Join New York Restoration Project, NYC Parks, and partners for a tour of Chestnut Grove, story time with Word Up volunteers, workshops on park stewardship and Narcan administration, a bird walk, and an environmental justice talk. Free and open to all!

Location: Highbridge Park – Meet at the Grand Staircase entrance on Laurel Hill Terrace between 181st and 186th Street.
Map link: Grand Staircase

Schedule:

• 12:15 – 1:00 PM – Event setup (NYRP on-site)
• 1:00 – 3:00 PM – Ongoing activities:
  – Litter & invasive plant removal (Check in for tools and waivers)
  – Story Time
  – Narcan Training
  – Partner-led activities
  – Snacks at event HQ
• 1:30 – 2:00 PM – Chestnut Restoration Tour
• 2:15 – 3:00 PM – Queer Birder Walk
• 3:00 – 3:30 PM – Earth Day Speak-Up / Environmental Justice Roundtable

IMPORTANT: You MUST register and complete the Volunteer Release Form before the event.