Van Cortlandt Nature Group Walk
Sunday, December 14at 10am meets in front of Nature Center Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Debbi has...
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Van Cortlandt Nature Group Walk
Wednesday, December 17th at 2pm meets at Riverdale Stables Lot. Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Debbi has...
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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! Date: Sunday, December 21 Time: 10:30 am - 11:45 am (The hike will start at approximately 10:40 am)...
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New Year’s Day Sunrise Hike & Meditation
Welcome the first light of 2026. Join us for a peaceful sunrise hike and Japanese New Year tradition in Van Cortlandt Park. Start 2026 with intention, tranquility, and community. Join us for the 3rd Annual Hatsuhinode—the Japanese tradition of welcoming the first sunrise of the year—on a peaceful hike through the winter landscape of Van Cortlandt...
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Mulchfest
Two Dates: Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11 from 10am to 2pm Recycle your holiday tree by bringing it to Van Cortlandt Park, where the VCP Forest Restoration Crew will chip it into mulch! Trees can be dropped off prior to Mulchfest. For more information about drop-off locations throughout the city, visit NYC Parks’ Mulchfest...
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VCP Nature Group Walk
Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Debbi has a wealth of knowledge about nature, plants, and wildlife that she enjoys sharing. Kick off the New...
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VC Nature Group Walk
Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Debbi has a wealth of knowledge about nature, plants, and wildlife that she enjoys sharing. Kick off the New...
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Forest Fridays
Winter is the most critical time to save the forest floor! Join us to remove invasive Bush Honeysuckle, Multiflora Rose, and other invasive shrubs while the native plants are dormant....
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VC Nature Group Walk
Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Debbi has a wealth of knowledge about nature, plants, and wildlife that she enjoys sharing. Monday, February 16 meets at the Stables parking area at 2 p.m. for a Northwest Woods/Vault Hill walk. RSVP Now.
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Midwinter Recess Cozy Craft-ernoon
Create whimsical nature crafts, or color and warm up with some hot chocolate! This free program is open to children of all ages and their parents/families. Drop in anytime! Activities will take place from 10 am -12 pm. RSVP is encouraged, but not required. The event will be held in 100 Van Cortlandt Park S....
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Mid-Winter Family Fun Hike
Curious about the plants and animals that call Van Cortlandt Park home and how they live in the Winter? Take a hike with us and find out! Brighten up your Mid-Winter Recess with a walk through VCP with Van Cortlandt Park Alliance! In this free guided hike, families will hit the trails while learning about amazing local...
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Black History Month: Legacy of Enslaved Africans in Van Cortlandt Park
Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and Van Cortlandt House Museum for a special Black History Month program exploring the legacy of enslaved Africans in Van Cortlandt Park. The program will feature two guided tours: Pathways to the Past Walking Tour, led by Ashley Hart Adams, VCPA's Arts Integration Specialist, focusing on the Enslaved African Burial...