PARK FACT:
The Meadow-25 acres of switchgrass, sesame grass, and bayberry shrubs just off Orchard Beach-is reminiscent of a mid-western prairie. The site was "created" by accident when topsoil was removed during the 1930s beach construction.
Pelham Bay Park
Into the Depths
Sunday, July 5, 200911:00 a.m.
Bronx
Discover which animals call Orchard Beach home. Pull on some waders and use seining nets to find out who's living below the surface of the water.
Location: Pelham Bay Park: Crotona Nature Center, Crotona Park (Enter the park on Charlotte Street & Crotona Park East)
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(718) 548-0912
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