Events

Upcoming Events

Tuesday, December 30

Winter Recess
Prospect Park, Brooklyn, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Make the most of winter break and join family friendly nature education activities.

Nature Around Us, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.: Enjoy different seasonal discovery stations and nature themed activities to introduce yourself to the plants, insects, and animals that call the park home. Help test water quality and investigate pond samples that are filled with living organisms.

Animal Encounter, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Learn more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection. This program starts promptly at 1 p.m.

Family Nature Walk, 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.: The park is a stopping point for hundreds of bird species each year. Search for these amazing creatures and other nature around the park. Binoculars and bird guides are provided. The program departs promptly at 2 p.m.

Program is hosted by Prospect Park Alliance. Please visit their website for more information.

Kids Week: All About Owls Hike and Craft
Blood Root Valley, Staten Island, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Even when school is out, our parks are still the city’s natural classroom. Learn about the species of owls that live on Staten Island. End with an owl nature craft. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Program is hosted by NYC Parks urban Park Rangers. Please visit their website to register and for more information.

Kids Week: Nature Puppet Show
Crotona Park, Bronx, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Even when school is out, the parks are still the city’s natural classroom. In this nature-themed puppet show, learn more about the animals that live in your local parks. Program is hosted by NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers. Please visit their website for more information.

Kids Week: Winter Birding for Kids
Central Park, Manhattan, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Even when school is out, the parks are still the city’s natural classroom. Bird watching can be fun during the winter season. Learn all about the different ways to identify birds in the parks. Program is hosted by NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers. Please visit their website for more information.

Wednesday, December 31

Winter Recess
Prospect Park, Brooklyn, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Make the most of winter break and join family friendly nature education activities.

Nature Around Us, 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.: Enjoy different seasonal discovery stations and nature themed activities to introduce yourself to the plants, insects, and animals that call the park home. Help test water quality and investigate pond samples that are filled with living organisms.

Animal Encounter, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.: Learn more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection. This program starts promptly at 1 p.m.

Family Nature Walk, 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.: The park is a stopping point for hundreds of bird species each year. Search for these amazing creatures and other nature around the park. Binoculars and bird guides are provided. The program departs promptly at 2 p.m.

Program is hosted by Prospect Park Alliance. Please visit their website for more information.

Friday, January 2

Kids Week: Animal Charades
De Matti Park, Staten Island, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Even when school is out, the parks are still the city’s natural classroom. Learn about local wildlife by acting out some of your favorite animals and their adaptations. Program is hosted by NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers. Please visit their website for more information.

Kids Week: Oh Deer! Deer Exploration Hike
Pelham Bay Park, Bronx, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Even when school is out, the parks are still the city’s natural classroom. Learn more about white tailed deer and explore the park in search of signs and traces of its presence. Program is hosted by NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers. Please visit their website for more information.

Saturday, January 3

Introduction to Birdwatching
Prospect Park, Brooklyn, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Whether you are just starting out or have already joined the birding ranks, this introductory outing is for you. Learn the basics of birding and search for the dozens of species that visit the park through all seasons. Program is hosted by the Prospect Park Alliance and Brooklyn Bird Club. Please visit their website for more information.

Nature Exploration
Prospect Park, Brooklyn, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Join nature education activities to learn about and celebrate NYC’s urban forest.

Leaf Art, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Have fun exploring the unique features of trees and their uniquely shaped leaves. Let your creativity flourish as you craft art inspired by nature.

Animal Encounter, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Learn more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection. This program starts promptly at 11 a.m.

Fall Nature Walk, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.: Explore the environment and discover the wonders of nature. Are you curious about how insects, like the spotted lanternfly, prepare for winter? Get hands-on experience in community science and observe how insect and plant life prepare for seasonal changes while learning how to protect trees from pests. Program starts promptly at 12 p.m.

Program is hosted by Prospect Park Alliance. Please visit their website for more information.

Sunday, January 4

Birding: First Sunday
Prospect Park, Brooklyn, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Search for dozens of species that visit the park through all seasons as you learn about the different habitats in the park. Bring your own binoculars. Program is hosted by Prospect Park Alliance and Brooklyn Bird Club. Please visit the Alliance’s website for more information.

Birding: Bald Eagle Watch
Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan, 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Enjoy the best spots to see wildlife in the city. Throughout the winter, many bald eagles from upstate will fly south to NYC to hunt along the open, unfrozen sections of the Hudson River. On this walk, you will have the chance to observe these mighty raptors soaring about the river or perched along the forest scouting for fish to prey upon. Program is hosted by NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers. Please visit their website for more information.

Nature Exploration
Prospect Park, Brooklyn, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Join nature education activities to learn about and celebrate NYC’s urban forest.

Leaf Art, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Have fun exploring the unique features of trees and their uniquely shaped leaves. Let your creativity flourish as you craft art inspired by nature.

Animal Encounter, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Learn more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection. This program starts promptly at 11 a.m.

Fall Nature Walk, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.: Explore the environment and discover the wonders of nature. Are you curious about how insects, like the spotted lanternfly, prepare for winter? Get hands-on experience in community science and observe how insect and plant life prepare for seasonal changes while learning how to protect trees from pests. Program starts promptly at 12 p.m.

Program is hosted by Prospect Park Alliance. Please visit their website for more information.

Birding: Winter Waterfowl
Springfield Park, Queens, 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.

Enjoy the best viewing spots in New York City to see waterfowl. Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. Discover which waterfowl have returned for the season. Program is hosted by NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers. Please visit their website for more information.

Saturday, January 10

Introduction to Birdwatching
Prospect Park, Brooklyn, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Whether you are just starting out or have already joined the birding ranks, this introductory outing is for you. Learn the basics of birding and search for the dozens of species that visit the park through all seasons. Program is hosted by the Prospect Park Alliance and Brooklyn Bird Club. Please visit their website for more information.

Nature Exploration
Prospect Park, Brooklyn, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Join nature education activities to learn about and celebrate NYC’s urban forest.

Leaf Art, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Have fun exploring the unique features of trees and their uniquely shaped leaves. Let your creativity flourish as you craft art inspired by nature.

Animal Encounter, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Learn more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection. This program starts promptly at 11 a.m.

Nature Walk, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.: Explore the environment and discover the wonders of nature. Are you curious about how insects, like the spotted lanternfly, prepare for winter? Get hands-on experience in community science and observe how insect and plant life prepare for seasonal changes while learning how to protect trees from pests. Program starts promptly at noon.

Program is hosted by Prospect Park Alliance. Please visit their website for more information.

Sunday, January 11

Nature Exploration
Prospect Park, Brooklyn, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Join nature education activities to learn about and celebrate NYC’s urban forest.

Leaf Art, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Have fun exploring the unique features of trees and their uniquely shaped leaves. Let your creativity flourish as you craft art inspired by nature.

Animal Encounter, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.: Learn more about the animals in the Audubon Center’s collection. This program starts promptly at 11 a.m.

Nature Walk, 12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m.: Explore the environment and discover the wonders of nature. Are you curious about how insects, like the spotted lanternfly, prepare for winter? Get hands-on experience in community science and observe how insect and plant life prepare for seasonal changes while learning how to protect trees from pests. Program starts promptly at 12 p.m.

Program is hosted by Prospect Park Alliance. Please visit their website for more information.

Saturday, January 17