3. Secret Pet Remembrance Tree in Central Park
We first heard whispers of a secret pet memorial tree back in 2013 and set out to find it in Central Park. The makeshift memorial is hidden deep in the woods of the Ramble south of Belvedere Castle. The little-known tradition has kept up quietly over the past decade. On the tree, you’ll find mostly handmade ornaments, all dedicated to lost furry loved ones. There are laminated photos of pooches and notes to lost felines and other pets among ribbons and bows. While this part of the park is usually quiet, especially during the winter, you might run into another person or two taking a moment to reflect on fond memories of their long-lost companion.
