NYC Parks Events Calendar
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 291–300 out of 760 events
from May 21, 2013 to March 22, 2014
in Nature (x) category
Saturday, June 22, 2013
Bird Walks at The New York Botanical Garden
at Watson Building, Room 302 (in Bronx Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.
The diverse habitats of the Botanical Garden offer visitors a chance to see dozens of species of birds throughout the year. Bring your binoculars and walk the Garden grounds with an expert.
Category: Birding, Nature, Gardening
Conservatory Garden Tour
at Conservatory Garden (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
See thousands of blooming trees, shrubs, bulbs, and perennials with the Garden staff.
Category: Nature, Gardening, Tours
Free!
High Line Field Station
at Chelsea Market Passage (in The High Line), Manhattan 
11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Stop by our mobile information cart to make the most of your next visit to the High Line.
Category: Education, Nature, Exhibits
Free!
Fitness Hike (vigorous)
at High Rock Ranger Station (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.
Fitness Hikes feature less talking and more walking, for those who don't mind a vigorous two hour hike.
Category: Nature, Fitness, Environmental Awareness
Free!
Nature of Art - Adult Art Summer Series
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island 
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
The Art of Drawing from Still Life: Master charcoal, the ancient medium known as "Black Magic" while learning how to create expressive still life drawings.
Category: Arts & Crafts, Nature, Seniors
Forest Crew
at Laurel Hill Terrace (in Highbridge Park), Manhattan 
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!
Basic Canoeing
at The Harlem Meer, outside of Lasker Pool (in Central Park), Manhattan
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.
Category: Nature, Environmental Awareness, Sports, Kayaking and Canoeing
Free!
Pop-Up Audubon: Water, Water Everywhere!
at The Nethermead (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn 
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!
Kids
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!
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
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