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Wild NYC is at the other end of your doorstep! Explore New York's urban forests, streams, and wildlife with these fun outdoor activities.
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Sunday, November 29, 2020
Fort Tryon Park: Dog Run Stewardship Day
at Sir William's Dog Run (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Get to know the Fort Tryon Park's dog owner community while helping to improve Sir William’s Dog Run - the largest Dog Run in Manhattan!
Free!
Nature Exploration: Clove Lakes Park
at Park Drive and Clove Road (in Clove Lakes Park), Staten Island 
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
On this moderately-paced hike, discover the nature of Clove Lakes Park.
Free!
Birding: Winter Birds
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Discover the amazing variety of birds that winter here in NYC. Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome.
Free!
Fort Tryon Park Highlights
at Anne Loftus Playground (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Take in the scenic views of the Hudson River on this hike through Fort Tryon Park, highlighting its natural features, historic landmarks, and wildlife.
Free!
Wednesday, December 2, 2020
CITYPARKS GREEN GIRLS EMPOWERED BY ING AFTER SCHOOL
at Virtual/Online Only
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Green Girls Afterschool is an environmental science club that will engage middle school girls throughout the school year in fun-filled online adventures about New York City’s…
Free!
Kids
CITYPARKS GREEN GIRLS EMPOWERED BY ING AFTER SCHOOL
at Virtual/Online Only
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Green Girls Afterschool is an environmental science club that will engage middle school girls throughout the school year in fun-filled online adventures about New York City’s…
Free!
Kids
COASTAL CLASSROOM AFTER SCHOOL
at Virtual/Online Only
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
The Coastal Classroom After school Program is designed to support middle school students to create meaningful relationships with their waterfront parks. Starting in mid October...
Free!
Kids
Thursday, December 3, 2020
Adult Hike | Heyerdahl Hill
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Take in the winter scenery as we hike to the historic foundation of the Heyerdahl farmhouse. Meet at the Greenbelt Nature Center.
Free!
CITYPARKS GREEN GIRLS EMPOWERED BY ING AFTER SCHOOL
at Virtual/Online Only
2:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Green Girls Afterschool is an environmental science club that will engage middle school girls throughout the school year in fun-filled online adventures about New York City’s…
Free!
Kids
COASTAL CLASSROOM AFTER SCHOOL
at Virtual/Online Only
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
The Coastal Classroom After school Program is designed to support middle school students to create meaningful relationships with their waterfront parks. Starting in mid October...
Free!
Kids
Friday, December 4, 2020
Canarsie Park Forest Restoration
at Seaview Avenue and East 108th Street (in Fresh Creek Nature Preserve), Brooklyn
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will learn how to identify and safely remove invasive plants in order to help restore the forest and create a healthier ecosystem.
Free!
Saturday, December 5, 2020
Rockaway Beach Piping Plover Fencing
at Rockaway Beach and 56th Street (in Rockaway Beach), Queens, 56th street
10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the NYC Parks Stewardship Team as we care for the habitat and nesting grounds of these endangered shorebirds and plants. Volunteers will be removing the fencing that protects the nesting area so that it is not damaged over the winter.
Free!
Mindful Meditation Hike
at West 100 Street and Central Park West (in Central Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Rangers to practice being mindful while walking through the North Woods of Central Park.
Free!
Winter Tree ID
at Cunningham Park Parking Lot (in Cunningham Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
For this program, we will explore beautiful Cunningham Park while learning how to identify trees by the bark, buds, and other distinctive characteristics.
Free!
Birding: Winter Waterfowl
at Orchard Beach Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Discover the amazing variety of birds that winter here in NYC. Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome.
Free!
Sunday, December 6, 2020
Nature Exploration: Invasive Insects
at Hylan Boulevard and Satterlee Street (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Learn about three of the winged invasive insects that have and are impacting New York City's green spaces, including the most relevant Spotted Lanternfly.
Free!
Historic New York: Prospect Park Nature and Design
at Grand Army Plaza Arch (in Grand Army Plaza), Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the The Urban Park Rangers for a walking tour at Prospect Park.
Free!
Great Trees of Inwood Hill Park
at Isham Street and Seaman Avenue (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Trees have a special place in our environment. Join us for a hike of Inwood Hill Park in search of different species and learn some ways to identify these trees during the changing season.
Free!
Gather Around the Campfire
at Alley Pond Park Adventure Center (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join us in Alley Pond Park for campfire activities! Learn about campfire safety, and sing along to some fun campfire songs with the Urban Park Rangers. Participants will be required to adhere to social distancing guidelines.
Free!
Wednesday, December 9, 2020
CITYPARKS GREEN GIRLS EMPOWERED BY ING AFTER SCHOOL
at Virtual/Online Only
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Green Girls Afterschool is an environmental science club that will engage middle school girls throughout the school year in fun-filled online adventures about New York City’s…
Free!
Kids
CITYPARKS GREEN GIRLS EMPOWERED BY ING AFTER SCHOOL
at Virtual/Online Only
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Green Girls Afterschool is an environmental science club that will engage middle school girls throughout the school year in fun-filled online adventures about New York City’s…
Free!
Kids
Thursday, December 10, 2020
CITYPARKS GREEN GIRLS EMPOWERED BY ING AFTER SCHOOL
at Virtual/Online Only
2:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Green Girls Afterschool is an environmental science club that will engage middle school girls throughout the school year in fun-filled online adventures about New York City’s…
Free!
Kids
Friday, December 11, 2020
Inwood Street Tree Care
at Ellwood Street and Sherman Avenue, Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will learn how to aerate, cultivate, mulch, and identify street trees. They will also learn about the important roles street trees play in New York City.
Free!
Saturday, December 12, 2020
12/12 Conference House Park Forest Restoration
at Lenape Playground (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Volunteers will learn how to identify and safely remove invasive plants in order to help restore the forest and create a healthier ecosystem.
Free!
Bilingual Tour of the Mansion and Grounds (en Espanol)
at Morris-Jumel Mansion (in Roger Morris Park), Manhattan
11:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
Learn more about the history of the house, its architecture, garden, and grounds in this 30-minute outdoor overview. After this 30 minute orientation, the remainder of the tour will be self-guided and take place inside the mansion.
Free!
Kids
Wednesday, December 16, 2020
CITYPARKS GREEN GIRLS EMPOWERED BY ING AFTER SCHOOL
at Virtual/Online Only
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Green Girls Afterschool is an environmental science club that will engage middle school girls throughout the school year in fun-filled online adventures about New York City’s…
Free!
Kids
CITYPARKS GREEN GIRLS EMPOWERED BY ING AFTER SCHOOL
at Virtual/Online Only
3:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Green Girls Afterschool is an environmental science club that will engage middle school girls throughout the school year in fun-filled online adventures about New York City’s…
Free!
Kids
The Ultimate Houseplant Starter Guide For Beginners
at Virtual/Online Workshop
5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Bring the garden home with you this winter! This workshop will teach all eager houseplant learners basic houseplant care, such as lighting, watering, and humidity.
Free!
Thursday, December 17, 2020
CITYPARKS GREEN GIRLS EMPOWERED BY ING AFTER SCHOOL
at Virtual/Online Only
2:30 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Green Girls Afterschool is an environmental science club that will engage middle school girls throughout the school year in fun-filled online adventures about New York City’s…
Free!
Kids
Friday, December 18, 2020
Soundview Park Wetland Restoration
at Leland Avenue and O'Brien Avenue (in Soundview Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will remove debris and learn how to identify and safely remove invasive plants in order to help restore this natural area.
Free!
Saturday, December 19, 2020
Alley Pond Park Forest Restoration
at Northern Boulevard and 234th Street (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will learn how to identify and safely remove invasive plants in order to help restore the forest and create a healthier ecosystem.
Free!
Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Rat Academy: Keeping the Garden Rat-Free
at Virtual/Online Workshop
5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
In this workshop with the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, participants will learn proper rat prevention measures, how to look for signs of rats, and how to correct the conditions that attract rats.
Free!
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