• Birdwalks with NYC Audubon- Special Tuesday Date!

    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 New York City Audubon guide. Advance registration is required. You must register...

  • Trail Work Wednesdays

    Trail Work Wednesdays

    Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance in maintaining and repairing our vast network of trails! We are working mostly on the Cross Country Trail this month. Make sure to wear...

  • Veterans Day Ceremony

    Van Cortlandt Park Alliance & Bronx Community Board 8 Veterans Day Ceremony Memorial Grove • Van Cortlandt Park Sunday, November 6, 2022 • 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;...

  • Forest Friday

    With 640 acres of forest and wetlands, Van Cortlandt Park could use your help! For November's only Forest Friday, we are focusing on planting trees in canopy gaps in the...

  • Fall Foliage, Fruits, and Forageables

    Venture through the park in search of iconic New York fall foliage, fruits, and forageable foods. On this afternoon hike we will talk about forest ecology, identify these important plants,...

  • End of Season Garden Volunteer Day

    Our garden, much like the rest of the Bronx, is preparing for the cold winter season! To care for the garden and celebrate the end of this year's growing season...

  • Natural Areas Volunteer Event

    Help plant trees in the Northeast Forest of Van Cortlandt Park. With 640 acres of forest and wetlands, Van Cortlandt Park could use your help! This November, we are focusing...

  • December Forest Fridays

    December Forest Fridays

      Please Note: Friday December 16th Forest Friday is canceled due to inclement weather forecast. Help with winter forest care and spend some time outside this December! With 640 acres...

  • Birdwalks with NYC Audubon

    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 a wide range of avian topics. Each walk will be led by a New York City Audubon guide. Advance registration is required. You must register...

  • DIY Wreath Making Workshop

    Enjoy a Full Harvest-to-Wreath Experience! Saturday, December 10 • 10 am to 1 pm Rain Date: Sunday, December 11 • 10 am to 1 pm Get Your Ticket(s) Now! Let your creativity run wild while helping your favorite park! After a short hike in the park to pull and collect invasive bittersweet, learn how to...

  • January Forest Fridays

    January Forest Fridays

    Help with winter forest care and spend some time outside this January! For January Forest Fridays, we are focusing on caring for the Northwest forest. Make sure to bundle up warm, wear sturdy closed-toe shoes, and bring some water! All other tools will be provided. No prior experience needed. Meet us at the VCPA Compost...

  • Mulchfest 2023

    Mulchfest 2023

    Recycle your holiday tree by bringing it to Van Cortlandt Park, where the VCP Forest Restoration Crew will chip it into mulch!  This event will take place on Saturday January 7 and Sunday January 8 from 10am to 2pm in the “free lot” near the Van Cortlandt Golf Course; as you drive in from Bailey Avenue, it will be the...