Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance in an ongoing effort to restore the natural biodiversity of Vault Hill Meadow by removing invasive plant species. This opportunity focuses on hands-on invasive species removal, with tasks varying seasonally to ensure the health and recovery of this important area within the park. What to Expect: • Seasonal invasive...
Canine Court needs some TLC! Help keep this doggie happy by volunteering to clean up Canine Court! NYC Parks staff does not perform daily maintenance inside dog runs. Daily maintenance is up to volunteers- like YOU! Join us for an evening of weeding, cleaning and spreading woodchips to spruce up Canine Court. VCPA provides all...
🌳 What: Forest Restoration in the Northwest Forest 📅 When: Fridays ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 📍 Where: Van Cortlandt Park - Garden & Compost Site Description: We will be focusing on removing invasive species like porcelain berry, bittersweet, mile-a-minute, Norway Maple and more. These activities are crucial in preserving the health and...
Kids of all ages and abilities can experience the joys of cross country running in Van Cortlandt Park! Registration for this event is FREE and open to participants ages 2 to 18 of all abilities. Every finisher will receive a New Balance souvenir. Hosted by VCPA supporter, New York Road Runners.
A Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving! Organized by the Van Cortlandt Track Club, this fun run will benefit the Friendly Fridge BX Community Food Hub at 242nd Street. Bring your whole family and get some exercise before your big meal. Register Now.
Come join us for a fun and creative wreath making workshop where you'll learn to make your own beautiful wreath....from harvest to finish! After a short hike in the park...
Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Van Cortlandt House Museum present a poetry reading by poet and Bronx byproduct David Mills. David Mills will read from a new, yet-to-be-published poetry collection, How the Earth Answers, focused on slavery in the Bronx.The reading will be held on the third floor (accessible via stairs only) of the Van...
Please Note: We have canceled the event on December 11 due to rain. Join us for Woodlawn Wednesdays, where volunteers help restore the woodlands on the east side of Van...
Please note: There is no session on December 5, 2024 due to wind. Be a part of the community effort to maintain the historic Cross Country Course in Van Cortlandt...
Join Us for Forest Friday Events This December! 🌳 What: Forest Restoration in the Northwest Forest 📅 When: Fridays, December 6th, 13th, and 20th ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (please arrive on time – we leave for the site by 9:15 AM) 📍 Where: Van Cortlandt Park – Garden & Compost Site (link)...
In this free guided hike, families can hit the trails while learning about amazing local plants and animals, and how the park changes in the colder weather. Afterwards, join us...
Come lean into the Winter season with Van Cortlandt Park Alliance! Create whimsical seasonal crafts, or just color and warm up with some hot chocolate and sweets! This program is...
