Looking at the forecast, Friday seems cold, windy, and wet. We’ve heard from the music ride crew that they probably aren’t going out. If you want to hear about the next one, enter your email address on this website and click “follow”. Stay safe out there and we’ll meet again in February.
Why Greenways Are Essential for Our Communities As we settle into the new year, it’s time to renew our commitment to creating vibrant, sustainable communities. Nationwide change is challenging, but we have a lot of opportunity to improve our local community if we work together. One of the most impactful ways we can achieve this… Read More Join the Queens Virtual Greenway Workshop on 1/28/25 at 6PM
Completing the connection between the Eastern Queens Greenway’s western end and Flushing Meadows Park has remained the EQGW’s most ambitious yet elusive goals. For over a decade, we’ve held this as our top priority, urging our partners to prioritize this hazardous section first. With other sections being funded and designed for construction, now is time… Read More Rerouting Around Our Roots: A Bridge By The Botanical Gardens
Daylighting, or the process of uncovering buried rivers and streams, is gaining popularity worldwide for its significant social, environmental, and economic benefits. As waterways were once the lifeblood of cities, they transformed hubs of humanity before being buried due to pollution and industrial expansion during the industrial revolution. The ecohydrology-based renaturalization of these waterways is… Read More Why We Need Daylighting in Kissena Park
In New York City’s sprawling urban landscape, where concrete and steel vie for supremacy, the subtle charm of pedestrian pathways and bike lanes often goes unnoticed. Yet these arteries of non-motorized travel promise a future brimming with sustainability, safety, and a touch of serenity amidst the urban cacophony. With last year’s resounding success in securing… Read More In Pursuit of the Pedestrian Paradise: Why NYC Needs Another Greenway Grant
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