The Greenbelt Conservancy is
a 501(c)3 tax-excempt organization
Our website is made possible, in part, by a generous grant from The Staten Island Foundation.
Visit the Nature Center
Please note: The Greenbelt Nature Center will be closed on Christmas Day, Sunday, December 25 and New Year’s Day, Sunday, January 1, 2012. The centrally-located Greenbelt Nature Center is a hub for a wide range of Greenbelt activities and programs. Here you may view the Richmond County Savings Foundation exhibits to learn about Greenbelt history, geography, [more...]
Environmental Education
The Greenbelt is an exceptional place for educators and children to explore the wonders of nature. We are always excited to meet new teachers and students, and to welcome back old friends who are already familiar with the Greenbelt and would like to learn more about our forests, meadows, streams and ponds.
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A New Chapter
Our new book, "High Rock and the Greenbelt: The Making of New York City's Largest Park," published by the Center for American Places/University of Virginia Press, is now available Go here to learn more and purchase a copy.
Cold Feat 10K Trail Race in February
Cold Feat 10-K Trail Race, Saturday, February 18, 2012, start/finish at LaTourette Golf Course [more...]
Volunteer Opportunities
We rely on volunteers to help keep the Greenbelt beautiful and forever green. Volunteering here is not only a great way to get involved in your community, it’s a great way to get to know one of New York City’s largest and beautiful parks. [more...]
Natural Resources
The Greenbelt is a network of parklands, natural areas and open spaces owned and/or operated by city, state and private entities on Staten Island. The city parklands in the Greenbelt are: High Rock Park, Deere Park, Reed’s Basket Willow Swamp, Bloodroot Valley, Willowbrook Park, LaTourette Park, William T. Davis Wildlife Refuge, Manor Park, and the Willowbrook/Richmond Parkways. [more...]