This Urban Park Ranger led hike will take you through the forest to learn how to identify fungi. Participants will learn about the crucial role that mushrooms play in an ecosystem and how natural decomposition takes place. Join the Urban Park Rangers as we explore the sometimes stinky yet always necessary world of decomposition through the lens of the many mushroom species in our parks.
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Inwood Hill Park: Senior Citizen Community Day
Senior Citizen Community Day
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Location
Cost
Free
Fort Tryon Park: Nature Exploration Hike with Urban Park Rangers
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
Inwood Hill Park: Inwood Hill Wetland Restoration
Inwood Hill Wetland Restoration
Monday, January 19, 2026
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks Stewardship as we celebrate the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.! Volunteer with the Stewardship Team to protect wetland areas in Inwood Hill Park! Volunteers will contribute to ongoing restoration work and learn the importance of species diversity to ecosystem health, as well as remove debris in order to help restore the wetland and create a healthier ecosystem. Come dressed in sturdy boots or shoes, long sleeves, long pants, and clothing that can get dirty. Face masks may be worn at your discretion. Space is limited and registration is required. Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by a chaperone. This event has been funded in part by NYC Service. To sign up a group of 10 or more volunteers please reach out to stewardship@parks.nyc.gov.
Inwood Hill Park: Kids Week: Wigwam Gathering and Campfire
Kids Week: Wigwam Gathering and Campfire
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Location
Cost
Free
Registration
Registration not required.


