Birding with NYC Bird Alliance
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...
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Super Seedlings
Due to the rainy forecast for 4/26, we are cancelling that session of Super Seedlings. Play and plant with your little one! Super Seedlings is a FREE, drop-in gardening program...
After Holiday Weekend Clean Ups
Join the Van Cortlandt Park staff in cleaning up the Park after holiday weekends. Help Van Cortlandt Park staff clean up trash after holidays this year: Tuesday, May 27th (after...
Tune-Up Tuesdays
Turnip to volunteer! Volunteers will help care for our garden, maintain compost bins, weed, water, and harvest produce. No gardening experience needed - just show up in clothing you will...
Wetland Wednesdays
Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for Wetland Wednesdays — a year-round opportunity to participate in hands-on conservation in one of NYC’s most dynamic and vital ecosystems. Each week, we take...
Super Seedlings
Due to the rainy forecast for 4/26, we are cancelling that session of Super Seedlings. Play and plant with your little one! Super Seedlings is a FREE, drop-in gardening program...
Spring Tea
Tea Culture & Arts and Bronx River Art Center are joining us for an afternoon nature hike, tea experiences, poetry and papermaking. RSVP Required (registration opens 5/16) Featuring: Nature Walk...
Afterschool EcoHike
Children in grades K-5 and their parents/guardians will take a walk, learn about local plants, and explore nature in VCP! In this free guided hike, families will hit the trails...
NY Philharmonic Concert in VCP
THE PHIL IS BACK!!! And, as always, it is FREE for all to enjoy. Pack a picnic, BYOB (bring your own blanket), and get ready for a lovely evening on the Parade Ground.
261st Street Garden Volunteer Event
Alongside our partners at the Riverdale Main Streets Alliance we will be maintaining the garden and open field within the park. We will provide gloves and tools. Meet at the...
Super Seedlings
Due to the rainy forecast for 4/26, we are cancelling that session of Super Seedlings. Play and plant with your little one! Super Seedlings is a FREE, drop-in gardening program...
Cross Country Course Volunteer Days
Be a part of the community effort to maintain the Cross Country Trail in Van Cortlandt Park. Whether you’re an experienced trailblazer or new to trail maintenance, your help will...