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Sunday, October 1 Join us as we will look and listen for signs of fall as we hike the trails of the central Greenbelt. From subtle color changes to pronounced calls of passing songbirds, there will be a lot to experience along this discovery hike geared for ages 8+. Registration required. Call (718)351-3450 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org N/A N/A N/A Please note that this event has moved back to the Greenbelt Nature Center Most Wednesdays - Check our Facebook page - "The Greenbelt Conservancy" for updates The hike is moderately paced, Bring a headlamp along as it is beginning to be dark when we return! Join us for our weekly evening hike where we will cover 4/5 miles. There are some small climbs but it's fairly easy. You will probably see parts of the Greenbelt and the trail system that you haven't seen before! Dress for the weather and trail conditions. Bring water and a snack if you think you'll need it. No reservation is required. We go in all weather unless conditions are dangerous. Always check the Greenbelt Conservancy's Facebook page for updates on changes or cancellations. This event is made possible thanks to the generous funding from NYC Council Member, Joseph C. Borelli of the 51st District on Staten Island, as part of the Greener NYC Initiative. N/A Mighty oaks from little acorns grow. Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, two year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required. Fee: $3 per child/Free for Greenbelt Conservancy Members. Contact us here: 718-351-3450 or naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org N/A N/A A six week series: Saturday, October 7, 14, 21, 28 and November 4 & 11 Running through the woods can nurture the soul, free the mind and tone the body. Join us for one or all of these free six clinics/runs designed to help you become more comfortable and adept at trail running. Stride adjustment, trail assessment, gear choices and safety will be discussed. The group will run the trails at a comfortable pace under the leadership of Anthony Maranzano, an experienced trail runner and marathoner. Anthony has considerable experience running along the Greenbelt trails, and in our seasonal trail races. This free series is funded by NYC Council Member, Joseph Borelli of the 51st District in Staten Island. Click here to register for this free event. Space is limited to 15 participants so please cancel if you find you cannot attend. Thank you! A six week series: Saturday, October 7, 14, 21, 28 and November 4 & 11 Our Saturday, October 7 session is full; please choose another date to join us. Scroll down for registration link. Running through the woods can nurture the soul, free the mind and tone the body. Join us for one or all of these free six clinics/runs designed to help you become more comfortable and adept at trail running. Stride adjustment, trail assessment, gear choices and safety will be discussed. The group will run the trails at a comfortable pace under the leadership of Anthony Maranzano, an experienced trail runner and marathoner. Anthony has considerable experience running along the Greenbelt trails, and in our seasonal trail races. Click here to register for this free event. Space is limited to 15 participants so please cancel if you find you cannot attend. Thank you! – Saturday, October 7, 12 noon - 4 pm Join us for our annual Pumpkin Festival where the "prettiest pumpkins prevail in our patch!" Our bright orange pumpkins are reasonably priced, and the pumpkin patch is a great backdrop for photos! We will kick off the day with "Music with Patrick," and all are invited to sing and dance along! Our friends from Quiver Farms Petting Zoo will visit for a portion of the day. Lots of other nature-based activities are in store. We have old fashion fun activities, and of course, Carousel rides for just $2.00 per spin. – Saturday, October 7, 2017 - this event is full. (there will be another Hawk Watch on Saturday, October 29) Moses Mountain, in the heart of the Greenbelt, is a prime location to watch as many as ten species of raptors flying overhead on their southbound migration to wintering grounds. Red-tailed hawks, falcons, osprey, red-shouldered hawks and more are possible on this trip. Join Seth Wollney, ecologist, and learn about why hawks migrate and how to identify different species as they flyby. Meet at the corner of Meisner Ave and Rockland Ave for a walk up to the top of Moses Mountain. This event is made possible thanks to the generous funding from NYC Council Member, Joseph C. Borelli of the 51st District on Staten Island, as part of the Greener NYC Initiative. N/A – N/A N/A N/A Please note that this event has moved back to the Greenbelt Nature Center Most Wednesdays - Check our Facebook page - "The Greenbelt Conservancy" for updates The hike is moderately paced, Bring a headlamp along as it is beginning to be dark when we return! Join us for our weekly evening hike where we will cover 4/5 miles. There are some small climbs but it's fairly easy. You will probably see parts of the Greenbelt and the trail system that you haven't seen before! Dress for the weather and trail conditions. Bring water and a snack if you think you'll need it. No reservation is required. We go in all weather unless conditions are dangerous. Always check the Greenbelt Conservancy's Facebook page for updates on changes or cancellations. This event is made possible thanks to the generous funding from NYC Council Member, Joseph C. Borelli of the 51st District on Staten Island, as part of the Greener NYC Initiative. N/A Mighty oaks from little acorns grow. Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, two year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required. Fee: $3 per child/Free for Greenbelt Conservancy Members. Contact us here: 718-351-3450 or naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org N/A N/A – Saturday, October 14, 2017 This season we are bringing several of our environmental education programs out of the Greenbelt and into neighboring Staten Island parks. Join us for "Greenbelt on the Go!" Have you ever asked yourself, “what type of sparrow is that?”. October is prime time to learn how to identify and appreciate all the different species of sparrow that fill our fields and woodland edges. Expect to see song, field, white-throated and white-crowned sparrows, along with others on this walk. Meet in the visit center parking lot at the end of Hylan Blvd. This event is made possible thanks to the generous funding from NYC Council Member, Joseph C. Borelli of the 51st District on Staten Island, as part of the Greener NYC Initiative. Our October 7 & 14 sessions have reached capacity. Please choose on of the four remaining clinics. A six week series: Saturday, October 7, 14, 21, 28 and November 4 & 11 Running through the woods can nurture the soul, free the mind and tone the body. Join us for one or all of these free six clinics/runs designed to help you become more comfortable and adept at trail running. Stride adjustment, trail assessment, gear choices and safety will be discussed. The group will run the trails at a comfortable pace under the leadership of Anthony Maranzano, an experienced trail runner and marathoner. Anthony has considerable experience running along the Greenbelt trails, and in our seasonal trail races. This free series is funded by NYC Council Member, Joseph Borelli of the 51st District in Staten Island. Click here to register for this free event. Space is limited to 15 participants so please cancel if you find you cannot attend. Thank you! A six week series: Saturday, October 7, 14, 21, 28 and November 4 & 11 Running through the woods can nurture the soul, free the mind and tone the body. Join us for one or all of these free six clinics/runs designed to help you become more comfortable and adept at trail running. Stride adjustment, trail assessment, gear choices and safety will be discussed. The group will run the trails at a comfortable pace under the leadership of Anthony Maranzano, an experienced trail runner and marathoner. Anthony has considerable experience running along the Greenbelt trails, and in our seasonal trail races. This free series is funded by NYC Council Member, Joseph Borelli of the 51st District in Staten Island. Click here to register for this free event. Space is limited to 15 participants so please cancel if you find you cannot attend. Thank you! N/A Sunday, October 15 As we approach peak foliage, hike the trails of the Central Greenbelt in search of seasonal serendipity. Perhaps there will be songbirds, spicebush berries, spider webs, and/or other fascinating finds along this discovery hike geared for ages 8+. Registration required. Call (718)351-3450 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org N/A N/A Tuesday, October 17 Join us on a Tuesday each month during the school year from 11:45- 12:45pm for ages 5—9 at the Greenbelt Nature Center and from 11:30—1:00 pm for ages 10-14, and at High Rock Park, for themed programming designed with your homeschool learner in mind. Our knowledgeable staff and volunteers, and our resources are here to help you expand and enhance your curriculum. Fee: $8 per session for non-members/$6 Greenbelt Conservancy members. Pre-registration and pre- payment required. Pay for four sessions, and get one for free! Below are the curriculum topics for our October lessons. Click here to register I. Owls of the Greenbelt for ages 5 -9 Greenbelt Nature Center - 11:45 - 12:45 II. Bat Program for ages 10- 14 High Rock Park, 200 Nevada Avenue N/A Please note that this event has moved back to the Greenbelt Nature Center Most Wednesdays - Check our Facebook page - "The Greenbelt Conservancy" for updates The hike is moderately paced, Bring a headlamp along as it is beginning to be dark when we return! Join us for our weekly evening hike where we will cover 4/5 miles. There are some small climbs but it's fairly easy. You will probably see parts of the Greenbelt and the trail system that you haven't seen before! Dress for the weather and trail conditions. Bring water and a snack if you think you'll need it. No reservation is required. We go in all weather unless conditions are dangerous. Always check the Greenbelt Conservancy's Facebook page for updates on changes or cancellations. This event is made possible thanks to the generous funding from NYC Council Member, Joseph C. Borelli of the 51st District on Staten Island, as part of the Greener NYC Initiative. The David LaTourette House serves at the clubhouse for the LaTourette 18-hole public course. Most Wednesdays - Check our Facebook page - "The Greenbelt Conservancy" for updates The hike is moderately paced, Bring a headlamp along as it is beginning to be dark when we return! Join us for our weekly evening hike where we will cover 4/5 miles. There are some small climbs but it's fairly easy. You will probably see parts of the Greenbelt and the trail system that you haven't seen before! Dress for the weather and trail conditions. Bring water and a snack if you think you'll need it. No reservation is required. We go in all weather unless conditions are dangerous. Always check the Greenbelt Conservancy's Facebook page for updates on changes or cancellations. Please save the date for our free Pasta Party highlighting our NYC Marathon Charity Runners, and all of our local friends who are participating in this amazing race on Sunday November 5. Everyone is welcome. The evening will also feature our annual meeting where members and the general public are invited to learn about Greenbelt Conservancy highlights and future plans from the Greenbelt Conservancy board members. Call us at 718-667-2165, ext. 308 to RSVP. N/A Mighty oaks from little acorns grow. Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, two year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required. Fee: $3 per child/Free for Greenbelt Conservancy Members. Contact us here: 718-351-3450 or naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org N/A N/A – This event has been canceled - we apologize for any inconvenience. Saturday, Oct 21 Join Jimmy Lopez, BREATHE(TM) Certified Instructor and owner of Monkey Bar Gym S.I.N.Y, to learn how to systematically correct your breathing style and strengthen the muscles used for respiration. Fees apply, and pre-registration is required. Contact wood@sigreenbelt.org for more information. Saturday, October 21 Join us for a fulfilling day of volunteering outdoors in the Greenbelt to help keep the trail system in great hiking and running condition. Children are welcome with an adult chaperone and community service credit is available. Tools and gloves will be provided. Please dress for the weather and terrain. Contact us at 718-667-2165, ext. 311 or via email - volunteer@sigreenbelt.org - for other details. A six week series: Saturday, October 7, 14, 21, 28 and November 4 & 11 Running through the woods can nurture the soul, free the mind and tone the body. Join us for one or all of these free six clinics/runs designed to help you become more comfortable and adept at trail running. Stride adjustment, trail assessment, gear choices and safety will be discussed. The group will run the trails at a comfortable pace under the leadership of Anthony Maranzano, an experienced trail runner and marathoner. Anthony has considerable experience running along the Greenbelt trails, and in our seasonal trail races. This free series is funded by NYC Council Member, Joseph Borelli of the 51st District in Staten Island. Click here to register for this free event. Space is limited to 15 participants so please cancel if you find you cannot attend. Thank you! 1-3pm 50th anniversary of Public Art in NYC Parks: Celebrate at the Greenbelt Nature Center! N/A – Sunday, October 22 Join us for a long hike during peak foliage time! Meet in front of the flag pole by the Carousel in Willowbrook park. We will hike the entire White Trail. Enjoy both forest and coastal ecosystems as we travel from Willowbrook Park to Great Kills Park. This brisk-paced hike is approximately 8 miles one way. Bring water, a snack, and insect repellent. Registration required. Call (718)351-3450 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org. N/A N/A N/A Please note that this event has moved back to the Greenbelt Nature Center Most Wednesdays - Check our Facebook page - "The Greenbelt Conservancy" for updates The hike is moderately paced, Bring a headlamp along as it is beginning to be dark when we return! Join us for our weekly evening hike where we will cover 4/5 miles. There are some small climbs but it's fairly easy. You will probably see parts of the Greenbelt and the trail system that you haven't seen before! Dress for the weather and trail conditions. Bring water and a snack if you think you'll need it. No reservation is required. We go in all weather unless conditions are dangerous. Always check the Greenbelt Conservancy's Facebook page for updates on changes or cancellations. This event is made possible thanks to the generous funding from NYC Council Member, Joseph C. Borelli of the 51st District on Staten Island, as part of the Greener NYC Initiative. Please note that this event has moved back to the Greenbelt Nature Center Most Wednesdays - Check our Facebook page - "The Greenbelt Conservancy" for updates The hike is moderately paced, Bring a headlamp along as it is beginning to be dark when we return! Join us for our weekly evening hike where we will cover 4/5 miles. There are some small climbs but it's fairly easy. You will probably see parts of the Greenbelt and the trail system that you haven't seen before! Dress for the weather and trail conditions. Bring water and a snack if you think you'll need it. No reservation is required. We go in all weather unless conditions are dangerous. Always check the Greenbelt Conservancy's Facebook page for updates on changes or cancellations. This event is made possible thanks to the generous funding from NYC Council Member, Joseph C. Borelli of the 51st District on Staten Island, as part of the Greener NYC Initiative. Please note that this event will begin from Latofurette golf course - just for tonight Most Wednesdays - Check our Facebook page - "The Greenbelt Conservancy" for updates The hike is moderately paced, Bring a headlamp along as it is beginning to be dark when we return! Join us for our weekly evening hike where we will cover 4/5 miles. There are some small climbs but it's fairly easy. You will probably see parts of the Greenbelt and the trail system that you haven't seen before! Dress for the weather and trail conditions. Bring water and a snack if you think you'll need it. No reservation is required. We go in all weather unless conditions are dangerous. Always check the Greenbelt Conservancy's Facebook page for updates on changes or cancellations. This event is made possible thanks to the generous funding from NYC Council Member, Joseph C. Borelli of the 51st District on Staten Island, as part of the Greener NYC Initiative. Wednesday, October 25 Con Edison Family Science Night in the Greenbelt for October is "Crazy about Chemistry. Go here to register. These sessions will take place once a month through August, 2018. Families (please no scout troops) are invited to gather in the Greenbelt to explore a range of science topics and activities. Exercises and experiments are designed for children and parents to work on together. Registration is required, and class size is limited; we will maintain a waiting list as sessions fill quickly. Feel free to call us at 718-351-3450 if you would like more information. Stay tuned for our upcoming session topics. Wednesday, October 25 Con Edison Family Science Night in the Greenbelt for October is "Crazy about Chemistry. Go here to register. These sessions will take place once a month through August, 2018. Families (please no scout troops) are invited to gather in the Greenbelt to explore a range of science topics and activities. Exercises and experiments are designed for children and parents to work on together. Registration is required, and class size is limited; we will maintain a waiting list as sessions fill quickly. Feel free to call us at 718-351-3450 if you would like more information. Stay tuned for our upcoming session topics. N/A Mighty oaks from little acorns grow. Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, two year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required. Fee: $3 per child/Free for Greenbelt Conservancy Members. Contact us here: 718-351-3450 or naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org N/A N/A A six week series: Saturday, October 7, 14, 21, 28 and November 4 & 11 Running through the woods can nurture the soul, free the mind and tone the body. Join us for one or all of these free six clinics/runs designed to help you become more comfortable and adept at trail running. Stride adjustment, trail assessment, gear choices and safety will be discussed. The group will run the trails at a comfortable pace under the leadership of Anthony Maranzano, an experienced trail runner and marathoner. Anthony has considerable experience running along the Greenbelt trails, and in our seasonal trail races. This free series is funded by NYC Council Member, Joseph Borelli of the 51st District in Staten Island. Click here to register for this free event. Space is limited to 15 participants so please cancel if you find you cannot attend. Thank you! N/A Sunday, Oct 29 ] – Go here to register - Hurry, space is limited! Join Seth Wollney, birder and ecologist, on top of Moses Mountain to watch as many as ten species of raptors flying overhead on their southward migration to wintering grounds. Red-shouldered hawks, merlin, bald eagles and more are possible on this trip. Learn why hawks migrate and how to identify different species as they flyby. Meet at the corner of Meisner Ave and Rockland Ave for a walk up to the top of Moses Mountain. This event is made possible thanks to the generous funding from NYC Council Member, Joseph C. Borelli of the 51st District on Staten Island, as part of the Greener NYC Initiative. Sunday, Oct 29 Due to unforeseen circumstances, this even has been canceled. It shall be rescheduled for a later date in Winter, 2018. We apologize for any inconvenience. Join us at the Greenbelt Nature Center when Paul Sieswerda, former curator of the New England and New York Aquariums and founder and director of Gotham Whale, will discuss current preservation efforts and whales in the New York Harbor area. To learn more about the Gotham Whale organization, visit www.gothamwhale.org Registration required. Call (718)351-3450 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org. N/A N/A
Events in October 2017
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 1, 2017 
Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Start of Fall Hike
October 1, 2017 Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 2, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 3, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 4, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Evening Group Hike – Beginning at Greenbelt Nature Center
October 4, 2017 Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 5, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Peepers: Learning about Nature for two year-olds
October 5, 2017 
Tree Tots: Learning about Nature for three and four year-olds
October 5, 2017 
Mighty oaks from little acorns grow. Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, three and four year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required. Fee: $3 per child/Free for Greenbelt Conservancy Members. Contact us at 718-351-3450 or by email: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.orgVisit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 6, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 7, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running (Clinic/Group Run)
October 7, 2017 
Session Full: Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running Series (Clinic/Group Run)
October 7, 2017 This free series is funded by NYC Council Member, Joseph Borelli of the 51st District in Staten Island.
Annual Pumpkin Festival at the Carousel for All Children
October 7, 2017 
Hawk Watch at Moses Mountain - this event is full
October 7, 2017 
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 8, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Deer Exploration Hike with the NYC Urban Park Rangers
October 8, 2017 Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 9, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 10, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 11, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Evening Group Hike – Beginning at Greenbelt Nature Center
October 11, 2017 Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 12, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Peepers: Learning about Nature for two year-olds
October 12, 2017 Tree Tots: Learning about Nature for three and four year-olds
October 12, 2017 Mighty oaks from little acorns grow. Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, three and four year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required. Fee: $3 per child/Free for Greenbelt Conservancy Members. Contact us at 718-351-3450 or by email: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.orgVisit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 13, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 14, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Greenbelt on the Go: Sparrows at Conference House Park
October 14, 2017 Event is Full: Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running (Clinic/Group Run)
October 14, 2017 Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running (Clinic/Group Run)
October 14, 2017 Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 15, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Fall at its Finest - Hike the trails with us
October 15, 2017 Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 16, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 17, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Home-school Programs for two age groups - Owls and Bats
October 17, 2017
Learn about the raptors of the night that live in the forest, and explore their diet with a hands-on owl pellet discovery dissection. Click here to register
Discuss bat anatomy, behavior, and their ecological importance. Play the "Bat and Month" game to gain an understanding of echolocation. Students will construct two bat houses as a group. (Note to parents: We will be using hammers, nails, etc. to construct the bat houses. Click here to register Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 18, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Evening Group Hike – Beginning at Greenbelt Nature Center
October 18, 2017 Evening Group Hike – Beginning at LaTourette Golf Course tonight
October 18, 2017 
Pasta Party and Annual Meeting at the Nature Center
October 18, 2017 
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 19, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Peepers: Learning about Nature for two year-olds
October 19, 2017 Tree Tots: Learning about Nature for three and four year-olds
October 19, 2017 Mighty oaks from little acorns grow. Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, three and four year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required. Fee: $3 per child/Free for Greenbelt Conservancy Members. Contact us at 718-351-3450 or by email: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.orgVisit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 20, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 21, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Mindful Breathing - This event has been canceled
October 21, 2017 It's My Park Day: Volunteer along the trails/plant trees
October 21, 2017
We will be working with the Protectors of Pine Oak Woods on a Viburnum Planting Project - planting 50 Arrowwood Viburnums throughout the park in an attempt to replace some of those that have been killed by Viburnum Leaf Beetles. Protectors will provide gloves, tools and refreshments. In case of heavy rain, the planting will be postponed until Sunday, October 22.Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running (Clinic/Group Run)
October 21, 2017 Fiftieth Anniversary of Public Art in NYC & Nature Poetry Open Mic
October 21, 2017
1-2pm Bryan Roessel, a Rockland County-based science teacher and poetry slammaster, Rock Slam, will be performing spoken word and hosting a nature poetry open mic.
Also, contribute to a collaborative mural and learn more about public art in NYC Parks. Light refreshments provided.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 22, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Trail of the Month Hike: White Trail (a long hike!)
October 22, 2017 Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 23, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 24, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 25, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Evening Group Hike – Beginning at Greenbelt Nature Center
October 25, 2017 Evening Group Hike – Beginning at LaTourette Golf Course tonight
October 25, 2017 Evening Group Hike – Beginning at LaTourette Golf Course tonight
October 25, 2017 Con Edison Family Science Night in the Greenbelt
October 25, 2017 
Con Edison Family Science Night in the Greenbelt - Crazy about Chemistry
October 25, 2017 Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 26, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Peepers: Learning about Nature for two year-olds
October 26, 2017 Tree Tots: Learning about Nature for three and four year-olds
October 26, 2017 Mighty oaks from little acorns grow. Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, three and four year-olds and their caregivers will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required. Fee: $3 per child/Free for Greenbelt Conservancy Members. Contact us at 718-351-3450 or by email: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.orgVisit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 27, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 28, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running (Clinic/Group Run)
October 28, 2017 Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 29, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.The Richard Buegler Autumn 10-Mile Greenbelt Walk
October 29, 2017
Join our friends from the Protectors of Pine Oak Woods for the Fall 10-mile hike. They will begin at Deere Park, the northern gateway to Staten Island’s magnificent centerpiece. The Greenbelt stretches south across the peak of Todt Hill and cascades through the deciduous woodlands that inhabit Staten Island’s heartland. Explore the woods and wetlands of our borough’s largest park with Protectors as we enjoy the fall foliage. Participants will meet along Staten Island Boulevard behind the Petrides Complex. For more information call Dominick Durso at (917) 478-7607.EVENT CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER: Hawk watch at Moses Mountain
October 29, 2017 
Sunday, October 29, 2017EVENT CANCELED - Whales: Then and Now
October 29, 2017 
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October 30, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
October 31, 2017 Our parks - High Rock and Willowbrook - and our trail system, are open every day from dawn to dusk. Some parking areas may close earlier, so please check signage. Also, visit the Greenbelt Nature Center to learn about our offerings for visitors of all ages and interests. Click here for information and hours of operation.
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Start of Fall Hike
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Evening Group Hike – Beginning at Greenbelt Nature Center
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Peepers: Learning about Nature for two year-olds
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Tree Tots: Learning about Nature for three and four year-olds
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running (Clinic/Group Run)
Willowbrook Park
1 Eton Place
Staten Island, NY 10314
Session Full: Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running Series (Clinic/Group Run)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Annual Pumpkin Festival at the Carousel for All Children
Hawk Watch at Moses Mountain - this event is full
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Deer Exploration Hike with the NYC Urban Park Rangers
Sunday, October 8
Join the NYC Urban Park Rangers for a Deer Exploration Hike along the trails in High Rock Park. Dress for the weather and terrain. No registration is required. Meet by the entrance gate to the park.
High Rock Park
200 Nevada Avenue
Staten Island, NY , 10306
718-667-2165
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Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Evening Group Hike – Beginning at Greenbelt Nature Center
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Peepers: Learning about Nature for two year-olds
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Tree Tots: Learning about Nature for three and four year-olds
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Greenbelt on the Go: Sparrows at Conference House Park
Event is Full: Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running (Clinic/Group Run)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running (Clinic/Group Run)
Willowbrook Park
1 Eton Place
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Fall at its Finest - Hike the trails with us
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Home-school Programs for two age groups - Owls and Bats
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Evening Group Hike – Beginning at Greenbelt Nature Center
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Evening Group Hike – Beginning at LaTourette Golf Course tonight
LaTourette Golf Course
1001 Richmond HIll Road
Staten Island, NY 10306
Pasta Party and Annual Meeting at the Nature Center
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Peepers: Learning about Nature for two year-olds
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Tree Tots: Learning about Nature for three and four year-olds
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Mindful Breathing - This event has been canceled
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
It's My Park Day: Volunteer along the trails/plant trees
High Rock Park
200 Nevada Avenue
Staten Island, NY , 10306
718-667-2165
Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running (Clinic/Group Run)
Willowbrook Park
1 Eton Place
Staten Island, NY 10314
Fiftieth Anniversary of Public Art in NYC & Nature Poetry Open Mic
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Trail of the Month Hike: White Trail (a long hike!)
Willowbrook Park
1 Eton Place
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Evening Group Hike – Beginning at Greenbelt Nature Center
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Evening Group Hike – Beginning at LaTourette Golf Course tonight
LaTourette Golf Course
1001 Richmond HIll Road
Staten Island, NY 10306
Evening Group Hike – Beginning at LaTourette Golf Course tonight
LaTourette Golf Course
1001 Richmond HIll Road
Staten Island, NY 10306
Con Edison Family Science Night in the Greenbelt
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Con Edison Family Science Night in the Greenbelt - Crazy about Chemistry
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Peepers: Learning about Nature for two year-olds
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Tree Tots: Learning about Nature for three and four year-olds
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Running Wild: Introduction to Trail Running (Clinic/Group Run)
Willowbrook Park
1 Eton Place
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
The Richard Buegler Autumn 10-Mile Greenbelt Walk
Deere Park
Staten Island Boulevard
EVENT CANCELED DUE TO WEATHER: Hawk watch at Moses Mountain
EVENT CANCELED - Whales: Then and Now
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!
Visit our parks and trail system - open every day!