Bird Walks focus on wildlife happenings in the park and are led by NYC Audobon experts and the Urban Park Rangers.

Start time: 8:00 am

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Contact phone: 212-691-7483

Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park)

Come birdwatching with Urban Park Rangers in Van Cortlandt Park!

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 a pair.

Start time: 8:00 am

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Contact phone: (718) 548-0972

Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park)

Come birdwatching with Urban Park Rangers in Forest Park!

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 a pair.

Start time: 10:00 am

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Contact phone: (718) 846-2731

Location: Forest Park Visitor Center (in Forest Park)

Hudson River Park is bringing some attention to its vital role in creating one of the scarcest resources in all of Manhattan—wildlife habitat! Learn about Hudson River Park’s wildlife by joining experienced Hudson River Park naturalists on guided nature walks along the park’s esplanade. Enjoy a meandering waterfront walk while hearing about and viewing the park’s flora and fauna, including some of the 85 different species of birds identified within the park. Peek into the park’s gardens to discover the many different butterflies, dragonflies and other interesting insects. Come to learn about the native plants that continue to grow in unexpected places in and around the river’s edge. Each nature walk is unique and offers a one-of-a-kind treasure hunt-like experience. Nature walks last approximately one hour.

Nature guides will meet participants at the entrance to Pier 40 at 9am sharp. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather conditions. Participants can expect to walk about 1 ½ - 2 miles. Loud noises and barking tend to startle wildlife and reduce viewing opportunities - please be considerate and leave your dog at home.

Start time: 9:00 am

End time:

Contact phone: (212) 627-2121

Location: Hudson River Park's Pier 40

Join us as we search for the birds of Freshkills Park along the site's wetlands, creeks and meadows!

This tour, like all of our bi-monthly birding tours, will be held jointly by naturalists from the Staten Island Museum and members of the Freshkills Park development team. It will diverge from the normal tour route and will be traveled by both bus and foot. This tour is a great way to witness the Freshkills Park site as well as the diverse wildlife returning to the region.

This event is free, but space is limited, and registration is required.

Meet at the Eltingville Transit Center on Sunday, July 29th at 10:30 a.m.

Please send an e-mail to Michael.Callery@parks.nyc.gov or call (212) 788-8277 to reserve a spot.

Start time: 10:30 am

End time: 12:30 pm

Contact phone: (212) 788-8277

Location: Freshkills Park

Talk a walk with one of our naturalists to watch for animals, and investigate little-known facts about the park and its animal residents.

Start time: 3:00 pm

End time: 4:00 pm

Contact phone: (718) 287-3400

Location: Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park)