Family Fun at Gateway NRA

Children can experience the outdoors through hands-on, self-discovery activities at all of Gateway's sites. 

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Awesome Osprey

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, Queens
Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays March 24 - May 31.
drop in between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.

Stop by to observe our South Marsh osprey, Coley, as he and his mate prepare to raise a family. Hear the remarkable stories of their annual long distance migrations and their recovery in the US. Spotting Scope provided for up-close views of these majestic birds of prey. Bus Q52/53.

Be a Bird Detective!

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, Queens
Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays
10 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Many different birds make their home here. Some are just visiting. Learn how to use binoculars. Then, follow the clues to find out what birds do. Bus Q52/53.

Let's Move Outside Junior Rangers

Let's Move Outside Jr. Rangers is a fitness initiative dedicated to getting kids and families to take advantage of America's outdoors with active recreation and learning in National Parks. Children ages 7-12 are invited to get a healthy start to a healthy future by participating in any of the guided programs that are offered at all of Gateway's sites, throughout the year. In addition, they can embark on a self-guided Jr. Ranger adventure with their families, by picking up a Jr. Ranger booklet at any visitor contact station. Jr. Rangers who participate in ranger-guided programs or the self-guided program can earn a certificate, Junior Ranger badge or a special patch, while championing the Jr. Ranger motto: "explore, learn and protect."

Look for the programs that the park offers in the quarterly program guides for each unit. Or, follow us on Facebook, or Twitter.

Make your local national park, your "Gateway" to adventure, fitness, and fun!