Coming in April: The Inaugural Greenbelt Hike-A-Thon
Run, Hike, Bike, or Stroll 35-miles in Six Weeks! We’re thrilled to launch the Inaugural Greenbelt Hike-A-Thon coming this April! Launching on Earth Day (April 22), participants will be encouraged to run, hike, bike, or stroll 35-miles over a six-week period. Cover these miles in the Greenbelt or out, in…
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Nature Center Closure
As of the November 17th, the Greenbelt Nature Center will be temporarily closed due to mechanical issues. We are working to reopen the facility as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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Volunteer with the NYC Parks Stewardship Program
PLANT. PROTECT. PRESERVE. NYC Parks hosts stewards across the city all year long, in every landscape and every kind of weather. Full event information on other events and to register visit HERE HELP NYC BECOME GREENER AND GREATER.
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Opening Day at The Carousel for All Children in Willowbrook Park!
Carousel opening day is tomorrow! We’ll be here rain or shine from 11am to 5:45pm. Due to the predicted rain, we will not have additional activities, but the Carousel will be spinning all day!
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Meet the Educators
The Greenbelt Education Department is springing into action to create exciting virtual educational content for all of our friends and families at home. With two new educators joining our dynamic team, we thought this was a great opportunity to (re)introduce everyone who is working hard to bring nature and science…
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Celebrate at the Greenbelt Nature Center
The Greenbelt Nature Center provided a bucolic backdrop for any special occasion. The facility is available to rent in every season.
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POSTPONED: Greenbelt “Venture” Program Spring session
This event has been canceled due to the Coronavirus pandemic and the necessity to avoid contact with large groups.
Our April event is still scheduled, and we shall keep you updated on any developments.
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2019 Greenbelt Conservancy Annual Report
We invite you to read our Annual Report highlighting 2019 accomplishments.
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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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