Programs & Tours
Shorebirds: Ecology & Identification Online Workshop
Shorebirds are a fascinating and declining group of birds that includes sandpipers, plovers, oystercatchers, avocets, and more. They can be extremely challenging to identify, but their great diversity, social nature, and potential for rarities can enliven any trip to a beach or marsh.
Learn about the finer points of ID in this Zoom workshop, as well as their ecology, behavior, and conservation challenges.
$20
Jamaica Bay Spring Shorebirds & More
Meet at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge and search the mudflats and ponds of Jamaica Bay (the NYC locale with the most recorded species of birds) for breeding herons and egrets, Forster's and Common Terns, Clapper Rail, and American Oystercatcher, as well as the many migratory plovers and sandpipers that are headed north to their arctic breeding grounds. Learn the finer points of identifying these challenging species.
Bring binoculars if you have them, plus water, snacks, sunscreen, and shoes you don't mind getting muddy. Walking will be about 1-2 miles, over flat but potentially muddy ground and gravel paths.
$45. Limited to 15 people.
Classic Harbor Line NY Harbor Eco-Cruise
Eco-Cruises are Back! Step aboard the Classic Harbor Line luxury yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II - a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht - as we travel up the East River in style, past abandoned islands rich with history and modern day wildlife!
Embark on a journey of discovery aboard the classic yacht MANHATTAN, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the hidden gems of U Thant Island, Roosevelt Island, Mill Rock, and North & South Brother Islands. Join us for a captivating 3-hour cruise through the heart of our city, where history and nature converge in breathtaking harmony.
As we set sail, prepare to be enchanted by the Manhattan skyline, the bustling waterway of the East River, north to the start of the Long Island Sound. Expert guide and renowned Urban Naturalist Gabriel Willow will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands, steeped in history and teeming with wildlife.
North Brother & South Brother Islands, nestled in the East River, are not just picturesque landscapes but vital nesting habitat for a myriad of bird species. In fact, they are a nationally recognized haven for colonial water birds, gulls, herons, cormorants, and egrets. Witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they gather on the islands for nesting and rearing their young, with the New York City skyline as a backdrop. Return at sunset, and view the Statue of Liberty as the lights of the skyline and the stars in the night sky sparkle around us.
This cruise often sells out. Starting at $104. Registration required.
Classic Harbor Line NY Harbor Eco-Cruise
Eco-Cruises are Back! Step aboard the Classic Harbor Line luxury yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II - a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht - as we travel up the East River in style, past abandoned islands rich with history and modern day wildlife!
Embark on a journey of discovery aboard the classic yacht MANHATTAN, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the hidden gems of U Thant Island, Roosevelt Island, Mill Rock, and North & South Brother Islands. Join us for a captivating 3-hour cruise through the heart of our city, where history and nature converge in breathtaking harmony.
As we set sail, prepare to be enchanted by the Manhattan skyline, the bustling waterway of the East River, north to the start of the Long Island Sound. Expert guide and renowned Urban Naturalist Gabriel Willow will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands, steeped in history and teeming with wildlife.
North Brother & South Brother Islands, nestled in the East River, are not just picturesque landscapes but vital nesting habitat for a myriad of bird species. In fact, they are a nationally recognized haven for colonial water birds, gulls, herons, cormorants, and egrets. Witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they gather on the islands for nesting and rearing their young, with the New York City skyline as a backdrop. Return at sunset, and view the Statue of Liberty as the lights of the skyline and the stars in the night sky sparkle around us.
This cruise often sells out. Starting at $104. Registration required.
The Hidden Ecology of Prospect Park After Dark - Bats, Fireflies & More
Discover the mysterious nocturnal wonders of the park on a starlit expedition
Look & listen for bats, fireflies, moths, raccoons, and more
Walk through the park while Gabriel points out its thriving natural nightlife
Learn how to identify and track nocturnal creatures
Balmy summer evenings are a beautiful time to stroll at night, but a closer look reveals a secret side of wildlife in the city that appears after dark. As the city lights meet the stars, bats, cicadas, katydids, fireflies and nocturnal birds emerge from their slumbers, giving new meaning to ‘the city that never sleeps’!
Join Gabriel on a starlit stroll through Prospect Park, Brooklyn. He’ll teach you how to find and identify bats using a special echolocation-listening device and will point out numerous other natural wonders along the way, bringing you a safe distance to all the diverse creatures of the city night.
Classic Harbor Line NY Harbor Eco-Cruise
Eco-Cruises are Back! Step aboard the Classic Harbor Line luxury yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II - a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht - as we travel up the East River in style, past abandoned islands rich with history and modern day wildlife!
Embark on a journey of discovery aboard the classic yacht MANHATTAN, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the hidden gems of U Thant Island, Roosevelt Island, Mill Rock, and North & South Brother Islands. Join us for a captivating 3-hour cruise through the heart of our city, where history and nature converge in breathtaking harmony.
As we set sail, prepare to be enchanted by the Manhattan skyline, the bustling waterway of the East River, north to the start of the Long Island Sound. Expert guide and renowned Urban Naturalist Gabriel Willow will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands, steeped in history and teeming with wildlife.
North Brother & South Brother Islands, nestled in the East River, are not just picturesque landscapes but vital nesting habitat for a myriad of bird species. In fact, they are a nationally recognized haven for colonial water birds, gulls, herons, cormorants, and egrets. Witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they gather on the islands for nesting and rearing their young, with the New York City skyline as a backdrop. Return at sunset, and view the Statue of Liberty as the lights of the skyline and the stars in the night sky sparkle around us.
This cruise often sells out. Starting at $104. Registration required.
Classic Harbor Line NY Harbor Eco-Cruise
Eco-Cruises are Back! Step aboard the Classic Harbor Line luxury yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II - a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht - as we travel up the East River in style, past abandoned islands rich with history and modern day wildlife!
Embark on a journey of discovery aboard the classic yacht MANHATTAN, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the hidden gems of U Thant Island, Roosevelt Island, Mill Rock, and North & South Brother Islands. Join us for a captivating 3-hour cruise through the heart of our city, where history and nature converge in breathtaking harmony.
As we set sail, prepare to be enchanted by the Manhattan skyline, the bustling waterway of the East River, north to the start of the Long Island Sound. Expert guide and renowned Urban Naturalist Gabriel Willow will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands, steeped in history and teeming with wildlife.
North Brother & South Brother Islands, nestled in the East River, are not just picturesque landscapes but vital nesting habitat for a myriad of bird species. In fact, they are a nationally recognized haven for colonial water birds, gulls, herons, cormorants, and egrets. Witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they gather on the islands for nesting and rearing their young, with the New York City skyline as a backdrop. Return at sunset, and view the Statue of Liberty as the lights of the skyline and the stars in the night sky sparkle around us.
This cruise often sells out. Starting at $104. Registration required.
Classic Harbor Line NY Harbor Eco-Cruise
Eco-Cruises are Back! Step aboard the Classic Harbor Line luxury yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II - a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht - as we travel up the East River in style, past abandoned islands rich with history and modern day wildlife!
Embark on a journey of discovery aboard the classic yacht MANHATTAN, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the hidden gems of U Thant Island, Roosevelt Island, Mill Rock, and North & South Brother Islands. Join us for a captivating 3-hour cruise through the heart of our city, where history and nature converge in breathtaking harmony.
As we set sail, prepare to be enchanted by the Manhattan skyline, the bustling waterway of the East River, north to the start of the Long Island Sound. Expert guide and renowned Urban Naturalist Gabriel Willow will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands, steeped in history and teeming with wildlife.
North Brother & South Brother Islands, nestled in the East River, are not just picturesque landscapes but vital nesting habitat for a myriad of bird species. In fact, they are a nationally recognized haven for colonial water birds, gulls, herons, cormorants, and egrets. Witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they gather on the islands for nesting and rearing their young, with the New York City skyline as a backdrop. Return at sunset, and view the Statue of Liberty as the lights of the skyline and the stars in the night sky sparkle around us.
This cruise often sells out. Starting at $104. Registration required.
Classic Harbor Line NY Harbor Eco-Cruise
Eco-Cruises are Back! Step aboard the Classic Harbor Line luxury yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II - a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht - as we travel up the East River in style, past abandoned islands rich with history and modern day wildlife!
Embark on a journey of discovery aboard the classic yacht MANHATTAN, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the hidden gems of U Thant Island, Roosevelt Island, Mill Rock, and North & South Brother Islands. Join us for a captivating 3-hour cruise through the heart of our city, where history and nature converge in breathtaking harmony.
As we set sail, prepare to be enchanted by the Manhattan skyline, the bustling waterway of the East River, north to the start of the Long Island Sound. Expert guide and renowned Urban Naturalist Gabriel Willow will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands, steeped in history and teeming with wildlife.
North Brother & South Brother Islands, nestled in the East River, are not just picturesque landscapes but vital nesting habitat for a myriad of bird species. In fact, they are a nationally recognized haven for colonial water birds, gulls, herons, cormorants, and egrets. Witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they gather on the islands for nesting and rearing their young, with the New York City skyline as a backdrop. Return at sunset, and view the Statue of Liberty as the lights of the skyline and the stars in the night sky sparkle around us.
This cruise often sells out. Starting at $104. Registration required.
FREE Spring Bird Walks at The Battery
Join Gabriel Willow to explore the diversity of migrating birds that find food and habitat in The Battery. This walk is hosted in partnership with The Battery Conservancy.
The group will meet at the SeaGlass Carousel located near the entrance to The Battery near State Street and Pearl Street.
RSVP preferred. No limit. Free.
Classic Harbor Line NY Harbor Eco-Cruise
Eco-Cruises are Back! Step aboard the Classic Harbor Line luxury yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II - a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht - as we travel up the East River in style, past abandoned islands rich with history and modern day wildlife!
Embark on a journey of discovery aboard the classic yacht MANHATTAN, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the hidden gems of U Thant Island, Roosevelt Island, Mill Rock, and North & South Brother Islands. Join us for a captivating 3-hour cruise through the heart of our city, where history and nature converge in breathtaking harmony.
As we set sail, prepare to be enchanted by the Manhattan skyline, the bustling waterway of the East River, north to the start of the Long Island Sound. Expert guide and renowned Urban Naturalist Gabriel Willow will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands, steeped in history and teeming with wildlife.
North Brother & South Brother Islands, nestled in the East River, are not just picturesque landscapes but vital nesting habitat for a myriad of bird species. In fact, they are a nationally recognized haven for colonial water birds, gulls, herons, cormorants, and egrets. Witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they gather on the islands for nesting and rearing their young, with the New York City skyline as a backdrop. Return at sunset, and view the Statue of Liberty as the lights of the skyline and the stars in the night sky sparkle around us.
This cruise often sells out. Starting at $104. Registration required.
Classic Harbor Line NY Harbor Eco-Cruise
Eco-Cruises are Back! Step aboard the Classic Harbor Line luxury yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II - a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht - as we travel up the East River in style, past abandoned islands rich with history and modern day wildlife!
Embark on a journey of discovery aboard the classic yacht MANHATTAN, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the hidden gems of U Thant Island, Roosevelt Island, Mill Rock, and North & South Brother Islands. Join us for a captivating 3-hour cruise through the heart of our city, where history and nature converge in breathtaking harmony.
As we set sail, prepare to be enchanted by the Manhattan skyline, the bustling waterway of the East River, north to the start of the Long Island Sound. Expert guide and renowned Urban Naturalist Gabriel Willow will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands, steeped in history and teeming with wildlife.
North Brother & South Brother Islands, nestled in the East River, are not just picturesque landscapes but vital nesting habitat for a myriad of bird species. In fact, they are a nationally recognized haven for colonial water birds, gulls, herons, cormorants, and egrets. Witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they gather on the islands for nesting and rearing their young, with the New York City skyline as a backdrop. Return at sunset, and view the Statue of Liberty as the lights of the skyline and the stars in the night sky sparkle around us.
This cruise often sells out. Starting at $104. Registration required.
Met Cloisters Garden Festival: Wild Imaginations
Let your imagination run wild in The Met Cloisters gardens! Enjoy tours, performances, art making, and more as you explore the gardens and the creatures who call them home. From buzzing bees and fluttering butterflies to sly foxes and creeping garden critters, discover how the living world has long inspired extraordinary hybrid beings: part animal, part human, part plant. For garden enthusiasts and curious visitors of all ages. Select activities offered in both Spanish and English.
Presented in conjunction with The Met Cloisters exhibition Creatures of Myth and Imagination: Europe and the Americas.
FREE with Museum admission; admission is pay what you wish for New York state residents, and free for children 12 and under with an adult, and a care partner accompanying a visitor with a disability. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served.
Accessibility at The Met Cloisters is somewhat limited for wheelchair and stroller users and others who need step-free access due to the building’s landmark status. Baby carriers are recommended. Please visit our Accessibility page for more information. For additional access accommodations, contact access@metmuseum.org or 212-650-2010.
FREE Spring Birding Fridays in Bryant Park
Fridays, April 24-June 5, 5:00pm–6:00pm
Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
Tours will take place on Tuesdays at 8am and Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm.
Meet at the Bryant Park info kiosk, on 6th Avenue across from 41st Street (near the fountain).
No pre-registration is required.
FREE Spring Birding Thursdays in Bryant Park
Thursdays, April 23-June 4, 5:00pm–6:00pm
Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
Tours will take place on Tuesdays at 8am and Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm.
Meet at the Bryant Park info kiosk, on 6th Avenue across from 41st Street (near the fountain).
No pre-registration is required.
FREE Spring Bird Walks at The Battery
Join Gabriel Willow to explore the diversity of migrating birds that find food and habitat in The Battery. This walk is hosted in partnership with The Battery Conservancy.
The group will meet at the SeaGlass Carousel located near the entrance to The Battery near State Street and Pearl Street.
RSVP preferred. No limit. Free.
FREE Spring Birding Tuesdays in Bryant Park
Tuesdays, April 21-June 2, 8:00am–9:00am
Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
Tours will take place on Tuesdays at 8am and Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm.
Meet at the Bryant Park info kiosk, on 6th Avenue across from 41st Street (near the fountain).
No pre-registration is required.
Classic Harbor Line NY Harbor Eco-Cruise
Eco-Cruises are Back! Step aboard the Classic Harbor Line luxury yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II - a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht - as we travel up the East River in style, past abandoned islands rich with history and modern day wildlife!
Embark on a journey of discovery aboard the classic yacht MANHATTAN, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the hidden gems of U Thant Island, Roosevelt Island, Mill Rock, and North & South Brother Islands. Join us for a captivating 3-hour cruise through the heart of our city, where history and nature converge in breathtaking harmony.
As we set sail, prepare to be enchanted by the Manhattan skyline, the bustling waterway of the East River, north to the start of the Long Island Sound. Expert guide and renowned Urban Naturalist Gabriel Willow will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands, steeped in history and teeming with wildlife.
North Brother & South Brother Islands, nestled in the East River, are not just picturesque landscapes but vital nesting habitat for a myriad of bird species. In fact, they are a nationally recognized haven for colonial water birds, gulls, herons, cormorants, and egrets. Witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they gather on the islands for nesting and rearing their young, with the New York City skyline as a backdrop. Return at sunset, and view the Statue of Liberty as the lights of the skyline and the stars in the night sky sparkle around us.
This cruise often sells out. Starting at $104. Registration required.
Classic Harbor Line NY Harbor Eco-Cruise
Eco-Cruises are Back! Step aboard the Classic Harbor Line luxury yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II - a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht - as we travel up the East River in style, past abandoned islands rich with history and modern day wildlife!
Embark on a journey of discovery aboard the classic yacht MANHATTAN, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the hidden gems of U Thant Island, Roosevelt Island, Mill Rock, and North & South Brother Islands. Join us for a captivating 3-hour cruise through the heart of our city, where history and nature converge in breathtaking harmony.
As we set sail, prepare to be enchanted by the Manhattan skyline, the bustling waterway of the East River, north to the start of the Long Island Sound. Expert guide and renowned Urban Naturalist Gabriel Willow will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands, steeped in history and teeming with wildlife.
North Brother & South Brother Islands, nestled in the East River, are not just picturesque landscapes but vital nesting habitat for a myriad of bird species. In fact, they are a nationally recognized haven for colonial water birds, gulls, herons, cormorants, and egrets. Witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they gather on the islands for nesting and rearing their young, with the New York City skyline as a backdrop. Return at sunset, and view the Statue of Liberty as the lights of the skyline and the stars in the night sky sparkle around us.
This cruise often sells out. Starting at $104. Registration required.
FREE Spring Birding Fridays in Bryant Park
Fridays, April 24-June 5, 5:00pm–6:00pm
Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
Tours will take place on Tuesdays at 8am and Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm.
Meet at the Bryant Park info kiosk, on 6th Avenue across from 41st Street (near the fountain).
No pre-registration is required.
FREE Spring Birding Thursdays in Bryant Park
Thursdays, April 23-June 4, 5:00pm–6:00pm
Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
Tours will take place on Tuesdays at 8am and Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm.
Meet at the Bryant Park info kiosk, on 6th Avenue across from 41st Street (near the fountain).
No pre-registration is required.
Wednesday Evening Spring Migration Walks in Central Park
Wednesdays, April 22-May 27, 5:30-7pm
Witness the spectacle of spring migration on this six-week series of walks as a songbirds and other species follow the Atlantic Flyway northwards. Look for orioles, tanagers, warblers, vireos, and other migrants in the wilds of Central Park, and learn about the finer points of their identification and ecology. Limited to 15. Register for the whole series or for individual walks.
FREE Spring Bird Walks at The Battery
Join Gabriel Willow to explore the diversity of migrating birds that find food and habitat in The Battery. This walk is hosted in partnership with The Battery Conservancy.
The group will meet at the SeaGlass Carousel located near the entrance to The Battery near State Street and Pearl Street.
RSVP preferred. No limit. Free.
Tuesday Evening Spring Migration Walks in Central Park
Tuesdays, April 21 - May 26, 5:30-7pm
Witness the spectacle of spring migration on this six-week series of walks as songbirds follow the Atlantic Flyway northwards. Look for orioles, tanagers, warblers, vireos, and other migrants in the wilds of Central Park, and learn about the finer points of their identification and ecology. Limited to 15. Register for the whole series or for individual walks.
FREE Spring Birding Tuesdays in Bryant Park
Tuesdays, April 21-June 2, 8:00am–9:00am
Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
Tours will take place on Tuesdays at 8am and Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm.
Meet at the Bryant Park info kiosk, on 6th Avenue across from 41st Street (near the fountain).
No pre-registration is required.
Classic Harbor Line NY Harbor Eco-Cruise
Eco-Cruises are Back! Step aboard the Classic Harbor Line luxury yacht Manhattan or Manhattan II - a cozy, elegant, 1920s-style yacht - as we travel up the East River in style, past abandoned islands rich with history and modern day wildlife!
Embark on a journey of discovery aboard the classic yacht MANHATTAN, as we navigate the scenic New York Harbor waterways from Chelsea Piers to the hidden gems of U Thant Island, Roosevelt Island, Mill Rock, and North & South Brother Islands. Join us for a captivating 3-hour cruise through the heart of our city, where history and nature converge in breathtaking harmony.
As we set sail, prepare to be enchanted by the Manhattan skyline, the bustling waterway of the East River, north to the start of the Long Island Sound. Expert guide and renowned Urban Naturalist Gabriel Willow will regale you with fascinating tales of these iconic islands, steeped in history and teeming with wildlife.
North Brother & South Brother Islands, nestled in the East River, are not just picturesque landscapes but vital nesting habitat for a myriad of bird species. In fact, they are a nationally recognized haven for colonial water birds, gulls, herons, cormorants, and egrets. Witness the majesty of these magnificent creatures as they gather on the islands for nesting and rearing their young, with the New York City skyline as a backdrop. Return at sunset, and view the Statue of Liberty as the lights of the skyline and the stars in the night sky sparkle around us.
This cruise often sells out. Starting at $104. Registration required.
FREE Spring Birding Fridays in Bryant Park
Fridays, April 24-June 5, 5:00pm–6:00pm
Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
Tours will take place on Tuesdays at 8am and Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm.
Meet at the Bryant Park info kiosk, on 6th Avenue across from 41st Street (near the fountain).
No pre-registration is required.
FREE Spring Birding Thursdays in Bryant Park
Thursdays, April 23-June 4, 5:00pm–6:00pm
Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
Tours will take place on Tuesdays at 8am and Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm.
Meet at the Bryant Park info kiosk, on 6th Avenue across from 41st Street (near the fountain).
No pre-registration is required.
Wednesday Evening Spring Migration Walks in Central Park
Wednesdays, April 22-May 27, 5:30-7pm
Witness the spectacle of spring migration on this six-week series of walks as a songbirds and other species follow the Atlantic Flyway northwards. Look for orioles, tanagers, warblers, vireos, and other migrants in the wilds of Central Park, and learn about the finer points of their identification and ecology. Limited to 15. Register for the whole series or for individual walks.
FREE Spring Bird Walks at The Battery
Join Gabriel Willow to explore the diversity of migrating birds that find food and habitat in The Battery. This walk is hosted in partnership with The Battery Conservancy.
The group will meet at the SeaGlass Carousel located near the entrance to The Battery near State Street and Pearl Street.
RSVP preferred. No limit. Free.
Tuesday Evening Spring Migration Walks in Central Park
Tuesdays, April 21 - May 26, 5:30-7pm
Witness the spectacle of spring migration on this six-week series of walks as songbirds follow the Atlantic Flyway northwards. Look for orioles, tanagers, warblers, vireos, and other migrants in the wilds of Central Park, and learn about the finer points of their identification and ecology. Limited to 15. Register for the whole series or for individual walks.
FREE Spring Birding Tuesdays in Bryant Park
Tuesdays, April 21-June 2, 8:00am–9:00am
Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
Tours will take place on Tuesdays at 8am and Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm.
Meet at the Bryant Park info kiosk, on 6th Avenue across from 41st Street (near the fountain).
No pre-registration is required.
FREE Kid-Friendly East River Bird Walk with NYC Bird Alliance & EsplanadeFriends
Join NYC Bird Alliance & EsplanadeFriends to explore the East River along Andrew Haswell Park. Free with registration.
Hunter's Point South Park Spring Nature Walk
This Spring, the Hunters Point Parks Conservancy is partnering with Gabriel Willow to host three nature tours in Hunter's Point South Park.
Welcome spring with us and take a nature tour of the park that will focus on the restored tidal marsh ecosystem, with some ecological history of NYC woven in. Learn about the great potential these habitats have both as an oasis for migrating birds and also how they serve as buffers from storms and sea level rise, and increase the resiliency of our waterfront and neighborhoods.
Participants will meet at the entrance to Hunter's Point South Park at the intersection of Center Blvd. & Borden Ave. Please make sure you arrive 5-10 minutes before the start time.
Three events will take place (April 18, May 9, and May 16 from 5-6pm).
FREE Spring Birding Fridays in Bryant Park
Fridays, April 24-June 5, 5:00pm–6:00pm
Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
Tours will take place on Tuesdays at 8am and Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm.
Meet at the Bryant Park info kiosk, on 6th Avenue across from 41st Street (near the fountain).
No pre-registration is required.
FREE Spring Birding Thursdays in Bryant Park
Thursdays, April 23-June 4, 5:00pm–6:00pm
Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call Bryant Park home during migratory season with guided tours led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. Located in the heart of Midtown, Bryant Park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
Tours will take place on Tuesdays at 8am and Thursdays and Fridays at 5pm.
Meet at the Bryant Park info kiosk, on 6th Avenue across from 41st Street (near the fountain).
No pre-registration is required.
Wednesday Evening Spring Migration Walks in Central Park
Wednesdays, April 22-May 27, 5:30-7pm
Witness the spectacle of spring migration on this six-week series of walks as a songbirds and other species follow the Atlantic Flyway northwards. Look for orioles, tanagers, warblers, vireos, and other migrants in the wilds of Central Park, and learn about the finer points of their identification and ecology. Limited to 15. Register for the whole series or for individual walks.
FREE Spring Bird Walks at The Battery
Join Gabriel Willow to explore the diversity of migrating birds that find food and habitat in The Battery. This walk is hosted in partnership with The Battery Conservancy.
The group will meet at the SeaGlass Carousel located near the entrance to The Battery near State Street and Pearl Street.
RSVP preferred. No limit. Free.
Tuesday Evening Spring Migration Walks in Central Park
Tuesdays, April 21 - May 26, 5:30-7pm
Witness the spectacle of spring migration on this six-week series of walks as songbirds follow the Atlantic Flyway northwards. Look for orioles, tanagers, warblers, vireos, and other migrants in the wilds of Central Park, and learn about the finer points of their identification and ecology. Limited to 15. Register for the whole series or for individual walks.