Freshkills Park

08/27/2026

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September 2025 Newsletter Previous Fresh Perspectives Newsletters…

08/25/2026

This Wednesday, join Freshkills Park, the Staten Island Zoo, and Flagship Brewery on Wednesday, August 26, at 6:00 PM for Taps For Terrapins: A fundraiser for the Staten Island Terrapin Project. It will be an evening of local craft beer, conservation, and community!

Support the Staten Island Terrapin Project, a collaborative conservation initiative dedicated to protecting Staten Island's native diamondback terrapins and the tidal wetlands they call home while enjoying one of Flagship's brews. Proceeds from ticket sales will directly support terrapin conservation, research, habitat protection, and public education.

Taps for Terrapins is an event you won't want to miss.

Your ticket includes; Admission to the event, opportunities to meet local conservationists and learn about diamondback terrapins, and the chance to directly support the Staten Island Terrapin Project. You may even get to meet a diamondback terrapin 😉

Raise a glass. Protect a terrapin. Support local conservation.🍻🐢💚

Reserve your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996374277204?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/24/2026

This Wednesday, join Freshkills Park, the Staten Island Zoo, and Flagship Brewery for Taps for Terrapins: A Fundraiser for the Staten Island Terrapin Project!

The Staten Island Terrapin Project is a collaborative conservation initiative dedicated to protecting Staten Island's native diamondback terrapins and the tidal wetlands they call home. What’s better than an evening supporting this amazing effort while enjoying Flagship Brewery's locally crafted beers. Proceeds from ticket sales will directly support terrapin conservation, research, habitat protection, and public education.

Passionate about beer, wildlife, or the Staten Island community? Taps for Terrapins is an event you won't want to miss. You may even get to meet a diamondback terrapin 😉

Your ticket includes: Admission to the event, opportunities to meet local conservationists and learn about diamondback terrapins, and the chance to directly support the Staten Island Terrapin Project

Raise a glass. Protect a terrapin. Support local conservation. 🍺🐢💚

Space is limited, so reserve your tickets today at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996374277204?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/19/2026

Taps for Terrapins: A Fundraiser for the Staten Island Terrapin Project

Join Freshkills Park, the Staten Island Zoo, and Flagship Brewery on Wednesday, August 26, at 6:00 PM for an evening of local craft beer, conservation, and community!

Enjoy a selection of Flagship Brewery's locally crafted beers while supporting the Staten Island Terrapin Project, a collaborative conservation initiative dedicated to protecting Staten Island's native diamondback terrapins and the tidal wetlands they call home. Proceeds from ticket sales will directly support terrapin conservation, research, habitat protection, and public education.

The diamondback terrapin is the only turtle in North America that lives exclusively in brackish water. Although protected by New York State law, these remarkable turtles continue to face numerous threats, including habitat loss, nest predation, road mortality, pollution, and illegal collection. Staten Island's extensive salt marshes provide critical habitat for this iconic species, making local conservation efforts more important than ever.

Throughout the evening, you'll have the opportunity to learn about the Staten Island Terrapin Project, meet the dedicated partners working to protect these turtles, and discover how conservation efforts at Freshkills Park and throughout Staten Island are helping secure a brighter future for the species.

Whether you're a craft beer enthusiast, a wildlife lover, or simply looking for a fun night out that gives back to the community, Taps for Terrapins is an event you won't want to miss.

Your ticket includes:

Admission to the event

Opportunities to meet local conservationists and learn about diamondback terrapins

The chance to directly support the Staten Island Terrapin Project

Raise a glass. Protect a terrapin. Support local conservation.

Space is limited, so reserve your tickets today at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taps-for-terrapins-a-fundraiser-for-the-staten-island-terrapin-project-tickets-1996374277204

08/04/2026

Saturday is quickly approaching and we still have a few spots left for our Bird Tour!!!

Don't miss out on this opportunity to explore Freshkills Park and get a birds eye view of some of our feathered friends that call the park home for the summer months.

Link is in bio.

08/01/2026

We just released 5 more tickets for our Freshkills Park Kayak tour! You know the drill... click the link below and sign up now to secure your place on tomorrow's kayak tour on August 2nd from 10 am - 12:30 pm.

We can't wait to paddle Main and New Springville Creek with you and explore the wetlands of Freshkills Park. 🛶🐢🦆

Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/freshkills-park-kayak-tour-tickets-1994944967099?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/28/2026

The Freshkills Park Alliance is excited to share our upcoming August programming! Join us throughout the month for guided hikes, family-friendly activities, wildlife experiences, volunteer opportunities, art workshops, and hands-on environmental education. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a longtime supporter, there's something for everyone to enjoy at Freshkills Park.

Registration is required for all programs. Visit the link in our bio to register.

To stay up to date on everything happening at the park, be sure to subscribe to our monthly newsletter at FreshkillsPark.org. We can't wait to see you this August!