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We might not be able to hop aboard a Governors Island-bound ferry just yet, but we can still enjoy the best of the outdoor oasis right from home.
Thanks to a generous offering of online activities, New Yorkers' favorite getaway spot is still accessible, even when we're couch-bound.
“With Governors Island at Home, we’re delivering a much-needed connection to the beauty of the park in springtime and our diverse programs, right into the homes of New Yorkers,” Clare Newman, President and CEO of the Trust for Governors Island, said in a statement.
Naturally, the island—home to an inventive playground, 57-foot slides and zip-lining options—has dedicated its virtual efforts to keeping kiddos entertained.
Check out these cool activities:
Governors Island teams up with NYC Grow for a virtual teaching garden to help botanists take advantage of springtime blooms.
No binoculars needed: NYC Audubon joins forces with our favorite outdoor getaway for adorable birding videos!
(Virtually) meet the island's cute canines! These working dogs are adorable.
Go back in time and see what Governors Island was like back in the day with a history tour.
All environmental, artistic, historical and educational offerings can be accessed online on the island's website.
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