Discover Water Flows at Brooklyn Bridge Park: Climate Solutions for Young Explorers
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels, primarily walking at an easy pace.
Overview
Explore Brooklyn Bridge Park’s innovative Water Flows program, where students in grades 5-12 engage hands-on with water conservation and urban climate solutions. Discover how New York’s waterfront is shaping the future of sustainability.
Water Flows: Embracing Climate Solutions for our City (Gr. 5-12)
$150 | Up to 35 Students | Chaperones Required
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About This Adventure
Discover the innovative world of sustainability at Brooklyn Bridge Park's "Water Flows" program. Designed for grades 5-12, this engaging 60-minute experience combines guided tours with hands-on activities, allowing students to explore water conservation and ecological initiatives while meeting educational standards. Embrace climate solutions in a unique outdoor learning environment.
Brooklyn Bridge Park's Education Program serves over 10,000 students a year. We use the Park as a living laboratory for hands-on investigation, incorporating inquiry-based learning into lessons that meet Common Core, NYC and NYS learning standards.
WATER FLOWS: EMBRACING CLIMATE SOLUTIONS FOR OUR CITY (GRADES 5-12) Examine the sustainable and green design of the park including water conservation, ecological initiatives, and material reuse. A guided tour is embedded with activities and challenges for students that promote a deeper understanding of these innovative concepts.
Location: Environmental Education Center, with a brief outdoor component
Program Length: 60 minutes
Adventure Tips
Dress for riverfront weather
Layers work best as waterfront conditions can shift rapidly between sun and wind.
Arrive early for transit ease
Allow extra time when traveling by subway or bus during peak hours to ensure timely arrival.
Bring a refillable water bottle
Stay hydrated during the outdoor tour, especially on warmer days.
Wear comfortable footwear
The program involves walking on mixed surfaces including paved paths and green spaces.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Eastern cottontail rabbits
- Various migratory bird species such as herons
History
Brooklyn Bridge Park was transformed from industrial piers starting in 2008 to create a sustainable green space for the city.
Conservation
The park integrates green infrastructure to reduce stormwater runoff and improve river water quality, exemplifying urban ecological restoration.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable walking shoes
To navigate park paths comfortably during the tour.
Layered clothing
For adapting to waterfront temperature changes.
Refillable water bottle
To stay hydrated during outdoor activities.
summer specific
Sun hat and sunscreen
For sun protection while outdoors along the river.
summer specific