Routes and Areas (lines and polygons) Model Map

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Lines and Areas (test)

With this new capability of adding lines and areas to Open Green Maps, we are excited to present these new options!
What do you think? Do the lines and areas match the icons? Is each type easy to differentiate? What's missing?
Your feedback about this geometry is welcome!

the shortcut to this page is http://bit.ly/OGM2lines

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August 27, 2020

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Dog Run

Let the dogs run and play in this convivial section of the park. Big dogs and little dogs each have their own fenced in runs.

Bird Tree in Tompkins Sq Park

Trees at the south east corner of the park are a popular Sparrow roost

Marine Protected Area near United Nations

Protecting wildlife and diplomats and world leaders, this protected area is in the East River, a tidal estuary

Deck over the FDR Drive (future)

So much could be generated if we decked over this urban freeway, which is slated to become the free zone when 'congestion pricing' starts in 2021. The vision below is from the Big U, which became the ...

Tompkins Square Park

A small, lively square park that is protected by wonderful American Elm trees and Red Tailed Hawks. To spot the big birds, look where you see people watching them. Photo from EVgrieve.com, a longtime...

Union Square

This modest-sized green space hosts a remarkable array of events, protests, our largest GreenMarket and much more

Wall Street

So many of our environmental problems come from the relentless pressure to generate profits, so we are designating Wall Street as a hazard zone!

Hudson River Greenway

All along the west side of Manhattan island, the Greenway is a haven for people on the go.

Stuy Cove Food Forest

This is your chance to walk on soft wood chips through a permaculture-style food forest that feeds many species, including humans, that can be seen foraging amongst the native plants for wild greens, ...

Unpaved Bike Path

Well, to be honest, there are not many unpaved bike paths in lower Manhattan! So for testing purposes, we selected one with a little gravel.

Walking down Broadway

New York is a great city for walking - here are the lower 100 blocks to explore! Did you know Broadway goes all the way to Albany? On a bit of a ridge, it's a road that was here before Dutch settlers ...

Boundary of this Green Map

Testing this marker

Manhattan Bridge Bicycle Path (car-free)

Soar over the East River on this popular cycling route on the north side of the bridge (the south side is for pedestrians). There's a bicycle counter on the Manhattan side, always fun to see how many ...

East River Park Walk

Check it out! Riverside refreshment from Pier 35 (the Eco Park), around the public space of Pier 36, past Pier 42 and along the esplanade through the pinch point to 23rd St and beyond through East Riv...

Williamsburg Bridge Bike Lanes

There are popular 2 way bike lanes on this bridge - yes, there are an increasing number of micromobility devices and eBikes alongside the bikes. The south side is popular with pedestrians and runners....

Nature Walk by the Hudson River

Going north from the Battery, there is much to see along the riverside! This photo is from Untapped City's article on Battery Park....

Allen Malls - formerly The Elevated train

14 blocks long, running from Houston to the East River, provide outdoor seating, strolling, bike lanes and a bit of art. Formerly the 2nd Ave Elevated IRT, it has a storied past.. While it still has m...

7th Ave Bike Lane

This dedicated lane is on the street and buffered by parked cars. it's a pleasure!

Historic Orchard Street Shopping District

This evolving shopping district is a draw for tourists as well as locals, and many of the shops have been there for generations. Orchard Street is car-free every Sunday and in the Covid Era, sections ...

Chinatown Cultural Route

This is one of NYC's Chinatowns! There are several great places to discover along the way, including favorite gathering places, museums and cafe streets. Note that some locations are not active due to...

Washington Square Park

Open air music and performance are a staple in this park

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