ALLEY POND ENVIRONMENTAL CENTER
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Virtual Class Visits

APEC provides class visits for thousands of school children each year. All workshops provide educational concepts about various aspects of our living environment. In-person programs have been adapted to a virtual format.

Virtual Nursery & Pre-K

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Each trip includes:
  • 75 minute program
  • Topic of choice
  • Meet Live Animals
  • Guided Interpretive Walk
  • Theme-related story time

Virtual Grades K - 5

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Each trip includes:
  • 90 minute program
  • Topic of Choice
  • Meet Live Animals
  • Guided Interpretive Walk​

Virtual Grades 6 - 12

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Each trip includes:
  • 2 hour program
  • Topic of Choice
  • Guided Interpretive Walk
  • STEM-based activity
Class visits are by reservation only.
To schedule a trip call (718) 229-4000

Guidelines for the day of your trip

Full program, including nature walk, is held rain or shine.

Please dress  appropriately --
ie. boots in colder, wetter months and insect repellent in the spring.
 

Leave children on bus and    have one teacher register and pay for your group at the    Front Desk.
 
 
If your bus is running late, please call APEC at
 
718-229-4000 and we will try
to accommodate you.


 APEC does not supply hand sanitizer or paper towels.

 Keep in mind, there are no indoor lunch facilities available. There are outdoor picnic tables for your class, should you choose to enjoy lunch on the premises. 


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Please Note:
Maximum class size is 32 students & 5 adults (including teachers). Schools are not permitted to combine classes to reach the maximum class size.The reservation made represents the maximum number of students you may bring. Due to high demand for school trips, space is limited. As a result a $50 nonrefundable deposit for each class attending the school trip is required at the time of booking. Please see brochure linked above for pricing. 
*If you would like information on booking special needs classes, please call us at
​(718) 229-4000



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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224-65 76th Ave.
Oakland Gardens, NY 11364
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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
    • 2025 Summer Programs
    • Early Childhood Programs
    • Weekend Programs
    • Vacation Day & Afterschool Programs
    • Animal Care Programs
    • Adult Programs
    • Homeschool
    • Program Calendar
  • Birthday Parties
  • Education
    • Summer Camp Visits
    • Class Visits
    • Outreach
    • Scouts
    • Teacher Workshops
    • Adult Clubs
  • Support
    • Fundraisers >
      • 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