Queens Restoration Sites
Twin Fields
Kettle Pond Restoration
Project
- In 1966, two ballfields were constructed at the bottom of one of Forest Park's kettle ponds. Over time, the drainage system failed and the natural hydrology of the area re-established, rendering the ball fields unusable.
- After touring the site in June of 1995, Commissioner Stern proclaimed the site "for the ducks", initiating restoration of the kettle pond. NRG applied for ad was awarded a $550,000 New York State Clean Water/Clean Air Bond Act grant and NYC match to execute the project.
- Project will add 3 acres of fresh water wetland habitat and stabilization and re-forestation of four acres in the surrounding watershed. Work will be completed Spring, 2001.
- Interpretive trail and viewing areas will provide an exciting educational resource, and a prime site for birders, butterfly, and dragonfly enthusiasts.
Alley
Pond Park Forest Restoration
Project Components
- 46 acre project area, infested with invasive, exotic vines
- Restoration performed in 1or 2 acre increments.
- All vines in the project area were treated. Potential seed sources for re-infestation within 100 foot buffer removed.
- Native plant species have
been planted in the areas where vine eradication
has been completed.
Trees and shrubs planted 7,876 Herbaceous planted 8,128 Erosion control measures 8,500 sq.ft. 