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    Wetland Wednesdays

    Wetland Wednesdays

    Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Manhattan College for a community event on Wetland Wednesdays - March 22nd and March 29th - to improve the habitat of Van Cortlandt...

  • A person in an orange vest walking through a wooded area.

    April Forest Restoration Fridays

    April Forest Restoration Fridays

    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...

  • A boy and a girl working in a garden.

    Spring Garden Community Volunteer Day

    To care for the garden and prepare for this year's growing season, volunteers are needed for weeding, building, and maintaining the compost bins! Make sure to wear comfortable clothing, sturdy closed-toe shoes, and bring lots of water! All tools will be provided. No gardening experience is necessary. RSVP Now.

  • A stream in a dry field.

    Wetland Wesdnesdays

    Join us for Wetland Wednesdays, where we volunteer to improve the wetland ecosystems in Van Cortlandt Park. April is a great time to get out and enjoy the warmer air as the park is waking up from winter. Projects will be focused on invasive removal. Tools and gloves will be provided. Meeting Location: Van Cortlandt...

  • Two men working on a trail in the woods.

    Trail Work Wednesdays

    Trail Work Wednesdays
    Garden & Compost Site Enter the Park at Broadway and Mosholu, Bronx, NY

    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 man with a shovel in the woods.

    May Forest Restoration Fridays

    May Forest Restoration Fridays
    Woodlawn Playground Van Cortlandt Park East and Oneida Ave., Bronx, NY

    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...

  • Volunteer interest and appreciation.

    VCPA Volunteer Spring Mingling

    Volunteer interest and appreciation event with food, drinks, and fun times! Want to learn about why you should volunteer in Van Cortlandt Park? Do you wonder what our volunteer projects...

  • Three people standing in a wooded area holding plants.

    Forest Fridays

    Forest Fridays

    August 25th event has been canceled due to rainy weather. Help preserve the beautiful 640 acres of urban woodland in Van Cortlandt Park through our Forest Fridays initiative! As part...

  • A lake with lily pads and trees in the background.

    Water Chestnut Wednesdays

    Water Chestnut Wednesdays

    Note: Due to Air Quality Health Advisory the June 7 session has been canceled. Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for Water Chestnut Wednesdays as we work together to maintain...

  • A group of trees in a wooded area.

    Woodlawn Forest Restoration

    Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance (VCPA) for a rewarding morning of community and nature as we work together to restore the beautiful Woodlawn section of Van Cortlandt Park! We will...

  • We are wicked green nyc.

    Volunteer with Wicked in VCP!

    Celebrate Wicked’s 20th Anniversary with a massive volunteer event! Join fans of Wicked at park cleanup events across the city, where you’ll have the chance to volunteer alongside members of...