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  • A stream in a dry field.
    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 Park's wetlands. We will be working to replace the invasive common reed (phragmites) with vegetation that has improved ecological value. No experience is necessary, and...

  • A person holding a frame of bees in a hive.

    DIY Beeswax Wraps

    Beeswax wraps are a sustainable alternative to plastic wrap made out of a natural wax produced by honey bees! Making your own wrap to use yourself or to give to others is a great step to sustainable living. In this workshop you will make your own beeswax wrap using beeswax and cotton fabric. You are...

  • 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...

  • East meets west good food good beer great parks.

    East Meets West

    Rambling House 4292 Katonah Ave, Bronx, United States

    Join us for a fun, fundraiser to support programs in the two largest parks in the Bronx at the Rambling House in Woodlawn. $35 in Advance, $45 at the Door Includes: Your first beer/wine Finger Foods Giveaways   Get Your Tickets Now!

  • 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...

  • Vancortland alliance presents earth day celebration.

    Earth Day

    Join us at this FREE event to celebrate Earth Day. Activities include: Garden Activities Nature Crafts Music & Dancing with Edwin Ferreras & Company NYC Parks’ Urban Park Rangers Meet...

  • 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...

  • 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...

  • 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...

  • A group of people looking at a body of water.
    Birding with NYC Audubon

    Birding with NYC Audubon

    Please Note: The June 10th Birding Event has been canceled. Explore Van Cortlandt Park’s ecologically diverse grounds and celebrate a long tradition of birding in the park. We will look...

  • A flyer for super seedings.
    Super Seedlings!

    Super Seedlings!

    Please Note: 4/29 has been canceled due to the weather forecast. Please Note: New Time is 10am to 12pm. Accompanied by a guardian, young adventurers will experience nature in their...