Exploring Marine Life in the Gowanus Canal

Fri Apr 24 2026 at 05:00 pm to 06:30 pm UTC-04:00

25 9th St | Brooklyn

Gowanus Canal Conservancy
Publisher/HostGowanus Canal Conservancy
Exploring Marine Life in the Gowanus Canal
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Celebrate what lives in and around the Gowanus Canal and take part in City Nature Challenge.
About this Event

Join Gowanus Canal Conservancy Senior Education Manager Jen Kepler at the Lowlands Nursery to explore life in the Gowanus Canal. We will look at marine habitats for fish, crabs and other invertebrates. We won't ignore any other cool wildlife sightings; we may also see some notable birds and insects using the uplands and infrastructure surrounding the Canal for habitat.

Explore who calls this waterway home and add your findings to iNaturalist for City Nature Challenge.

If you wish to participate in City Nature Challenge, please download iNaturalist (a free app) on your smart device, create an account and start practicing with it before this program.


This event is free to attend, registration is required.


Accessibility Notes

  • We welcome participants of all ages and abilities.
  • If you are between the ages of 14-18, you need to bring a waiver signed by a guardian. If you are under 14, you need to be accompanied by a guardian. All participants must sign a safety waiver, available here. Waivers will be available on site for those 18+ to sign that day.
  • A single stall, unisex, non-accessible port-a-potty is available on site. A handwashing station with soap and sanitizer is available.
  • There is no potable water on site.
  • The ground cover is unpaved, primarily mulch and can be uneven.
  • Dress for the weather, it tends to be cooler and breezier by the waterfront.
  • GCC Volunteers will be taking photos during the program for use in our reports, publications and promotions.

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

25 9th St, 25 9th Street, Brooklyn, United States

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