fruit will be served. Please bring your own reusable water bottle. Feel free to dress up like a gnome for extra fun!
Wear suitable footwear and tick spray. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. There are no public restrooms available.
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects. This Open Volunteer Day, we’ll clear the trail at Gnome Hollow Preserve.
We always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant. Please bring loppers if you have them.
Get outside & make a difference! This Open Volunteer Day, we need your help expanding our pocket meadow. We'll be planting 400 native plant plugs and moving wood chips to create new beds.
Please bring your own shovels & small trowels if possible.
We always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
Due to the inclement weather forecast, this Open Volunteer Day will be postponed until May 31, 9AM-12PM. Hope you can make it!
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects. We decide which preserve to work at depending on where we need the most help that month - check back two weeks before the event to find out where we’ll be working & what kind of tasks we’ll be doing!
Conditions may be muddy! Please bring a shovel...and we always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
Our Little Cubs Nature Walk returns just in time to celebrate the Halloween spirit! We invite children ages 1-5, along with their guardians, to join us at Dark Moon Preserve on Wednesday, October 30th, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. for a fun-filled walk through the preserve, followed by a Halloween-themed nature storytime.
Children are encouraged to wear costumes, as long as they have appropriate footwear for outdoor walking.
NOTE: This is not a drop-off event. Children must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times.
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects. This month we will be at Dark Moon Preserve planting plugs in our pocket meadow.
Conditions may be muddy! Please bring a shovel...and we always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects. This month, we will be at Millbrook Seeps painting trail markers!
Conditions may be muddy! Please bring a shovel...and we always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
We are celebrating our network of essential preserves with a special event at The Walpack Inn on September 12. Look forward to an evening of delicious food and drinks, a guided hike on the beautiful grounds, live music, and a silent auction. We can't wait to see you!
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects. This month, we will be at Muckshaw Ponds Preserve removing invasive species.
Conditions may be muddy! Please bring a shovel...and we always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
Are you looking to socialize your little cub in a natural setting? We invite you and your little to join us at Cedar Ridge Preserve for an easy nature walk. We’ll identify native and non-native plants and finish with a story.
Where: Cedar Ridge Preserve
When: Wednesday, August 7th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
There is a suggested entry fee of $10 per child.
Note: ADULT SUPERVISION IS REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES. THIS IS NOT A DROP OFF EVENT.
Budding artists, this is your chance to explore your creative talents! Join artist and RVC member Suzanne Montgomery and RVC Trustee Christine Hepburn for a relaxed evening of art in the company of others. Please bring your materials and any beverages you would like to drink (alcoholic or not).
Please join us for a guided hike under the Buck Moon at Dark Moon Preserve on July 21st at 8:30 PM.
We invite you to bring your family - both furry and non-furry. Space is limited for this hike. Advance registration is required. There is a suggested donation of $10 for this event.
Necessities: Please remember to bring a flashlight to guide your way as needed. Horses, ticks, and all forms of wildlife enjoy this preserve. Like any good meadow ramble, we may encounter mud, water, and muck. Warm clothing, sturdy boots, and a towel for wiping shoes down for the car ride home are highly recommended.
Dogs: If bringing a dog, please bring waste disposal bags. All dogs are required to be on leashes no longer than 6 feet. There must be one human companion for each dog. Dogs must be socialized for people and other dogs.
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects. This month, we will be at Beech Ridge Preserve removing invasive species.
Conditions may be muddy! Please bring a shovel...and we always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
Budding artists, this is your chance to explore your creative talents! Join artist and RVC member Suzanne Montgomery and RVC Trustee Christine Hepburn for a relaxed evening of art in the company of others. Please bring your materials and any beverages you would like to drink (alcoholic or not).
Are you looking to socialize your little cub in a natural setting? We invite you and your little to join us at Gnome Hollow Preserve for an easy nature walk. We’ll identify native and non-native plants and finish with a story.
Where: Gnome Hollow Preserve
When: Wednesday, July 10th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
There is a suggested entry fee of $10 per child.
Note: ADULT SUPERVISION IS REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES. THIS IS NOT A DROP OFF EVENT.
Please join us for a guided hike under the Strawberry Moon at Dark Moon Preserve on June 21st at 8:30 PM.
We invite you to bring your family - both furry and non-furry. Space is limited for this hike. Advance registration is required. There is a suggested donation of $10 for this event.
Necessities: Please remember to bring a flashlight to guide your way as needed. Horses, ticks, and all forms of wildlife enjoy this preserve. Like any good meadow ramble, we may encounter mud, water, and muck. Warm clothing, sturdy boots, and a towel for wiping shoes down for the car ride home are highly recommended.
Dogs: If bringing a dog, please bring waste disposal bags. All dogs are required to be on leashes no longer than 6 feet. There must be one human companion for each dog. Dogs must be socialized for people and other dogs.
Parking lot address: 20 Hibler Road, Newton, NJ 07860
GPS coordinates: 40.9810, -74.8421
Watch the RVC website’s events page or Facebook page for notice of any changes.
Are you looking to socialize your little cub in a natural setting? We invite you and your little to join us at Limestone Ridge Preserve for an easy nature walk. We’ll identify native and non-native plants and finish with a story.
Where: Limestone Ridge Preserve (We will meet at the trailhead located in the back of the Givens Belet American Legion 258 Post parking lot. Please use this lot for parking.
When: Wednesday, June 5th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
There is a suggested entry fee of $10 per child.
Note: ADULT SUPERVISION IS REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES. THIS IS NOT A DROP OFF EVENT.
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects. This month, we’ll be at Cedar Ridge Preserve removing invasive species.
Conditions may be muddy! Please bring a shovel...and we always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
Join us as board member and environmental consultant, Sharon Wander, leads a guided tree identification walk at Gnome Hollow Preserve.
Space is limited, so please register soon!
BE AN AGENT OF CHANGE! Join RVC stewards to help care for the forests and trails that RVC protects. This month, we’ll be at Blair Creek Preserve removing invasive species.
Conditions may be muddy! Please bring a shovel...and we always recommend you bring water and wear gloves, sturdy shoes, long pants, a head covering, and tick/bug repellant.
We are proud to host the first-ever event for the New Jersey chapter of the Young Survivor Coalition. The Young Survivor Coalition is an organization aimed at connecting those who have received a breast cancer diagnosis under the age of 40.
Join us at Gnome Hollow Preserve as we discuss the healing power of nature both during and after cancer treatment. There is a suggested donation fee of $10 to attend.
