Shirley Chisholm State Park Shore Clean Up & Hike with NYS Parks and AMC

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🌿 Get Outside for New York Climate Week: Hike, Restore & Connect at Shirley Chisholm State Park

Join the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) and New York State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation for an inspiring afternoon outdoors as we celebrate New York Climate Week—right here in one of New York City’s most unique and scenic state parks.

This special event is all about connecting with nature, caring for our parks, and building community. Whether you’re brand new to hiking or a seasoned outdoor lover, you’re welcome here—no experience needed. Appropriate for everyone ages 5 years old and up.

Together with Park educators, we’ll explore the beauty of Shirley Chisholm State Park through a guided naturalist walk, roll up our sleeves for a hands-on shoreline cleanup, and spend time connecting with fellow New Yorkers who care about the outdoors. Along the way, you’ll learn about the park’s ecology, history of its transformation from landfill to park, discover ways to steward these shared spaces, and leave having made a real impact.

🌞 What to expect:

10:00-10:30 am Welcome & Interpretive Naturalist Share
10:30-11:30 am Shoreline Clean Up
11:30-11:45 am Break
11:45-1:00 pm Trail Walk & Community

🌞 What to bring:

Sun hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, water, snacks

🌞 What to wear:

Sturdy shoes, weather appropriate clothing, long pants, and sun/rain protective clothing

🌞 Where to meet:

Meet Time: 9:45am
Meeting Place: Fountain Avenue Entrance Patio, located behind the parking lot behind the Blue trailer with the butterfly on it

🌞 How to get there:

Take the A or C subway to Euclid Station and take the Q8 bus towards Spring Creek Gateway Mall via 101 Avenue or walk 20 minutes to the Fountain Avenue Entrance. Bike racks are available; bring a lock.
Driving Instructions: Fountain Avenue Entrance

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AMC Health Advisory: Covid and other respiratory illnesses are circulating in our communities. Do not participate in this activity if you, or someone who you have recently been in contact with, is either infected or symptomatic.

AMC Leaders: Eileen Yin & Dale Henderson