What we Sponsor
Sponsored Programs
The DNC sponsors numerous programs to bring residents of Demarest and the surrounding areas into closer contact with wildlife and the natural world.
Programs have varied, including adult oriented sessions on topics such as:
- Hiking the Appalachian trial or composting
- Family hikes in Harriman Park or along the Palisades, and various children’s programs
Local outdoor activities have been held at
- Nature Center
- Wakelee Field
- Various school grounds
- At the Duck Pond
Popular Annual Activities
Birdhouse and Feeder Building Sessions
Canoe Day
Nature Walks
Photo Contest in DNC
Annual Oktoberfest
In addition to public and school events and the development and maintenance of the grounds of the Nature Center, the Association provides subscriptions of nature and environmentally oriented publications to the Demarest Public Library.
It also makes occasional grants to the library for the purchase of environmentally oriented publications and videos. Scholarship awards have also been made to graduating seniors interested in the environmental sciences.
DNC News
Reasons to Leash Your Dog
It’s a great good neighbor policy, preventing your dog from trespassing on the neighbor’s property during your walk. It also keeps your dog from jumping on people you encounter, ensuring that your dog has the chance of being properly introduced.