Come join VCPA staff in rebuilding and maintaining our Educational Garden & Compost Site. This bi-weekly program brings together community members to engage in urban gardening and composting. In addition to weeding, watering and harvesting produce, volunteers will learn how to care for the garden, maintain compost bins and help prep our site for the growing season. This is a great way to get outside and learn about food ecology, vegetables, and community and education based food sharing! No gardening experience needed. 18 and older. RSVP Now.

Miles of trails traverse the natural areas of Van Cortlandt Park, and they are in need of regular maintenance. Volunteers will assist staff on maintenance of the cross country course and other trails throughout the park. Work includes waterbar and checkstep maintenance, corridor clearing, raking, etc. Wear closed-toe shoes and long pants; bring water and a snack. Meet at Riverdale Stables Parking Lot. RSVP Now.

Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance at one of our Forest Restoration Friday events. A weekly program that allows community members to engage with VCP staff in maintaining the forested landscape here in the Bronx. Attendees assist with seasonal work such as removal of trees and shrubs, preparing planting sites, planting, and a wide assortment of other projects. Forest Restoration Fridays are a great way to learn about forest ecology, and get your hands dirty in protecting this wonderful resource! RSVP Now.

Explore Van Cortlandt Park’s ecologically diverse grounds and celebrate a long tradition of birding in the park. We will look for various species of resident and migratory birds and discuss a wide range of avian topics. Each walk will be led by a New York City Audubon guide. Advance registration is required. You must register separately for each date you would like to attend. These walks are funded by NFWF’s Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program. Want us to continue birding programs in the future? Please make a donation during checkout. All donations made will be used to continue...