New York City is the site of ancient earth-shaking and earth-shaping events. The bedrock that anchors the city’s skyscrapers tells a story of a place going back more than a billion years. The island of Manhattan is built on three strata known as Manhattan Schist, Inwood Marble, and Fordham Gneiss
Location: Broadway and Arden Street in Fort Tryon Park near AnneLoftus Playground
Registration not required.
On nature exploration hikes, we will discover the plants and animals that inhabit the urban forest. Rangers will introduce you to the many species of living nature found within Fort Tryon Park.
Location : Margaret Corbin Circle in Fort Tryon Park
Free – Registration Not Required
Bundle up and join us for a Winter Birding Tour led by expert birder Alexandra Wang! Winter is a wonderful time to spot resident birds and seasonal visitors as leaves are off the trees and activity is easier to observe. Alexandra will guide participants through the park, sharing tips on identification, bird behavior, and what makes winter birding so special.
Saturday, January 17
12:00 PM
Meet at the Margaret Corbin Circle entrance
All experience levels are welcome—bring binoculars if you have them and dress for the weather!
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.
