Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy for a cleanup at Plumb Beach in honor of World Wetlands Day. Help remove harmful debris from this important shoreline and wetland. For more information about World Wetlands Day visit https://www.worldwetlandsday.org/.

Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. Event is rain or shine.

Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join rangers from the National Park Service, local artist Samsam Graves and Gotham Taxidermy’s Divya Anantharaman for a free art workshop. Plant pressing is a method for preserving plants by flattening and drying them between sheets of paper.

Materials will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own flowers and other materials as well.

More information on the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, and how to get there, is available here.

Learn about Winter’s most iconic bird: the cardinal! This event for kids and families will include a read-along of a book about cardinals, followed by an opportunity for children to create their very own cardinal with fingerpainting. This will be a fully indoor activity, with materials provided.

More information on the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, and how to get there, is available here.

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just looking for an excuse to get outside? Join a park ranger for a walk around the West Pond Trail as you take in a beautiful Jamaica Bay sunset. 

This is a free event. No reservation or registration is required.

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

Join NYC Bird Alliance at Floyd Bennett Field, one of NYC's top spots for spotting winter wildlife! This former airfield-turned-natural haven offers a variety of habitats, from marshes to meadows, making it the perfect place to spot winter visitors like shovelers, scoters, and mergansers. 

The group will meet at the Ryan Visitor Center

Note on Accessibility:

This area contains paved and unpaved paths. Parking is available right near the meeting location. For more details of directions to Floyd Bennett Field, visit the National Park Service's website. 

Join the Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy for a "Spring Clean" at Brant Point Wildlife Sanctuary!

Gloves, bags, and tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. Event is rain or shine.

Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join JBRPC and the National Park Service for Park Pals on March 8th! Park Pals is an early childhood family program for children ages 0-6 and their caregivers at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, every 2nd Saturday from January to May.

In light of the upcoming equinox, when day and night become the same length, we will learn about nocturnal animals at Jamaica Bay, such as bats, owls, moths, and horseshoe crabs. Where do they live and what do they eat? How do they get around in the dark? We’ll explore these questions through themed sensory activities, a read-aloud, and a nature walk in the refuge led by a Park Ranger.

Registration Details Coming Soon

Each Park Pals session will have a different theme and activities. The next Park Pals will be held on April 12th.

Join RISE for a winter birding tour of Edgemere! Come see sea ducks, grebes, common and red-throated loons, Northern gannets, and other winter birds on the shoreline. Whether you are an expert or a beginner, all levels of birder are welcome.

This event is FREE! Please dress with plenty of warm layers and bring a water bottle. Binoculars will be provided, though you are welcome to bring your own.

Registration is required. In case of inclement weather, a rain date is scheduled for Sunday, March 16th.

Volunteer with the NYC Parks Stewardship Team to protect coastal areas at Rockaway Beach! Volunteers will help us remove the debris from the coastline creating a healthier ecosystem.

Immediately following the cleanup, the NYC Parks Wildlife Unit will host a bird walk showcasing migratory shorebirds!

Space is limited and registration is required. Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by a chaperone. To sign up a group of 10 or more volunteers please reach out to stewardship@parks.nyc.gov.

Interested in trying Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) but not sure where to start? This FREE Winter Coaching Session is designed especially for beginners of all ages—including grown-ups! (50+). Wondering if SUP is something you can do? The answer is YES!  This warm and cozy indoor session will show you just how accessible, enjoyable, and beginner-friendly stand up paddle boarding can be.   

This engaging, no-water-needed session will introduce you to the basics of SUP, including an overview of techniques, safety protocols, and just how accessible and beginner-friendly the sport truly is. You’ll also get an inside look at my ‘secret’ winter exercise routine—a simple yet effective way to build strength, balance, and endurance from the comfort of your home.

Expect to learn:

• Easy exercises to build SUP-ready strength and stability

• Modifications (regressions) to suit different ability levels

• Budget-friendly home fitness equipment recommendations

• Options for continued coaching or self-guided practice

BONUS: All participants will receive a special coupon for a 4-lesson package for the price of 3 at either Floyd Bennett Field or Riis Landing—the perfect way to take the next step when summer arrives!

PLUS: Buy a 4-lesson package get a FREE in-home coaching follow up session!!!

Get ready to hit the water with confidence this summer! Whether you’re looking to boost your fitness, try something new, or just have fun, this session will set you up for success.  No prior experience needed! Just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm.

Sign up here or text 917-502-9764 

A minimum number of registrations are required for this program to run. 

Don’t let the pigeon drive the bus, but let him read to you!

Join a National Park Service ranger for storytime and then create your own pigeon out of construction paper.  

Materials for arts and crafts will be provided. No reservation or registration is required.

Help remove trash and debris from Canarsie Pier’s important shorelines and wetlands while enjoying incredible views of Jamaica Bay!

Volunteers will meet near the public restrooms at the Canarsie Pier entrance.

Gloves, bags, and tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. Event is rain or shine.

Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or just looking for an excuse to get outside? Join a park ranger for a walk around the West Pond Trail as you take in a beautiful Jamaica Bay sunset. 

This is a free event. No reservation or registration is required.

Calling all Junior Rangers! Explore the trails of Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge and learn about birds with a park ranger.

The program will be followed by a special Junior Ranger “swearing-in” ceremony.

This program is recommended for ages 6-10 but Junior Rangers of all ages and their families are welcome to join. Binoculars will be provided. 

No reservation or registration is required.

Interested in trying Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP) but not sure where to start? This FREE Winter Coaching Session is designed especially for beginners of all ages—including grown-ups! (50+). Wondering if SUP is something you can do? The answer is YES!  This warm and cozy indoor session will show you just how accessible, enjoyable, and beginner-friendly stand up paddle boarding can be.   

This engaging, no-water-needed session will introduce you to the basics of SUP, including an overview of techniques, safety protocols, and just how accessible and beginner-friendly the sport truly is. You’ll also get an inside look at my ‘secret’ winter exercise routine—a simple yet effective way to build strength, balance, and endurance from the comfort of your home.

Expect to learn:

• Easy exercises to build SUP-ready strength and stability

• Modifications (regressions) to suit different ability levels

• Budget-friendly home fitness equipment recommendations

• Options for continued coaching or self-guided practice

BONUS: All participants will receive a special coupon for a 4-lesson package for the price of 3 at either Floyd Bennett Field or Riis Landing—the perfect way to take the next step when summer arrives!

PLUS: Buy a 4-lesson package get a FREE in-home coaching follow up session!!!

Get ready to hit the water with confidence this summer! Whether you’re looking to boost your fitness, try something new, or just have fun, this session will set you up for success.  No prior experience needed! Just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm.

Sign up here or text 917-502-9764 

A minimum number of registrations are required for this program to run. 

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

Join JBRPC and the National Park Service for Park Pals on April 12th! Park Pals is an early childhood family program for children ages 0-6 and their caregivers at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, every 2nd Saturday from January to May.

The April session will focus on the special signs of spring at Jamaica Bay, such as blooming flowers, the return of migrating birds, and the re-emergence of hibernating animals such as terrapin turtles. We’ll enjoy themed sensory activities, a read-aloud, and a spring scavenger hunt in the refuge led by a Park Ranger.

Registration information coming soon.

Each Park Pals session will have a different theme and activities. The next Park Pals will be held on May 10th.

Volunteers will help remove trash and debris from the shoreline and surrounding park while enjoying incredible views of Jamaica Bay!

Gloves, bags, and tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. Event is rain or shine.

Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

Join JBRPC and the National Park Service for Park Pals on 5/10! Park Pals is an early childhood family program for children ages 0-6 and their caregivers at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, every 2nd Saturday from January to May.

The May session will focus on the spring flowers of Jamaica Bay and their important role in the ecosystem and food chain of Jamaica Bay. What are the parts of a flower? How does a flower go from a seed to a bloom? Which of our animal friends like to eat from flowers? We’ll explore these questions through themed sensory activities, a read-aloud, and a flower exploration walk in the refuge led by a Park Ranger.

Registration information coming soon.

Join JBRPC, American Littoral Society, New York City Audubon, and Gateway National Recreation Area for the Annual Horseshoe Crab Festival!

Attendees will meet at Broad Channel American Park to see Horseshoe Crabs on the shoreline and learn about their ecological and medicinal importance! Horseshoe crabs, nicknamed “living fossils,” come ashore around Jamaica Bay this time of year to lay millions of eggs.

Registration information coming soon

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

Join Us for Adaptive Cycling at Floyd Bennett Field!

Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy and Achilles International are excited to team up again to bring adaptive cycling to Floyd Bennett Field!

This free program offers people living with disabilities the chance to enjoy a ride on a tandem bike or handcycle in a welcoming, supportive environment. Achilles staff and volunteer guides will be on-site to answer questions and assist new riders.

There’s no better way to enjoy the great outdoors than by riding through Floyd Bennett Field, New York City’s first municipal airport and a historic gem within the National Park System. Come take in the fresh air, open spaces, and scenic views while you ride!

Helmets must be worn while cycling. If you have your own helmet, please bring it along—but don’t worry, we’ll have some available if you need one!

We can’t wait to see you there! Learn more about Achilles International’s NYC Adaptive Cycling Program here:

Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy staff for weekly Rockaway Refresh! boardwalk, beach, and shoreline cleanups. These pop-up cleanups will happen all summer on Mondays from 1 am - 4 pm. Volunteers are invited to help us keep our beaches debris-free after busy beach weekends.

Weekly locations are announced each Sunday afternoon on our Instagram page. Follow @jbrpc for more info.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy staff for weekly Rockaway Refresh! boardwalk, beach, and shoreline cleanups. These pop-up cleanups will happen all summer on Mondays from 1 am - 4 pm. Volunteers are invited to help us keep our beaches debris-free after busy beach weekends.

Weekly locations are announced each Sunday afternoon on our Instagram page. Follow @jbrpc for more info.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy, Gateway National Recreation Area, and the Garden by the Bay for an easy, open kayak paddle in Jamaica Bay!

We’ll paddle around Norton Basin, a protected tributary of the Bay that offers calm conditions welcoming to beginner and experienced kayakers alike. The shoreline of Norton Basin is surrounded by natural areas and open space, making it the perfect place to spot native wildlife – from small shorebirds to soaring raptors. The experienced rangers at Gateway National Recreation Area will provide kayaking instruction, along with on-water support to ensure a safe and fun kayaking experience!

Learn more about the opportunities available to explore Rockaway’s native plants and animals in Norton Basin’s neighboring parks and receive a copy of JBRPC’s Common Plants and Pollinators of Jamaica Bay and Rockaway: A Field Guide to take home.

Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy staff for weekly Rockaway Refresh! boardwalk, beach, and shoreline cleanups. These pop-up cleanups will happen all summer on Mondays from 1 am - 4 pm. Volunteers are invited to help us keep our beaches debris-free after busy beach weekends.

Weekly locations are announced each Sunday afternoon on our Instagram page. Follow @jbrpc for more info.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Volunteers will help remove trash and debris from the shoreline and surrounding park while enjoying incredible views of Jamaica Bay!

Gloves, bags, and tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. Event is rain or shine.

Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy staff for weekly Rockaway Refresh! boardwalk, beach, and shoreline cleanups. These pop-up cleanups will happen all summer on Mondays from 1 am - 4 pm. Volunteers are invited to help us keep our beaches debris-free after busy beach weekends.

Weekly locations are announced each Sunday afternoon on our Instagram page. Follow @jbrpc for more info.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy staff for weekly Rockaway Refresh! boardwalk, beach, and shoreline cleanups. These pop-up cleanups will happen all summer on Mondays from 1 pm - 4 pm. Volunteers are invited to help us keep our beaches debris-free after busy beach weekends.

Weekly locations are announced each Sunday afternoon on our Instagram page. Follow @jbrpc for more info.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy staff for weekly Rockaway Refresh! boardwalk, beach, and shoreline cleanups. These pop-up cleanups will happen all summer on Mondays from 1 pm - 4 pm. Volunteers are invited to help us keep our beaches debris-free after busy beach weekends.

Weekly locations are announced each Sunday afternoon on our Instagram page. Follow @jbrpc for more info.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy staff for weekly Rockaway Refresh! boardwalk, beach, and shoreline cleanups. These pop-up cleanups will happen all summer on Mondays from 1 pm - 4 pm. Volunteers are invited to help us keep our beaches debris-free after busy beach weekends.

Weekly locations are announced each Sunday afternoon on our Instagram page. Follow @jbrpc for more info.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Volunteers will help remove trash and debris from the shoreline and surrounding park while enjoying incredible views of Jamaica Bay!

Gloves, bags, and tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. Event is rain or shine.

Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join JBRPC, Gateway National Recreation Area, and the Garden by the Bay for an easy, open kayak paddle in Jamaica Bay!

We’ll paddle around Norton Basin, a protected tributary of the Bay that offers calm conditions welcoming to beginner and experienced kayakers alike. The shoreline of Norton Basin is surrounded by natural areas and open space, making it the perfect place to spot native wildlife – from small shorebirds to soaring raptors. The experienced rangers at Gateway National Recreation Area will provide kayaking instruction, along with on-water support to ensure a safe and fun kayaking experience!

Learn more about the opportunities available to explore Rockaway’s native plants and animals in Norton Basin’s neighboring parks and receive a copy of JBRPC’s Common Plants and Pollinators of Jamaica Bay and Rockaway: A Field Guide to take home.

Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy, American Littoral Society, New York City Audubon Society, and Gateway National Recreation Area for the 20th Annual Shorebird Festival.

August is the perfect time to explore the diversity of New York City’s shorebirds! The Shorebird Festival at Jamaica Bay is a partnership among NYC Audubon, American Littoral Society, Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy, and Gateway National Recreation Area. Join us in learning all about these beautiful birds and explore the natural habitat of the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, filled with marshland, fresh and brackish water ponds, and grassy fields.

Meet at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center.

This festival is kid-friendly and can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy staff for weekly Rockaway Refresh! boardwalk, beach, and shoreline cleanups. These pop-up cleanups will happen all summer on Mondays from 1 pm - 4 pm. Volunteers are invited to help us keep our beaches debris-free after busy beach weekends.

Weekly locations are announced each Sunday afternoon on our Instagram page. Follow @jbrpc for more info.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy staff for weekly Rockaway Refresh! boardwalk, beach, and shoreline cleanups. These pop-up cleanups will happen all summer on Mondays from 1 pm - 4 pm. Volunteers are invited to help us keep our beaches debris-free after busy beach weekends.

Weekly locations are announced each Sunday afternoon on our Instagram page. Follow @jbrpc for more info.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join Us for Adaptive Cycling at Floyd Bennett Field!

Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy and Achilles International are excited to team up again to bring adaptive cycling to Floyd Bennett Field!

This free program offers people living with disabilities the chance to enjoy a ride on a tandem bike or handcycle in a welcoming, supportive environment. Achilles staff and volunteer guides will be on-site to answer questions and assist new riders.

There’s no better way to enjoy the great outdoors than by riding through Floyd Bennett Field, New York City’s first municipal airport and a historic gem within the National Park System. Come take in the fresh air, open spaces, and scenic views while you ride!

Helmets must be worn while cycling. If you have your own helmet, please bring it along—but don’t worry, we’ll have some available if you need one!

We can’t wait to see you there! Learn more about Achilles International’s NYC Adaptive Cycling Program here:

In honor of in honor of International Coastal Cleanup Day, join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy for a cleanup at Dubos Point Wildlife Sanctuary!

Volunteers will meet near the public restrooms to help remove trash and debris from Canarsie Pier’s important shorelines and wetlands while enjoying incredible views of Jamaica Bay!

Gloves, bags, and tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. Event is rain or shine.

Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

Join JBRPC and Marine Park Alliance for Park Pals Pop Up at the Carro Center in Marine Park on 9/27!

Park Pals is an early childhood family program for children ages 0-6 and their caregivers. We’ll enjoy themed sensory activities, a read-aloud, and a nature walk in the park.

Registration information coming soon.

The Raptorama festival is an annual event, presented by the American Littoral Society, with NYC Bird Alliance, Gotham Taxidermy, Gateway NPS, Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy, and Wildlife Center of Long Island. While this event is free, donations to support this festival would be appreciated.

Meet at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center to learn about the hawks and owls of Jamaica Bay:

• See some of these amazing raptors during a live demonstration, and go on walks with experts to get a look at hawk species flying south for the winter.

• Participate in activities with our partners and friends in the tabling area in front of the Visitor Center!

• Stop at the Junior (Raptor) Ranger table to grab a Jr. Ranger activity book, then explore and earn your Junior Ranger badge!

• Borrow binoculars for free at the Visitor Center Desk & observe raptors during peak migration!

Support provided by the Fund for the City of New York and the Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy.

For more information contact Don Riepe at 718-474-0896 or don@littoralsociety.org.

Join JBRPC and Marine Park Alliance for Park Pals Pop Up at the Carro Center in Marine Park on 9/27!

Park Pals is an early childhood family program for children ages 0-6 and their caregivers. We’ll enjoy themed sensory activities, a read-aloud, and a nature walk in the park.

Registration information coming soon.

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

Volunteers will help remove trash and debris from the shoreline and surrounding park while enjoying incredible views of Jamaica Bay!

Gloves, bags, and tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. Event is rain or shine.

Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

Join JBRPC and Marine Park Alliance for Park Pals Pop Up at the Carro Center in Marine Park on 9/27!

Park Pals is an early childhood family program for children ages 0-6 and their caregivers. We’ll enjoy themed sensory activities, a read-aloud, and a nature walk in the park.

Registration information coming soon.

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

As the winter months progress, the prevailing winds and tides bring major debris into Jamaica Bay. Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy (JBRPC) for the November CleanSweep, an effort by volunteers and students to remove marine debris from our shoreline! Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and end the year with the gift of clean shorelines!

Gloves, bags, and tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. The event is rain or shine.

JBRPC Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

As the winter months progress, the prevailing winds and tides bring major debris into Jamaica Bay. Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy (JBRPC) for the November CleanSweep, an effort by volunteers and students to remove marine debris from our shoreline! Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and end the year with the gift of clean shorelines!

Gloves, bags, and tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. The event is rain or shine.

JBRPC Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here.

As the winter months progress, the prevailing winds and tides bring major debris into Jamaica Bay. Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy (JBRPC) for the November CleanSweep, an effort by volunteers and students to remove marine debris from our shoreline! Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and end the year with the gift of clean shorelines!

Gloves, bags, and tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. The event is rain or shine.

JBRPC Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here

As the winter months progress, the prevailing winds and tides bring major debris into Jamaica Bay. Join Jamaica Bay-Rockaway Parks Conservancy (JBRPC) for the November CleanSweep, an effort by volunteers and students to remove marine debris from our shoreline! Enjoy the beautiful fall weather and end the year with the gift of clean shorelines!

Gloves, bags, and tools will be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to wear weather-appropriate clothing and sturdy, closed-toe shoes, and bring their own water and sunscreen. The event is rain or shine.

JBRPC Community Stewardship Programs are generously supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies, Con Edison, NYC Green Fund, and NYC Ferry, operated by Hornblower. Public funding is provided by NY Senator Roxanne Persaud, Assemblymembers Stacey Pheffer-Amato and Jaime R. Williams, NYC Council Speaker Adrienne Adams, Majority Whip Selvena Brooks-Powers, and Council Members Joann Ariola and Mercedes Narcisse.

Please complete our volunteer waiver prior to the start of the event by clicking here

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.

Join the Amateur Astronomers Association at historic Floyd Bennett Field for free monthly observing sessions, open to the public! Note: all events are 30 minutes after sunset. To calculate sunset, click here.

Floyd Bennett Field is part of Gateway National Park, Brooklyn. NOTE: Events are cancelled in the event of rain/snow, if sky is overcast, or if there is snow covering the ground.

The observing location at Floyd Bennett Field is next to the Community Garden. It is within walking distance of the Q35 bus, and there is ample parking for cars. This location is also easy for people to find in the dark, as it is next to the Community Garden.