Nature

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
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Trail Work Thursdays
at Van Cortlandt Golf House (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx 
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Be a part of the community effort to maintain the trails in Van Cortlandt Park.
Free!
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
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!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Artist & Sculptor Donna Napoli-Steele: Out of the Box Biodiversity
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Donna Napoli-Steele Presents this art exhibit showcasing various forms of art pieces including sculptures, clay, watercolor, and paint.
Free!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Out of the Box Biodiversity: Student Art
at Rutan-Becket House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join us for Out Of The Box Biodiversity Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Donna Napoli-Steele Presents Youth Art Featuring Pieces Completed by her Students
Out Of The Box Biodiversity
Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Free!
Friday, April 3, 2026
Forest Fridays Volunteer Stewardship
at VCPA Learning Garden (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for weekly volunteer stewardship at the VCPA Learning Garden.
Free!
4/3 Restoration Fridays at Forest Park
at Buddy Monument (in Forest Park), Queens 
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join us for Restoration Fridays this spring to engage in hands-on forest restoration work, including invasive species removal, trail restoration, and possible planting in our park.
Free!
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
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!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Artist & Sculptor Donna Napoli-Steele: Out of the Box Biodiversity
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Donna Napoli-Steele Presents this art exhibit showcasing various forms of art pieces including sculptures, clay, watercolor, and paint.
Free!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Out of the Box Biodiversity: Student Art
at Rutan-Becket House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join us for Out Of The Box Biodiversity Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Donna Napoli-Steele Presents Youth Art Featuring Pieces Completed by her Students
Out Of The Box Biodiversity
Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Free!
Saturday, April 4, 2026
Alley Pond Park Forest Restoration
at Alley Pond Park Adventure Center (in Alley Pond 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!
Soundview Park Forest Restoration
at Soundview Park, Bronx
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteer with the Stewardship team to protect the forested areas in Soundview Park!
Free!
Event
Udalls Cove Super Steward: Pathkeeper Training
at Udall's Cove (in Udall's Park Preserve), Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join us for a Super Steward: Pathkeeper training at Udalls Cove
Free!
Event
Birding: Spring Migration
at Lafayette Avenue and Colgate Avenue (in Soundview Park), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a birding adventure around Soundview Park to look for spring migrants that include warblers, raptors and more!
Free!
Event
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!
Idlewild Park Forest Restoration
at Idlewild Park Preserve Environmental Science Learning Center (in Idlewild Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks Stewardship to protect forested areas of Idlewild Park! Volunteers will contribute to ongoing restoration work and learn the importance of species diversity to ecosystem health.
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!
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!
Event
Greenbelt Hike (Vigorous)
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island 
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Urban Park Rangers will lead hikers through some of the hidden gems of the Greenbelt on a lengthy journey through the park’s diverse forests and ecosystems.
Free!
Event
Signs of Spring Hike
at Upper Highland Playground (in Highland Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Spring season is upon us and nature adapts to the changes. Let's find some of these adaptations and signs of spring on a hike through the trails in the park.
Free!
Event
Easter in the Garden
at Whole Neighborhood Garden, Brooklyn
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Come to Whole Neighborhood Garden for a fun family friendly Easter celebration! Festivities will include an Easter egg hunt, games, and crafts. All are welcome!
Free!
Earth Month: Conservation and Climate
at West 81st Street and Central Park West (in Central Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers as we hike through Central Park discussing the philosophy and ethics behind decisions being made to combat climate change and its efficacy in NYC.
Free!
Event
Easter Egg Hunt
at Nehemiah Ten Community Garden, Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Come to Nehemiah 10 Community Garden for the garden group's annual Easter Egg Hunt!
Free!
Event
Easter Egg Hunt
at Ashford Learning Garden, Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
Get ready for a fun-filled egg hunt adventure perfect for kids aged 7 to 12!
Free!
Kids
Sunday, April 5, 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!
Fantastic Fungi Mushroom ID Hike
at Chapin Avenue and Salzburg Court (in Reed's Basket Willow Swamp Park), Staten Island 
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This Urban Park Ranger led hike will take you through the forest to learn how to identify fungi.
Free!
Event
Garden Highlights Walk
at Wave Hill, Bronx 
1:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.
Join a knowledgeable Wave Hill Garden Guide for a leisurely stroll in the gardens.
Heather Garden Highlights
at Margaret Corbin Circle (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a flower walk in the beautiful Heather Garden! Explore the blossoms and learn about the flowers and the history of this little gem.
Free!
Tick Talk
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers and learn about the ticks found in NYC parks and how to stay safe while enjoying the outdoors.
Free!
Monday, April 6, 2026
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!
FMCP Stewardship Earth Week 2026 Series
at Unisphere (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens 
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join the FMCP Stewardship Team and welcome Spring by observing Earth Week and take part in ecological conservation all month long. Activities range from trail maintenance, weeding, litter collection, tree and vegetation care, shoreline restoration, species removal, and other beautification projects.
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!
Kids Week: Ranger Games
at Lawn (in Naples Playground), Staten Island 
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 games.
Free!
Event
Kids Week: Fire Making
at Fort Greene Park Visitor Center (in Fort Greene Park), Brooklyn 
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers atop Fort Greene and learn the basics of fire safety and fire making.
Free!
Event
Kids Week: Beach Mural Making
at Orchard Beach Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Let your natural creativity flow! Join the Urban Park Rangers at Orchard Beach to build a communal mural using natural materials.
Free!
Event
Kids Week: Earth Month Native Plant Party
at Chapin Parkway and 85th Avenue (in Captain Tilly Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Celebrate Earth Month with the Urban Park Rangers in a service-oriented event focused on native wildflower planting and its benefits to park ecosystems.
Free!
Event
Kids Week: Geology Rocks!
at Seaman Avenue and Isham Street (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
. With programs led by our Urban Park Rangers, kids will get to experience nature in a hands-on and fun way. Learn all about the geological landscape of Manhattan.
Free!
Event
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
4/7 Highland Park Horticulture Helpers
at Jamaica Avenue and Elton Street (in Highland Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks and The Forest Park Trust for Forest Park Horticulture Helpers this autumn to learn some basic gardening skills!
Free!
Event
Exhibition: Think Global. Act Local.
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Multi artist exhibit of works highlighting endangered local and global species
Free!
FMCP Stewardship Earth Week 2026 Series
at Unisphere (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens 
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join the FMCP Stewardship Team and welcome Spring by observing Earth Week and take part in ecological conservation all month long. Activities range from trail maintenance, weeding, litter collection, tree and vegetation care, shoreline restoration, species removal, and other beautification projects.
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!
Kids Week: All About Trees
at Lawn Area - Bay Street and School Road (in Von Briesen Park), Staten Island 
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers and learn all about trees! The Rangers will take a walk around the park sharing how trees grow, how to identify common NYC trees, and some park history.
Free!
Kids
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Artist & Sculptor Donna Napoli-Steele: Out of the Box Biodiversity
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Donna Napoli-Steele Presents this art exhibit showcasing various forms of art pieces including sculptures, clay, watercolor, and paint.
Free!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Out of the Box Biodiversity: Student Art
at Rutan-Becket House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Join us for Out Of The Box Biodiversity Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Donna Napoli-Steele Presents Youth Art Featuring Pieces Completed by her Students
Out Of The Box Biodiversity
Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Free!
Kids Week: Animal Habitats
at Myrtle Avenue and Park Lane South (in Forest Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Rangers for a habitat hike and learn about the process of construction and design behind animal architecture.
Free!
Event
Kids Week: Magnetic Archery and Foam Axe Throwing
at Rochester Avenue and President Street (in Lincoln Terrace / Arthur S. Somers Park), Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Learn the art of archery with free lessons taught by our expert Urban Park Rangers. This program uses safe equipment with magnetic arrows and targets.
Free!
Event
Kids Week: Nature Exploration for Kids
at Entrance - West 100 Street and Central Park West (in Central Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Learn all the nature that surrounds us on this walk through Central Park.
Free!
Event
Kids Week: Nature Puppet Show
at Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Bronx 
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
The Urban Park Rangers welcome you for some nature themed puppet shows! Learn more about animals that can be found in our local parks.
Free!
Event
Wednesday, April 8, 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!






