What Lives in the East River?

Discover the amazing biodiversity of the East River as you get hands-on and up close with our marine life touch tank. Participants 14 years of age or older can learn how to use a seine net to humanely catch and release organisms in the river. Protective waders and all equipment will be provided. Program is free.

If you wish to seine in the East River, you must be at least 14 years old; children 14-17 years old must be in the presence of their guardians; all participants must complete a waiver form; guardians must sign on behalf of children. For waiver processing ease, please preregister and sign your waiver during the preregistration process with the link provided in your registration confirmation email.

This free program runs continuously for 2 hours. Wader availability is first come, first serve.

Accessibility Notes: Please reach out to [email protected] for any accessibility needs or questions. This program takes place on Pier 4 beach where the terrain is sandy and rocky. There is no shaded areas available, expect full sun. There is no seating provided, but there are rocky steps nearby. Closest bathrooms are at the boathouse around 460ft from the beach.