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SUMMARY:Volunteer Enrichment: Controlling Emerging Invasives through Education and Eradication (RESCHEDULED to MARCH 1)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe will gather in Icahn Stadium for the presentation\, enjoy some snacks\, and hot cocoa. Following the presentation attendees will go in the field and directly identify and remove some of these and these potential future invasive plants. \nDue to weather conditions\, this event will now be held on Saturday\, March 1! \nRegistration is required here. \nLocation: Icahn Stadium \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or for event information\, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
URL:https://randallsisland.org/events/volunteer-enrichment-controlling-emerging-invasives-through-education-and-eradication
LOCATION:Icahn Stadium
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250301T130000
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SUMMARY:Winter Composting hosted by Big Reuse
DESCRIPTION:Join the NYC Compost Project hosted by Big Reuse as we manage the 3-bin compost system at Randall’s Island Urban Farm! \nWe will be processing food scraps\, yard waste\, turning piles\, and sifting finished compost. \nYour volunteer work with us helps divert food scraps and organic waste away from landfills\, which decreases greenhouse gas emissions and creates a soil amendment that goes back into parks\, gardens\, and public green spaces. Help us work towards a more ecologically sustainable community! \nRegistration is required here. \nLocation: Urban Farm \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or for event information\, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
URL:https://randallsisland.org/events/winter-composting-with-big-reuse/2025-03-01
LOCATION:Urban Farm
CATEGORIES:Urban Farm,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250308T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250308T123000
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SUMMARY:Volunteer Enrichment: Bridges of Randall's Island Bike Tour
DESCRIPTION: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: \n\nImportant people behind these bridges\nBridge design\nBridges on the island\n\nAfter\, we will take a ride around the island\, examining the bridges and their distinctive features. \nRegistration is required here. \nCiti bikes will be available for those who need them. To reserve a Citi Bike please send an email to Volunteers@RandallsIslandPark.org. \nLocation: Icahn Stadium \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or for event information\, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
URL:https://randallsisland.org/events/volunteer-enrichment-bridges-of-randalls-island-bike-tour
LOCATION:Icahn Stadium
CATEGORIES:Fitness
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250308T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195926
CREATED:20241218T204412Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Composting hosted by Big Reuse
DESCRIPTION:Join the NYC Compost Project hosted by Big Reuse as we manage the 3-bin compost system at Randall’s Island Urban Farm! \nWe will be processing food scraps\, yard waste\, turning piles\, and sifting finished compost. \nYour volunteer work with us helps divert food scraps and organic waste away from landfills\, which decreases greenhouse gas emissions and creates a soil amendment that goes back into parks\, gardens\, and public green spaces. Help us work towards a more ecologically sustainable community! \nRegistration is required here. \nLocation: Urban Farm \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or for event information\, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
URL:https://randallsisland.org/events/winter-composting-with-big-reuse/2025-03-08
LOCATION:Urban Farm
CATEGORIES:Urban Farm,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250316T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195926
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SUMMARY:Wake Up the Farm Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:At this special volunteer event\, you will help us clear the straw-covered garden beds to prepare for planting! \nLet’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: \n\nHot cocoa\nA fire pit\nLive Lyall karaoke/sing alongs\, and more\n\nRegistration is required here. \nRain Date: Sunday\, March 23 \nLocation: Urban Farm \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or for event information\, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
URL:https://randallsisland.org/events/wake-up-the-farm-volunteer-day
LOCATION:Urban Farm
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250319T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250319T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195926
CREATED:20250108T150436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T150543Z
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SUMMARY:Team RIVER Volunteers
DESCRIPTION: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\, every second Wednesday of each month. Team RIVER also works with our Sports Field and Operations teams\, keeping our park clean and maintained. If you are only able to volunteer on a limited basis\, you are still very much welcome! \nThis volunteer opportunity is open to individuals from the community. Groups of more than 5 people must contact: Volunteers@RandallsIsland.org \nVolunteers must be at least 11 years old. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by their legal guardian before starting any work. Children under 16 must also have an adult with them while volunteering. A downloadable volunteer waiver can be found at this link: General Volunteer – Randall’s Island \nRegistration is required here. \nLocation: Volunteers will be notified after registration. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or for event information\, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
URL:https://randallsisland.org/events/team-river/2025-03-19
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250323T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250323T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195926
CREATED:20250204T185328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T175409Z
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SUMMARY:Urban Farm Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! \nWhether 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 & 17 can volunteer if a parent or guardian has signed a waiver. Please find a downloadable waiver here: Waiver for unaccompanied 16 & 17 year olds \nRegistration is not required but we ask that you commit at least two hours of volunteering. \nThis volunteer event is for individuals from the community and not open to groups larger than 5 people. If you wish to bring more than 5 people\, you must first contact us at volunteers@randallsisland.org. \nLocation: Urban Farm \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request accommodation\, or for event information\, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
URL:https://randallsisland.org/events/urban-farm-volunteers-4/2025-03-23
LOCATION:Urban Farm
CATEGORIES:Urban Farm,Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250326T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250326T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195926
CREATED:20250108T150436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T150543Z
UID:10001242-1742981400-1742992200@randallsisland.org
SUMMARY:Team RIVER Volunteers
DESCRIPTION: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\, every second Wednesday of each month. Team RIVER also works with our Sports Field and Operations teams\, keeping our park clean and maintained. If you are only able to volunteer on a limited basis\, you are still very much welcome! \nThis volunteer opportunity is open to individuals from the community. Groups of more than 5 people must contact: Volunteers@RandallsIsland.org \nVolunteers must be at least 11 years old. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a waiver signed by their legal guardian before starting any work. Children under 16 must also have an adult with them while volunteering. A downloadable volunteer waiver can be found at this link: General Volunteer – Randall’s Island \nRegistration is required here. \nLocation: Volunteers will be notified after registration. \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation\, or for event information\, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
URL:https://randallsisland.org/events/team-river/2025-03-26
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250327T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250327T160000
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SUMMARY:Waterfront Data: Bridging Science & Community on Randall’s Island
DESCRIPTION:Join Randall’s Island Park Alliance and New York Sea Grant for a discussion on data sharing in the environmental field. Olivia Smith\, Park-as-Lab Coordinator\, will present on ongoing environmental monitoring projects on Randall’s Island\, focusing on waterfront stewardship. The Park-as-lab website will be used as a model for sharing long-term datasets. Catherine Prunella\, Water Quality Extension Specialist\, will highlight community datasets on flooding and marine debris through the New York Sea Grant interactive dashboard. The event emphasizes the importance of community engagement in collecting environmental data and fostering collaboration among community members\, non-profits\, and academics. \nAfter the discussion\, join a brief guided tour of the Little Hell Gate Salt Marsh to see a restored ecosystem and participate in a microplastic sampling demo. All those interested in environmental science\, community data collection\, and ecological restoration are welcome! \nRegistration is required here. \nLocation: Icahn Stadium \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request accommodation\, or for event information\, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
URL:https://randallsisland.org/events/waterfront-data-bridging-science-community-on-randalls-island
LOCATION:Icahn Stadium
CATEGORIES:Environmental Education
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250329T113000
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SUMMARY:Let’s Go Birding Together (LGBT) with NYC Bird Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Join an experienced bird guide from NYC Bird Alliance for a free tour of Randall’s Island Park in search of fleeting\, feathered friends at the beginning of spring! Let’s Go Birding Together tours are for anyone who loves birds\, likes birds\, is vaguely interested in birds\, or just wants something fun and different to do outdoors.  \nWe welcome those who identify as LGBTQIA+\, allies\, families\, and anyone who wants to enjoy an outdoor experience that is inclusive and informative. Participants can borrow binoculars!  \nRSVP through NYC Bird Alliance here!  \n Location: Icahn Stadium\, East Entrance \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request an accommodation or for event information\, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org. 
URL:https://randallsisland.org/events/lets-go-birding-together-lgbt-with-nyc-bird-alliance
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Environmental Education
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250330T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250330T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T195926
CREATED:20250204T185328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T175409Z
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SUMMARY:Urban Farm Volunteers
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer with our team to manage our one-acre Urban Farm! \nWhether 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 & 17 can volunteer if a parent or guardian has signed a waiver. Please find a downloadable waiver here: Waiver for unaccompanied 16 & 17 year olds \nRegistration is not required but we ask that you commit at least two hours of volunteering. \nThis volunteer event is for individuals from the community and not open to groups larger than 5 people. If you wish to bring more than 5 people\, you must first contact us at volunteers@randallsisland.org. \nLocation: Urban Farm \nFor inquiries about accessibility\, to request accommodation\, or for event information\, please email publicprograms@randallsisland.org.
URL:https://randallsisland.org/events/urban-farm-volunteers-4/2025-03-30
LOCATION:Urban Farm
CATEGORIES:Urban Farm,Volunteer
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