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Member Activities |
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Since its inception in 1983, The Friends Committee of the Fort Tryon Park Trust has been known primarily for its beautification
and cleanup efforts. While this is still a strong focus for us, it's not all. We also have
- Planted thousands of bulbs, including daffodils from the city-wide, post 9/11 Daffodil Project.
- Transformed the subway terrace, and are restoring the iron fence. Now this dark and litter-strewn corner of the park is a colorful spot
that heartens commuters and welcomes ping-pong and volleyball players.
- Helped seed four lawns in the park.
- Helped get the much-needed New Leaf Cafe into the park.
- Installed two tire-swings in the Jacob Javits Playground.
- Funded a variety of tools and equipment for the park and Heather Garden, including water-conserving soaker-type watering hoses.
- Published acclaimed quarterly newsletter "The Fort Tryon Park Gazette".
- Produced and sold two series of beautiful note cards, with photos contributed by local photographers .
- Sponsored and co-sponsored park events including Earth Day Celebrations and 9/11 commemorative events.
- Joined forces with other community groups to champion park rights and funding.
- Worked with the Parks department in implementing the Heather Garden Endowment.
- Sponsored free Sunset Yoga classes. (Summertime)
- Sponsor free Fitness Walks. (year-round)
- Co-Sponsored annual fundraisers, "A Toast To Fort Tryon Park" &"Pancakes in the Park.
- Published "Let's Get Moving" - A fitness guide to Fort Tryon Park.
- Conducted a survey of over 400 Park users.
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Friends Committee of Fort Tryon Park Trust.
741 Fort Washington Avenue
New York, New York 10040
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