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Saturday, June 29, 2013
Forest Restoration at High Rock Park
at 200 Nevada Avenue (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join staff removing invasive plants and restoring trails.
Category: Nature, Environmental Awareness, Volunteer
Free!
Nature Exploration Hike (light)
at East 233 Street and Baychester Avenue (in Seton Falls Park), Bronx 
11:00 a.m.
On Nature Exploration Hikes we will discover the plants and animals that inhabit the urban forest.
Category: Nature, Kids, Environmental Awareness
Free!
Kids
Freshwater Fishing
at Rose and Oak Avenues (in Kissena Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.
Our experienced Rangers teach the ethics of fishing and the ecology of our waterways on every fishing program.
Category: Nature, Kids, Environmental Awareness
Free!
Kids
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!
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!
Family Camping
at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Staten Island
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!
Kids
Sunday, June 30, 2013
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
Birding
at High Rock Ranger Station (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.
We offer birding programs throughout the year and our Exploration series focuses on unique wildlife viewing opportunities during particular seasons.
Category: Birding, Nature, Environmental Awareness, Tours
Free!
Freshwater Fishing
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
12:00 p.m.
Our experienced Rangers teach the ethics of fishing and the ecology of our waterways on every fishing program.
Category: Nature, Environmental Awareness, Waterfront
Free!
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