Nature

Lush green trees surround Oakland Lake.

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

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from June 20, 2026 to February 26, 2027

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Aug13

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!

Aug13

Ranger Games

at Indian Field, East 233rd Street and Jerome Avenue (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Spend an afternoon of fun with the Urban Park Rangers playing and learning new and exciting nature themed games.
Free!

Best For
Kids

Friday, August 14, 2026

Aug14

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!

Aug14

Nature Talks at Bryant Park Reading Room: Herbalism and Urban Gardening

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 15, 2026

Aug15

Seton Falls Park Super Steward: Pathkeeper Training

at Seton Falls Park, Bronx

10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join us for a Super Steward: Pathkeeper training at Seton Falls Park.
Free!

Aug15

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!

Aug15

Van Cortlandt Park Eastside Exploration

at Van Cortlandt Park East and Oneida Avenue (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx

11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Come take a walk on the Woodlawn side! The Rangers will lead a hike around the east side of Van Cortlandt Park. The walk will include a little ecology, a little history, and alot of fun
Free!

Aug15

Food Demos on the Urban Farm

at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan

12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
The Urban Farm hosts free food demonstrations to teach the community-at-large how to cook with the seasonal produce they can see growing on the farm.
Free!

Best For
Kids

Aug15

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!

Sunday, August 16, 2026

Aug16

Trees Count at St. Mary's Park with the Urban Park Rangers

at Playground West - Play Area (in St. Mary's Park), Bronx

12:00 a.m.–2:00 a.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!

Aug16

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!

Aug16

Aquatic Insects Exploration

at Entrance - Baisley Blvd. & 157th Street (in Baisley Pond Park), Queens

1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers as we explore our pond for fun aquatic insects and invertebrates that help keep our NYC ponds and lakes healthy.
Free!

Monday, August 17, 2026

Aug17

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 18, 2026

Aug18

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!

Aug18

Building Looms for Community Weaving

at 6th Street and Avenue B Community Garden (in ), Manhattan

5:30 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
In this collaborative workshop, we’ll construct looms from branches, prunings, and other found objects, then use them to weave together.
Free!

Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Aug19

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!

Aug19

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!

Aug19

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 August 10..
Free!

Thursday, August 20, 2026

Aug20

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!

Friday, August 21, 2026

Aug21

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 22, 2026

Aug22

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!

Aug22

Community Work Day

at Wyckoff Farmhouse Museum (in Fidler-Wyckoff House Park), Brooklyn

11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Get your hands dirty with fun farm projects!
Free!

Aug22

Food Demos on the Urban Farm

at Urban Farm (in Randall's Island Park), Manhattan

12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
The Urban Farm hosts free food demonstrations to teach the community-at-large how to cook with the seasonal produce they can see growing on the farm.
Free!

Best For
Kids

Sunday, August 23, 2026

Aug23

Connecting with Nature Through Meditation Hike

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

10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Exploring the elements within and around us those in attendance will gain a greater appreciation for their connection with the natural world.
Free!

Aug23