Happy Holidays!
Dear Friends, In a year of immense challenge, sacrifice, and loss, the Greenbelt Conservancy and the Greenbelt remained open and serving the public. Thanks to the leadership of our Board of Directors, the dedication of our staff, and the unwavering support of donors like you, our mission remained resilient and…
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Annual Report Now Available
The Greenbelt Conservancy’s latest Annual Report is now available! Find out more about this year’s program impact and other organizational accomplishments in the Greenbelt’s 2020 Annual Report.
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Overall Winner of Greenbelt Call-to-Artists Announced
The Greenbelt’s newest trail stewardship initiative, the Greenbelt Conservation Corps, recently ran an Island-wide Call-to-Artists to find the perfect logo to brand our gear! We got a great response from local artists, and we are so thankful to all of them for their unique and original designs. The Overall winner…
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Reflections – Commissioner Paulo
The Greenbelt Conservancy mourns the loss of former Staten Island Borough Commissioner, Thomas Paulo, who passed away last week at his home. Commissioner Paulo was a dedicated public servant, having served nearly 20 years as Borough Commissioner of Staten Island parks. Commissioner Paulo began his career at NYC Parks in…
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2019 Greenbelt Conservancy Annual Report
We invite you to read our Annual Report highlighting 2019 accomplishments.
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Education Programs – 2020
Our programs complement learning standards; we are an official NYC Department of Education vendor.
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Celebrating Thirty Years of Accomplishments – Video, photos & media
Thank you to our wonderful friends and supporters.
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The Joy of Running in the Greenbelt
By Josh Pesin When I run through the Greenbelt, my senses become heightened and my body and soul become one with nature. Any worries and anxieties that are on my mind melt away as my body glides through the woods. Immersing myself in nature is always uplifting. Running along the trails…
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Exploring Winter Birds
Greenbelt educators put together this resource to help you explore the natural amenities and wonders of Staten Island, right from your backyard or neighborhood green space! Wherever you are on the Island, you can enjoy this month’s Nature Notes topic – Winter Birds! Access a PDF by clicking the hyperlink…
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Greenbelt Facility and Program & Weekend Parking Update: Let’s Spread Out!
As of Tuesday, March 17, the Greenbelt Nature and Recreation Centers – and all NYC Parks nature and recreations centers – will be closed to the public.
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Red-headed Woodpeckers in the Greenbelt
Have you spotted any Woodpeckers pecking at trees in the Greenbelt lately?
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Salamanders and Spring Peepers
Whereas turtles want to soak up the sun, warm rains above 42 degrees are what wake up sleepy salamanders and frogs.
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