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Sunday, November 3: The Richard Buegler Fall 10-Mile Greenbelt Walk, hosted by the Protectors of Pine Oak Woods, begins at the Greenbelt Nature Center. Participants will explore the heart of the Greenbelt while exploring the colorful fall woods. For information, call Dominick Durso at 917-478-7607
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Tuesday, November 5: Project WILD is an interdisciplinary education program for grades K-12 emphasizing awareness, appreciation, and understanding of wildlife and natural resources, with hands-on, diverse activities that help develop problem-solving and decision making skills in determining responsible human actions. Whether you teach science, math, language arts, social studies, or physical education, Project WILD is an ideal way to supplement your curriculum and can spark a new interest for your students. Registered participants take home a FREE Project WILD Curriculum and Activity guide. $10 materials fee. Refreshments provided. Registration via Eventbrite.
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THIS EVENING'S GROUP - WED. OCT. 9 - HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE. Wednesdays: The weekly evening group hike covers approximately five miles at a quick pace. All are welcome including children with hiking experience who can cover the distance. Please dress for the weather and terrain, and bring water to sustain you. This hike meets in all seasons. Beginning in October, headlamps or a flashlight is required. Please join us!
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Thursdays October 3- December 5 (excluding Thanksgiving November 28) Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, 2 year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org or call: 351-33450 Fee: $3 per child or free for Greenbelt Conservancy members.
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Thursdays October 3- December 5 (excluding Thanksgiving November 28) Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, children will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required - naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org or by phone: 718-667-2165 Fee: $3 of free for Greenbelt Conservancy members.
This is your chance to participate in the future development and improvement of New York City's hiking trails! During this two-hour "hikeshop", we'll lead you on a walking tour of your local trails and ask you to give your input on trail conditions and features, trail way finding, connectivity to public transit and other trails, as well as general feedback about walking on trails in the city. Please arrive 10 minutes before to check-in and receive your survey for the hike! The meeting location for this event is the Greenbelt Nature Center at 700 Rockland Avenue, Staten Island, NY 10314. Have questions? Email info@naturalareasnyc.org for further information.
Saturday, November 9: Have you ever wondered why we have autumn crimson sunsets and cloudy skies? Join us as we make a cloud finder and take a short hike (weather permitting). Ages 7+. Registration required - call 718-351-3540 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org. Free.
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THIS EVENING'S GROUP - WED. OCT. 9 - HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE. Wednesdays: The weekly evening group hike covers approximately five miles at a quick pace. All are welcome including children with hiking experience who can cover the distance. Please dress for the weather and terrain, and bring water to sustain you. This hike meets in all seasons. Beginning in October, headlamps or a flashlight is required. Please join us!
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Thursdays October 3- December 5 (excluding Thanksgiving November 28) Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, 2 year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org or call: 351-33450 Fee: $3 per child or free for Greenbelt Conservancy members.
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Thursdays October 3- December 5 (excluding Thanksgiving November 28) Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, children will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required - naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org or by phone: 718-667-2165 Fee: $3 of free for Greenbelt Conservancy members.
Join us for a free trail running clinic beginning at 10 am in Willowbrook Park. Meet by the flag pole in front of the Carousel to discuss tips for running the trail terrain. Then enjoy a group trail run lead by our trail ambassador and highly experienced runner, Yolande Rose. The group will run a portion of the actual Fall Flat course, followed by a Q & A session. Wear your running attire and bring water. This is a free event brought to you by the Greenbelt Conservancy. A registration link will be posted shortly.
Saturday, November 16: Observe the changing colors as we hike the Nature Center trail, then make a colorful leaf rubbing to take home. Ages 4 -8. Registration required - call 718-351-3540 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org. Free.
Tuesday, November 19: Warnings by biologists that Staten Island’s forests are facing a severe threat from over-browsing and invasive species have prompted the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation and Borough President James Oddo to partner with the College of Staten Island, the Greenbelt Conservancy and the Protectors of Pine Oak Woods to present a Forest Ecology Forum on Tuesday, November 19th, 2019. The free forum, which is open to the public, will take place at The Center for the Arts at the College of Staten Island beginning at 7pm.
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THIS EVENING'S GROUP - WED. OCT. 9 - HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE. Wednesdays: The weekly evening group hike covers approximately five miles at a quick pace. All are welcome including children with hiking experience who can cover the distance. Please dress for the weather and terrain, and bring water to sustain you. This hike meets in all seasons. Beginning in October, headlamps or a flashlight is required. Please join us!
Wednesday, November 20, 6:30pm Greenbelt Nature Center Each month we feature different science topics and provide experiments designed for children and their guardians to accomplish together. Ages 8-10 with adult chaperone. Free, fun and educationational. Our online registration will begin shortly.
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Thursdays October 3- December 5 (excluding Thanksgiving November 28) Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, 2 year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org or call: 351-33450 Fee: $3 per child or free for Greenbelt Conservancy members.
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Thursdays October 3- December 5 (excluding Thanksgiving November 28) Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, children will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required - naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org or by phone: 718-667-2165 Fee: $3 of free for Greenbelt Conservancy members.
Save the date! Saturday, November 23 at 10 am for the Greenbelt's Annual Fall Flat 5K in Willowbrook Park. This is a great and scenic trail race for beginners and competitive athletes alike. Proceeds help support the Greenbelt Conservancy's trail maintenance and environmental education programs. On-line registration will open shortly. Individual and groups of volunteers are welcome to assist along the course and at our water stop. Please email us if you are interested in assisting: volunteer@sigreenbelt.org - Community service credit is available.
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Saturday, November 23: Staten Island OutLOUD celebrates Greenbelt’s anniversary with community readings from William T. Davis, contemporary Island poets, and “In the Heart of the Sea”, as part of The Big Read, a National Endowment for the Arts initiative. All Ages. Free.
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THIS EVENING'S GROUP - WED. OCT. 9 - HIKE HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO THE INCLEMENT WEATHER. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE. Wednesdays: The weekly evening group hike covers approximately five miles at a quick pace. All are welcome including children with hiking experience who can cover the distance. Please dress for the weather and terrain, and bring water to sustain you. This hike meets in all seasons. Beginning in October, headlamps or a flashlight is required. Please join us!
Friday, November 29: Join us for the annual day after Thanksgiving hike in the Greenbelt! Hike to the LaTourette house with NYC Urban Park Rangers and Greenbelt Educators. This hike is over 2.5 hours and is moderately paced. Ages 10+. No exceptions. Dress appropriately for hiking and for the weather conditions. This program is sponsored by City Councilmember Steven Matteo. Registration required; Call 7178-351-3450 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org And then in the afternoon at 1:30 pm.... Music with Patrick Concert Sing and shake the turkey away during a fun-filled, family-friendly concert. Find fun in the forest as we sing about animals, the outdoors, and the beginning of the winter holiday season. Visit www.musicwithpatrick.com. Registration recommended. Call (718)351-3450 or e-mail naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org.
Thursday, November 29: Music with Patrick Concert Sing and shake the turkey away during a fun-filled, family-friendly concert. Find fun in the forest as we sing about animals, the outdoors, and the beginning of the winter holiday season. Visit www.musicwithpatrick.com. Registration recommended. Call (718)351-3450 or e-mail naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org.
Events in November 2019
The Richard Buegler Fall 10 Mile Greenbelt Walk @ Greenbelt Nature Center
Professional Development for Educators: Project Wild 2.0
Evening Group Hike (Headlamp/flashlight required in Fall & Winter)
Peepers: Nature-inspired classes for two year olds with a caregiver
Tree Tots: Nature inspired programs for 3 and 4 year-olds (with a chaperone)
NYS Stragegic Trails Plan Hike
About this Event
Autumn Skies - Create a cloud finder and hike with us (for ages 7 and above)
Evening Group Hike (Headlamp/flashlight required in Fall & Winter)
Peepers: Nature-inspired classes for two year olds with a caregiver
Tree Tots: Nature inspired programs for 3 and 4 year-olds (with a chaperone)
Trail Running Clinic in Willowbrook Park (get ready for Fall Flat 5K on November 23)
Autumn Leaves Hike - for ages 4 - 8 with chaperone
Forest Ecology Forumn at the College of Staten Island - Learn about the heath and needs of Staten Island forests
Evening Group Hike (Headlamp/flashlight required in Fall & Winter)
Con Edison Family Science Night (for ages 8 - 10)
Peepers: Nature-inspired classes for two year olds with a caregiver
Tree Tots: Nature inspired programs for 3 and 4 year-olds (with a chaperone)
Fall Flat 5K - Save the date!
Community-inspired poetry and prose reading with Staten Island OutLOUD
Evening Group Hike (Headlamp/flashlight required in Fall & Winter)
Sixteenth Annual Day After Thanksgiving Hike
Rock-a-Silly Band with Mr. Patrick
The Richard Buegler Fall 10 Mile Greenbelt Walk @ Greenbelt Nature Center
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Professional Development for Educators: Project Wild 2.0
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Evening Group Hike (Headlamp/flashlight required in Fall & Winter)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Peepers: Nature-inspired classes for two year olds with a caregiver
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Tree Tots: Nature inspired programs for 3 and 4 year-olds (with a chaperone)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
NYS Stragegic Trails Plan Hike
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Autumn Skies - Create a cloud finder and hike with us (for ages 7 and above)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Evening Group Hike (Headlamp/flashlight required in Fall & Winter)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Peepers: Nature-inspired classes for two year olds with a caregiver
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Tree Tots: Nature inspired programs for 3 and 4 year-olds (with a chaperone)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Trail Running Clinic in Willowbrook Park (get ready for Fall Flat 5K on November 23)
Willowbrook Park
1 Eton Place
Staten Island, NY 10314
Autumn Leaves Hike - for ages 4 - 8 with chaperone
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Forest Ecology Forumn at the College of Staten Island - Learn about the heath and needs of Staten Island forests
Evening Group Hike (Headlamp/flashlight required in Fall & Winter)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Con Edison Family Science Night (for ages 8 - 10)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Peepers: Nature-inspired classes for two year olds with a caregiver
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Tree Tots: Nature inspired programs for 3 and 4 year-olds (with a chaperone)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Fall Flat 5K - Save the date!
Willowbrook Park
1 Eton Place
Staten Island, NY 10314
Community-inspired poetry and prose reading with Staten Island OutLOUD
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Evening Group Hike (Headlamp/flashlight required in Fall & Winter)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Sixteenth Annual Day After Thanksgiving Hike
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Rock-a-Silly Band with Mr. Patrick
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314