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Meet and learn about NYC's wildlife neighbors, from the fish and crabs of our waters to the hawks and eagles of our skies. Our expert Urban Park Rangers, Parks Wildlife Unit, and our partners and friends lead wildlife-viewing tours and lectures all across the New York City. Join us! To learn more about NYC's wildlife and what to do when encountering wildlife, please visit our Urban Wildlife page.
Wildlife Events
Thursday, December 3, 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
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
Saturday, December 5, 2020
Birding: Winter Birds
at Wolfe's Pond Park, Staten Island
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!
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!
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
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Birding: Winter Waterfowl
at 155th Street and Baisley Boulevard (in Baisley Pond Park), Queens
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!
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
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
Saturday, December 19, 2020
Staten Island Christmas Bird Count
at Parking Lot (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.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!
Seal Watch
at Orchard Beach Nature Center (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Winter is an amazing time of year to observe seals in Long Island Sound. You may be surprised by what looks like a rock in the distance, is actually a healthy seal.
Free!
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Winter Wonderland Hike
at Arthur Kill Road and Brookfield Avenue (in Brookfield Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Our Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City.
Free!
Birding: Winter Waterfowl
at Bush Terminal Piers (in Bush Terminal 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!
Forest Park Super Hike
at The Overlook Parking Lot (in Forest Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This extensive hike of Forest Park highlights the hiking trails of Forest Park. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes or boots.
Free!
Event
Saturday, December 26, 2020
Birding: Bald Eagle Watch
at Palisade Avenue and Spaulding Lane (in Riverdale Park), Bronx
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Winter is a spectacular season for observing bald eagles in New York City parks. See if you can spot any on this adventure with our Urban Park Rangers.
Free!
Event
Sunset Hike
at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Staten Island
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
As the sun hangs low over on the horizon, the park morphs into a magical realm. Witness the wonder of sunset with the Urban Park Rangers.
Free!
Sunday, December 27, 2020
End of the Year Hike
at Prospect Avenue and Brentwood Avenue (in Allison Pond Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Our Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City.
Free!
Event
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