Nice weekends bring lots of visitors to the park. Lots of visitors make a mess! Volunteers are needed to help park staff tidy up. Help Van Cortlandt Park staff clean up after weekend picnicking. We provide gloves and materials to help keep this park in tip-top shape. You provide can-do spirit and sturdy shoes for walking! Note: There will be no Monday CleanUps on 9/2 or 10/14. Meet at 9 am at southern end of the Van Cortlandt Golf House. RSVP Now.
Each Wednesday, we’ll focus on different tasks depending on the season—such as phragmites cutting, water chestnut removal, and other vital restoration activities. Our efforts help maintain the health and biodiversity of Van Cortlandt Park's wetlands, ensuring the sustainability of this important ecosystem. For the October dates, our primary task will be cutting back invasive phragmites reeds, which threaten to overrun native plants and alter the wetland habitat. In other seasons, we may tackle aquatic invasive species like water chestnut or work on additional restoration projects in the floodplain. What to Expect: Seasonal tasks: Depending on the time of year, we...
We are very excited to bring our Youth Run Farmstand featuring fresh local produce and local goodies at affordable prices back! Wednesdays 2-7pm from July 10 to October 30 Gale Place and Orloff Avenue We accept WIC, FMNP Checks, EBT, Snap, Fresh Connect Checks, Cash and Credit/Debit.
Join us in honoring our veterans by maintaining Memorial Grove in Van Cortlandt Park this October. We’re hosting two volunteer events to ensure the grove is beautifully prepared for our upcoming Veterans Day celebration. This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community, enjoy the outdoors, and connect with fellow volunteers. Event Details: Dates: Thursday 10/24 & 10/31 Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Location: Memorial Grove, Van Cortlandt Park Activities: Raking Leaves: Gather and rake leaves to keep the grove tidy. Picking Up Sticks: Collect sticks and debris to maintain a clean environment. General Upkeep: Assist with...
🌳 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 biodiversity of our forest. Activities Include: Invasive Species Removal: Help us eradicate invasive plants that threaten our native ecosystem. Forest Restoration: Assist in the restoration of native plants and habitats. Hands-on Activities: Engage in practical conservation efforts that make a real difference. What to Bring:...
Super Seedlings is a FREE, drop-in gardening program for kids ages 2-7 and their caregivers. Each session will have a fun seasonal theme to explore, nature crafts, garden produce to harvest, soil digging, and more! Come once, twice, or every week for some playing and planting! We hope to see you there! 📅 Dates: CANCELED: Saturday, September 28th Saturday, October 5th Saturday, October 12th Saturday, October 26th Saturday, November 2nd 🕐 Time: 10 AM - 12 PM 📍 Location: VCPA Educational Garden & Compost Site located at: Mosholu Avenue and Broadway (next to the Horse Stables). Drop-ins are welcome, but advance registration is recommended. Please e-mail...
Van Cortlandt Park Alliance & Bronx Community Board 8 Veterans Day Ceremony Memorial Grove • Van Cortlandt Park Sunday, November 3, 2024 • 12 PM This year, the program will include: Procession and posting of the American Flag Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag and singing of the National Anthem Remarks by local War Veterans Remarks by local elected officials and Community Board 8
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 species removal: Volunteers will tackle invasive plants such as porcelain berry, multiflora rose, and others that pose a threat to native species. • Hands-on fieldwork: Expect to get involved in physical tasks, including cutting, pulling, and gathering invasive plants. • Equipment provided: Gloves, tools, and...
Be a part of the community effort to maintain the historic Cross Country Course in Van Cortlandt Park. Whether you’re an experienced trailblazer or new to trail maintenance, your help will make a significant impact! Meeting Details: Location: Van Cortlandt Park, Garden and Education Compost Site, across from Riverdale Stables. Time: 9 am sharp; work begins at 9:15 am Please note: There is no session on October 3rd. Activities Include: Repairing cross country trail surfaces Clearing debris and overgrowth Ensuring trail safety and accessibility What to Bring: Sunscreen Comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing Closed-toed shoes Water and a snack Why Join Us?...
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 a wide range of avian topics. Each walk will be led by a NYC Bird Alliance (formerly NYC Audubon) guide. Advance registration is required. You must register separately for each date you would like to attend. Events are on Saturdays meeting at 9am on the following dates: September 14th September 28th October 12th (World Migratory Bird Day) October 26th November 9th Note: We do not provide binoculars and suggest that...
Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Bronx Green-Up to learn how to build your own compost sifter and use finished compost in your garden! Participants can build sifters to take home, or to donate to a local community garden. Gardeners of all levels are welcome! RSVP is required as materials are limited. When: November 11, 11 AM - 2 PM Where: VCPA Educational Garden & Compost Site, Enter the Park at Broadway & Mosholu Ave. RSVP Now.
Turnip to volunteer! At the VCPA Educational Garden & Compost Site, we are open and enjoying our rebuilt space while maintaining our plants and produce. Volunteers will learn how to care for the garden, maintain compost bins, weed, water, and harvest produce. No gardening experience needed. 18 and older. Groups of 5+ must register as a unit via email to gardening@vancortlandt.org Dates: September 24 October 8 October 22 November 12 Sessions run from 10am-1pm. RSVP Now.
