Links and Resources for Summer Fun and Learning!!
For places to visit around NYC and resources that will help boost your environmental learning and exploration: Check these resources that we have used as part of Go Green! Summer Camp!
American Museum of Natural History Children's Webpages
www.amnh.org/ology/index.php?channel=biodiversity
Kid's Guide Guide to the Birds of Central Park
A colorful bird guide to local birds and includes a map of Central Park
http://cbc.amnh.org/center/programs/birds-ny.ht
Center for Biodiversity and Conservation
Many downloadable publications concerning conservation and biodiversity
http://cbc.amnh.org/center/pubs/index.php#General%20Interest
Governor's Island
Free ferry to great biking and free summer concerts!
http://www.govisland.com/
Madison Park for Kids
https://www.madisonsquarepark.org/calendar/Default.aspx
Bronx Zoo
http://www.bronxzoo.com/
Visit the award winning Congo Gorilla Forest Exhibit , the Wild Asia Monorail, Tiger Mountain, and their newest exhibit, Madagascar!
High Line
www.thehighline.org
A mile and a half long elevated park recently opened in the West Side of Manhattan. It runs from Gansevoort Street in the Meatpacking District to 34th Street, between 10th & 11th Avenue. Features include integrated landscapes, concrete pathways, native plants, fixed and movable seating, lighting and special features.
Randall's Island
http://randallsisland.org/
Commonly known for their sports fields, Randall's Island has a restored salt marsh and freshwater wetland. They also boast a children's garden, community urban farm, and green roof which are all open to the public.
NY Aquarium
http://www.nyaquarium.com/
Connect to aquatic wildlife through the varied attractions at the aquarium. Touch tanks, live shows, interactive exhibits, and a 4D theater will surely keep the kids interested for hours of fun in Brooklyn.
Gateway National Park, Jamaica Bay
http://www.nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit/thingstodojamaciabay.htm
Camping, beaches, recreation, history, and more! Activities are offered at Jamaica Bay (Floyd Bennett Field and Wildlife Refuge) yea- round.
GrowNYC GreenMarket
http://www.grownyc.org/greenmarket
Find a market near you for weekly food shopping. Support your local farms/farmers and learn while you shop.
Newtown Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility and Visitor Center
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dep/html/environmental_education/newtown_visitors_center.shtml
Although their website may not be interactive, their visitors center surely is! Plus, the treatment plant finally offers a free tour once a month - contact them for a reservation.
EPA for Kids
http://www.epa.gov/kids/
Have fun while learning about environmental protection with the EPA Kids Club!
Manahatta
http://welikia.org/
Ever want to take a stroll in your neighborhood as it would have been 400 years ago? What was the environment like? Find out now!
American Museum of Natural History Children's Webpages
www.amnh.org/ology/index.php?channel=biodiversity
Kid's Guide Guide to the Birds of Central Park
A colorful bird guide to local birds and includes a map of Central Park
http://cbc.amnh.org/center/programs/birds-ny.ht
Center for Biodiversity and Conservation
Many downloadable publications concerning conservation and biodiversity
http://cbc.amnh.org/center/pubs/index.php#General%20Interest
Governor's Island
Free ferry to great biking and free summer concerts!
http://www.govisland.com/
Madison Park for Kids
https://www.madisonsquarepark.org/calendar/Default.aspx
Bronx Zoo
http://www.bronxzoo.com/
Visit the award winning Congo Gorilla Forest Exhibit , the Wild Asia Monorail, Tiger Mountain, and their newest exhibit, Madagascar!
High Line
www.thehighline.org
A mile and a half long elevated park recently opened in the West Side of Manhattan. It runs from Gansevoort Street in the Meatpacking District to 34th Street, between 10th & 11th Avenue. Features include integrated landscapes, concrete pathways, native plants, fixed and movable seating, lighting and special features.
Randall's Island
http://randallsisland.org/
Commonly known for their sports fields, Randall's Island has a restored salt marsh and freshwater wetland. They also boast a children's garden, community urban farm, and green roof which are all open to the public.
NY Aquarium
http://www.nyaquarium.com/
Connect to aquatic wildlife through the varied attractions at the aquarium. Touch tanks, live shows, interactive exhibits, and a 4D theater will surely keep the kids interested for hours of fun in Brooklyn.
Gateway National Park, Jamaica Bay
http://www.nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit/thingstodojamaciabay.htm
Camping, beaches, recreation, history, and more! Activities are offered at Jamaica Bay (Floyd Bennett Field and Wildlife Refuge) yea- round.
GrowNYC GreenMarket
http://www.grownyc.org/greenmarket
Find a market near you for weekly food shopping. Support your local farms/farmers and learn while you shop.
Newtown Creek Wastewater Treatment Facility and Visitor Center
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dep/html/environmental_education/newtown_visitors_center.shtml
Although their website may not be interactive, their visitors center surely is! Plus, the treatment plant finally offers a free tour once a month - contact them for a reservation.
EPA for Kids
http://www.epa.gov/kids/
Have fun while learning about environmental protection with the EPA Kids Club!
Manahatta
http://welikia.org/
Ever want to take a stroll in your neighborhood as it would have been 400 years ago? What was the environment like? Find out now!
