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Picture of Alley Pond Environmental Center's new building
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To all visitors:
We have moved to our new home at 229-10 Northern Boulevard, Douglaston, NY 11362!
Ready for an exciting summer at Alley Pond Environmental Center? Online registration for APEC’s week-long summer programs opens on Friday, March 29 at 9am. We are offering 6 weeks of programs, each focusing on a different theme. Kindergarten Kids offers engaging lessons for children starting Kindergarten in the fall. Young scientists entering 1st, 2nd. or 3rd grade will love enhancing their observation skills with the Summer Science Squad. Children entering 4th, 5th, or 6th grade in the fall will enjoy many interactive hands-on activities in the Alley Pond Pioneers program. Spots are limited! Click here to register!
Save the Date for APEC's 2024 Green Gala
This year, our annual Green Gala is Thursday, April 11th, 2024 at Terrace on the Park from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm*
*Prepurchased tickets are required to attend
Honoring:
- Kirstin Callahan Austin, Vice President of Helms Auto Group
- Gerrard P. Bushell, Ph.D, President and CEO of The New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport
- Leroy Street Studio and the new Alley Pond Environmental Center Design team
We hope we can count on you to support this event which allows us to continue to offer the environmental education programs for more than 72,000 children and adults per year.
Please feel free to call or email us with any questions you might have at 718-229-4000 or events@alleypond.com.
Click below for more information and to purchase tickets, sponsorships, journal ads, and join our 50/50 raffle
*Prepurchased tickets are required to attend
Honoring:
- Kirstin Callahan Austin, Vice President of Helms Auto Group
- Gerrard P. Bushell, Ph.D, President and CEO of The New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport
- Leroy Street Studio and the new Alley Pond Environmental Center Design team
We hope we can count on you to support this event which allows us to continue to offer the environmental education programs for more than 72,000 children and adults per year.
Please feel free to call or email us with any questions you might have at 718-229-4000 or events@alleypond.com.
Click below for more information and to purchase tickets, sponsorships, journal ads, and join our 50/50 raffle
Hours & Parking
Our building and animal room will be open to the public 7 days a week, except for major holidays. Monday - Friday, APEC will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. We have varying hours on the weekend and are closed on some holidays. Call ahead if coming in on a weekend or on a holiday. Our building is ADA accessible. Walking trails are open from dawn to dusk, year ‘round.
Parking is limited. We suggest carpooling or utilizing public transportation whenever possible. On weekdays, parking is available on Northern Boulevard, east of APEC, until 4:00 pm. Weekend parking is available on Northern Boulevard all day.
Parking and entrance to the building and grounds is free, but we do have a suggested donation of $5 per person. You can contribute right at the front desk of APEC if you wish to do so!
Please note APEC is not a licensed rehabilitator and cannot take in injured or orphaned wildlife. Please click here for a full list of wildlife rehabilitators.
Parking is limited. We suggest carpooling or utilizing public transportation whenever possible. On weekdays, parking is available on Northern Boulevard, east of APEC, until 4:00 pm. Weekend parking is available on Northern Boulevard all day.
Parking and entrance to the building and grounds is free, but we do have a suggested donation of $5 per person. You can contribute right at the front desk of APEC if you wish to do so!
Please note APEC is not a licensed rehabilitator and cannot take in injured or orphaned wildlife. Please click here for a full list of wildlife rehabilitators.
Upcoming Programs
Evening Story & Pajama Time
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Eggcellent Animals
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Support Us
We're Hiring!
Our current open positions are:
Environmental Educator - Per-Diem (available 2-4 weekdays and at least 1 weekend day)
Click here for the job description and how to apply
Check out "Work Opportunities" in the menu for more information and unpaid openings
The Alley Pond Environmental Center staff, board, and friends mourn the passing of our friend, former Councilman Paul Vallone, a champion of APEC and the force for funding our new building. Our heartfelt condolences to our board member, Anna Marie, and to their children Lea, Catena, and Charlie.
We will always remember this kind, wonderful, selfless person.
Our New Building
Video taken by Willy Airaldi
Thank You To All Our Sponsors!
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Become a member online or using our PDF form to enjoy discounts on programs and products, be invited to members only events and support the center.
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The environmental center is located in Alley Pond Park, surrounded by lush nature trails where visitors can enjoy NYC's natural landscapes. Guests are welcome to attend one of APEC's many nature oriented programs for all ages and visit the center's animal ambassadors. Please explore our website to learn more and register for programs.
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