Kew Gardens
Free
Forest Park
NYC Parks
A 500-plus-acre Queens park dominated by one of the borough's biggest oak forests, with hiking and horse trails, the restored Strack Pond, playgrounds and a historic carousel.
ranger programs
Urban Park Rangers Family Programs – Queens
by NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers
Forest Park, Queens
Free
Ages 3–17
Outdoor
Forest Park
About Urban Park Rangers Family Programs – Queens
Free ranger-led walks, wildlife watches and nature activities for families in Queens parks such as Forest Park and Fort Totten Park. Rangers teach kids to spot birds, identify trees, explore shorelines and learn outdoor skills, with seasonal events like wildlife festivals.
- Free year-round
- Programs in parks across the borough
- Wildlife viewing and nature exploration themes
- Address
- Forest Park, Fort Totten and other Queens parks, 11415
- Website
- nycgovparks.org
Weekly schedule
Year-round; see NYC Parks ranger calendar
Cost
Free; some programs require advance registration
Plan a visit
Pick a date to add it to your plans.
Questions parents ask about Urban Park Rangers Family Programs – Queens
What ages is Urban Park Rangers Family Programs best for?
Ages 3–17.
How much does Urban Park Rangers Family Programs cost?
Free; some programs require advance registration
What are the hours for Urban Park Rangers Family Programs?
Year-round; see NYC Parks ranger calendar
Where is Urban Park Rangers Family Programs?
Forest Park, Fort Totten and other Queens parks, 11415, Queens.
Is Urban Park Rangers Family Programs indoors?
No. Urban Park Rangers Family Programs is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
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