Events

Family Friendly Activities

Experience the magic of our Firefly Festival … millions of fireflies shining for nature’s amazing light show. Come to the Mad Hatter’s Tree Party … a celebration autumn and trees. The Hatter himself will be there! See programs with live animals … or join a summer stream stomp!

South Jersey Firefly Festival

Fireflies are the fairies of summer nights. Viewing “nature’s light show” is part of the magic of living in New Jersey. Now a twilight festival will celebrate that magic. Explore the world of fireflies — and learn how you can help fireflies stay a part of our landscape for years to come.

Mad Hatter’s Tree Party

The Mad Hatter’s Tree Party is a celebration of autumn and trees — and a chance for families and people of all ages to share a whimsical adventure in a community forest. Learn about trees and the critical role that they play in a healthy environment. The Mad Hatter himself will be waiting for you at the end!

Bird Quest

Enjoy a springtime morning outdoors with family and friends, discovering the unique birds that live in and migrate through Gloucester County’s parks and natural areas. After, gather for lunch, prizes and a T-shirt! Whether you are a novice, seasoned birder, or somewhere in between, there are always surprises to be seen.

Upcoming Events

To get the most up to date information about field trips and events or to find out about changes to a trip or cancellation due to weather, go to the club’s Meetup site. The Programs & Events Brochure shows planned activities for the current club year:Front cover of Programs & Events Brochure

The GCNC offers events and field trips to the public for their enjoyment. GCNC is not responsible for harm to participants; participants assume responsibility for their own safely and accept any risks inherent in such outdoor activities.

Field Trip - Tranquility Trails (Tour de Natural Places)

Field Trip - Tranquility Trails (Tour de Natural Places)

September 17, 2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tranquility Trails
Join us as we explore the natural places of Gloucester County as described in the 2020 Edition of Natural Places of Gloucester County, a publication [...]
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Field Trip - Scotland Run Park #2 (Tour de Natural Places)

Field Trip - Scotland Run Park #2 (Tour de Natural Places)

September 18, 2024    
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Scotland Run Park
Join us as we look and listen for migrating birds, and year-round residents. We will walk along the woods, fields, and lake. Bring binoculars, field [...]
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Field Trip - Scotland Run Park #3 (Tour de Natural Places)

Field Trip - Scotland Run Park #3 (Tour de Natural Places)

October 2, 2024    
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Scotland Run Park
Join us as we look and listen for migrating birds, and year-round residents. We will walk along the woods, fields, and lake. Bring binoculars, field [...]
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02 Oct

Field Trip - Autumn Pasquale Memorial Park (Tour de Natural Places)

October 2, 2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Autumn Pasquale Memorial Park
Join us as we explore the natural places of Gloucester County as described in the 2020 Edition of Natural Places of Gloucester County, a publication [...]
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How Beavers Shaped the North American Landscape and Why We Should Let Them Do It Again

How Beavers Shaped the North American Landscape and Why We Should Let Them Do It Again

October 10, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Holy Nativity Lutheran Church
Before Europeans arrived, North America’s estimated 15 to 200 million beaver ponds helped retain water, mitigate flooding, and recharge ground water. By the mid-1800s, beavers [...]
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Field Trip - Elk Twp. Trail and Elephant Swamp (Tour de Natural Places)

Field Trip - Elk Twp. Trail and Elephant Swamp (Tour de Natural Places)

October 15, 2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Elephant Swamp Trail - Elk Twp. Recreational Park
Join us as we explore the natural places of Gloucester County as described in the 2020 Edition of Natural Places of Gloucester County, a publication [...]
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Field Trip - Scotland Run Park #4 (Tour de Natural Places)

Field Trip - Scotland Run Park #4 (Tour de Natural Places)

October 16, 2024    
8:00 am - 9:30 am
Scotland Run Park
Join us as we look and listen for migrating birds, and year-round residents. We will walk along the woods, fields, and lake. Bring binoculars, field [...]
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The Amazing American Oystercatcher & the Challenge to Protect It

The Amazing American Oystercatcher & the Challenge to Protect It

November 14, 2024    
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Holy Nativity Lutheran Church
This striking shorebird is one of the few birds that solely specializes on oysters, clams, mussels, and other shellfish living in saltwater. Emmy Casper will [...]
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19 Nov

Field Trip - Malaga Lake (Tour de Natural Places)

November 19, 2024    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Malaga Lake - Nature Trail
Join us as we explore the natural places of Gloucester County as described in the 2020 Edition of Natural Places of Gloucester County, a publication [...]
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Field Trip - Black Friday Gobble Wobble (Tour de Natural Places)

Field Trip - Black Friday Gobble Wobble (Tour de Natural Places)

November 29, 2024    
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Chestnut Branch Park
Join us as we explore the natural places of Gloucester County as described in the 2020 Edition of Natural Places of Gloucester County, a publication [...]
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