Throughout the year, RIPA hosts over 200 free public events including tours, movie nights, waterfront activities, our annual Earth Day and Harvest Festivals and more. These family-friendly drop-in events play an integral role in helping Park visitors explore the Island’s varied points of interest. We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. For inquiries about accessibility, to request an accommodation or for event information please email [email protected].
Volunteer with Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful! Team RIVER Volunteers regularly work with the Natural Areas team twice a month to take care of and restore our natural spaces on the island. With our Horticulture team, volunteers care for the many gardens, green streets and meadows […]
The 125th annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count—the nation's longest-running Community-Science bird project—will soon be underway nationwide, and in all five boroughs of New York City - including here at Randall's Island Park! Anyone can participate, even beginner birders! The data collected over the past century by volunteer observers, ranging from experienced ornithologists to casual nature […]
Volunteer with Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful! Team RIVER Volunteers regularly work with the Natural Areas team twice a month to take care of and restore our natural spaces on the island. With our Horticulture team, volunteers care for the many gardens, green streets and meadows […]
Volunteers will assist our Urban Farm team to create these seed packets by placing seeds into packages and clearly labelling each. Seed-saving has a long and rich history, and we're proud to take a small part in this tradition and pass on our seeds to others in the community to grow. Hot chocolate and light […]
Volunteers will assist our Urban Farm team to create these seed packets by placing seeds into packages and clearly labelling each. Seed-saving has a long and rich history, and we're proud to take a small part in this tradition and pass on our seeds to others in the community to grow. Hot chocolate and light […]
Join RIPA in this celebration of Black History Month as we uplift the stories and work of our local Black community. We’ll gather at the East Harlem Neighborhood Health Action Center for some nature and community-based activities and an Afro-Brazilian Samba class. Enjoy music, games, and snacks! This program is free and accessible to all […]
Our Natural Areas Manager, Doug Kenney, will present an informative workshop on four invasive species RIPA is targeting for removal as part of a DEC-awarded grant, followed by a hands-on activity removing one of the species (Italian Arum) in the Water’s Edge Garden/Forest Pathway area. We will gather in Icahn Stadium for the presentation, enjoy […]
Join us to examine the bridges that surround Randall's Island Park! This tour will start with a presentation of the history behind and specifics of the bridges on Randall’s Island. We will look at: Important people behind these bridges Bridge design Bridges on the island After, we will take a ride around the island, examining […]
Join the NYC Compost Project hosted by Big Reuse as we manage the 3-bin compost system at Randall's Island Urban Farm! We will be processing food scraps, yard waste, turning piles, and sifting finished compost. Your volunteer work with us helps divert food scraps and organic waste away from landfills, which decreases greenhouse gas emissions […]
At this special volunteer event, you will help us clear the straw-covered garden beds to prepare for planting! Let’s celebrate a new season and welcome back our farm volunteers. Volunteers will work for two hours and then we will get together to celebrate a new season with: Hot cocoa A fire pit Live Lyall karaoke/sing […]
Volunteer with Team RIVER (Randall’s Island Volunteer Ecological Restorers) and help keep Randall’s Island Park beautiful! Team RIVER Volunteers regularly work with the Natural Areas team twice a month to take care of and restore our natural spaces on the island. With our Horticulture team, volunteers care for the many gardens, green streets and meadows, […]
Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! Whether you are new to our farm or have been a tried-and-true weekly volunteer, come and join us! Volunteers must be at least 10 years old. Individuals under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult who volunteers with them. Individuals ages 16 […]
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