The New Weis Center for Education, Arts & Recreation | 150 Snake Den Road, Ringwood, NJ 07456 | 973-835-2160
Owned and operated by the Highlands Nature Friends, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization
Our facilities are available to rent for meetings, parties, workshops, conferences and special events.
Tent Camping & Campfires
- We have 2 large group tent camping areas for scouts, groups and company retreats; each has a firecircle with rustic seating, picnic tables and a stocked woodshed. Individual camping is reserved for members only.
- There are a limited number of rustic 1-room cabins available. Cabins have electricity with an overhead light; portable heater and fans are available upon request. We have a limited number of cots available, or bring your own sleeping pad/air mattress and sleeping bag/bedding.
- Groups may be asked to provide a COI (Certificate of Insurance).
- DO NOT bring any outside firewood, as this may contribute to the spread of destructive invasive insects (i.e. Spotted Lanternfly, Emerald Ash Borer) which can be transported long distances in/on firewood. There is an ample supply of free firewood and kindling onsite in the covered woodshed.
- PLEASE DO bring your own firestarter.
- Fires MUST be contained within the inner rock circle. NO large bonfires allowed.
- Please DO NOT move any of the rocks, bricks, or rustic seating (logs or tree stumps)
- Please review our Camping & Campfire Policies and Ground Rules before reserving, and be sure to follow them once onsite.
Birthday Parties with Pavilion Rental
Schedule a nature-themed party with one of our fun themes: Overlook Observation Hike, Stream Seeking Exploration, Nature Adventure Games and Insect Investigation. Package includes a 1 hour naturalist-led program followed by 1 1/2 hours in the pavilion for refreshments and presents. During the summer, parties can also include swimming at the Highlands Natural Pool!
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