Riverside Park Conservancy affiliate and park user group Dog Run 72 (formerly FLORAL - Friends & Lovers Of Riverside Area Life) has represented the community of dog owners in the south end of the park since 1995. Associated with the 72nd Street dog run in the park, Dog Run 72 group works closely with the Conservancy, the NYC Department of Parks & Recreation, and local officials. Their work for better off-leash recreational opportunities is just part of their efforts to enhance the experience of living with dogs in NYC.