Urban Park Rangers

Our Urban Park Rangers are full of knowledge about history, astronomy, animals, plants, and more. Attend a Ranger-led event with your family and see how much fun learning can be!

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Urban Park Rangers Events

Sunday, May 19, 2013

May19

Kids Insect Exploration

at Pelham Bay Ranger Station (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx

1:00 p.m.
We connect children with nature to encourage active exploration of the natural world. Children who spend time outdoors develop strong imaginations and learn to socialize better with…
Free!

Best For
Kids

May19

Nature Exploration Hike

at Prospect Park Picnic House (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn

1:00 p.m.
Hiking programs feature intensity levels ranging from light (a leisurely stroll on mostly paved paths), moderate (longer, faster paced hikes on rugged terrain), to vigorous (long distance,…
Free!

May19

Saltwater Fishing

at West Harlem Piers Park, Manhattan

1:00 p.m.
Mastering any new skill requires practice and patience. Fishing programs help develop these skills while connecting you with nature. Our experienced Rangers teach the ethics of fishing and…
Free!

Best For
Kids

May19

Seining

at Fort Totten Front Gate (in Fort Totten Park), Queens

1:00 p.m.
New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. Wildlife viewing opportunities exist year-round in all of our parks and beaches. Wildlife viewing is a perfect activity for any…
Free!

May19

Family Scavenger Hunt

at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Staten Island

Best For
Kids

Saturday, May 25, 2013

May25

CANCELLED: Archery

at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx

1:00 p.m.
Please note: this event has been cancelled. Archery is a wonderful way to improve focus and develop patience and a great way to build upper body strength. Our trained Rangers will…
Free!

Best For
Kids

May25

Build a Birdfeeder

at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn

1:00 p.m.
While most of our programs are family friendly, the programs highlighted here are specifically for young children and families. Whether enjoying a family friendly movie under the stars,…
Free!

Best For
Kids

May25

Historic New York: The World's Fair

at Unisphere (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens

1:00 p.m.
Ice-age glaciers, Native Americans, Dutch traders, British Redcoats, and the Underground Railroad have all left their mark on New York City. Their stories can be found in the names…
Free!

Must See
Event

May25

Nocturnal Wildlife

at Belvedere Castle (in Central Park), Manhattan

7:00 p.m.
New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. From falcons and salamanders, to deer and seals, wildlife viewing opportunities exist year-round in all of our parks and…
Free!

Sunday, May 26, 2013

May26

Birding

at High Rock Ranger Station (in High Rock Park), Staten Island

9:00 a.m.
We offer birding programs throughout the year and our Exploration series focuses on unique wildlife viewing opportunities during particular seasons. Birding programs are…
Free!

May26

Revolutionary New York: The Battle of Pell's Point

at Bartow Pell Mansion, Bronx

11:00 a.m.
Ice-age glaciers, Native Americans, Dutch traders, British Redcoats, and the Underground Railroad have all left their mark on New York City. Their stories can be found in the names…
Free!

May26

Family Nature Games

at Dana Discovery Center (in Central Park), Manhattan

11:00 a.m.
We connect children with nature to encourage active exploration of the natural world. Children who spend time outdoors develop strong imaginations and learn to socialize better with…
Free!

Best For
Kids

May26

CANCELLED: Archery

at Lenape Playground (in Marine Park), Brooklyn

1:00 p.m.
Please note: this event has been cancelled. Archery is a wonderful way to improve focus and develop patience. Our trained Rangers will demonstrate the safe and proper way to draw a…
Free!

May26

Basic Canoeing

at Oakland Lake Park (in Alley Pond Park), Queens

1:00 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. On an Urban Park…
Free!

Saturday, June 1, 2013

Jun 1

Birding: Hawk Watch

at Parking Lot (in Astoria Park), Queens

11:00 a.m.
Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. To enhance your experience we encourage you to bring binoculars and field guides, or ask a Ranger to borrow…
Free!

Jun 1

Freshwater Fishing

at Willowbrook Park, Staten Island

11:00 a.m.
Mastering any new skill requires practice and patience. Fishing programs help develop these skills while connecting you with nature. Our experienced Rangers teach the ethics of fishing and…
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jun 1

NYC Skyline Tour

at Brooklyn Bridge Park Pier 1 (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn

1:00 p.m.
Urban Park Rangers specialize in interpretation of historic turning points, both natural and man-made, in our city’s long history. Park history programs tell the story of your…
Free!

Jun 1

CANCELLED: Archery

at Broadway & Dongan Place (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan

Jun 1

Family Camping

at Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx

6:00 p.m.
We camp to create lasting memories, connect to the natural world, and to bond with our families. Camping affords us the opportunity to unplug from the diversions of everyday life and…
Free!

Best For
Kids

Sunday, June 2, 2013

Jun 2

Seining

at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn

11:00 a.m.
New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. From falcons and salamanders, to deer and seals, wildlife viewing opportunities exist year-round in all of our parks and beaches.…
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jun 2

Nature Exploration Hike (Light)

at Bloomingdale Park Playground (in Bloomingdale Park), Staten Island

11:00 a.m.
Hiking programs feature intensity levels ranging from light (a leisurely stroll on mostly paved paths), moderate (longer, faster paced hikes on rugged terrain), to vigorous (long distance,…
Free!

Jun 2

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. On an Urban Park…
Free!

Jun 2

Family Scavnger Hunt

at Forest Park Visitor Center (in Forest Park), Queens

Best For
Kids

Jun 2

Horseshoe Crab Exploration

at Orchard Beach Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx

4:00 p.m.
New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. From falcons and salamanders, to deer and seals, wildlife viewing opportunities exist year-round in all of our parks and beaches.…
Free!

Saturday, June 8, 2013

Jun 8

CANCELLED: Archery

at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx

10:00 a.m.
Please note: this event has been cancelled. Archery is a wonderful way to improve focus and develop patience. Our trained Rangers will demonstrate the safe and proper way to draw…
Free!

Jun 8

Basic Canoeing

at Willowbrook Park, Staten Island

11:00 a.m.–2:00 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. On an Urban Park…
Free!

Jun 8

Little Red Lighthouse Tour

at Little Red Lighthouse (in Fort Washington Park), Manhattan

1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Urban Park Rangers specialize in interpretation of historic turning points, both natural and man-made, in our city’s long history.
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jun 8

Family Camping

at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn

Best For
Kids

Sunday, June 9, 2013

Jun 9

Basic Canoeing

at Van Cortlandt Golf House (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx

Jun 9

Freshwater Fishing

at Willowbrook Park, Staten Island

Best For
Kids

Jun 9

Family Nature Crafts

at Fort Greene Park Visitor Center (in Fort Greene Park), Brooklyn

Best For
Kids

Jun 9

Historic New York: The General Slocum Disaster

at Parking Lot (in Astoria Park), Queens

Saturday, June 15, 2013

Jun15

Kid's Nature Hike (light)

at Bloomingdale Park Playground (in Bloomingdale Park), Staten Island

Best For
Kids

Jun15

Basic Canoeing

at Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Bronx

Jun15

Family Camping

at Central Park, Manhattan

Best For
Kids

Sunday, June 16, 2013

Jun16

Seining

at Orchard Beach Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx

Best For
Kids

Jun16

Intermediate Canoeing

at Bayswater Park, Queens

11:00 a.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. On an Urban Park…
Free!

Jun16

Saltwater Fishing

at 69th St Pier (in American Veterans Memorial Pier), Brooklyn

2:00 p.m.
Mastering any new skill requires practice and patience. Fishing programs help develop these skills while connecting you with nature. Our experienced Rangers teach the ethics of fishing and…
Free!

Saturday, June 22, 2013

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. Hiking programs feature intensity levels ranging from light (a…
Free!

Jun22

Basic Canoeing

at The Harlem Meer, outside of Lasker Pool (in Central Park), Manhattan

Jun22

Family Camping

at Alley Pond Park, Queens

Best For
Kids

Sunday, June 23, 2013

Jun23

Intermediate Canoeing

at Burnett Street and Avenue U (in Marine Park), Brooklyn

Jun23

Saltwater Fishing

at 96th Street and FDR Drive (in East River Esplanade), Manhattan

Jun23

Historic New York: Clove Lakes Park

at Parking Lot (in Clove Lakes Park), Staten Island

Jun23

Puppet Show

at Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Bronx

Best For
Kids

Jun23

CANCELLED: CANCELLED: Archery

at Forest Park Visitor Center (in Forest Park), Queens

1:00 p.m.
Please note: this event has been cancelled. Please note: this event has been cancelled. Archery is a wonderful way to improve focus and develop patience. Our trained Rangers will…
Free!

Saturday, June 29, 2013

Jun29

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. Hiking programs feature intensity levels ranging from light (a…
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jun29

Freshwater Fishing

at Rose and Oak Avenues (in Kissena Park), Queens

Best For
Kids

Jun29

CANCELLED: Archery

at Prospect Park Picnic House (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn

Jun29

Family Camping

at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Staten Island

Best For
Kids

Sunday, June 30, 2013

Jun30

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. Birding programs are appropriate for…
Free!

Jun30

Freshwater Fishing

at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx

12:00 p.m.
Mastering any new skill requires practice and patience. Fishing programs help develop these skills while connecting you with nature. Our experienced Rangers teach the ethics of fishing and…
Free!

Jun30

Seining

at Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan

1:00 p.m.
New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. From falcons and salamanders, to deer and seals, wildlife viewing opportunities exist year-round in all of our parks and beaches.…
Free!

Best For
Kids

Jun30

Urban Park Rangers