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Volunteer
Join community groups, participate in recreational programming, or work in planting and maintaining the city's greenspac...
NYC Water Trail
NYC Water Trail connects 160 square miles of rivers, bays, creeks, inlets and ocean for kayaks and openwater rowing.
Beaches of NYC Parks
Read about the history of Parks' beaches before sinking your feet in the soft sand this summer.
Spring Birding
The return of warm weather means the return of peak birding season. Find out what birds are nesting in your park!
Park WiFi
View coverage areas and live status updates for the 17 free Park WiFi Hotspots throughout the city.
MillionTreesNYC
MillionTreesNYC is a Citywide initiative with an ambitious goal: to plant and care for one million new trees.
New Parks Merchandise
We've recently introduced a new collection of contemporary t-shirts. Be the first in your park to sport one!
Nature Centers
Come visit one of our ten Urban Park Ranger Nature Centers, in-park community centers for public education, recreational...
Contribute
Learn about your options for giving to Parks & Recreation and help ensure a green New York for many years to come!
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Scavenger Hunt!
Find all the fun within Central Park by competing in our scavenger hunt this Saturday. Gather your team and start studying the paths and playgrounds of this magnificent park before game day!
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The ArtsWhat's Happening in Parks:
Creative Containers - Succulents in a Strawberry Jar: Potted succulents make dramatic, low-fuss focal points for a sunny garden or terrace. Join...
What's Happening in Parks:
Fourth Annual Tour de Brooklyn
Tour de Brooklyn is an 18-mile family friendly bike tour highlighting the ever changing neighborhoods of Brooklyn. Join us on a journey...
What's Happening in Parks:
3rd Annual A Toast to Fort Tryon
Join the festivities at an evening of wine tasting, hors d'oeuvres, and live music on the Linden Terrace. Proceeds will benefit the Fort Tryon Park...
What's Happening in Parks:
Adults, please join us for a healthy way to start your day. We will be walking along scenic Joe Michael's Mile and participating in other...
What's Happening in Parks:
Witness a ritual that has taken place for millions of years as horseshoes gather on Staten Island's shores.
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