Late summer is an underrated time of year here in New York. We’ve got the excitement of summer coupled with the lovely hints of fall weather starting to linger in the air. And Riverside Park is always the perfect companion, no matter the season. In this month’s newsletter:
- Launch of our 2026 Dog Calendar competition with a special goat-y twist!
- Take our visitor survey — we want to hear from you.
- Explore a guide to the park’s blooming pollinator meadows.
- Check out the new volunteer-led @RiversideGoats Instagram account for nonstop goat content.
- Look back at the corporate volunteer power that supported the park this year.
- Discover upcoming free events & more!
Paws & Hooves: Dog Photo Submissions Open
Riverside Park Conservancy’s dog calendar contest is coming back for 2026 — this time with a GOAT-y twist! Our 2026 calendar, ‘Paws & Hooves,’ will feature 12 dogs + 12 bonus goat sidekicks. It’s double the cuteness in this uniquely Riverside calendar that will showcase how our park is a haven for ALL your four-legged friends!
For a chance to have your pups’ picture featured, parkgoers are encouraged to submit a photo of their dog(s) in Riverside Park, Fort Washington Park, Sakura Park, Riverside Park South, or West Harlem Piers Park. Submissions are open until Sunday, September 7.
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We Want Your Feedback: Take Our Visitor Survey
What would you like to see in your park? Make your voice heard by taking our Park Visitor Survey! Collected responses will help us identify how to prioritize future funding, programming, and volunteer opportunities, and provide valuable information as we continue to advocate for increased NYC Parks funding.
Take the survey →
Your Guide to Our Pollinator Meadows
Our six miles of parkland features seven unique, beautiful pollinator meadows to explore. So much is in bloom at this time of year, so it’s the perfect time to plan your next park adventure to visit a meadow near you. Learn more about where our meadows are, what’s in bloom right now, and why these spaces are vital for pollinator populations like monarch butterflies and native bees.
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The #1 Instagram Account for Goat Fans is Here!
It’s goats galore on our brand new @RiversideGoats Instagram account, dedicated to content focused on this year’s herd: Romeo, Mallomar, Butterball, Kash, and Rufus. Run by volunteers who work with our goats, follow the page for regular goat updates, photos, and educational information about the herd’s hard work. Click here to read more about the account and hear from the volunteers leading the content creation.
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Volunteer Groups Make a Big Impact
Our corporate partners continue to make a big impact on the park! So far in 2025, the Conservancy has worked with 1,015 corporate volunteers, putting in more than 2,500 hours to make the park greener and cleaner. Click here to read more about the impact of these fantastic, dedicated volunteers.
We invite nonprofits and companies of all sizes to join us in making a local impact. We work with you to create customized volunteer activities that align with your company’s culture by offering meaningful, fun, and engaging activities for your team.
Interested in bringing your company or organization out to Riverside Park for a day in the dirt? Email [email protected] to find out more.