Come join us at Flat Rock Brook’s Annual Great Fall Festival!

Live music, food trucks, canoe rides, nature scavenger hunt, live animal presentations, crafts, information, and more! Tickets are $15 for ages 2+ and can be purchased at the door with cash or credit.

For more information visit  Flat Rock Brook’s website.

As summer draws to a close, join Bergen County Audubon Society (BCAS) and Teaneck Creek Conservancy (TCC) for a guided walk. We’ll look and listen for birds, insects, and wildlife, and observe nature as summer starts to ease more into fall.

BCAS offers two walks monthly at Teaneck Creek. Birders of all levels and interests are welcome to attend; guides will be available to help newer birders with bird ID. Programs with BCAS are part of TCC's year-round suite of free public programs.

Registration recommended.                                                                                                                              

Free. All ages. Rain or Shine.  

Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.

Meet in the parking lot at 20 Puffin Way. Start time is 10am with an approximate end time of 12pm.

BCAS Contact: Don Torino greatauk4@gmail.com | (201) 230-4983

Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Explore TCC through the seasons on a walk with George Tsapellas and participate in community science by learning how to document what you see on your phone using iNaturalist or Seek. Each month will highlight a different part of the park, focusing on specific habitats and plants.

George is an avid user of iNaturalist and has been cultivating knowledge about local plants and wildlife for many years. Prior to the program, install the iNaturalist app on your phone, create an account, and join Teaneck Creek Conservancy under “Projects”. Seek by iNaturalist is available for younger participants.

Registration recommended.
Free. All ages. Light rain or shine. Registrants will be notified by email if the program is canceled. Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.

Questions? Email programs@teaneckcreek.org

Rain date: Sunday, October 19, 7:15am - 10:45am

Observe how we study birds at Teaneck Creek during our Fall Migration Band-a-thon at the Creek. This year we're monitoring which birds are stopping to refuel and rest up as they make their way south for winter. 

Registration required

Weather dependent. Registrants will be notified 1-2 days before for any schedule adjustments. This is a drop-in program. Registrants are not expected to be there at the start or for the full time, but are welcome to be present throughout the 3 hours. 

The Bird Band-a-thon at the Creek is also a fundraiser. Make a pledge today!

Join the student artists of Teaneck Community Charter School and artist Ana Gonzalez, the TCC Eco-Art Committee, and the Teaneck Creek Conservancy Board to celebrate the completion of the Nature Mosaic art installation with a community gathering, a meet-the-artists and demonstration by the artist.

The Nature Mosaic mural is part of the Conservancy's effort to revitalize the picnic area. This art installation was made possible by funds from the Bergen County Division of Cultural & Historic Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

To join the celebration: Park at the lot at 20 Puffin Way. Walk to the north side of the parking lot to enter the park along the blue trail. Take the blue trail north about 850 feet to the picnic area.

Registration Required. Free, but donations welcome.

Join us at the EarthShare NJ Earth Care Day!

Make memories and support at greener future at Cheesequake State Park. There will be interactive exhibits, live wildlife, games and crafts, guided walks, a scavenger hunt, costume parade and much more!

Come join us at the Maywood Green Fair!

With the theme of environmental stewardship and sustainability, there is lots to enjoy and experience from local organizations and vendors that support environmental stewardship and sustainability.  The Green Fair is held simultaneously with Maywood’s Fall Festival and Art in the Park.

Free. All ages. Rain or shine.

No registration.

Join us on Sunday, October 5th at the Meadowlands Birding Festival.

The festival features bird walks, talks, birds of prey, kids activities, music, and more celebrating the Meadowlands amazing bird population!

For more information email info@njsea.com or greatauk4@gmail.com

Observe how we study birds at Teaneck Creek during our Fall Migration Band-a-thon at the Creek. This year we're monitoring which birds are stopping to refuel and rest up as they make their way south for winter. Final session: Weekend of Oct 18

Registration Required

Weather dependent. Registrants will be notified 1-2 days before for any schedule adjustments. This is a drop-in program. Registrants are not expected to be there at the start or for the full time, but are welcome to be present throughout the 3 hours. 

The Bird Band-a-thon at the Creek is also a fundraiser. Make a pledge today!

Join Bergen County Audubon Society (BCAS) and Teaneck Creek Conservancy (TCC) for an early October guided walk. We’ll look and listen for birds, insects, and wildlife, and observe nature as summer starts to ease more into fall.

BCAS offers two walks monthly at Teaneck Creek. Birders of all levels and interests are welcome to attend; guides will be available to help newer birders with bird ID. Programs with BCAS are part of TCC's year-round suite of free public programs.

Registration recommended.                                                                                                                              

Free. All ages. Rain or Shine.  

Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.

Meet in the parking lot at 20 Puffin Way. Start time is 10am with an approximate end time of 12pm.

BCAS Contact: Don Torino greatauk4@gmail.com | (201) 230-4983

Due to ongoing renovations at Teaneck Library, the Eco Book Club will be held at Teaneck Creek Conservancy at 20 Puffin Way in Teaneck. This month, we will be holding our meeting outdoors in our Peace Labyrinth!

Join Eco Book Club hosted by Teaneck Creek Conservancy and Teaneck Public Library! Eco Book Club is a wonderful gathering of folks who share a love of nature and care for the earth. All are welcome to join in the friendly conversation at our monthly meetings or read along at home.

For the fourth month now, we're excited to begin our meeting out in nature! Join us at 6:30pm for an optional nature walk before the book discussion. We’ll take a mini-hike through Teaneck Creek Conservancy, exploring signs of hope in the world around us—whether it's new growth, wildlife returning, or the positive results of recent restoration efforts. It's a great way to connect with the themes of the book and experience nature firsthand.

Please remember to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear for the walk. Bring binoculars if you have them—though it won’t be a bird-focused walk, they could enhance your experience.

Then, at 7pm, we’ll gather for the book discussion in our Peace Labyrinth.

Told in luminous, perceptive prose, The Last Fire Season is a deeply incisive inquiry into what it really means—now—to live in relationship to the elements of the natural world. When Manjula Martin moved from the city to the woods of Northern California, she wanted to be closer to the wilderness that she had loved as a child. She was also seeking refuge from a health crisis that left her with chronic pain, and found a sense of healing through tending her garden beneath the redwoods of Sonoma County. But the landscape that Martin treasured was an ecosystem already in crisis. Wildfires fueled by climate change were growing bigger and more frequent: each autumn, her garden filled with smoke and ash, and the local firehouse siren wailed deep into the night.

Borrow a book and register with the library.

Join the Eco Book Club Facebook Group for members, prospective members, and friends to share related information, articles, books, events, etc. here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ecobookclubteaneck

Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Join us at the Bergen County Fall Harvest Festival at Overpeck County Park. We will be located in the county tent for the Master Gardeners of Bergen County.

The Bergen County Fall Harvest Festival features 4-H and Master Gardener displays and exhibits, arts and crafts vendors, live music, a petting zoo chick hatching, educational and hands-on activities for children, games, county organizations, a rides and more!

Free parking and admission

Visit the Facebook page for a schedule of events

Enjoy the transition to Fall at Teaneck Creek! Join Bergen County Audubon Society (BCAS) and Teaneck Creek Conservancy (TCC) for a guided walk. We’ll look and listen for birds, insects, and wildlife, and observe nature as summer starts to ease more into fall.

BCAS offers two walks monthly at Teaneck Creek. Birders of all levels and interests are welcome to attend; guides will be available to help newer birders with bird ID. Programs with BCAS are part of TCC's year-round suite of free public programs.

Registration recommended
Free. All ages. Rain or Shine.  

Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.
Meet in the parking lot at 20 Puffin Way. Start time is 10am with an approximate end time of 12pm.

BCAS Contact: Don Torino greatauk4@gmail.com (201) 230-4983

Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.
Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Come one, Come all, to celebrate Fall!

Join Teaneck Creek Conservancy for a special guided walk with Donna Drake as we take in the sights and sounds of the Teaneck Creek as Autumn starts to show its true colors.

Come solo, with a friend, or bring your family.  All are welcome.

Please note: some trail sections may be difficult for strollers, so plan accordingly. Be sure to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy shoes for walking on the trails.
Meet at the parking lot of 20 Puffin Way at 4pm.

Registration recommended.       

Free. All ages. No restrooms. Light rain or shine. Registrants will be notified by email if the program is cancelled.

Questions? Email programs@teaneckcreek.org Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Saturday, September 20, 6:15am - 9:15am
Rain date: Sunday, September 21, 6:15am - 9:15am

Observe how we study birds at Teaneck Creek during our Fall Migration Band-a-thon at the Creek. This year we're monitoring which birds are stopping to refuel and rest up as they make their way south for winter. Future sessions: Weekends of Oct 4, Oct 18

Registration required.

Weather dependent. Registrants will be notified 1-2 days before for any schedule adjustments. This is a drop-in program. Registrants are not expected to be there at the start or for the full time, but are welcome to be present throughout the 3 hours. 

The Bird Band-a-thon at the Creek is also a fundraiser. Make a pledge today!

As summer comes to an end, many animals migrate from their breeding grounds to their wintering grounds to find food and warmth. Join us for a guided seasonal nature walk as we explore the wetlands and search for signs of the great migration as birds and other creatures begin the long and often arduous journey south. 

Explore TCC through the seasons on a walk with George Tsapellas and participate in community science by learning how to document what you see on your phone using iNaturalist or Seek. Each month will highlight a different part of the park, focusing on specific habitats and plants.

George is an avid user of iNaturalist and has been cultivating knowledge about local plants and wildlife for many years.

Prior to the program, install the iNaturalist app on your phone, create an account, and join Teaneck Creek Conservancy under “Projects”. 

Seek by iNaturalist is available for younger participants.

Registration recommended.
All ages. Light rain or shine. Registrants will be notified by email if the program is canceled.
Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available. 

Questions? Email programs@teaneckcreek.org

Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

As summer draws to a close, join Bergen County Audubon Society (BCAS) and Teaneck Creek Conservancy (TCC) for a guided walk. We’ll look and listen for birds, insects, and wildlife, and observe nature as summer starts to ease more into fall.

BCAS offers two walks monthly at Teaneck Creek. Birders of all levels and interests are welcome to attend; guides will be available to help newer birders with bird ID. Programs with BCAS are part of TCC's year-round suite of free public programs.

Registration recommended.
Free. All ages. Rain or Shine.  

Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.
Meet in the parking lot at 20 Puffin Way. Start time is 10am with an approximate end time of 12pm.

BCAS Contact: Don Torino greatauk4@gmail.com (201) 230-4983

Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.
Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Join Teaneck Creek Conservancy and TCC Land Steward George Reskakis for a guided nature walk along the trails. Discover local plants, wildlife, and the seasonal wonders of this unique urban wetland.

Registration recommended. 

Free. All ages. Light rain or shine. In the case of severe weather, registrants will be notified. No restrooms available.

Program lead: George Reskakis

Questions? Email programs@teaneckcreek.org

Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Enjoy mid-August at Teaneck Creek! Join Bergen County Audubon Society (BCAS) and Teaneck Creek Conservancy (TCC) for a guided walk. We’ll look and listen for birds, insects, and wildlife, and observe nature as summer starts to ease more into fall.

BCAS offers two walks monthly at Teaneck Creek. Birders of all levels and interests are welcome to attend; guides will be available to help newer birders with bird ID. Programs with BCAS are part of TCC's year-round suite of free public programs.

Registration recommended.
All ages. Light rain. Registrants will be notified by email if the program is canceled.
Meet in the parking lot at 20 Puffin Way. 

BCAS Contact: Don Torino greatauk4@gmail.com (201) 230-4983

Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.
Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

*At capacity, waiting list open*

Join Teaneck Creek and Teaneck Public Library under the full moon for an evening of fun around the campfire! Gather at 20 Puffin Way for a short walk to the Peace Labyrinth, where we’ll enjoy stories, songs, and sweet treats in a cozy outdoor setting. Bring your own blanket, sleeping bag, or lawn chair to settle in for the night.

Register with the library.

Free. All ages. Light rain or shine. Registrants will be notified by email if the program is postponed or canceled. Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.

Questions? Email programs@teaneckcreek.org

Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Ever wonder what insects are most active in August? Join us for a guided nature walk at Teaneck Creek as we search for butterflies, dragonflies, grasshoppers, and other buzzing, crawling, and fluttering creatures. Discover how these insects thrive in late summer and why they matter.

Explore TCC through the seasons on a walk with George Tsapellas and participate in community science by learning how to document what you see on your phone using iNaturalist or Seek. Each month will highlight a different part of the park, focusing on specific habitats and plants.

George is an avid user of iNaturalist and has been cultivating knowledge about local plants and wildlife for many years.

Prior to the program, install the iNaturalist app on your phone, create an account, and join Teaneck Creek Conservancy under “Projects”. 

Seek by iNaturalist is available for younger participants.

Registration recommended. All ages. Light rain or shine. Registrants will be notified by email if the program is canceled.

Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available. 

Questions? Email programs@teaneckcreek.org

Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Soak in the last days of summer at Teaneck Creek! Join Bergen County Audubon Society (BCAS) and the Teaneck Creek Conservancy (TCC) for a guided early August walk. We’ll look and listen for birds, insects, and other wildlife, and observe nature as it begins its slow shift toward fall.

BCAS offers two walks monthly at Teaneck Creek. Birders of all levels and interests are welcome to attend; guides will be available to help newer birders with bird ID. Programs with BCAS are part of TCC's year-round suite of free public programs.

Registration recommended.
All ages. Light rain. Registrants will be notified by email if the program is canceled.
Meet in the parking lot at 20 Puffin Way. 

BCAS Contact: Don Torino greatauk4@gmail.com (201) 230-4983

Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.
Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Join Teaneck Creek Conservancy (TCC) and the Teaneck Public Library this July for a unique guided ecology walk led by TCC Land Steward George Reskakis. Together, we’ll explore the Teaneck Creek’s winding trails, learning about the diverse plants and wildlife that call this urban wetland home.

Our walk will lead us to the serene Peace Labyrinth, where participants will take time for quiet observation and meditative sketching, capturing inspiration from the natural world around them. All skill levels are welcome. Sketchbooks and writing utensils will be provided. Just bring your creativity and curiosity!

Register with the library: tinyurl.com/teensketching

Grades 6+. Rain or Shine. No restrooms available.

Due to ongoing renovations at Teaneck Library, the Eco Book Club will be held at Teaneck Creek Conservancy at 20 Puffin Way in Teaneck. This month, we will be holding our meeting outdoors in our Peace Labyrinth!

Join Eco Book Club hosted by Teaneck Creek Conservancy and Teaneck Public Library! Eco Book Club is a wonderful gathering of folks who share a love of nature and care for the earth. All are welcome to join in the friendly conversation at our monthly meetings or read along at home.

For the fourth month now, we're excited to begin our meeting out in nature! Join us at 6:30pm for an optional nature walk before the book discussion. We’ll take a mini-hike through Teaneck Creek Conservancy, exploring signs of hope in the world around us—whether it's new growth, wildlife returning, or the positive results of recent restoration efforts. It's a great way to connect with the themes of the book and experience nature firsthand.

Please remember to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy footwear for the walk. Bring binoculars if you have them—though it won’t be a bird-focused walk, they could enhance your experience.

Then, at 7pm, we’ll gather for the book discussion in our Peace Labyrinth.

A New York Times bestseller and literary favorite, World of Wonders blends memoir, nature writing, and cultural reflection in a lyrical celebration of the natural world. From axolotls to narwhals, fireflies to touch-me-not plants, Nezhukumatathil draws on childhood memories across the U.S. and her Indian-Filipina heritage to explore how the creatures she loves have helped her navigate life’s beauty and adversity. Each short essay serves as an ode to wonder, reminding us to pay attention—to the strange, the small, and the astonishing. With illustrations by Fumi Nakamura, this collection is both a heartfelt homage to nature and a call to rediscover curiosity and care.

Register with the library.

Join the Eco Book Club Facebook Group for members, prospective members, and friends to share related information, articles, books, events, etc. here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ecobookclubteaneck

Borrow a book and register with the library. https://bccls.libcal.com/event/12098447

Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

*At capacity, waiting list open*

Join Teaneck Public Library and Teaneck Creek for nature stories, adventures and fun activities! We’ll gather for a total of 6 classes so register for one or for all. Best for ages 4 and up with a caregiver.

Wear weather-appropriate clothing and shoes - trails may be muddy. And bring water shoes or boots if we go in the creek! Bring insect repellent and sunscreen if you choose.

Meet at 74 Fycke Lane entrance.

Register with the library. Registrations open at 10:00am Monday, June 9, 2025

Free. Light rain or shine. Registrants will be notified if the program is canceled due to weather.

Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.

Questions? Email programs@teaneckcreek.org

Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Will take place inside if necessary. Please dress accordingly and bring plenty of water. See program contact if you have questions.

Drum circles are great for the mind, body, and soul. Get ready for lots of fun and learn simple rhythms on drums from around the world with Nancy Moore, RN of Healthy Rhythms.

We’ll meet at 20 Puffin Way and walk to the Peace Labyrinth to form a drum circle.  Drumming can offer therapeutic benefits including reducing stress, boosting immunity, and improving cognitive functioning.  

Register with the library: tinyurl.com/teendrumming

Free. Grades 6+. No drumming experience necessary.

Bring your own outdoor chair.

Questions? Email programs@teaneckcreek.org or alicia.abate@teaneck.bccls.org.

Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

*At capacity, waiting list open*

Join Teaneck Public Library and Teaneck Creek for nature stories, adventures and fun activities! We’ll gather for a total of 6 classes so register for one or for all. Best for ages 4 and up with a caregiver.

Wear weather-appropriate clothing and shoes - trails may be muddy. And bring water shoes or boots if we go in the creek! Bring insect repellent and sunscreen if you choose.

Additional program dates: July 28.

Meet at 74 Fycke Lane entrance.

Register with the library. Registrations open at 10:00am Monday, June 9, 2025

Free. Light rain or shine. Registrants will be notified if the program is canceled due to weather. Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.

Questions? Email programs@teaneckcreek.org

Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Join TCC at Bergen County Audubon Society’s Butterfly Day at DeKorte Park in Lyndhurst, NJ, and celebrate these living gems of the sky. Enjoy guided butterfly walks led by BCAS and NJSEA experts beginning at 10:30 a.m. and continuing throughout the day.

Kids can take part in a butterfly costume contest for ages 12 and under, along with games, crafts, and other fun activities. Informational tables will be available for nature lovers of all ages, and an ice cream and cupcake truck will offer sweet treats to help you cool off.

Free. No registration required.

Event location: Dekorte Park, Lyndhurst, NJ

Join Dr. Caroline DeVan of NJIT and TCC learn about fireflies. We'll discuss identifying fireflies, how to find them, firefly diversity and conservation. Then we'll count the fireflies living at Teaneck Creek. We will submit our data to the the Firefly Atlas Community Watch to help document where fireflies are found.

Free.
Adults, Teens, Families, Ages 10+.

Rain date: July 23

Registration Recommended.

What to bring:

• A glass jar with holes punched in the top

• A headlamp with a red setting if you have one. If you don't, we can help you modify a flashlight!

Light rain or shine. Registrants will be notified by email if the program is canceled. No restrooms available.  Questions? Email programs@teaneckcreek.org

Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.

Experience the height of summer at your local nature conservancy. Join Bergen County Audubon Society (BCAS) and the Teaneck Creek Conservancy (TCC) for a guided midsummer walk through the preserve. We’ll search for birds, observe seasonal changes, and enjoy the vibrant sights and sounds of nature in full bloom.

BCAS offers two walks monthly at Teaneck Creek. Birders of all levels and interests are welcome to attend; guides will be available to help newer birders with bird ID. Programs with BCAS are part of TCC's year-round suite of free public programs.

Registration recommended.

Free. All ages. Light rain or shine. Registrants will be notified by email if the program is canceled.

Meet in the parking lot at 20 Puffin Way. 

BCAS Contact: Don Torino greatauk4@gmail.com (201) 230-4983

Some trail sections are challenging for strollers. No restrooms available.
Support TCC’s nature programming by donating to TCC or becoming a TCC member.