Summer Lantern Walk, Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve 581 W Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY, United States

Take a leisurely nighttime stroll at Caleb Smith State Park!Join us for one of our popular evening lantern walks at Caleb Smith State Park. Experience one of the park's most scenic trails with the ambiance of lantern light!$4 cash per person upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are…

Urban Farm Volunteers

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! Whether you are new to our Farm or have been a tried-and-true weekly volunteer, come and join us on the Farm. No registration required. Volunteers must be at least 10 years old. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who…

FREE

Fossil Finds – Children’s program , $4 cash per child upon arrival

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Explore the world of fossils!Journey through time as we explore what kinds of plants and animals lived on Earth in the past.Program is indoors and space is limited.$4 per child upon arrival. Reservations are required for all programs. Space is limited. If you are unable to keep your reservation, please cancel so others may have…

Mining for Minerals Geology Hike!

The New Weis Center for Education, Arts & Recreation 150 Snake Den Road, Ringwood, NJ, United States

Join us as we take a hike through the forest to focus on the unique GEOLOGY of the area.Join our Weis educators on a hike to discover why earth rocks! We will learn how to identify rocks and minerals and see how geology shapes the natural world and our daily lives.Ages 8 and up; under…

Yoga in the Park

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Kayak Nature Tour: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

Nissequogue River State Park 799 Saint Johnland Road, Kings Park, NY, United States

Kayak the Nissequogue River with us!Come explore the Nissequogue River by kayak with us!This program requires you to bring your own kayak, paddle, life jacket & other equipment you may need.Learn some new paddling techniques as well as learn about the natural world of the Nissequogue River as we search for birds, turtles, and other…

Tiny Tots in a Tiny World : Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Explore the natural world with us!Tiny Tot Programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3-5 years old.$ 4 per child upon arrival. Meet at the nature center in Field 1! Space is limited! Reservations are required! Please make sure every child in your…

Fun on the Farm

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Engage in some fun on the Urban Farm every Saturday! Join Randall’s Island staff for seasonal activities inspired by the Farm and natural areas. All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Yoga in the Park

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Urban Farm Volunteers

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! Whether you are new to our Farm or have been a tried-and-true weekly volunteer, come and join us on the Farm. No registration required. Volunteers must be at least 10 years old. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who…

FREE

Yoga in the Park

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Bat Safari: Family Program, $4 per person upon arrival

Connetquot River State Park Preserve 4090 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale, NY, United States

Enter the mysterious world of these often misunderstood animals!Enter the mysterious world of these fascinating and misunderstood animals! Join us for a short presentation then take a walk in the Preserve to observe bats during their evening insect hunt.Family Programs are geared towards children 6 and up!$ 4.00 per person upon arrival. No parking fee…

Field Journaling, Family Program ages 12+, $4 per person upon arrival

Caleb Smith State Park Preserve 581 W Jericho Turnpike, Smithtown, NY, United States

Come learn how to make a personalized nature field journal!Explore Caleb Smith with pencil in hand as we sketch and describe the fascinating natural world that we observe. Practice writing and drawing skills while enjoying science and nature. All levels of experience are welcome, and all materials are provided – but feel free to bring…

Fun on the Farm

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Engage in some fun on the Urban Farm every Saturday! Join Randall’s Island staff for seasonal activities inspired by the Farm and natural areas. All ages welcome. Location: Urban Farm For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Yoga in the Park

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Urban Farm Volunteers

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! Whether you are new to our Farm or have been a tried-and-true weekly volunteer, come and join us on the Farm. No registration required. Volunteers must be at least 10 years old. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who…

FREE

Horseshoe Crab Walk – Family program, $4 cash per person upon arrival

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 3 New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Join us for a hike to look for horseshoe crabs!Let’s investigate these living fossils that come to our shores in the spring! We will have a short lesson, followed by a walk down to the marsh to observe these creatures during their high tide spawning periods. Wear shoes that can get wet.$4 per cash person…

Yoga in the Park

Randall's Island Park Randall's Island Park (Fields 39/40), New York, NY, United States

Stretch, breathe, and find your inner peace at our outdoor yoga classes. Free. No registration required. Bring your own mat and water. Location: along the waterfront adjacent to Field 80 For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information, please email [email protected].

FREE

Jumping for Jellyfish: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival

Sunken Meadow State Park Lot 1, Nature Center New York State Reference Route 908K, Kings Park, NY, United States

Explore the natural world with us!Tiny Tot Programs will connect children and their parents with nature through short walks, animal visitors, and crafts. For children ages 3-5 years old.$ 4 per child upon arrival. Meet at the nature center in Field 1! Space is limited! Reservations are required! Please make sure every child in your…

Citizenship in the World Merit Badge

The New Weis Center for Education, Arts & Recreation 150 Snake Den Road, Ringwood, NJ, United States

Earn your Eagle Scout required Citizenship in the World Merit Badge!Pre-requisites: #4c and #7a & b. These should be completed PRIOR to the in-person class, and we will review and discuss during class.Taught by our certified merit badge counselors, who have completed Youth Protection Training.Scouts MUST bring a blue card signed by their unit leader/scoutmaster…