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Wildlife Viewing: City Squirrels

Sunday, January 18, 2026

11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. Our Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle. Squirrel Appreciation Day is January 21. Learn more about New York’s most visible mammal and how they survive the cold winter months without hibernating.

Location

Forest Park Visitor Center in Forest Park 
Accessible
Woodhaven Boulevard and Forest Park Drive
Queens
Directions to this location

Cost

Free  

Registration

Registration not required.

Event Organizer

NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers

Contact Number

(718) 846-2731

Categories

Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Wildlife

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Nature Centers
Forest Park Visitor Center
Forest Park Nature Center is currently closed to the public.

Partner Organization

Forest Park Trust

Contacts

Forest Park Administrator: (718) 235-0815
Forest Park Golf Course: (718) 296-0999