Bird Watching New York

WorldCast Live Presents: Follow Me Soccer Final Watch Party

Get ready for an unforgettable soccer celebration with WorldCast Live! Join us on **Sunday, July 19** at the **Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott** for the **“Follow Me” World Soccer Final Watch Party** — a high-energy event bringing together soccer fans, families, friends, local businesses, and community partners for a full day of fun, culture, music, games, and match-day excitement. Whether you are a die-hard soccer fan or just looking for a great community event, this watch party is designed for everyone. Guests will enjoy the big match on large screens, live DJs, food and drinks, jumbo games by Funbash, vendor and exhibitor tables, photo opportunities, video game stations, and a lively fan atmosphere. This is more than a watch party — it is a chance to connect with other soccer lovers, celebrate the global energy of the game, and be part of a memorable community experience in Newark. **Event Highlights:** * World Soccer Final viewing experience * Large-screen match viewing * DJs and music * Funbash jumbo games * Food and drinks available * Local vendors and exhibitors * Family-friendly activities * Photo opportunities * Community networking and fan engagement Bring your friends, wear your favorite team colors, and come ready to cheer, celebrate, and enjoy the game with fellow soccer fans. EventBrite Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/worldcast-live-soccer-finals-watch-party-tickets-1991926969186 **Location:** Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott 1 Hotel Road Newark, NJ 07114 Hosted by **WorldCast Live**.

Central Park Bird Walk

Bird, butterflies and dragonflies. We will explore the southern portion of Central Park from 59th street to 67th street visiting the Pond, Hallet Preserve, Gapstow Bridge and Dene Slope looking for birds, butterflies and dragonflies. We will be walking on paved paths. To join please send $15/person via Venmo to @Deb-becker-8 or Paypal @ editconsul@aol.com

Mt. Tammany to Sunfish Pond to Raccoon’s Ridge and back (Moderate +)

Manhattan West - Awesome urban location

Alaska Private Yacht (Whales, Bears, Glaciers, Eagles and more) Photo Tour

Join us on an epic journey to wild Alaska. It is a photographer's paradise. We are set to photograph some of the most incredible bear and whale hotspots in the awe-inspiring Inside Passage on a private yacht. Experience Alaska’s incredible wildlife and landscapes up close including fantastic fjords and glaciers. We will photograph brown and black bears feeding on salmon. We will visit beautiful areas that are abundant with wildlife like Admiralty Island, Fredrick Sound. Stephen’s Passage and Southern Chatham Straight. Some of the famous bear locations include Pack Creek and Anan Creek **[More Information](https://www.sphotography.com/photo-tours-workshops/alaska-inside-passage)** **Skill and Fitness Level:** Anyone with an interest in nature photography from beginner to professional photographer. The participants should have a love of nature and enjoy the company of other people in a small group setting. This trip will involve some short hikes from 1 to 3 miles some hikes may have slippery or uneven terrain. **Group Size:** Our groups are small. It will allow us to work with each participant to provide complete, informative, helpful lessons. This also ensures that no questions are unanswered. This also allows us to approach wildlife closer. **Result:** We will help you create beautiful images and have fun but also teach skills and techniques you can use to take your photography to the next, higher level! When the weekend is over, attendees will have a solid understanding of nature photography and your camera. **For more information or to register:** Please visit our website and click on the photo tours link [http://www.sphotography.com](http://www.sphotography.com/) **About Us:** John Slonina is a professional nature photographer who has been photographing for over 35 years. John has a love of natural history. During the workshop, you will receive information on photography techniques and the natural world. Understanding nature not only increases your appreciation of the natural world but also helps you become a better nature photographer.

NYC Central Park - Full Park Summer Hike, Scenic

Sunset/Full Buck Moon Hike Date changed to the 28th

Movies with a View: Clueless

Central Park Singles "Summer Sunset" Stroll (AKA Date Walk)

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/central-park-singles-sunset-stroll-20s-30s-40s-tickets-1981791261010](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/central-park-singles-sunset-stroll-20s-30s-40s-tickets-1981791261010) (Limited # of ladies save $5 by using discount code "5" at checkout. Multiple groups are co-organizing. Space is limited and this event sells out every time.) Join us for a Summer Sunset Singles Stroll in Central Park! Our date walks are becoming an extremely popular and unique way to meet singles in a scenic setting! This event very casual and non-awkward + our host will help to make introductions. Every 10 minutes or so our host will also ask the men to switch with a woman they have not spoken to yet so everyone gets a chance to talk with everyone. We'll walk a 1.5-2 mile stretch through Central Park. We'll then end the walk watching the sunset together. Feel free to exchange contact info with others after walk. FAQs: Where to meet? Exact meeting location with host contact info will be sent to all paid attendees day of the event. How many will attend? We are limiting the # of attendees to a max of 25 so that everyone will get to spend a good amount of time getting to know each other. What are the ages? We'll have a good mix of ages. What if rains? We will email attendees a new date. Can I come alone? Yes, about 90% come on their own. How much? $15-$20 depending upon when you get ticket and spots left

Self Guided 6-Day Hike Laugavegur & Fimmvörðuháls in Iceland

The Mini Golf Classic ⛳

Join us for some miniature golf fun at Pier 25. Hopefully the weather will cooperate this time. After playing our game, we can grab food at 'Walkers', an American restaurant located in Tribeca. Please try to have cash available to cover your meal. [https://www.walkersbarnyc.com/menu](https://www.walkersbarnyc.com/menu) If you need to get in contact, my number is 917-769-2168.

Little Island & Gansevoort: Sunset novice volunteer trip - 2 miles total

*This trip is open to those who have volunteered in 2026 during our public kayaking days. Space is limited - once you join, you will be placed on a waitlist until the host reviews your qualifications.* **Gansevoort: Sunset novice volunteer trip - 2 miles total** Let's cross to Manhattan, paddle by Little Island, and visit Gansevoort Beach! Note this landing can be very tricky, so plastic kayaks are preferred. **PREREQUISITES TO RSVP:** 1. Volunteered **AT LEAST** 2 shifts in 2026 during our free kayaking days AND 2. Completed at least 2 trainings in 2026 and show full control of your craft AND 3. Completed at least 1 novice trip in which you found it easy to stay toward the front of the group AND 4. You are comfortable paddling at night **COME PREPARED:** * At least one all-around waterproof white light * A PFD light * Appropriate clothing for water and air temperature. No cotton * Water * Food if you plan to picnic or cash/credit to buy food there. * Sunscreen, hat * Change of clothes * Anything else you may need to spend 2+ hours paddling! **CRAFT:** * Sit on top - if prepared to paddle very hard 💪 * Sea Kayak - Level 2 * OC1/OC2 - Ke Aloha *supporting* paddlers with a Ke Aloha coach approval * SUP - only if completed +2 mile round trip in 2026 * Surfski - not allowed **TIMELINE:** 5:45 PM Arrive at the boathouse **6:00 PM Safety briefing hard cutoff to arrive.** Whoever does not make it by this time will not be able to join 6:15 PM Move boats to the beach 6:30 PM Depart from HCCB 6:45 PM Arrive at Little Island 7:15 PM Arrive at Gansevoort 7:30 PM Land and stash boats 45 minutes to eat and relax 8:15 PM Meet at boats, prepare gear, return safety briefing 8:30 PM Depart from Gansevoort 9:00 PM Arrive at HCCB 9:30 PM Clean and put away equipment 10:15 PM Trip ends ***Sunset 8:26 PM*** ***Civil twilight 9:04 PM*** **[Hudson River Entrance NOAA Current Predictions](https://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/noaacurrents/predictions.html?id=NYH1927_13&begin_date=2026-07-15&date-range=daily&date-timeUnits=am%2Fpm&date-interval=MAX_SLACK&units=english&time-zone=LST_LDT&threshold=leEq&thresholdValue=)** 2026-07-15 3:50 PM ebb -2.2 2026-07-15 6:47 PM slack - 2026-07-15 9:28 PM flood 1.8 \*\*\* HCCB is completely volunteer run. Our guides generously take time out of their busy schedules to run trips and trainings. If you RSVP yes, please consider this a **commitment to attend**. If you cancel at the last minute or no-show, you take a spot away from someone else or prevent a trip/training from happening. We understand that life happens, so if you must cancel close to the start of a trip or training, please change your RSVP to “Not Going” and message the host(s) or comment in the chat. Here are our guidelines about cancelations and no-shows: \* *For a trip, please cancel prior to 8:00 PM the day before*\* the trip. \* *For a training, please cancel at least 6 hours*\* before the training. \* If you do not cancel before the cancelation cutoff time, you will be marked as a no-show. \* Hosts reserve the right to deprioritize you on waitlists after the second no-show of the year.