Hike-toberfest 2021
See why Van Cortlandt Park is where NYC hikes when you join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for Hike-toberfest!
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Drawing Onsite in the Park with Shelley Haven
Join artist Shelley Haven to experience nature anew. Create an artwork with her guidance and encouragement during the session.
Forest Fridays
During the month of November we will focus on removal of non-indigenous plant species within our Floodplain Forest worksite, along the Putnam Greenway.
Garden Volunteer Days
Volunteers needed to help VCPA prepare our Garden & Compost Site for the winter.
Family Fun Hike: Leaf Mandalas/Rangoli
Golds, reds, oranges and purples are all of the vibrant colors we will see during our stroll on our next Family Hike. Come out and celebrate all of the beautiful colors of fall by creating your very own leaf Mandala/Rangoli.
Tibbetts Brook Trash Cleanup
Volunteers will be strapping on waders and hopping into Tibbetts brook or walking along the shoreline removing trash.
Forest Restoration Fridays
Woodlawn Playground Van Cortlandt Park East and Oneida Ave., Bronx, NYJoin VCPA in our active restoration sites, removing non-indigenous plant species, planting, seeding and prepping sites.
DIY Wreath Making Workshop
Create your very own, truly custom-made seasonal holiday wreath from scratch!
VCP Research Initiatives
A virtual presentation reviewing VCPA research projects with our Field Scientist and Research Coordinator.
Forest Restoration Fridays
During the month of January and February, forest maintenance will entail removal of non-indigenous vine species and shrubs from the Vault Hill section of the Park.
Animal Survival During a Northeastern Winter
Join VCPA's Field Scientist and Research Coordinator, Alex Byrne, in a workshop discussing how animals survive winters in Van Cortlandt Park.
Winter Tree Identification
Join VCPA's Restoration and Stewardship Program Director, John Butler, in a workshop focused on identification of woody plants in the winter.