Sustainability Scavenger Hunt
Jul 13, 2019 @ 11:00 am– 2:00 pm
Nelson A. Rockefeller Park
River Terrace & Murray Street
New York, NY
Suggested Ages: Babies to 11-14
Explore Rockefeller Park, learning about the Hudson River Estuary and the impacts of climate change. Clues focusing on the effects of climate change will lead participants to the causes, hidden in strategic locations (ex. storm water runoff grate, planted areas, covered trash cans) that show how waterfront parks are an important mitigation area between land and sea. Books celebrating water and water conservation practices geared towards children will be available for attendees looking for a more relaxed activity.
Part of City of Water Day.
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