Fall Flat 5K Race – November 20, 2021
It’s not where you take the trail…. it’s where the trail takes you! The Greenbelt Conservancy is thrilled to welcome you back for the Annual Fall Flat 5K Trail Race in Willowbrook Park. This year, we will host an in-person race. The in-person race will take place on Saturday, November…
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Greenbelt Conservation Corps Opportunities
The opportunity to join the Greenbelt Conservation Corps is knocking! See the flyer below for the upcoming GCC event dates, and be sure to sign up online for the orientation if you are interested in joining. The orientation on October 3rd is required for all members.
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Trail Conditions After Tropical Storm Ida
After the rains and winds caused by Tropical Storm Ida, please use extra caution as you navigate trails, especially stream crossings in low-lying sections of the Greenbelt. Expect wet and muddy conditions, missing/damaged footbridges, downed trees or large limbs, etc. Assessment and remediation of storm hazards is ongoing, especially in…
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Carousel Opening Day Celebration
Saturday, May 6 – 12 pm to 3 pm Be one of the first to take a spin and help us to kick off the 2023 Season! Parks Play Mobile (1 pm to 3 pm) Music with Patrick (1 pm) Much more fun! Free Krispy Kreme donuts for the first…
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April Events Calendar
To sign up for any of the programs below, please check out our events calendar for registration.
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The 2022 City Nature Challenge
To join the Greenbelt for the Challenge Join HERE 2022 Greenspace Leaderboard Need a tutorial on iNaturalist? The Greenbelt Educators (Greenbelt Environmental Education) put together THIS helpful YouTube video to walk you through it.
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2022 Greenbelt Conservation Corps
Join the Greenbelt Conservation Corps and volunteer your time and skills for trail upkeep and maintenance projects. There are a variety of dates and activities to choose from Register here! February’s stewardship program is all full up, but check back frequently to the Greenbelt Conservancy’s Eventbrite page to secure your spot…
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Nature Notes
Birds of Prey!
Fall is a great time to see peak foliage colors, and also for birding! Check out the fascinating facts and helpful tips below to make the most of the season for observing birds-of-prey on Staten Island.
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Invasive Species Update: Spotted Lanternfly in NYC
Have you spotted a spotted lanternfly locally? Report it here to the NYS DEC online.
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Pollinators!
With the advent of consistently warm weather and the official start of summer, June is an ideal time to think about, observe, and explore pollinators! Use this helpful guide from the Greenbelt Education Department at home, in a park, or anywhere you can observe flowering plants.
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