• Forest Bathing Sensory Walk & Foraged Tea

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

    'Bathe' in the forest atmosphere using your senses, mindfulness and short guided meditationsThe practice of forest bathing means to immerse oneself in the forest and soak in the atmosphere through the senses. Today's walk at an easy pace will focus on connecting to nature through mindfulness, as we explore our senses and the present moment…

  • 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
  • The Great Noisy Outdoors: Tiny Tots (Ages 3-5), $4 per child upon arrival

    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…

  • Frida Kahlo’s Masks: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

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

    Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with us!Frida Kahlo painted sugar skulls as reflections between life and death. Create your own sugar skull masks to spark your own creativity!$4 per adult 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…

  • 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
  • Biking History Tour: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

    Caumsett State Historic Park Preserve 25 Lloyd Harbor Road, Lloyd Harbor, NY, United States

    Join us for this new program!Travel through the preserve's unique history on a guided biking tour. All participants must bring their own bike and helmet!$ 4.00 per person upon arrival. $8 parking fee is in effect!Reservations are required. Please make sure all adults in your party have a registered ticket! Space is limited! If you…

  • Environmental Science Merit Badge!

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

    Scouts BSA - Environmental Science Merit Badge!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 with…

  • Sunset Up North: Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

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

    Take a guided hike around sunset!Take a guided hike around sunset through the Preserve to see what kind of wildlife are out and about. Be prepared to hike 2-3miles. Dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear.Adult Program only! We will be driving up to the hatchery parking lot to start our hike!$ 4.00 per…

  • Charley Harper’s Art, Adult Program, $4 per adult upon arrival

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

    Join us to learn about the life and work of American artist Charley Harper.Join us to learn about the life and work of American artist Charley Harper. Known for his…

  • 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…

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

    Nissequogue River State Park 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…

  • Marsh Studies – Children’s program, $4 cash per child upon arrival

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

    Join us as we explore the creature that make the marsh their home!Summer is winding down, so let's make the most of the warm weather in the marsh! From snails and crabs, to fish and birds, life in the marsh is still in full swing! Bring your water shoes as we observe some summertime marsh…

  • 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
  • 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
  • Diwali in Prospect Park

    Prospect Park Boathouse + Audubon Center 101 East Drive, Brooklyn, NY, United States

    Join Prospect Park Alliance and Indian Dance Arts Educator, Aeilushi Mistry, for Diwali in Prospect Park!Join Prospect Park Alliance and Indian Dance Arts Educator, Aeilushi Mistry, for Diwali in Prospect Park! Enjoy the family-friendly celebration of the Hindu Festival of Lights at the Prospect Park Boathouse. Diwali symbolizes the spiritual victory of light over darkness,…

  • Winter Moss & Lichen Walk!

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

    Join us for an easy guided hike as we explore the fascinating world of mosses and lichens!Join us for an easy guided hike on our private trails! Winter is a wonderful time to focus on mosses and lichens, including identifying the differences and similarities, and diving into the role and resilience of these ancient organisms.…

  • Communication Merit Badge!

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

    Earn your Scouts BSA Communication Merit BadgeTaught by our certified merit badge counselors who have completed Youth Protection Training.Scouts MUST bring a blue card signed by their unit leader/scoutmaster with all requirements listedScouts should wear their uniform.Pre-requisites should be completed prior to the in-person class: #1a, #3 (write your speech, we will present during the…

  • Environmental Science Merit Badge!

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

    Earn your Eagle required Scouts BSA Environmental Science Merit Badge!Taught by our certified merit badge counselors who have completed Youth Protection Training.Scouts MUST bring a blue card signed by their…

  • Tree Tapping & Foraged Tea!

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

    Help us tap our trees for maple sugaring season, and make some foraged winter tea.Let’s kick off Maple Sugaring season with this fun behind the scenes program! Come help our senior educators ID the perfect trees, drill the holes, set the spiles, and hang the buckets to prepare for this annual winter tradition. Afterwards we…

  • Connect2Care Free Lunch & Learns

    Prospect Park Boathouse + Audubon Center 101 East Drive, Brooklyn, NY, United States

    Make 2025 your healthiest year yet, right in the heart of Brooklyn’s Backyard! Join a free Connect2Care lunch and learn.