June 30th, 2025 - In an interview with West Side Rag, Ken Chaya shared how he and Edward Sibley Barnard spent over two and a half years mapping nearly 20,000 trees in Central Park, identifying around 174 species.
Their detailed folding map, Central Park Entire, shows each tree’s exact location along with trails, ponds, and landmarks. The project revealed the park’s rich biodiversity and helped visitors better appreciate its natural beauty.
The map is available as a physical folding map and an interactive app.
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