The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Sunday, June 8th | 9:30 am - 10:30 am
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Enjoy the popular Eric Carle’s classic and read about the caterpillar stage before he enters a chrysalis. Learn about the butterfly life cycle, enjoy a fun matching game, observe live butterflies, and with their cooperation, release them on a nature walk. One parent per child. No siblings except babies in carriers or car seats.
For Ages 2-3, with one adult | $22 per child/parent pair
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Creepy, Crawly Critters
Sunday, June 8th | 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
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Get ready for summer fun by learning about creepy, crawly critters. Children will enjoy an up-close observation of a Madagascar hissing cockroach, crickets, and walking sticks as they study insect anatomy. One parent per child. No siblings except babies in carriers or car seats. Space is limited.
For Ages 3-5, with one adult | $26 per child/parent pair
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Fungi Walk Presented by the Mycological Society
Sunday, June 15th | 11:00 am - 12:30 pm*
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Step into the enchanting world of fungi with the New York Mycological Society on a magical walk through Alley Pond Park. This June, as summer’s first mushrooms make their debut, we’ll explore the hidden wonders of the forest floor. We'll be looking for elegant Amanitas and vibrant Russulas, which form symbiotic partnerships with trees, and be keeping an eye out for the season’s first colorful boletes. We're also likely to find polypores sprouting like shelves from fallen logs, jelly fungi and intricate crust fungi weaving their way across fallen logs and branches. Guided by the club's experts, you’ll learn how to find and identify fungi and gain insight into their vital roles in our urban habitats. Please note, this is a walk to appreciate fungi, not a foraging walk. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes, apply insect repellant and sunblock, and bring water. Spots are limited.
*Fungi enthusiasts may choose to continue the walk for more time, but you are welcome to leave after 90 minutes. For Adults | $5 per person
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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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