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Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature in NYC with classes such as urban gardening, wildlife photography, and botanical art, where participants can learn practical skills and gain a deeper understanding of the natural world amidst the urban jungle.

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Breakfast with the Penguins (Ages 3-8)

WCS Zoos @ 64th St & 5th Ave, New York, NY

Bring your family to enjoy a light meal, fun activities, and a private visit to our penguin exhibit! Learn to sing like a penguin, carry eggs on your feet, and create, play and move together to learn about these cold-weather birds. We'll finish with a live animal encounter! This ticket is for one child ages 3-8 and a caregiver.

(8) All levels 3 - 8 years old
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Breakfast with the Animals (Ages 18+)

WCS Zoos @ 64th St & 5th Ave, New York, NY

Wake up with the Central Park Zoo before it opens! Following light breakfast fare, chat with a keeper and learn about our animals, then visit an exhibit where you'll watch the keepers give them their own breakfasts.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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Sea Lion Sunday - Brunch (21+)

WCS Zoos @ 64th St & 5th Ave, New York, NY

We're celebrating this Sunday Funday Zoo-style! During this adults-only morning program, we'll enjoy light brunch fare and beverages while learning about animals at the Zoo, meeting a few upclose, and helping keepers prepare a few treats for the "beasts", too!  This program is for adults ages 21 and older. Ticket is per person.

(8) All levels 21 and older
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Family Morning w/ the Animals: Children's Zoo (0-5)

WCS Zoos @ 64th St & 5th Ave, New York, NY

Family Morning w/ the Animals: Children's Zoo (0-5 w/ Adult) Good morning to Zoo! Following playful animal-themed activities, children and caregivers visit the Zoo before it opens and watch as animals receive their breakfast. Children's Zoo What do goats and sheep have for breakfast? What about ducks? Discover the answers and more during this caregiver and me program at the Zoo! This program is for children ages 0-5. 

(8) All levels Up to 5 years old
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North Woods Wander

Urban Edge Forest Therapy @ 255 Central Park West, New York, NY

Welcome June with a forest therapy walk in the northern reaches of Central Park and let your senses take in this secluded gem. We will meet at 106th Street and Central Park West. Note: Wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothes.

(2) All levels 18 and older
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In the Mood Series: Woo at the Zoo (21+)

WCS Zoos @ 64th St & 5th Ave, New York, NY

Join our In the Mood Series for "Woo at the Zoo"! Animals often pull out all the stops to woo their mate. In this program, we will learn about some of nature's most elaborate displays and techniques that help them "woo" a partner. Adult beverages and hor d'oeuvres will be part of the evening. Price is per couple.

(8) All levels 21 and older
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Family Breakfast with the Animals(Ages 3-6)

WCS Zoos @ 64th St & 5th Ave, New York, NY

Who wakes up the animals at the Central Park Zoo? What do they have for breakfast? Following a light breakfast and animal-themed activities, children and caregivers will find answers to these questions when we visit the exhibits and watch as animals receive their breakfast!

(8) All levels 3 - 6 years old
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Outdoor Adventure: Mother's Day Celebration (All Ages)

WCS Zoos @ 64th St & 5th Ave, New York, NY

Take a walk on the wild side! Families discover amazing animal adaptations and survival strategies through fun activities at exhibits throughout the Zoo. Celebrate moms with a WILD Zoo visit! During this special family themed excursion, we'll visit with some Zoo favorites and deliver some special treats to special ladies at the Zoo.

(8) All levels 1 and older
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Get to Know Your Trees: The Maples—BLENDED

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Take a deep dive into the majestic maple genus, Acer. Whether it be as a topping for pancakes, the star of autumn leaf peeping, the national symbol of Canada, the state tree of New York, or vibrant garden ornamentals, everyone has a personal connection to maple trees. Let’s take your knowledge and affection for maple trees to the next level by exploring the nuances and diversity of the entire genus in the detail it deserves.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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$153

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Urban Nature: A Foraging Field Trip

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Discover and learn to identify the wealth of wild and weedy edible plants growing under our urban noses. Join a foraging walk from the garden to Prospect Park.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Get to Know Your Trees: The Oaks—BLENDED

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Take a deep dive into the singular and storied genus Quercus. Few trees loom as large as the oaks in art and western folklore. Today they are often underappreciated or seen as a monolithic group, perhaps due to their historic use as symbols for other values. It’s time to lift the veil and give Quercus the dedicated attention it deserves.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Adult Overnight (Ages 21+)

WCS Zoos @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY

Experience the Bronx Zoo like you've never seen it before, by sleeping over! Participate in the Bronx Zoo Animal Olympics at this special adult-only overnight that adds a grown-up spin to our popular overnight programs. The wild rumpus includes evening activities, meeting animals up-close and exploring an exhibit after-hours. Wind down the night with late night snacks before drifting off to sleep listening to the wild sounds of the zoo. In the morning,...

(8) All levels 21 and older
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$260

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Sharks After Dark Adult Overnight (Ages 21+)

WCS Zoos @ 602 Surf Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Sleeping with the sharks isn’t just for kids anymore! Join us for an exclusive, adults-only overnight in the beautiful Ocean Wonders: Sharks! exhibit. Enjoy some hearty bites and cool drinks while you explore the marine life in our New York waters. Discover the intricacies of running an aquarium through behind the scenes tours, an animal encounter, and wildlife trivia. Bring your sleeping bag and pillow to settle in under the sea-stars for this...

(8) All levels 21 and older
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$250

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Family Overnight Safari (Ages 5 and Up)

WCS Zoos @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY

This year bring your family to take part in the Bronx Zoo Animal Olympics and discover more about our gold medal worthy animals. You and your family will be treated to fun-filled, educational activities that ensure you'll leave this extraordinary event with memories your family will treasure - including a commemorative keepsake (included in price).Event Includes Event Includes: Up-close animal encounters Dessert, Late Night Snacks & Continental...

(8) All levels 5 and older
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$165

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Paper Sculpting: A Meditation on Flora and Fauna

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

This class will make you reconsider what you thought you knew about a sheet of paper. Finding inspiration in the flora and fauna of BBG and NYC, we will fold, pinch, tear, and crumple paper to create our own 3-D plant life—while considering positive and negative space as well as light and shadow to create dramatic effects. No art background necessary! Note: Please bring this confirmation for Garden admission. The Security Guard in the lobby...

(165) All levels 18 and older
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Zoo Camp For Adults

WCS Zoos @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY

Were you ever curious about how the zoo cares for over 600 species? Meet an animal guest up close and learn about the teams of people needed to care for each animal from our expert educators . Afterwards, you’ll get a special tour of the Wildlife Health Center to see the space where animals are treated! This ticket is per person and for adults ages 18 and up.

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$100
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The Zoo: Meet the Herp Curator (Ages 18+)

WCS Zoos @ 2300 Southern Blvd, Bronx, NY

Get a chance to meet and hang out with the Bronx Zoo's Curator of Herpetology (reptiles & amphibians, in case you weren't sure!), during this special experience. See what it's like to be a Curator as we tour some exhibits, meet some animals up close and even get to see some of our biggest reptiles eat!

(8) All levels 18 and older
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$100
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Family Overnight Adventures (Ages 4 and up)

WCS Zoos @ 53-51 111th St, Corona, NY

Join us for a springtime adventure. After setting up your tents your family will join us for some evening activities and zoo explorations. Through activities and observations, you will learn how we care for our animals in the Zoo. Meet some of our animals, go on a night hike and end the even with some tasty snacks. In the morning after breakfast, we will explore the wild birds around the zoo and greet our zoo animals as they go out in their exhibits....

(8) All levels 4 and older
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$140
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Idlewild Park

"Wildman" Steve Brill @ 149th Ave, New York, NY

This park, with its fields, trails, and cultivated areas characteristic of the near-seashore environment, is great for mid-summer foraging. The most spectacular plant, which is common throughout the park, is the wineberry. This invasive, Asian raspberry is way tastier than anything for sale. Another berry that may be ripening already is the dewberry. This is a wild blackberry that trails along the ground, so tasty, it will make you want to throw...

(176) All levels 7 and older
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The Forager's Feast

Brooklyn Botanic Garden @ 1000 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY

Learn how to identify and sustainably harvest the abundance of wild edibles growing right here in Brooklyn, such as purslane, sassafras, wild cherry, burdock, and many more. You’ll also get tips on the best ways to prepare as well as preserve them.

(165) All levels 18 and older
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