Volunteer with NYC Parks for Trees Count 2025! At each event you will receive a tote bag with all the materials needed to count trees. Next, we’ll provide a 30-minute training session that includes the basics of tree identification and how to measure and assess each tree. Using our Tree Census app, you’ll split up into different zones within the park to start counting trees! After completing your first training event, you are welcome to continue counting trees on your own in smaller parks across the city.
Registration is required. Registration begins on July 26.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on an exploration of the forest from fungal networks that live out of sight in the soil to towering canopies that are hundreds of years old. Learn how wildlife, plants, and all the micro ecosystems of the forest collaborate to persevere through major climactic change and join in on a discussion considering the wisdom that these woodlands hold in the future of New York City’s green spaces.
Registration not required.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a monthly hike exploring Inwood Hill Park. The hike will begin at the Inwood Hill Nature Center. This month’s hike will focus on trees.
Registration not required.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a monthly discussion of a nature-themed book. This month’s book will be Inheritors of the Earth by Chris D. Thomas. Please have the book read before the meeting! Registration not required. Program will be at Nature Center.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a tour inside the iconic Highbridge Water Tower to learn about the history of New York City’s water supply and enjoy the panoramic views from the top of the 200 foot tower.
Arrive between 1:00 p.m. and 2:45 p.m, to gain admittance. Program will be held at the base of the water tower behind the Highbridge Recreation Center and Pool.
Location: West 174 Street & Amsterdam Avenue in Highbridge Park
Registration not required.
