Category: Science & Education
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Why We’re Seeing Whales and Dead Fish in Our Local Waters
In recent weeks, large schools of menhaden have been observed in our local waters. Unfortunately, numerous menhaden have been observed as dead or struggling to swim, an event called a fish kill. Learn more about this event and how it is connected to recent whale sitings in our waters.
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SUBMERGE In Marine Science — Wherever You Are!
Join HRPK’s River Project on Thursday, September 24 on Facebook Live for a day full of presentations, Q&A sessions, our new participatory Student Vision Challenge and more.
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Intern Spotlight: Encouraging Conversations About Race in STEM
Our high school interns are researching microplastics as they learn STEM leadership and job readiness skills. Part of this learning experience includes discussions about race in STEM fields, and we’re sharing reflections from our intern team.
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Introducing Hudson River Park’s River Project
We are excited to announce a new name and look for our growing environmental research, science and education initiatives – Hudson River Park’s River Project.
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Become a Volunteer Naturalist with Backyard BioBlitz
This summer, HRPK’s River Project invites you to be a volunteer naturalist using the free iNaturalist app to help catalog wildlife in the Park.
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Join HRPK’s Free Virtual STEM Summer Camp
HRPK’s six-week virtual summer camp program welcomes all ages, completely free! Tune in weekly for live lessons, interactive crafts, activities and experiments about local wildlife, the Hudson River and more.
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eDNA Tells New Stories About HRPK’s Estuarine Sanctuary
Learn about eDNA, an emerging tool that Park scientists are using to gain a greater understanding of local fish biodiversity.
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Discover Your Virtual Summer of Fun
HRPK’s first ever virtual Summer of Fun brings all of the music, movement, learning and laughter of summer in the Park to your home.
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A Year of Choosing #ParkOverPlastic
One year ago, Hudson River Park kicked off Park Over Plastic, our initiative to eliminate single-use plastics and further Park sustainability goals. We’re excited to share our progress!
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STEM Activity of the Week
Take part in our STEM Activity of the Week series, and enjoy hands-on activities that are a fun and engaging way to connect with the Hudson River from anywhere.