Wildlife Survey at 420 Carroll Street with Gowanus Canal Conservancy

Join GCC Staff at the public esplanade at 420 Carroll Street where we will explore the plantings and waterfront for wildlife that call this space home! Led by Education Programs Senior Manager Jen Kepler who will teach us about iNaturalist, City Nature Challenge and lead us in wildlife observations. We will get the chance to hear from GCC's Horticulturalists who care for the landscape at this site, sharing their practices and knowledge in making this space supportive to beneficial insects and birds, among others.

We will log our observations in iNaturalist as part of City Nature Challenge. If you wish to participate in City Nature Challenge, please download iNaturalist (a free app) on your smart device, create an account and start practicing with it before this program.

This event is free, registration is required.

Accessibility Notes

• We welcome participants of all ages and abilities.
• If you are between the ages of 14-18, you need to bring a waiver signed by a guardian. If you are under 14, you need to be accompanied by a guardian. All participants must sign a safety waiver, available here. Waivers will be available on site for those 18+ to sign that day.
• There are no public restrooms available. A restroom can be made available at the conclusion of our program with a 5-10 minute walk back to GCC's classroom space.
• There is no potable water on site.
• The ground cover is paved and accessible. There are some sloped walkways, all are ADA compliant in their grade.
• Dress for the weather, it tends to be cooler and breezier by the waterfront. By this time of the day, there will be sun exposure, we recommend sun protection.
• GCC Volunteers will be taking photos during the program for use in our reports, publications and promotions.

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