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Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
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Playgrounds
Playing Fields
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Swimming Pool
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Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
Visitor Center
Waterfalls
Amenities
Biking
Campsites, Cabins & Lodging
Accessible
Equestrian Trails
Fishing
Food (Accessible)
Gift Shop
Grills
Hiking
Hunting
Nature Center
Pavilions and Shelter Rentals
Accessible
Playgrounds
Playing Fields
Showers
Accessible
Swimming Pool
Accessible
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
Visitor Center
Waterfalls
Amenities
Biking
Campsites, Cabins & Lodging
Accessible
Equestrian Trails
Fishing
Food (Accessible)
Gift Shop
Grills
Hiking
Hunting
Nature Center
Pavilions and Shelter Rentals
Accessible
Playgrounds
Playing Fields
Showers
Accessible
Swimming Pool
Accessible
Snowmobiling
Snowshoeing/X-Country Skiing
Visitor Center
Waterfalls
Overview
The Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center offers interactive exhibits and environmental education programs. Come learn about the Preserve's natural environment and rich history of the Lenape, the Free Blacks of Sandy Ground, the clay-miners, and organic farmer Herbert Gericke. Historical artifacts as well as wildlife specimens native to Staten Island's south shore are on display. Visitors can get up close and personal with live animals, enjoy the touch discovery station, look through a children's stereoscope or play in the kid's activity area. Be sure to venture outside and explore the miles of trails that wander among meadows, forests, wetlands, streams and to Sharrotts Pond.
The Interpretive Center offers environmental education programs year round for schools at all grade levels as well as interpretive programs, hikes, and themed walks for youth organizations and the general public. Contact the Center for more information on public, school, scout or camp programs.
Overview
The Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center offers interactive exhibits and environmental education programs. Come learn about the Preserve's natural environment and rich history of the Lenape, the Free Blacks of Sandy Ground, the clay-miners, and organic farmer Herbert Gericke. Historical artifacts as well as wildlife specimens native to Staten Island's south shore are on display. Visitors can get up close and personal with live animals, enjoy the touch discovery station, look through a children's stereoscope or play in the kid's activity area. Be sure to venture outside and explore the miles of trails that wander among meadows, forests, wetlands, streams and to Sharrotts Pond.
The Interpretive Center offers environmental education programs year round for schools at all grade levels as well as interpretive programs, hikes, and themed walks for youth organizations and the general public. Contact the Center for more information on public, school, scout or camp programs.
Overview
The Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center offers interactive exhibits and environmental education programs. Come learn about the Preserve's natural environment and rich history of the Lenape, the Free Blacks of Sandy Ground, the clay-miners, and organic farmer Herbert Gericke. Historical artifacts as well as wildlife specimens native to Staten Island's south shore are on display. Visitors can get up close and personal with live animals, enjoy the touch discovery station, look through a children's stereoscope or play in the kid's activity area. Be sure to venture outside and explore the miles of trails that wander among meadows, forests, wetlands, streams and to Sharrotts Pond.
The Interpretive Center offers environmental education programs year round for schools at all grade levels as well as interpretive programs, hikes, and themed walks for youth organizations and the general public. Contact the Center for more information on public, school, scout or camp programs.
Hours of Operation
The Park Office, located at 83 Nielsen Ave, Staten Island, NY is open 9 AM - 5 PM daily. Phone: (718) 967-1976 The Preserve gounds are open dawn to dusk.
The Interpretive Center is open Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm and Sundays 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm with exhibits, classroom space, games and access to Preserve trails.
Hours of Operation
The Park Office, located at 83 Nielsen Ave, Staten Island, NY is open 9 AM - 5 PM daily. Phone: (718) 967-1976 The Preserve gounds are open dawn to dusk.
The Interpretive Center is open Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm and Sundays 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm with exhibits, classroom space, games and access to Preserve trails.
Hours of Operation
The Park Office, located at 83 Nielsen Ave, Staten Island, NY is open 9 AM - 5 PM daily. Phone: (718) 967-1976 The Preserve gounds are open dawn to dusk.
The Interpretive Center is open Tuesday - Saturday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm and Sundays 12:00 pm - 4:30 pm with exhibits, classroom space, games and access to Preserve trails.
Fees & Rates
All programs are FREE of charge. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Fees & Rates
All programs are FREE of charge. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Fees & Rates
All programs are FREE of charge. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Upcoming Events
Sat 08 Jun
Meet-A-Ranger Guided Hike
Saturday, June 8, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Meet a New York State Park Ranger! The ranger will teach us about trail safety, give away prizes, and lead us on a hike. Click here register.
Tue 11 Jun
Tot Time
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather permitting. Click here to register!
Sat 15 Jun
Art in the Park: Papermaking
Saturday, June 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Drop by the Nature Center to learn how to turn scraps into new paper! All materials provided. Best for ages 5+. Click here to register.
Tue 18 Jun
Tot Time
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather permitting. Click here to register!
Upcoming Events
Sat 08 Jun
Meet-A-Ranger Guided Hike
Saturday, June 8, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Meet a New York State Park Ranger! The ranger will teach us about trail safety, give away prizes, and lead us on a hike. Click here register.
Tue 11 Jun
Tot Time
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather permitting. Click here to register!
Sat 15 Jun
Art in the Park: Papermaking
Saturday, June 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Drop by the Nature Center to learn how to turn scraps into new paper! All materials provided. Best for ages 5+. Click here to register.
Tue 18 Jun
Tot Time
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather permitting. Click here to register!
Upcoming Events
Sat 08 Jun
Meet-A-Ranger Guided Hike
Saturday, June 8, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Meet a New York State Park Ranger! The ranger will teach us about trail safety, give away prizes, and lead us on a hike. Click here register.
Tue 11 Jun
Tot Time
Tuesday, June 11, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather permitting. Click here to register!
Sat 15 Jun
Art in the Park: Papermaking
Saturday, June 15, 2024 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Drop by the Nature Center to learn how to turn scraps into new paper! All materials provided. Best for ages 5+. Click here to register.
Tue 18 Jun
Tot Time
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center
Explore a different nature theme each week during this free play group. Story time begins at 10:30am, followed by a short hike at 11am, weather permitting. Click here to register!
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