If your New Year’s resolution is to get healthy, join the Urban Park Rangers on a lengthy super hike of Inwood Hill Park and Fort Tryon Park. Dress warmly, put on your hiking shoes, and head to Inwood Hill Park. Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City. The Rangers will take you on a Northern Manhattan walk along the Inwood salt marsh, old growth forest and then onto the scenic paths of Fort Tryon Park to enjoy stunning views of the Palisade Cliffs and Hudson River. The hike will end at the Heather Garden of Fort Tryon Park at Margaret Corbin Circle and Fort Washington Avenue.
Location: West 218th Street and Indian Road in Inwood Hill Park
On Urban Park Rangers nature exploration hikes, we will discover the plants and animals that inhabit the urban forest. To enhance your experience, please bring your own binoculars and field guides. Rangers will introduce you to the many species of living nature found within Fort Tryon Park.
Location: Margaret Corbin Circle in Fort Tryon Park
Join flute and percussion ensemble Coriolis Duo for a musical exploration of the connections between art, nature, and technology. Hear Ted Babcock’s new work, Daisy Chain, and then make some botanical-inspired art of your own.
Join naturalist and illustrator Ken Chaya for a fascinating walk through Fort Tryon Park’s rich natural landscape. Explore native plants, spot local and migratory birds, and learn about the park’s diverse habitats and ecology. Whether you’re a seasoned nature enthusiast or just curious about the green world around you, this walk offers a refreshing way to connect with the outdoors.
Comfortable shoes and binoculars encouraged!
All ages welcome. Free and open to the public.
Meeting Location: Margaret Corbin Circle (192nd St & Fort Washington Ave)
