{"id":41596,"date":"2013-11-08T10:00:04","date_gmt":"2013-11-08T15:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.nybg.org\/plant-talk\/?p=41596"},"modified":"2013-11-07T11:58:45","modified_gmt":"2013-11-07T16:58:45","slug":"this-weekend-fall-forest-fun","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nybg.org\/blogs\/plant-talk\/2013\/11\/around-the-garden\/this-weekend-fall-forest-fun\/","title":{"rendered":"This Weekend: Fall Forest Fun!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"weekender117-4\"<\/a>That awesome crisp fall air is due back this weekend, just on schedule for another Fall Forest Weekend<\/a>!<\/p>\n

Why fete a forest? Because the 50-acre Thain Family Forest<\/a> isn’t just another woodland. It’s one of the largest remaining tracts of old growth forest in New York City. New York’s five boroughs were once covered by woodlands, but the relentless march of time and commerce denuded our fair islands, until only isolated pockets of forest remained. But the Thain Family Forest is hardly isolated, despite being in the middle of the Bronx. It is connected to woodlands further upstate by the Bronx River and the greenest borough’s extensive network of parks. This makes the Forest a truly unique place, home to native plants, trees, and critters, as well as a cadre of scientists studying it all.<\/p>\n

And the Forest’s majestic, sometimes centuries old, trees<\/a> are currently at peak fall foliage<\/a>! Perfect timing, right? So come walk our trails, paddle the Bronx River, sample local beers, watch demonstrations of birds of prey, tree climbing, woodworking, and home gardening, enjoy fun-filled family activities in the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden<\/a> (adjacent to the Forest), geek out on the many scientific pursuits being pursued under the Forest’s mighty trees, and so much more!<\/p>\n

And while it is the Forest we are celebrating this weekend, the entirety of our 250-acres is looking spectacular! Bid a fond farewell<\/a> to the gorgeous Peggy Rockefeller Rose Garden<\/a> for the season, enjoy beautiful vistas from the Azalea Garden<\/a>, sit and read a book in the serene Perennial Garden<\/a>, and wander amongst the green lushness of the Benenson Ornamental Conifers<\/a> collection. We hope to see you soon!<\/p>\n

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Saturday, No<\/b><\/span>vember 9
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Bird Walk \u2013 11 a.m.<\/b>
\nMeet at the Reflecting Pool at the Leon Levy Visitor Center<\/em>
\nThe diverse habitats of the Botanical Garden offer visitors a chance to see dozens of species of birds throughout the year. Bring your binoculars and walk the Garden grounds with an expert to learn about bird-friendly habitats, migrating species, and birds that make a permanent home at the Garden.<\/p>\n

Tours of the Thain Family Forest<\/b>
\nDaily; Meet at the Forest Orientation Point<\/em>
\nThemed discovery walks of the Forest take place throughout each day. Wear comfortable shoes and seasonal attire for the weather.<\/p>\n