Water Willow (Decodon verticillatus)
Water Willow (Decodon verticillatus)
Photo courtesy of Donald J. House

Sunday, May 3, 2026, 10:00 AM
Cunningham Park, Queens County
Trip leader:
Andrew Greller

Dr. Greller has been studying the flora and vegetation of Cunningham Park for more than 50 years. On this walk, he will provide a fascinating introduction to the native and naturalized plants of Cunningham Park, one of the richest forests on Long Island and an integral part of Queens County’s emerald necklace of 2800 acres of connected parkland. Andy has published three research papers that include data from Cunningham Park: one on forest flora, one on forest composition, and one on the entire recorded flora of northeastern Queens (ca.750 species). Spring is a delightful time to visit the park as many plants emerge from their winter dormancy.

Early registration is encouraged for this popular field
trip. Register online with the North Shore Land Alliance
(northshorelandalliance.org). After you have registered, but
before the event, we will email you to confirm your attendance
and provide more detailed information.

Joint trip with the North Shore Land Alliance


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