Fort Tryon Park Conservancy

Forest Fitness
2025-03-15 08:30 - 09:30, 2025-03-13 07:30 - 08:30, 2025-03-11 07:30 - 08:30, 2025-03-08 08:30 - 09:30, 2025-03-06 07:30 - 08:30, 2025-03-04 07:30 - 08:30, 2025-03-01 08:30 - 09:30, 2025-02-27 07:30 - 08:30 (America/New_York) and 18 more dates
Join us for a free, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays!
This fitness class incorporates climbing multiple staircases, stretches and strengthening exercises, notable tree identification, and forest bathing. Led by instructor, Nancy Bruning, BA, MPH, PAPHS.
Classes are structured so that all levels of fitness will be accommodated; however, all classes involve relatively brisk walking and some stairs because of the layout of the park itself. Classes vary according to the season, path conditions, and the weather, but always meet at the Heather Garden entrance.
Tuesday and Thursday classes end at various points near the starting point, including the volleyball courts. Saturday class ends at the Anne Loftus Playground, using the various pieces of equipment, and offers optional after-class group walk to the Greenmarket on Isham Street. All classes end with closing with stretches.
(Note: Fitness Walking does not meet if it is raining or if the actual temperature or wind chill is below 20 degrees F.)

National Safety Month
2025-03-14 08:00 - 17:00
Fort Tryon Park is a place for recreation, relaxation, and community, and safety is key to ensuring that everyone enjoys it to the fullest1
January is National Safety Month, a time to raise awareness about best practices for staying safe in outdoor spaces. Whether it’s winter pathway safety, responsible pet ownership, or emergency preparedness, we encourage all visitors to be mindful of their surroundings and take steps to protect themselves and others. Stay informed, stay prepared, and enjoy the park safely all year long!

On this Day: Tryon Hall Fire
2025-03-07 08:00 - 17:00
On This Day: The Tragic Blaze That Consumed the Billings Mansion
On a fateful day in history, the majestic Billings Mansion, perched high above the Hudson River in Washington Heights, was reduced to ashes in a spectacular fire. The grand chateau, with its spires and turrets, became a blazing inferno that captivated onlookers who gathered to witness the tragedy.
Originally built by financier C.K.G. Billings and later owned by John D. Rockefeller, the mansion was a symbol of Gilded Age luxury. The fire caused nearly $1,000,000 in damages—an astronomical sum at the time. Rescuers heroically saved an ill woman and child from the flames, but many renowned works of art were presumed lost (NYT).
Once offered as a gift to the city, the loss of the Billings Mansion marked the end of an era for Washington Heights, leaving behind a memory of splendor turned to ruin in a single night.

World Wildlife Day
2025-03-03
Celebrate World Wildlife Day at Fort Tryon Park! 🌿🦉
Today is World Wildlife Day—a time to celebrate and protect the incredible biodiversity that surrounds us. Fort Tryon Park is home to a rich variety of plants and animals, from red-tailed hawks and playful squirrels to vibrant wildflowers and towering trees.
Take a moment to explore the park’s natural beauty, stroll through the Heather Garden, or pause to listen to the birdsong. Together, we can appreciate and preserve the wildlife that makes Fort Tryon Park such a special sanctuary in the city.

Guided Birding and Nature Walk
2025-02-02 14:00 - 15:00
Come join us for an exciting Birding & Nature Walk led by local birding expert Alexandra Wang!
📍 Location: Margaret Corbin Circle
🗓 Date: Sunday, February 2
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM
Discover the beauty of the park in winter as we explore its wildlife, including a variety of birds and other seasonal wonders. This is a perfect opportunity to learn more about nature, enjoy the crisp winter air, and share your passion for the outdoors with fellow enthusiasts.
No binoculars? No problem! We’ll have a few pairs available for you to borrow. Whether you’re an experienced birder or just curious about the natural world, this walk is open to all skill levels.
Bring a friend, bundle up, and join us for an afternoon of nature appreciation. 🐦✨🍃
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