​​​​​​​​​​​News & Notes​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

​​▶ College Students: Apply for a 2026-27 environmental education & conservation internship (min 120 hrs, includes a stipend)

▶ Facility rentals Reserve the covered pavilion, field or firecircle for your next party, meeting, or special event

▶ Reserve a one-room cabin or tent camping site for a getaway

​▶ Meet our wonderful, dedicated Trustees and Staff

▶ Take a short survey about our programs and events!

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Don't miss out! More ways to see what's going on at Weis:

▶ Instagram @thenewweiscenter; Facebook @newweiscenter​​​​

▶ Sign up to receive email updates for programs and events

​▶ Follow our Eventbrite page​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

We need your support!

Join or Renew Your Membership, or make a 1-time donation

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Upcoming Programs​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

​​▶ Fall Foliage Walk:  Sun, Nov 1, 9-10:30am

​▶ Native Seed Collection & Sowing:  Sun, Nov 1, 11am-1pm

​​▶ Pumpkin Chunkin:  Sun, Nov 1, 1-3pm

▶ Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge:  Sat, Nov 7, 1-5pm

▶ Forest Bathing Sensory Walk:  Sun, Nov 8, 10-11:30am

▶ Autumn Nature & Wellness Retreat:  Sun, Nov 15, 9am-4pm

▶ Citizenship in the World Merit Badge:  Sun, Nov 15, 1-5pm

▶ Reiki & Aromatherapy Workshop:  Sat, Nov 21, 12:30-3:30pm

▶ Sustainability Merit Badge:  Sun, Nov 22, 1-5pm​

▶ Natural Winter Wreaths Workshop:  Sun, Nov 22, 1-3pm

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TrailBound Project Programs at Weis

Details & Registration

▶ Fri, Nov 6, 5pm-10pm (drop-in anytime):  Dirt Time!

​▶ Nov 7, 6:30-11:30pm:  Bushwhacking 4-Night Navigation
​▶ Nov 14, 9am-5pm:  Hiking Basics, Gear & Safety
​▶ Nov 14, 9am-6pm:  Women in the Wilderness
​▶ Nov 15, 9am-3pm:  Dog CPR, First Aid & Hiking
​▶ Dec 19 & 20, 9am-5pm:  Wilderness First Aid Certification (must attend both days) 
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"In our turbulent world, so full of cross-currents, we have found a tiny haven, a place to give a demonstration of how life begins, continues, and with the wonderful interaction developed eons of years ago, recreates itself and goes on in peace and beauty."  - May Weis (May 19, 1974)

​​​​​​​​​Become a Member!

Your support is essential to help with the expenses of owning and operating the non-profit Center and restoring the historic buildings and grounds. Join or renew any time and receive 12 months of benefits, including discounts on facility rentals and programs. Or become a "Sustaining" member with an automatic monthly donation of any amount, and start and stop at any time. Membership is tax-deductible!​​

WELCOME!

Show your SUPPORT: Join or Renew Your Membership, or Make a 1-Time Donation!

Memberships are on a rolling basis, so you can join at any time throughout the year. Your support is essential to cover the expenses of owning and operating the Center, including insurance, ongoing building restoration and repairs, and tree work! Recurring automatic monthly memberships are especially appreciated! More info

​​▶ Use the Donate button above to become a Member, Renew, or make an ​additional Donation by credit card or PayPal. We also accept Venmo: @NewWeisCenter​


​​Membership

Membership at any level is appreciated, but we hope you will consider providing additional support by becoming a sustaining member (recurring monthly donation), joining at a higher level or making an additional one-time donation. We also welcome memorial donations to honor a loved one. ​​Memberships and donations are fully tax deductible!​


​​Volunteer

​We have volunteer opportunities to suit a variety of interests, skills and availability. Whether you are considering volunteering regularly or occasionally; day or weekend; using your hands, head or both; we can always use more help! ▶ Click the "Volunteer Interest Form" button on our volunteer page if you are interested!


More Ways To Help

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​The Highlands Nature Friends, Inc., is the 501(c)3 nonprofit owner and operator of The New Weis Center for Education, Arts & Recreation. With the help of our board, staff, volunteers, and the support of our partners and the surrounding community, we continue our focus on restoring the buildings and improving the gardens and grounds of our 150+ acre property, and offering a broad range of programs and events for all ages.

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​Our Goals

  • Create a year-round, dynamic Center with a broad range of programs and events for all ages!

  • Preserve and restore the historic buildings and grounds.

  • Develop and present programs that educate and connect people with nature and the environment.

  • Develop partnerships to bring additional unique programs and events to the Center.

  • Support students seeking an environmental career through internships, mentoring and volunteer opportunities.​​

Payments and Donations

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

Support The New Weis Center!

Make a tax-deductible DONATION to our nonprofit today!

Online: Click the 'Donate' button  |  Venmo: @newweiscenter

Mail Check: 150 Snake Den Rd, Ringwood, NJ 07456