ALLEY POND ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER
Welcome to Alley Pond Environmental Center (APEC)

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For over 50 years, we have strived to educate children and adults in the New York metropolitan area, protect and preserve Alley Pond Park, open spaces and waterbodies, and advocate for sustainable environmental policies and practices. Click here to learn more and visit our center.
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Save The Date For APEC's 50th Anniversary Green Gala!

May 7th, 2026 from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Terrace on the Park

To all visitors: 
We have moved to our new home at 229-10 Northern Boulevard, Douglaston, NY 11362!

Please note: APEC is not a wildlife rescue or rehabilitator and we are not licensed to handle wild animals. Please click here for a full list of wildlife rehabilitators.

If you are looking to rehome an animal, please click here for a full list of resources for rehoming domesticated or wild animals.

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Early Childhood
Weekend Programs
Weekday Programs
Adult Programs
Birthday Parties
Class Visits
Outreach Program
Homeschool
Work At APEC
Injured Wildlife
APEC Merchandise
Hours & Parking

Our building and animal room is open to the public 7 days a week, except for major holidays.
Most weekdays, Monday - Friday, APEC is open from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Most fall weekends, APEC is open from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm.

We may be open longer some weekends depending on events and are closed some holidays. Call ahead if coming in on a weekend or on a holiday.

Our building is ADA accessible. Our parking lot and walking trails are open from dawn to dusk, year ‘round, even when the center is closed.


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. Please click here for a full list of wildlife rehabilitators. 

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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.
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229-10 Northern Blvd.
Douglaston, NY 11362
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MAIN: (718) 229-4000
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  • Home
  • About us
    • Mission & History
    • Your Visit
    • Who's Who at APEC?
    • Staff & Board
    • APEC In The News
    • FAQ
  • In-Person Programs
    • Homeschool
    • Early Childhood Programs
    • Weekend Programs
    • Vacation Day & Afterschool Programs
    • Animal Care Programs
    • Adult Programs
    • Program Calendar
  • Birthday Parties
  • Education
    • Class Visits
    • Outreach
    • Scouts
    • Teacher Workshops
    • Adult Clubs
  • Support
    • Fundraisers >
      • APEC's 2025 Green Gala
      • Annual Campaign 2025
      • Giving Tuesday 2024
      • APEC's 2024 Green Gala
      • Welcome Autumn Fundraiser Concert 2024
    • Donate >
      • Contribute
      • Amazon Wishlist
    • Membership
  • Work Opportunities
    • Paid Positions
    • Unpaid Positions >
      • Volunteer
      • Field Biology Internship >
        • Student Presentations
      • College Internships
  • Contact