Sunday, November 11: Hike the Red trail loop, as well as the trail extension toward Historic Richmond Town. We will meet and begin at the Greenbelt Nature Center. This is a brisk paced hike; mileage and duration will depend on the pace/size of the group. Please dress for the weather and terrain, and bring water if you think you may need it. Free and fun! Registration required. Call 718-351-3450 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org Every Wednesday: Join our Greenbelt environmental educators/naturalists for a moderate paced hike on Wednesday afternoons. The pace will be determined by the group. We'll observe seasonal changes in the forest and enjoy learning some background and history of the Greenbelt. Dress for the weather and terrain. Sturdy shoes are a must. If you have any questions regarding further details, or cancellations, contact us at: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org or by phone at 718-351-3450. – Every Wednesday unless weather conditions are severe (regular amounts of snow won't stop us from going out!): Join us for our weekly evening, guided hike where we will cover 4/5 miles. There are some small climbs but it's fairly easy. We try to maintain a quick pace but can accommodate all skill levels. You will see parts of the Greenbelt and the trail system that you haven't seen before! We typically meet at the Greenbelt Nature Center unless there is a special program being held, in which case we begin and end at the LaTourette Golf Course Clubhouse, 1001 Richmond Hill Road. Always check the event listings here for any changes. Dress for the weather and trail conditions. Proper footwear is essential. 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 (thunder storms). Always check the Greenbelt Conservancy's Facebook page for updates on changes or cancellations (Cancellations generally only occur in very bad weather). As the days get shorter, we will leave and return in the dark so please bring a flashlight or headlamp to be prepared. – Thursdays October 4 - December 13 (excluding Thursday, November 22 - Thanksgiving Day) – Thursdays October 4 - December 13 (excluding Thanksgiving November 22rd) – Fridays, November 2 - 16, and November 30, 2 - 4 pm: Join us for a creative writing workshop for seniors, led by Marianna Randazzo, designed to express thoughts and feelings about nature through language. Seniors will try several different creative writing styles, including field and reflective journaling, poetry and story writing, and writing from a specific perspective. Draft-writing will be conducted outdoors on the grounds of the Greenbelt Nature Center (weather-permitting); at the conclusion of the class, students will have the opportunity to create a final copy of their favorite piece of writing from the session and present it to their fellow participants. Registration is free but required as space is limited: Contact us via email at: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org or by phone; 718-351-3450 This event is funded, in part, by Poets & Writers with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. – Save the date: Saturday, November 17 for the Greenbelt's annual 5K trail race around Willowbrook Lake and surrounding woodlands. The trees dazzle us with fall colors in late November; the cooler temperatures and flat terrain add to the experience. Stay around for a fun awards ceremony and refreshments. This is a family-friendly race, and/or bring your office and gym mates for a great morning of activity while supporting the work of the nonprofit Greenbelt Conservancy. Participants receive a high quality race shirt, chip timing and post race festivities. Click here for Fall Flat Registration For live race day results, please click here. – Saturday, November 17: Celebrate National Take a Hike Day by hitting the trails with us for an easy loop hike! Afterwards, stay to make an optional leaf craft celebrating the shapes and colors of fall. Ages 4+. Free program. Registration required. Call 718-351-3450 or email: naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org Sat November 17 2pm Living with Deer Greenbelt Nature Center Saturday, November 17: Join the Urban Park Rangers to learn about deer. We will find signs of deer in the park (buck rubs, deer scat, deer prints, chewed twigs) hike outdoors, and share five tips to follow to promote a healthy coexistence with these animals. Meet at the Greenbelt Nature Center.
The week's events
Trail of the Month Hike: Red Trail near Historic Richmond Town
November 11, 2018 Group Afternoon Hike for Adults
November 14, 2018 
Evening Group Hike (Headlamp/flashlight required in Fall & Winter)
November 14, 2018 
Night Hike in the Snow. Photo: Dorothy ReillyToddler Series: Greenbelt Peepers for two year-olds (with chaperone)
November 15, 2018
Through hands-on nature inspired 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. Call 718-351-3450 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org Fee: $3.00 per child or free for Greenbelt Conservancy Members.Tree Tots: Nature inspired programs for 3 and 4 year-olds (with a chaperone)
November 15, 2018
11:00am-11:45am
Through hands-on activities, crafts, and stories, children will become familiar with the sights and sounds of the forest. Space is limited. Registration required. Call 718-351-3450 or email naturecenter@sigreenbelt.org Fee: $3 per session /Free for Greenbelt Conservancy members.Nature Writing Workshop for Seniors (a four part/week series)
November 16, 2018 Fall Flat 5K Trail Race in Willowbrook Park to benefit the Greenbelt Conservancy
November 17, 2018 
Forest Restoration Workshop (National Take A Hike Day) @ Deere Park
November 17, 2018 National Take a hike Day/Leaf Craft Program
November 17, 2018 Living with Deer Information Session
November 17, 2018
Trail of the Month Hike: Red Trail near Historic Richmond Town
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Group Afternoon Hike for Adults
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
Toddler Series: Greenbelt Peepers for two year-olds (with chaperone)
Tree Tots: Nature inspired programs for 3 and 4 year-olds (with a chaperone)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Nature Writing Workshop for Seniors (a four part/week series)
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Fall Flat 5K Trail Race in Willowbrook Park to benefit the Greenbelt Conservancy
Willowbrook Park
1 Eton Place
Staten Island, NY 10314
Forest Restoration Workshop (National Take A Hike Day) @ Deere Park
National Take a hike Day/Leaf Craft Program
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314
Living with Deer Information Session
Greenbelt Nature Center
700 Rockland Avenue
Staten Island, NY 10314