22 in ’22
Take the challenge to hike, run, walk and/or stroll 22 miles in 2022 while supporting the work of Van Cortlandt Park Alliance!
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Trail Work Wednesdays
Miles of trails traverse the natural areas of Van Cortlandt Park, and they are in need of some regular maintenance. Volunteers will assist staff on maintenance of the cross country course, and other trails throughout the park. This work includes water bar and check step maintenance, corridor clearing, raking, etc. No prior experience is needed....
Youth Run Farmstand
We are very excited to bring our Youth Run Farmstand featuring fresh local produce at affordable prices back! Wednesdays 2-7pm from July 6th to October 26 Train Park (Gale Place and Orloff Avenue) We accept WIC, FMNP Checks, EBT, Snap, Cash and Credit/Debit.
Forest Restoration Fridays in Woodlawn
With 640 acres of forest and wetlands, Van Cortlandt Park could use your help! Non-indigenous plant species such as angelica tree (Aralia elata), bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus), and alder buckthorn (Frangula alnus) threaten the health of the forest in the Northeastern section of Van Cortlandt Park. Come learn out why, and help VCPA staff remove...
Forest Restoration Volunteer Event
Join VCPA staff in maintaining a biodiverse forest through the removal of non-indigenous plant species while learning about forest ecology. Non-indigenous plants such as winged euonymus (Euonymus alatus), bittersweet (Celastrus...
Barefoot Dancing
Kick off your shoes and dance on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum with West African Drumming and Dance with Yahaya Kamate and Kamate Traders. Yahaya Kamate is...
Garden Crew Volunteer Days
Please Note: November 22nd has been canceled. We are launching a new Garden Crew! Come join VCPA staff in rebuilding and maintaining our Educational Garden and Compost Site. In addition...
Birdwalks with NYC Audubon
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...
Trail Work Wednesdays
Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance in maintaining and repairing our vast network of trails! Meet us at the VCPA Compost and Garden site (right across from Riverdale Stables) and...
Forest Restoration Fridays
With 640 acres of forest and wetlands, Van Cortlandt Park could use your help! Meet us at the VCPA Compost and Garden site (right across from Riverdale Stables) and we...
Hike-toberfest 2022
See why Van Cortlandt Park is where NYC hikes when you join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for Hike-toberfest on Saturday October 15! Hike in the park followed by a classic...
Natural Areas Volunteer Day
Join VCPA staff in maintaining a biodiverse forest through the removal of non-indigenous plant species while learning about forest ecology. Non-indigenous plants such as angelica tree and glossy buckthorn threaten...