Alley Pond Environmental Center 229-10 Northern Boulevard, Queens, NY 11362

"This is a nice local spot to bring your kids. The environmental center has a few small animals like rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, snakes, birds, etc. Depending on the time of day, you may be allowed to pet some of these animals. There are a couple of trails you can walk through, with lots of trees and marshes by the water. You can walk the entire trail in about 20 minutes. It is obviously beautiful during the summer with lush greenery all around. You can host a kid's birthday party at this venue for a very reasonable price. We have definitely been here before the renovation and are extremely happy with the new upgrades to this place. Looking forward to our next visit."

"The new bldg has all the amenities for class visits, the mini terrarium has a nice variety of birds and reptiles and there is a classroom experience for groups. The Douglaston windmill burnt down in 1988, the replica is in need of repair."

"This is a super fun place to come with young children. You can enter free and see a lot of different types of animals up close in their cages such as birds, turtles, lizards, snakes, bunny rabbits, Guinea pigs, and much more! A neat educational experience for young ones."

"Alley pond has some great trails through marshes and forested areas. You are likely to see some wonderful birds on your walk. The school programs they offer are absolutely wonderful ; my students said it was the best day ever ! Thank you for the fantastic program. The new building opened in November and is beautiful."

"Amazing place to bring your little ones or big kids. There is lots to see and trails to walk."