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Get up, get out, and do something! Just about any day of the year, you can find something fun, informative, and healthy to enjoy at an area park. Feel free to browse the listings below, or use the search tools to find an event that matches your interests and location.

Viewing 271–280 out of 781 events
from May 19, 2013 to March 22, 2014
in Nature (x) category

Saturday, June 15, 2013

Jun15

Forest Crew

at Laurel Hill Terrace (in Highbridge Park), Manhattan This is an Accessible location

12:00 p.m.2:30 p.m.
This training session will include basic invasive and native plant identification, proper removal techniques and an overview of NYRP’s approach to urban reforestation.
Category: Nature, Gardening, Environmental Awareness, Volunteer
Free!

Jun15

Basic Canoeing

at Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Bronx This is an Accessible location

12:00 p.m.3:00 p.m.
Our trained Urban Park Rangers will lead you on canoe adventures that range from the gentle waters of protected lakes, to the challenging open waters of rivers and bays. O
Category: Nature, Sports, Kayaking and Canoeing
Free!

Jun15

Pop-Up Audubon: Water, Water Everywhere!

at The Nethermead (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn This is an Accessible location

12:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
“Pop-Up Audubon” is a new interactive activity through the Audubon Center that allows you to directly engage with nature through outdoor learning adventures.
Category: Birding, Nature, Games, Kids, Environmental Awareness, Tours
Free!

Best For
Kids
Jun15

Compost Crew

at Swindler Cove Park, Manhattan

1:30 p.m.4:00 p.m.
In this Compost Crew training session, you will learn about New York Restoration Project’s Composting Program.
Category: Nature, Environmental Awareness, Volunteer
Free!

Jun15

Children's Activity Table at QBG

at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens

2:00 p.m.5:00 p.m.
While you enjoy a day at QBG, be sure to bring the kids over to the Children's Activity Table.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Education, Nature, Kids, Environmental Awareness

Best For
Kids
Jun15

History In Your Hands: Flax to Linen

at Lefferts Historic House (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn This is an Accessible location

2:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.
Come check on our flax crop and try out the tools used to process flax fibers into linen cloth.
Category: Nature, Gardening, Kids

Best For
Kids
Jun15

Family Camping

at Central Park, Manhattan This is an Accessible location

6:00 p.m.
We camp to create lasting memories, connect to the natural world, and to bond with our families.
Category: Nature, Kids, Environmental Awareness
Free!

Best For
Kids

Sunday, June 16, 2013

Jun16

Art Exhibit: Fish & Crushed Can Story- Mixed Media

at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens

8:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
This mixed media exhibit by artist Iandry Randriamandroso illustrates how growth is disrupted by invasive species.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Nature, Exhibits, Environmental Awareness, Culture

Jun16

Second Annual New York State Museum Week at QBG

at Queens Botanical Garden, Queens

8:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.
Enjoy 50% off admission as we partner with New York State Museum Week.
Category: Nature, Exhibits, Gardening, Environmental Awareness, Culture

Jun16

Spend your summer in the Greenbelt: High Rock Camp and Mini Camp

at 200 Nevada Avenue (in High Rock Park), Staten Island

9:00 a.m.
High Rock Summer Day Camp and Mini Camp are taking reservations for their 2013 summer season. For more information on both High Rock Summer Day Camp and Mini Camp follow the links…
Category: Education, Nature, Fitness, Kids, Environmental Awareness

Best For
Kids

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