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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.

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from May 21, 2013 to March 22, 2014
in Nature (x) category

Saturday, June 22, 2013

Jun22

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

Jun22

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!

Jun22

High Line Field Station

at Chelsea Market Passage (in The High Line), Manhattan This is an Accessible location

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!

Jun22

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!

Jun22

Nature of Art - Adult Art Summer Series

at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island This is an Accessible location

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

Jun22

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!

Jun22

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!

Jun22

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
Jun22

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!

Jun22

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

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