And for those who like to stay downtown, you have TRI. A “real forest” it has miles of trails through woods and marshes. It;s a great tribute to the legacy of a great outdoorsman, Teddy R.
You'll see a variety of wildlife, especially birds, on a peaceful walk through the woodlands and marshes here. Added bonus if you've brought your fishing pole, you can fish here, too! -- Green Guide
parkrun Roosevelt Island happens here every Saturday at 9AM. Free, timed 5K run. Rain or shine! Sign up to get your free id token at parkrun/usa. Join the biggest free running movement in the world!
In honor of his love of nature, this 88-acres island was presented to the nation by the Roosevelt Memorial Association in 1931. The memorial was built in 1960 by Eric Grugler and Paul Manship
This 17 foot bronze statue of Theodore Roosevelt was done by sculptor Paul Manship. Learn more about the memorial and the island in this C-SPAN American History TV video. Daha fazlasını oku
If you are in the DC/N.VA area, you like the outdoors and haven't been before, you are missing out! Don't forget to see the memorial on the inside of the island!