May 18, June 15, July 20, August 17, and September 21, 2013

Plant. Weed. Prep.

Dig in the soil with The Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park’s Executive Chef, James Dangler, and volunteer with the Battery Urban Farm! Assist with weeding, seeding, transplanting and selling the fresh organic vegetables at the farm stand. Vegetables that are not sold at the farm stand are donated to a Food Pantry by The Battery Conservancy.

Battery Urban Farm is a one acre educational farm, located in the historic Battery just steps away from The Ritz-Carlton New York, Battery Park. The turkey-shaped farm is home to over 80 varieties of organically-grown vegetables, fruits, flowers, grains, and companion plants. This family friendly volunteer opportunity is offered the third Saturday of the month (May-September) with volunteer harvest hours from 10:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. Volunteers under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.

All volunteers should wear closed-toed shoes and weather appropriate clothing.

Reservations: 72 hours advance reservation required.
Complimentary

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Eat!

Experience the fruits of your labor with a cooking demo and tasting with Chef James Dangler in our 2West Restaurant.

Prior to your arrival Chef Dangler will work with you to customize an appetizing multi-course lunch menu to include your freshly selected organic fruits and vegetables from the Battery Urban Farm.

Immediately following your volunteer experience Chef Dangler will entice your taste buds with an interactive cooking demo utilizing your custom menu paired with local NY State wines.

This unique culinary experience is available exclusively to guests who have volunteered with the Battery Urban Farm.

Reservations: 72 hours advance reservation required.
$125 per person

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May through November 2013 - Available every Tuesday

This is a great opportunity to get your hands in soil and learn about perennial gardens and general garden care – and experience the best harbor views in town. From March through November, The Battery Conservancy’s horticulture team of four professionals works with volunteers on Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to noon in The Battery’s gardens. Volunteer activities include operations like “Beautifying The Battery” by cleaning and beautifying the park and lawns or “Paint the Best Seats in Town” by painting and oiling Battery benches. Guests participating in the activity are encouraged to wear clothing that can get dirty as well as sturdy footwear.

Children must be ten or older. All children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent.

Reservations: 48 hours advance reservation required.
Complimentary

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Ongoing
2½ Hrs / $335

Includes a 60 minute Swedish Massage and an 80 minute Manicure & Pedicure by Carita Paris.

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Ongoing
4½ hours / $700

Your Ultimate Oasis Retreat includes a 50-minute Body Massage , 80-minute Manicure & Pedicure, 50-minute Signature Facial by Carita Paris and a choice of any 75-minute Body Therapy.

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