• Van Cortlandt Nature Group Walk

    Wednesday, December 17th at 2pm meets at Riverdale Stables Lot. Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Debbi has a wealth of knowledge about nature, plants, and wildlife that she enjoys sharing. RSVP Now.

  • Forest Fridays

    Forest Fridays

    Please note: Forest Friday on December 19th, 2025 has been canceled due to high winds. Remove invasive species from the Northwest Forest. Promote biodiversity, protect young trees, and maintain trails. When: Fridays November 14 and 21 meeting at 9am and Fridays December 5, 12 and 19 meeting at 10am Where: Van Cortlandt Park - VCPA...

  • Welcoming Winter: A Family Nature Walk

    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 for a nature craft and themed activities! Date: Sunday, December 21 Time: 10:30 am - 11:45 am (The hike will start at approximately 10:40 am)...

  • New Year’s Day Sunrise Hike & Meditation

    Welcome the first light of 2026. Join us for a peaceful sunrise hike and Japanese New Year tradition in Van Cortlandt Park. Start 2026 with intention, tranquility, and community. Join...

  • Mulchfest

    Mulchfest

    Two Dates: Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11 from 10am to 2pm Recycle your holiday tree by bringing it to Van Cortlandt Park, where the VCP Forest Restoration Crew...

  • VCP Nature Group Walk

    Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora...

  • VC Nature Group Walk

    Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora...

  • VC Nature Group Walk

    Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Debbi has a wealth of knowledge about nature, plants, and wildlife that...

  • Midwinter Recess Cozy Craft-ernoon

    Create whimsical nature crafts, or color and warm up with some hot chocolate! This free program is open to children of all ages and their parents/families. Drop in anytime! Activities...

  • Mid-Winter Family Fun Hike

    Curious about the plants and animals that call Van Cortlandt Park home and how they live in the Winter? Take a hike with us and find out! Brighten up your...

  • Forest Fridays

    Forest Fridays

    Winter is the most critical time to save the forest floor! Join us to remove invasive Bush Honeysuckle, Multiflora Rose, and other invasive shrubs while the native plants are dormant. By clearing these shrubs now, we immediately flood the forest floor with winter sunlight and remove the chemical barriers that stop our native trees from...