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AccessibilityUrban Park Rangers: Kids and Families
Our Urban Park Rangers connect children with nature to encourage active exploration of the natural world. Children who spend time outdoors develop strong imaginations and learn to socialize better with others. Urban Park Rangers are role models who encourage children to let their imaginations run wild in a safe, supportive atmosphere.
Kids Week
Join our Urban Park Rangers during Midwinter Recess for jun kid-friendly nature programs, from birding and hiking adventures to survival skills and art workshops.
Urban Park Rangers: Kids and Families Events
Friday, November 21, 2025
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Artist & Sculptor Donna Napoli-Steele: Out of the Box Biodiversity
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island 
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Donna Napoli-Steele Presents this art exhibit showcasing various forms of art pieces including sculptures, clay, watercolor, and paint.
Free!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Out of the Box Biodiversity: Student Art
at Rutan-Becket House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Out Of The Box Biodiversity Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Donna Napoli-Steele Presents Youth Art Featuring Pieces Completed by her Students
Out Of The Box Biodiversity
Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Free!
Kids
Saturday, November 22, 2025
Birding: Beginner Birding
at Chapin Parkway and 85th Avenue (in Captain Tilly Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Rangers will introduce beginner friendly resources that can make birding fun for anyone! Binoculars will be provided.
Free!
Kids
Gather Around the Campfire
at Entrance - Beach 44th Street and Boardwalk (in Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk), Queens
5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Enjoy the sunset and cool nights of November gathered around a fire with the Urban Park Rangers. We will participate in activities such as stories, songs and more.
Free!
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Artist & Sculptor Donna Napoli-Steele: Out of the Box Biodiversity
at H.H. Biddle House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Donna Napoli-Steele Presents this art exhibit showcasing various forms of art pieces including sculptures, clay, watercolor, and paint.
Free!
Ongoing Museum Exhibit: Out of the Box Biodiversity: Student Art
at Rutan-Becket House (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Out Of The Box Biodiversity Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Donna Napoli-Steele Presents Youth Art Featuring Pieces Completed by her Students
Out Of The Box Biodiversity
Upcycled Cardboard Sculpture, Raku Fired Clay, Watercolor, Pen & Ink
Free!
Kids
Saturday, November 29, 2025
Nature Scavenger Hunt
at Sutphin Playground (in Baisley Pond Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Embark on an adventure-filled scavenger hunt! Join us for a day of exploration and discovery to uncover hidden treasures amidst the scenic beauty of Baisley Pond Park.
Free!
Kids
Sunday, November 30, 2025
Gather Around the Campfire
at Fort Greene Park Visitor Center (in Fort Greene Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for an afternoon of learning fire building skills and activities such as stories, songs and more.
Free!
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