“On the campaign trail, Mamdani said he’d dedicate 1% of the city’s annual budget to the parks dept... But his first budget proposal as mayor didn’t just fall short of that benchmark — it would actually reduce the amount of money,” writes @Liam Quigley for @gothamist.com: bit.ly/3NFwS33
Thursday's Weather Rating: 8/10
Cooking!! High temperatures are much warmer today - in the upper 60s to near 70 - with partly cloudy skies and a comfortable breeze. Showers and storms move in tonight, but for now the vibes are very good!!
You can take action for #NYCParks and natural areas! 📣
Not sure what details to advocate for? We've got you covered—check out our latest blog post for a breakdown of the NAC's main #budget asks, what to include in your testimony, and tips for calling your #CouncilMember: bit.ly/4smbRcQ
Join us this Sunday for a walk with the Rangers to try and catch a glimpse of the twilight flights of the American Woodcock. Come a little early for snacks! No registration necessary.
Monday's Weather Rating: 9/10
WE ARE SO BACK!!! High temperatures reach the upper 60s later today with mostly sunny skies, amazingly comfortable dew points and a light breeze. It is time to be extremely outside. The vibes have skyrocketed!!!
Tuesday's Weather Rating: 3/10
The blizzard is in our rearview mirror, and sunshine makes its glorious return. High temperatures reach the lower 30s and it's still a bit breezy and cold, but we'll take it over yesterday. The vibes have improved!
The travel ban is lifted, but this is a very cool tool from the City. Thanks, CI Rising, for sharing!
BAE is a proud recipient of the City Parks Foundation NYC Green Fund’s Treetops program, supporting our three Pelham Bay concerts this year.
The Treetops grant program supports an equitable and resilient network of parks and open spaces to benefit the well-being of all New Yorkers.
Join us this Monday for our next meeting. We have some great guests about issues that are important to our community!
NAC was excited to be in Albany yesterday for a legislative #advocacy day! Over 150 advocates from across #NY came together to speak with elected officials about the significance of the Environmental Protection Fund. Thank you to the state for the continued support of our #reforestation efforts!
FYI Metro North Update-
A recent article in @washingtonpost.com showcases research that suggests a 14-day intervention of observing nature daily can increase levels of satisfaction. In NYC, you have 20k acres of forests and wetlands to choose from! This is your sign to step outside. 💚 Read more: bit.ly/4tr2BF2
A fresh snowfall offers a chance to investigate animal tracks! 🕵️♀️ 🐾 Keep your eyes peeled in your local natural area, and you might find clues from your neighborhood wildlife. Check out our latest blog post for common animal prints to find in NYC, and how to tell them apart: bit.ly/4kbf1N5
Seen from the office: The city dumps snow into massive “hot tubs” that can melt 240,000 pounds of snow each hour, according to nycsanitation.bsky.social.
Cute cartoony seals sip hot chocolate in the water.
Everyone knows that you can see seals at Orchard Beach. Learn to spot them with the Urban Park Rangers on February 7, at 1 pm, at the Orchard Beach Nature Center. We'll be providing free hot chocolate, while supplies last. Seals not guaranteed.
Another morning in New York City!!!! ☀️
It’s morning in other places too but come on, look at us. We’re New York City.
Congrats to @zohrankmamdani.bsky.social on the mayoral win! We look forward to working with Mamdani's administration to prioritize NYC's parks and natural areas. We're proud to amplify the #PlayFair coalition's #Parks2030 platform. Sign on here: bit.ly/47YTZN6
Join our team! 💚 The NAC is #hiring two full-time positions:
🌱 Restoration Ecologist
🌳 Senior Manager of Applied Science and Partnerships
Learn more and apply for these positions: bit.ly/NAC-jobs
Horseshoe crabs are a vital species that support vulnerable birds—but they are at risk! Help us turn a proposed protections bill into law. Urge Governor Kathy Hochul to pass legislation through @nycbirdalliance.org's campaign: bit.ly/47Mw2Zs
Join us as we join with NYC Parks Stewardship for a tree planting event on Saturday, November 15. Meet at the Rodman's Neck Parking Lot.
Register here:
www.nycgovparks.org/reg/stewards...
Join us as we join with NYC Parks Stewardship for a tree planting event on Saturday, November 15. Meet at the Rodman's Neck Parking Lot.
Register here:
www.nycgovparks.org/reg/stewards...
This past summer, the NAC's Urban NEST fellows completed research projects which marked the end of an impressive year-long effort! Fellows conducted intensive research, data collection, and analysis in a wide array of topics. Read our summary blog post to learn more: bit.ly/4mExv8g
From cooling our streets to creating community, New York City Parks are essential infrastructure for a livable city.
📰Read about the #Parks2030 platform in City & State NY: bit.ly/4nrmOas
✍️Learn more and add your name: playfair.nyc
#ParksPower #NYC
Join us this Saturday (10/04), and celebrate City of Forest Day with a clean up on Hunter Island! 10 am - 1 pm, wear long pants and long sleeves.
If you're interested in other City of Forest Day events in the city, visit forestforall.nyc/city-of-fore...
NAC is proud to have contributed to the development of the #PlayFair coalition's mayoral platform "Parks 2030"—which outlines what a future mayor could achieve by allocating 1% of New York City's budget to Parks. Read the @cityandstateny.bsky.social article to learn more: bit.ly/3IFhkJX
Join us this Sunday for the annual Bronx Native American Festival! This event is free and open to the public, but there will be items for purchase.
Dogs welcome, but they must remain on leash at all times.
Catch the NAC's Senior Manager of Applied Research Jeffrey Clark live on air this Thursday at 5 pm on #CityWatch on @wbai.org. They'll be chatting with Jeff about the NAC's stormwater report, as well as connecting with Julie Tighe, President of @nylcv.bsky.social. Listen at wbai.org.
Mayor Adams promised 1% for NYC Parks but never delivered.
“That’s been, for a lot of us in this sector, one of the most disappointing outcomes of the past almost four years now,” Emily Walker, NAC's senior manager for external affairs told @insideclimatenews.org.
Learn more: bit.ly/41Es55J
Join us at the City Island Oyster Reef's Viva La Sound Environmental Festival! Saturday, September 13 at Ambrosini Field on City Island from 10 am to 3 pm. More info:
www.cioysterreef.org/viva-la-soun...
Beach Days | Riviera Nights returns, starting this Saturday! All events are free!
