FREE-Central Park Celebrates Spring on March 20, 2019. Birding, Fishing, Walking with Dogs, Chess, Volunteering.

SCHEDULE

9:00 AM — Volunteer Drive
Help our amazing volunteers prepare the Park for spring! Groups will take part in a weeding project in Central Park’s north end. Can’t make it for this project? Stop by any visitor centeror information kiosk to learn about other ways to get involved throughout the year. Weather permitting, advance registration required. Register now >

10:00 AM — Birding Basics: The Ramble
Central Park welcomes more than 270 migrating bird species each year. Prepare for peak migration season with a free tour of the Ramble and learn the basics of bird identification along the way. Advance registration recommended. Walk-ups welcome. First-come, first-served. Register now >

11:00 AM — Fishing at the Harlem Meer
Join us at the Dana Discovery Center for catch-and-release fishing on the Harlem Meer. Fishing poles, bait, and instructions will be provided. Weather permitting, no registration required. Learn more >

2:00 PM — Stroll to Strawberry Fields — Dogs Welcome!
Bring your furry friends for an exploration of Central Park’s southwest corner. From a planned military parade ground to the site commemorating John Lennon, some of the most-visited spots in the Park have secrets to share with even seasoned Park-goers. Advance registration recommended. Walk-ups welcome. First-come, first-served. Register now >

3:00 PM — Chess Strategies and Tips
Join us for a free chess talk and open play at Chess & Checkers House. Chess expert Ed Feldman will share tips and techniques, and then stick around to answer questions and give advice during open play. No registration required. Learn more >

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