– Wednesday, October 2: Join us as we amble the lows and highs of High Rock Park. Enjoy the views and hills of our conservation park and of one of our largest ponds Walker Pond. Trails have inclines and are unpaved. Dress for the weather and terrain and bring water if you like. Meet at the High Rock entrance gate located at 200 Nevada Ave off of Rockland Ave. 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! – 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. – 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. – Saturday, October 5: Join the Natural Areas Conservancy for forest bathing in High Rock Park, Staten Island: a low-intensity activity, based on the Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku. Forest bathing focuses on gently engaging mind, spirit, and body with the natural environment — empowering park visitors to deepen their connection with New York City’s parks and local environments. It’s the perfect opportunity to get outside, hug a tree (literally!), and show your love for the amazing natural areas that exist in our City. Learn more and register by clicking the sign-up link here. – Saturday, October 5 from 12 noon – 4 pm: Save the Date for the Greenbelt’s annual fall festival where The prettiest pumpkins will prevail in our patch! Meet the horses from NYC Parks Equine unit; learn all about the benefits of planting native plant species in your garden from the Staten Island Native Plant Society, and many more fun activities and opportunities! Music with Patrick will perform near the pumpkin patch at 2 pm! Bring a cushion to sit upon if you like. Please note that our Carousel will close for the season on Columbus Day, Monday October 14. Please note that our Carousel will close for the season on Columbus Day, Monday October 14.
The week's events
Afternoon Group Hike to Walker Pond in High Rock Park
October 2, 2019 Wednesday Evening Group Hike
October 2, 2019 
Peepers: Nature-inspired classes for two year olds with a caregiver
October 3, 2019 Tree Tots: Nature inspired programs for 3 and 4 year-olds (with a chaperone)
October 3, 2019 Forest Bathing in High Rock Park with the Natural Areas Conservancy
October 5, 2019 Save the Date: Annual Pumpkin Festival
October 5, 2019 
Afternoon Group Hike to Walker Pond in High Rock Park
High Rock Park
200 Nevada Avenue
Staten Island, NY , 10306
718-667-2165
Wednesday Evening Group Hike
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
Forest Bathing in High Rock Park with the Natural Areas Conservancy
High Rock Park
200 Nevada Avenue
Staten Island, NY , 10306
718-667-2165
Save the Date: Annual Pumpkin Festival
Carousel for All Children
1 Eton Place
Staten Island, NY 10314