http://www.nyharborparks.org en-us ℗ & © 2009 National Parks of New York Harbor Conservancy An insider's look at America's national parks that ring New York Harbor National Parks of New York Harbor Seventeen species of hawks, sandy beaches, a network of military forts and the site of George Washington's first inauguration -- all can be found among the National Parks of New York Harbor. No one knows these special places better than the naturalists, scientists and historians who work at them as National Park Service Rangers. In this new podcast series, park rangers share their insider stories about the wonders to be seen at these national treasures. Produced by the National Parks of New York Harbor Conservancy, located on the web at: nyharborparks.org. Seventeen species of hawks, sandy beaches, a network of military forts and the site of George Washington's first inauguration -- all can be found among the National Parks of New York Harbor. No one knows these special places better than the naturalists, scientists and historians who work at them as National Park Service Rangers. In this new podcast series, park rangers share their insider stories about the wonders to be seen at these national treasures. Produced by the National Parks of New York Harbor Conservancy, located on the web at: nyharborparks.org. National Parks of New York Harbor Conservancy info@nyharborparks.org no http://www.nyharborparks.org/podcasts/pixpod/rangerstories_logo144x144.jpg 144 144 http://www.nyharborparks.org National Parks of New York Harbor The Dutch legacy Nieuw Amsterdam passes into British hands with nary a shot being fired, yet the Dutch residents remain. So, too, does their tradition of tolerance and civil liberties, leaving a permanent imprint on the culture of the city to this very day, in the conclusion of Nieuw Amsterdam to New York. Nieuw Amsterdam passes into British hands with nary a shot being fired, yet the Dutch residents remain. So, too, does their tradition of tolerance and civil liberties, leaving a permanent imprint on the culture of the city to this very day, in the conclusion of Nieuw Amsterdam to New York http://www.nyharborparks.org/podcasts/ranger_stories_08.mp3 Mon, 3 Aug 2009 10:00:00 EST 6:19 New York, New Amsterdam, Peter Stuyvesant, British, history National Parks of New York Harbor The beginning of civil liberties in America Pierre Minuit, whom we know better as Peter Minuit, gets the small settlement of New Amsterdam off to a good start. But after his replacement, settlers suffer increasingly tyrannical and inept governance from the Dutch West India Company -- until they finally say, Enough! -- in Part 2 of Nieuw Amsterdam to New York. Pierre Minuit, whom we know better as Peter Minuit, gets the small settlement of New Amsterdam off to a good start. But after his replacement, settlers suffer increasingly tyrannical and inept governance from the Dutch West India Company -- until they finally say, Enough! -- in Part 2 of Nieuw Amsterdam to New York. http://www.nyharborparks.org/podcasts/ranger_stories_07.mp3 Mon, 8 Jun 2009 21:05:00 EST 9:42 New York, New Amsterdam, Peter Minuit, Peter Stuyvesant, history National Parks of New York Harbor A trading town from the start Trace New York's beginnings in this, the first of a three-part episode on the Dutch settlement that evolved from a backwater trading outpost into the center of world finance and commerce. On this journey you'll start on the other side of the world with the Dutch East India Company, join Henry Hudson in his quest for a Northwest Passage and end up on the southern tip of Manhattan with Peter Minuit. In Part 2 you'll see how the city's residents prospered, then ultimately rebelled against a tyrannical director-general, gifting the New World with the lasting legacy of Dutch civil liberties. Trace New York's beginnings in this, the first of a three-part episode on the Dutch settlement that evolved from a backwater trading outpost into the center of world finance and commerce. On this journey you'll start on the other side of the world with the Dutch East India Company, join Henry Hudson in his quest for a Northwest Passage and end up on the southern tip of Manhattan with Peter Minuit. In Part 2 you'll see how the city's residents prospered, then ultimately rebelled against a tyrannical director-general, gifting the New World with the lasting legacy of Dutch civil liberties. http://www.nyharborparks.org/podcasts/ranger_stories_06.mp3 Mon, 30 Apr 2009 9:00:00 EST 9:22 New York, New Amsterdam, Henry Hudson, Dutch West India Company, history National Parks of New York Harbor Orphan, immigrant, founding father Park historian Steve Laise recounts the rise of founding father Alexander Hamilton from humble beginnings on the island of Nevis in the Caribbean to Washington's right-hand man and, ultimately, Secretary of the Treasury. Co-author of the Federalist Papers, which argued for adoption of the Constitution, Hamilton was instrumental in establishing a strong central government and sound financial footing for the new nation. Park historian Steve Laise recounts the rise of founding father Alexander Hamilton from humble beginnings on the island of Nevis in the Caribbean to Washington's right-hand man and, ultimately, Secretary of the Treasury. Co-author of the Federalist Papers, which argued for adoption of the Constitution, Hamilton was instrumental in establishing a strong central government and sound financial footing for the new nation. http://www.nyharborparks.org/podcasts/ranger_stories_05.mp3 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 9:00:00 EST 7:07 Alexander Hamilton, Federalist Papers, duel Aaron Burr National Parks of New York Harbor The colorful life of a visionary president Big-game hunter or big-time conservationist? Cowboy or member of the New York elite? War hero or peacemaker? The first President Roosevelt was all this and more. Learn about his life and times from National Park Service Ranger Mike Amato. For historical pictures illustrating some of the episodes related here, and information about the Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace, visit: nyharborparks.org/podcasts/rs-roosevelt.html. Big-game hunter or big-time conservationist? Cowboy or member of the New York elite? War hero or peacemaker? The first President Roosevelt was all this and more. Learn about his life and times from National Park Service Ranger Mike Amato. For historical pictures illustrating some of the episodes related here, and information about the Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace, visit: nyharborparks.org/podcasts/rs-roosevelt.html. http://www.nyharborparks.org/podcasts/ranger_stories_04.mp3 Wed, 8 Oct 2008 12:00:00 EST 5:57 President Theodore Roosevelt, TR, Teddy, conservation National Parks of New York Harbor The immigrant experience Over 40 percent of Americans can trace their ancestry through Ellis Island. What did these forebears feel, a century ago, as they sat in the Great Hall of the storied immigration station, waiting to learn their fate? National Park Service Ranger Charles Walker recreates the experience for you. For historical pictures and information about Ellis Island today, visit: nyharborparks.org/podcasts/rs-ellis.html. Over 40 percent of Americans can trace their ancestry through Ellis Island. What did these forebears feel, a century ago, as they sat in the Great Hall of the storied immigration station, waiting to learn their fate? National Park Service Ranger Charles Walker recreates the experience for you. For historical pictures and information about Ellis Island today, visit: nyharborparks.org/podcasts/rs-ellis.html. http://www.nyharborparks.org/podcasts/ranger_stories_03.mp3 Sat, 14 Jun 2008 15:00:00 EST 5:57 immigration, imigration, imigrant, Statue of Liberty, elliss, eliss National Parks of New York Harbor The incredible fall migration What makes hawks such amazing predators -- and where are the best places in New York City to see them? Let National Park Service Ranger Dave Taft share his insights and expertise with you -- and hear about his memorable experience watching a peregrine falcon make a kill. For pictures, information and a map of hawk-watching sites on New York Harbor, where up to 17 hawk species may be seen during the fall migration, visit: nyharborparks.org/podcasts/rs-hawks.html. What makes hawks such amazing predators -- and where are the best places in New York City to see them? Let National Park Service Ranger Dave Taft share his insights and expertise with you -- and hear about his memorable experience watching a peregrine falcon make a kill. For pictures, information and a map of hawk-watching sites on New York Harbor, where up to 17 hawk species may be seen during the fall migration, visit: nyharborparks.org/podcasts/rs-hawks.html. http://www.nyharborparks.org/podcasts/ranger_stories_02.mp3 Tue, 13 Nov 2007 15:05:00 EST 6:24 hawks, birds, birdwatching, peregrine falcons, wildlife, migration, nature National Parks of New York Harbor New York Harbor's answer to Yellowstone Discover New York Harbor's answer to Yellowstone -- a collection of 11 parks known as Gateway National Recreation Area that offer metropolitan-area residents outstanding outdoor recreation and a wild and wonderful experience of the natural world. For pictures, information and a map of park locations in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Monmouth County, New Jersey, visit: nyharborparks.org/podcasts/rs-gateway.html. Discover New York Harbor's answer to Yellowstone -- a collection of 11 parks known as Gateway National Recreation Area that offer metropolitan-area residents outstanding outdoor recreation and a wild and wonderful experience of the natural world. For pictures, information and a map of park locations in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Monmouth County, New Jersey, visit: nyharborparks.org/podcasts/rs-gateway.html. http://www.nyharborparks.org/podcasts/ranger_stories_01.mp3 Tue, 13 Nov 2007 15:00:00 EST 5:36 National Parks, New York Harbor, nature, recreation, outdoors, wildlife, parks, New York, Gateway