Event Series Forest Fridays

Forest Fridays

🌳 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...

Rising NYRR at the Cross Country Course #3

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...

VCTC’s Lettuce Run Turkey Trot

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...

DIY Wreath Making Workshop

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...

How the Earth Answers

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,...

Event Series Forest Fridays

Forest Fridays

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...

CANCELLED Welcoming Winter: A Family Nature Walk

Due to the very cold real feel temperatures and high winds forecasted for Saturday we have cancelled this event. In this free guided hike, families can hit the trails while...

Cozy Craft-ernoon – Family Winter Crafts

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...

Event Series Mulchfest 2024

Mulchfest 2025

Chip It! Chip It Good! Recycle your holiday tree by bringing it to Van Cortlandt Park, where the VCP Forest Restoration Crew will chip it into mulch!  This event will take place on Saturday, January 11 and Sunday, January 12 from 10am to 2pm in the “free lot” near the Van Cortlandt Golf Course; as...

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