The Bayard Cutting Arboretum is offering two educational programs for school students this year,
Kids Interactive Tree Program and Forest Walks for Youth
You can enjoy these trips at no cost by filling out the appropriate paperwork through Connect Kids to Parks Grant Program.
Connect Kids to Parks is a field trip grant program. This program connects children with nature, outdoor recreation and history by refunding transportation costs and program fees up to $1,000 or eligible classrooms.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply online at www.parks.ny.gov at least 2 weeks before the scheduled date of the field trip and receive confirmation paperwork via email upon approval.
HOW DOES THE SCHOOL GET REIMBURSED?
Go on the field trip! Bring along the approved grant applications for verification and collect all receipts. Send receipts and signed application to State Parks parksbusgrant@parks.ny.gov within 30 days of the completed field trip. The refund will be sent in approximately 4 weeks via electronic transfer. The school is responsible to pay the vendor.
ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS
If you have any questions email:
Email: parksbusgrant@parks.ny.gov
Call: 1-518-474-6736
CONNECT KIDS TO PARKS BROCHURE
Bayard Cutting Arboretum Contact
Lee Kennedy
Phone: 1-631-581-1002 or 1-631-241-3694
