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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.
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 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Most weekends, APEC is open from 10:00 am - 2:00 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 is limited. We suggest carpooling or utilizing public transportation whenever possible.
On weekdays, additional parking is available on Northern Boulevard, east of APEC, until 4:00 pm. 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. Please click here for a full list of wildlife rehabilitators.
Most weekdays, Monday - Friday, APEC is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Most weekends, APEC is open from 10:00 am - 2:00 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 is limited. We suggest carpooling or utilizing public transportation whenever possible.
On weekdays, additional parking is available on Northern Boulevard, east of APEC, until 4:00 pm. 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. Please click here for a full list of wildlife rehabilitators.
Upcoming Programs
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Join Us For Fall Early Childhood Programs!
Toddler Time
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Sunny Bunnies
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We're Hiring!
Our current open positions are:
Birthday Educator - Per-Diem (available both Saturday & Sunday, must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 months)
Click here for the job description and how to apply
Environmental Educator - Per-Diem (available 2-4 weekdays and at least 1 weekend day, must be able to commit to a minimum of 6 months)
Click here for the job description and how to apply
Check out "Work Opportunities" in the menu for more information and unpaid openings
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Support Us
The Alley Pond Environmental Center staff, board, and friends mourn the passing of our friend, former Councilman Paul Vallone, a champion of APEC and the force for funding our new building. Our heartfelt condolences to our board member, Anna Marie, and to their children Lea, Catena, and Charlie.
We will always remember this kind, wonderful, selfless person.
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 |
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