Trail Thursdays on the XC
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...
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Compost Sifter Building Workshop
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,...
Crunch and Munch – A Fall Garden Celebration
Come join us for a garden family event to celebrate a wonderful harvest season! Festivities will include: Leaf Crunch with Bronx Green-Up Children’s Crafts and Activities Garlic Planting with New York Restoration Project Garden Harvesting Seasonal Snacks and Beverages & More! Grab your family and friends and enjoy a day full of garden fun, celebration,...
Discover VCP: An Autumn Hike
Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for an enriching hike and forest exploration experience in the Northwest Woods. Led by Trail Stewardship Coordinator Leslie Garcia, this leisurely walk covers 2-3 miles and offers a fresh look at both native and invasive tree species in our Northwest forest. Pets, on leashes, are welcome! The hike is suitable...
Canine Court Clean Up Volunteer Event
Canine Court needs some TLC! Help keep this doggie happy by volunteering to clean up Canine Court! NYC Parks staff does not perform daily maintenance inside dog runs. Daily maintenance is up to volunteers- like YOU! Join us for an evening of weeding, cleaning and spreading woodchips to spruce up Canine Court. VCPA provides all...
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 18 of all abilities. Every finisher will receive a New Balance souvenir. Hosted by VCPA supporter, New York Road Runners.
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 family and get some exercise before your big meal. Register Now.
Woodlawn Wednesdays
Join us for Woodlawn Wednesdays, where volunteers help restore the woodlands on the east side of Van Cortlandt Park. Tasks vary by season and focus on invasive species removal, trail maintenance, and planting native species to promote a healthy forest ecosystem. What to Expect: • Seasonal work: Removing invasives, planting trees, maintaining trails. • Hands-on...
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 to pull and collect invasive bittersweet, learn how to mold the twisted woody vine into a wreath, ready to decorate with a mix of festive...
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, How the Earth Answers, focused on slavery in the Bronx.The reading will be held on the third floor (accessible via stairs only) of the Van...
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! Meet at VCPA's Garden and Compost Site - enter the park at Broadway and Mosholu Avenue. We'll be...
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 open to children of ages 3-11 and their parents/caregivers. FREE drop-in event, all materials will be provided. RSVP is encouraged, but not required. Event will...