To all visitors: We have moved to our new home at 229-10 Northern Boulevard, Douglaston, NY 11362!
Please join us for our New Building Open House & Concert on Saturday, December 9th, 2023 

Our New Building
Video taken by Willy Airaldi
Hours & Parking
Our building and animal room will be open to the public 7 days a week, except for major holidays. Monday - Friday, APEC will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We have varying hours on the weekend and are closed on some holidays. Call ahead if coming in on a weekend or on a holiday. Building is handicap accessible. Walking trails are open from dawn to dusk, year ‘round.

Parking is limited. We suggest carpooling or utilizing public transportation whenever possible. On weekdays, parking is available on Northern Boulevard, east of APEC, until 4pm. Weekend parking is available on Northern Boulevard all day.

Parking and entrance to the building and grounds is free, but we do have a suggested donation of $5 per person. You can contribute right at the front desk of APEC if you wish to do so!

Please note APEC is not a licensed rehabilitator and cannot take in injured or orphaned wildlife.

We're Hiring!

Our current open positions are:

Environmental Educator - Per-Diem (available 2-4 weekdays and at least 1 weekend day) 
​Click here for the job description and how to apply

Check out "Work Opportunities" in the menu for more information and unpaid openings

Upcoming Programs

Vet Tech 101 - Intelligence
​​Saturday, December 16th | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

For Ages 9-12 (drop-off)  |  $34

I Want to Be a Vet
​​Thursday, December 28th | 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

For Ages 6-8 (drop-off)  |  $22

Bird Brains
​​​Thursday, December 28th | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm

For Ages 6-8 (drop-off)  |  $30

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Thank You To All Our Sponsors!

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The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.
229-10 Northern Blvd.
Douglaston, NY 11362
MAIN: (718) 229-4000
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