Published on: 2026-09-26
Source: Moscow Government – Правительства Москвы –
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On the eve of World Environmental Health Day, which is celebrated on September 26, the parks of Moscow, subordinate to the capital Department of Culture, have compiled a guide to environmental events. Regular excursions, walks, lectures, and workshops dedicated to plants and animals, seasonal changes in nature, and rules for caring for the environment are held in the capital’s recreational areas. In some parks, special machines with food for ducks and squirrels have also been installed.
See blooming plants and meet forest dwellers
At the Bitsevsky Forest Eco-Center, a guided tour “On the Paths of Bitsevsky Forest” is held. Participants can get acquainted with the flora and fauna of the Bitsevsky Forest natural-historical park and learn how plants and animals adapt to seasonal changes. The tour also includes historical facts about the area and is designed for visitors of all ages.
On the free tour “The Forest Through the Eyes of a Naturalist,” guests will learn about the ecosystem, seasonal changes, and forest behavior rules, and get acquainted with the animal and plant world. It is held once a week at 14:00 for participants aged seven and older. Advance registration is required by phone: +7 495 970-29-84.
Another program of the eco-center is the tour “Plant World: from Cherry Blossom to Fir.” Using specific examples, guests are told about plants characteristic of different natural zones of Russia and are explained the features that help them adapt. The tours take place once a week at 2:00 PM and last for an hour. The event is designed for visitors aged seven and older. Participation is free, but prior registration is required by phone: +7 495 970-29-84.
At the Bitsevsky Forest eco-center, educational quests for visitors aged six and older are also held two to three times a week. The program changes weekly: some quests are dedicated to the landscape of the natural-historical park, others to the autumn season. In September, you can participate in the quests “Autumn,” “Bird,” “Great Geographical,” “In the Forests,” and “Cranes.” Participation is free, by prior registration at the phone number: +7 495 970-29-84.
Learn about the collection of the Biryulyovo Dendropark and create useful items from natural materials
In the Northern Tushino Park, Sunday walking talks from the “Young Ecologist” series take place. Visitors study the flora and fauna of their native region and the park itself. Master classes called “Eco Workshop” are also held in the “Development and Creativity Club” pavilion, where participants create useful items from natural materials and learn about waste recycling and other ways to treat nature with care. Both programs are designed for visitors aged six and older. Admission is free, with no registration required.
Separate ecological programs are held in the Biryulyovo Dendropark, which is part of the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve. Here, tree species from different regions of Russia and other countries are collected, including sakura, Siberian cedar pine, white acacia, and larches. During the “History and Nature of the Biryulyovo Dendropark” excursion, visitors learn about the history of the area and the variety of tree species. The excursion is available until October 10. All interested persons aged six and older are welcome. Tickets can be purchased by the link. On the excursion “Botanical Journey with a Scientist,” you can learn more about the plants of the dendropark and the features of its collection. The walk will be led by Candidate of Biological Sciences Vladimir Upelniek. The excursion, which will interest visitors aged 12 and over, runs until October 8. Tickets can be purchased at the link.
Lectures and excursions at the “Eco: Moscow” festival
On September 26, the ecological and educational festival “Eco: Moscow” will be held in the Losiny Ostrov National Park. It is organized by the city Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Protection and the Sokolniki Park.
From 14:00 to 15:00 on the stage next to the ecological education center “Russian Life” there will be lectures “Citizen Science in the Big City”, “Principles of Sustainable Development: From Global Problems to Everyday Life”, and “Eco Calculator.” They will be conducted by staff of the Patrice Lumumba Russian University of Peoples’ Friendship.
From 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM, guests are awaited for tours, with plans to form six groups of 20 people each. Three routes will be offered to choose from: “The Familiar Forest” by the Environmental Education and Awareness Department of the city’s Department of Environmental Management and Protection, “Preparing for a Hike” by the NGO “Natural Roads,” and “Autumn Forest” by candidate of biological sciences Maria Galkina.
From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the “Zvezda” tent, everyone is welcome to participate in the quiz on the “The Trees Speak” route, as well as visit the “Ornithological” station.
The festival will conclude with an open-air classical music concert. From 16:30 to 18:00, performers from the international project “Musical Expedition” led by Honored Artist of Russia, cellist Boris Andrianov, will take the stage.
Feed the birds with squirrels and watch them
You can get acquainted with the nature of the parks while observing animals. In the “Severnoe Tushino” park, there are two vending machines with feed for ducks and squirrels: one is located near the central square, the second is next to the Museum of the History of the Navy. In the Tsaritsyno museum-reserve, the vending machines are located by the Dam Gates and by the Middle Tsaritsyno pond. Various species of waterfowl, including rare and endangered ones, inhabit the Lower Tsaritsyno pond.
At the Vorontsovo estate, the feed vending machine is located near the Big Vorontsovo pond. A special mixed feed from the machine is used for the birds. It is prohibited to use bread, pastries, cereals, and sweets for this purpose. Nuts and seeds are also suitable for feeding the animals.
There are two vending machines with duck feed in the Khodynskoye Pole park. One is located by the pond near the security house, the second is after crossing the bridge, opposite the glass maze.
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