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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.
Nature Events
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Worms at Work: Compost Sifting & Soil Discovery
at Harlem Grown 134th Street Farm, Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get your hands in the soil and meet the tiny workers helping our farm grow!
Free!
Sunday, July 26, 2026
Spotted Lanternfly Trap Building
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join NYC H20 at the Greenbelt Nature Center to build traps to stop the spread of invasive spotted lanternflies.
Free!
Event
Urban Farm Volunteers
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Whether you are new to our farm or have been a tried-and-true volunteer, join us! You can help us take care of this important educational resource.
Free!
Trees Count at Soundview Park with the Urban Park Rangers
at Entrance - Metcalf Avenue and Seward Avenue (in Soundview Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Using our Tree Census app, you’ll split up into different zones within the park to start counting trees! After completing your first training event, you are welcome to continue counting
Free!
Birding: Beginner Birding
at Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn a new skill and take up a new hobby as we help you identify some of the most common birds found in our parks. Beginners of all ages are welcome.
Free!
Monday, July 27, 2026
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Team RIVER Volunteers
at Randall's Island Park, Manhattan
9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Volunteer with Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful!
Free!
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Highland Park Community Garden: Sip & Discover
at Community Garden (in Highland Park), Brooklyn
6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Enjoy a cup of tea while learning how to make a medicinal salve from our herbal community garden!
Free!
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Basic Canoeing and Nature Exploration
at Eton Place Parking Lot (in Willowbrook Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 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. Ages 8 and up
Free!
Greenbelt Adult Hike – Acme Pond
at Chisholm Street and Eylandt Street (in Wolfe's Pond Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join us for a hike in the mature forest of Acme Pond.
Free!
Friday, July 31, 2026
Kissena Park Forest Restoration
at Kissena Park, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will contribute to ongoing restoration work and learn the importance of species diversity to ecosystem health.
Free!
7/31 Restoration Fridays at Highland Park
at Vermont Place Parking Lot (in Highland Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Restoration Fridays this summer!
Free!
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Nature Talks at Bryant Park Reading Room: Nature and Humanity
at Reading Room (in Bryant Park), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Step outside and explore the natural world with free outdoor lectures led by local experts.
Free!
Saturday, August 1, 2026
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Shoreline Cleanup
at Inwood Canoe Club (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteer to clean up the Hudson River shoreline!
Free!
Salt Marsh Ecology Hike
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for an interactive walk exploring how the landscape and ecology of Marine Park has been shaped by landfill.
Free!
One Book One Bronx book club
at Bronx River Community Garden (in ), Bronx
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Come join the garden group at Bronx River Community Garden for a One Book One Bronx event! This weekly community space sparks powerful conversations and celebrates diverse voices.
Free!
Summer on the Hudson: Billion Oyster Project Presentation
at On the Pier (in West Harlem Piers), Manhattan
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come see and learn about the Billion Oyster Project on the Baylander’s Jungle Deck.
Free!
All That Skitters!
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Explore the complexities and threats to crabs living in the Marine Park salt marsh with Mike Feller, retired Chief Naturalist of the NYC Parks Department.
Free!
Garden Glow-Up: Plant-Based Beauty Workshop
at Harlem Grown 134th Street Farm, Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Discover how plants can nourish us inside and out!
Free!
Seining
at Entrance - East 88th Street and Seaview Avenue (in Canarsie Park), Brooklyn
3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.
Our experienced Urban Park Rangers teach the ecology of our waterways on every seining program. All equipment is provided; this program is recommended for ages 8 years and older.
Free!
Sunday, August 2, 2026
CANCELLED: Urban Farm Volunteers
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Whether you are new to our farm or have been a tried-and-true volunteer, join us! You can help us take care of this important educational resource.
Free!
Microorganisms Exploration
at Paerdegat Park Lawn (in Paerdegat Park), Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
View the natural world with your own eyes and through microscopes, as we zoom in on micro-organisms that are a vital part of our pond ecosystem.
Free!
Historic New York: Ridgewood Reservoir
at Vermont Place Parking Lot (in Highland Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC's Urban Park Rangers and for a walk at the Ridgewood Reservoir highlighting the history, ecology and engineering of this cultural treasure.
Free!
Monday, August 3, 2026
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Team RIVER Volunteers
at Randall's Island Park, Manhattan
9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Volunteer with Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful!
Free!
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Archery and Nature Exploration
at Archery Field Parking Lot (in Willowbrook Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
All equipment will be provided. Ages 8 and older. We will also explore the flora and fauna of Willowbrook Park. Lottery registration opens Monday July 27.
Free!
Friday, August 7, 2026
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Saturday, August 8, 2026
Salt Marsh Saturday
at Little Hell Gate Salt Marsh (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
The marsh pathway gates will be open and our Natural Areas Team will be on site to answer questions, share facts and show off the unique species that call this ecosystem home.
Free!
Kids
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Medicinal Plant ID Walk
at Westchester Avenue and Edgewater Road (in Concrete Plant Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Plants have been used for medicinal benefits for centuries. Learn about the benefits and to identify medicinal plants along the Bronx River Foodway with the Urban Park Rangers.
Free!
Nature Story Time
at Indian Field, East 233rd Street and Jerome Avenue (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers and their puppet friends for stories inspired by nature!
Free!
Kids
Summer on the Hudson: Nature Explorers!
at 102nd Street Field House (in Riverside Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 a.m.
Nature-focused workshops and educational craft activities for children.
Free!
Kids
One Book One Bronx book club
at Bronx River Community Garden (in ), Bronx
12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Come join the garden group at Bronx River Community Garden for a One Book One Bronx event! This weekly community space sparks powerful conversations and celebrates diverse voices.
Free!
Plant ID Walk and Removal
at Aurora Pond (in Udall's Park Preserve), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join Urban Park Rangers for useful tips on non-native plant ID and very rewarding non-native plant removal activities. Tools will be provided.
Free!
Tie-Dye on the Farm
at Harlem Grown 134th Street Farm, Manhattan
2:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Bring your creativity and get ready for a colorful afternoon!
Free!
Bird Friendly Garden Management Workshop
at The Ramble
4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Join this bilingual, hands-on workshop in Central Park’s Ramble to learn how cities can support migratory birds through safe, food-rich habitats. Participants will explore bird-friendly practices, observe birds with provided binoculars, and gain practical strategies for community gardens and neighborhood green spaces. Spanish interpretation and take-home resources will be provided.
Free!
Sunday, August 9, 2026
Urban Farm Volunteers
at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Whether you are new to our farm or have been a tried-and-true volunteer, join us! You can help us take care of this important educational resource.
Free!
Trees Count at Mauro Playground (Flushing Meadows Corona Park) with the Urban Park Rangers
at Park Drive East and 73rd Street (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Using our Tree Census app, you’ll split up into different zones within the park to start counting trees! After completing your first training event, you are welcome to continue counting
Free!
Monday, August 10, 2026
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Team RIVER Volunteers
at Randall's Island Park, Manhattan
9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Volunteer with Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful!
Free!
Volunteering at Conference House Park - The Blue Wave
at Conference House Museum (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and the Conference House Park Conservancy for our ongoing, self-directed, beach and park clean-up initiative!
Free!
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