Saturday, April 24th
Beach Clean up
11-1PM
Beach 26th Street & beach boardwalk
Come out to clean our beachside neighborhood in preparation for Earth Day Rockaway.Civic groups & schools are welcome! Community service hours or credit are available for this clean up. For more information contact us at info@rwalliance.org
Saturday, May 1st
Earth Day Rockaway
11-3PM
Beach 29th Street/boardwalk
Over 30 organizations come to host environmental activities and events for people of all ages. Free to all.
Saturday, May 8th
Rockspot Environmental Bike Tour- Ft. Tilden to Breezy Point
11-1PM
Depart 11AM: Ft. Tilden Parking lot by RAA Gallery
Tour will be led by Don Riepe, Director of American Littoral Society.
Sponsored by Queens Council for the Arts
Come biking and birding on this tour through Ft. Tilden & Breezy Point. Total Mileage is about 12 miles at a relaxed pace. We will be stopping at all Rockspot sites along this route. People are welcome to bring their own bikes or rent one of the NY 400 Batavus Dutch bikes brought by Recycle A Bike. Fee is $20 for tour& bike rental for those aged 8 and up., $10 for those bringing their own bikes. Registration is required. Rentals of bikes are on a first come first serve basis.
These interactive bike tours are a collaborative effort by Rockaway Waterfront Alliance, Recycle- A- Bicycle and Pratt Institute and are intended to inform and inspire the public to rediscover the Rockaways. The tours promote public access to the NYC waterfront and bring participants to select locations throughout the Rockaway Peninsula that were nominated by the local community. Participants will be able to use the Rockspot tour map to explore all the sites along the Rockaway Peninsula and text message each site to receive information about the significance of each location. Come join us for one of these exciting tours!
Saturday, May 22nd
Beach Clean up
Beach 25th Street & beach boardwalk
11-1PM
Come out to clean our beachside neighborhood. Civic groups & schools are welcome! Community service hours or credit are available for this clean up. For more information contact us at info@rwalliance.org
Saturday, May 22
ALS Jamaica Bay Sunset cruise
5-8PM
Location: Sheapshead Bay
Contact American Littoral Society directly to book reservation. (718) 318-9344
Space is limited. First come first serve.
May 25th- May 27th
School Workshops: Water Safety Awareness
Saturday, May 29
NYC Audubon Horseshoe Crabs & Red knots at Jamaica Bay
Location: TBD
10AM
Saturday, June 19th
11-1PM
Rockspot “Rockapulco” Historical Bike Tour
Departure Location: Beach 9th St beach parking lot
Parking is free to the public.
Sponsored by Queens Council for the Arts
Take part in RWA’s Rockspot Bike Tours! These interactive tours are a collaborative effort by Rockaway Waterfront Alliance, Recycle- A- Bicycle and Pratt Institute and are intended to inform and inspire the public to rediscover the Rockaways.
Our experienced guide will lead riders on a journey that travels the seven mile Rockaway Beach Boardwalk from the Nassau county line to the tip of the Rockaway Peninsula. We will stop at Rockspot sites along the way to discuss historical and environmental landmarks. Entire trip is 14 miles at relaxed pace.
The tours promote public access to the NYC waterfront and bring participants to select locations throughout the Rockaway Peninsula that were nominated by the local community. Participants will be able to use the Rockspot tour map to explore all the sites along the Rockaway Peninsula and text message each site to receive information about the significance of each location. Come join us for one of these exciting tours!
It’s recommended that people bring a bagged lunch, sunscreen and binoculars to get the most out the day. Rental of the NY 400 Batavus bikes is on first come first serve basis.
$20 per person for tour and rental of NY 400 Batavus bike
$10 per person tour only- for those bringing their own bikes
Advanced registration is required as space is limited.
To register email info@rwalliance.org or call (718) 327-5919
Saturday, June 19th
Jamaica Bay Sunset Cruise
5-8PM
Location: Sheapshead Bay
Contact American Littoral Society directly to book reservations. (718) 318-9344
Space is limited. First come first serve.
Saturday, July 10th
Blue Paddle Day. Michaelis Baywater Park
1PM Departure
Location: Bay 35th Street/Jamaica Bay.
For first time and intermediate paddlers to get a chance to kayak along Jamaica Bay.
Fee: $20. Registration required.
July: TBD
RWA run/walkathon
Come out and walk for the kids.We will have swim, surf and water safety demonstrations. We need everyone to come out to take part to raise funds for RWA afterschool environmental programs.
August- TBD
Rockaway Mardi Gras Flotilla Parade
3-6PM
Location: Beach 59th Street marina
Friends, neighbors and boat owners alike will come out in costume to celebrate the famous Broad Channel Mardi Gras. There will be a contest for the best dressed boat and passengers. Food and music will be provided. Come celebrate!
Saturday, September 18th
Fall Bike Tour with Transportation Alternatives.
9AM Astoria- Jacob Riis Park- Breezy Point and back.
$15 Registration fee.
Saturday, September 25th
Intl Bch Clean Up
11-1PM
Location: Beach 29th Street & boardwalk