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SUMMARY:Garden Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:The VCPA Garden & Compost Site needs you this summer! Our newly expanded garden needs lots of help to weed\, water\, and harvest veggies for donation to the Friendly Fridge BX and to use for cooking demos at our market. On three Tuesday mornings this summer come out and lend a hand to help shape the new space. \nTuesdays July 26 and August 9 from 10am to 1pm. \nRSVP Now. \n\n\n\n\n\nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/garden-volunteer-days-2/2022-07-26/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220805T090000
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SUMMARY:Forest Restoration Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park boasts 640 acres of forest and wetlands right here in the Bronx. Help staff maintain the forest every Friday! \nEvery Friday during August 2022\, volunteers can join VCPA staff in maintaining the Northwest Forest of Van Cortlandt Park. Work will entail removal of non-indigenous plant species such as winged euonymus\, multiflora rose\, and Norway maple. \nVolunteers can meet VCPA staff outside the Educational Garden and Compost Site\, located nearby the Riverdale Stables parking lot. We will provide gloves and any tools needed for the project. Make sure to where long pants\, closed-toe shoes\, and bring along plenty of water. We look forward to seeing you out in the Park! \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-restoration-fridays-6/2022-08-05/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220813T090000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T180717Z
UID:10000322-1660381200-1660392000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Saturday Forest Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park contains 640 acres of forest and wetlands. You can make a difference and help maintain this important ecosystem. \nVolunteers will help VCPA staff remove angelica tree (Aralia elata) from the Northeast forest of Van Cortlandt Park. This non-indigenous invasive plant harms the biodiversity of the forest\, and its spines are not nice to walk into while walking on the trails. Learn more about the plant\, invasive removal techniques\, and ecology of the park while out with VCPA staff. \nWe will meet in front of the Woodlawn Playground at 9am and walk to the worksite from there. VCPA will provide gloves and tools. Please wear long pants\, closed-toe sturdy shoes (preferably boots)\, and bring plenty of water. \nRSVP Now. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/20878/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220816T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220816T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220803T160930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220803T160930Z
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SUMMARY:Compost Distribution & Fun
DESCRIPTION:Come grab compost and have some fun! \nResidents can take up to three (3) 40-lb bags per person!  Registration Required. \nWhile you’re here take a tour of our new garden space\, dig for some decomposers\, do a craft\, and tell us what you want to see in the space. VCPA high school interns have spent all spring and summer rebuilding our site and they are excited to show off their work. Activities are suitable for the whole family and community input into future programs\, activities and crops is much needed. \nVCPA Compost Site and Garden\, enter the park at Broadway and Mosholu Ave.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/compost-distribution-fun/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220824T215509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220825T012215Z
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SUMMARY:Post Labor Day Park Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join the Van Cortlandt Park staff in cleaning up the Park after the Labor Day holiday occurs. \nHelp Van Cortlandt Park staff clean up trash after the Labor Day holiday this year. Meeting at 9am in front of the Van Cortlandt Golf Course Clubhouse. \nWe will provide gloves and materials to help keep this park in tip-top shape. \nMeet at Van Cortlandt Golf Course Clubhouse- enter the park at Van Cortlandt Park South and Bailey Avenue. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/post-labor-day-park-clean-up/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220907T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220726T211533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T213817Z
UID:10000314-1662541200-1662552000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Trail Work Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Miles of trails traverse the natural areas of Van Cortlandt Park\, and they are in need of some regular maintenance. \nVolunteers will assist staff on maintenance of the cross country course\, and other trails throughout the park. This work includes water bar and check step maintenance\, corridor clearing\, raking\, etc. No prior experience is needed. Bring along a water bottle and wear sturdy closed-toed shoes and long pants. \nWe will meet in front of the Educational Garden and Compost Site\, located right nearby the Riverdale Stables parking lot. Enter the park at Mosholu Avenue and Broadway intersection\, and the garden is on the left prior to reaching the Stables parking lot. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/trail-work-wednesdays-2/2022-09-07/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220824T213100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T220221Z
UID:10000330-1662714000-1662724800@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Forest Restoration Fridays in Woodlawn
DESCRIPTION:With 640 acres of forest and wetlands\, Van Cortlandt Park could use your help!\n\n  \nNon-indigenous plant species such as angelica tree (Aralia elata)\, bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus)\, and alder buckthorn (Frangula alnus) threaten the health of the forest in the Northeastern section of Van Cortlandt Park. Come learn out why\, and help VCPA staff remove these species to prepare for a planting event in October.\n\n  \nWe will meet in front of the Woodlawn Playground at 9am\, and promptly walk into the woods from there. The walk in to the worksite is approximately 5 minutes long. VCPA will provide gloves and tools. Please wear long pants and closed toe shoes\, and bring plenty of water.\n\n  \nMeet at Woodlawn Playground- just south of Van Cortlandt Park East and Kepler Avenue.\n\n  \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-restoration-fridays-in-woodlawn/2022-09-09/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220910T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220818T164319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220903T154548Z
UID:10000329-1662814800-1662825600@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Woodlawn Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance and the Women of Woodlawn for family fun activities as we celebrate the opening of Indian Field. \nActivities will include: \n\nBarefoot Dancing with Edwin M. Ferreras with Sergio Sanchez & Andrea Ude (Bachata and Merengue)\nNYC DOT Helmet Giveaway*\nBronx Bound Books – Free Books!\nWoodland Family Walks \nNature Crafts \nStorytime\nThe Chipper Truck\nSports Team Exhibitions from Westchester South FC Soccer Club and Woodlean Baseball\nAnd much more!\n\nIndian Field is located at E. 233rd Street and Van Cortlandt Park East. \nSpecial thank you to our partners: \n\nBronx Bound Books\nCouncil Member Eric Dinowitz\nNYC DOT\nNYC Parks\nWomen of Woodlawn\n\nRSVP Encouraged. \nThe Barefoot Dancing portion of this event is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program\, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by the Bronx Council on the Arts. \nThank you to Art for AID for their support towards bringing Bronx Bound Books to the event. \n*NYC DOT Helmet Fittings & Giveaways \nNYC has provided over 260\,000 free bicycle helmets to New Yorkers. \nNYC DOT’s Office of Safety Education and Outreach partners with organizations and NYC Council Members to host free helmet fitting events across the city. \nHelmet fittings and giveaways follow special protocols: \n\nThe person receiving the helmet will need to be present at the event;\nWaivers must be completed on-site;\nParticipants will view a training video to learn how to properly fit a helmet;\nParticipants will be given disposable tape measures to measure their head’s circumference to select a helmet that is right for them.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/woodlawn-family-fun-day/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220824T214426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T223253Z
UID:10000137-1663405200-1663416000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Forest Restoration Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:Join VCPA staff in maintaining a biodiverse forest through the removal of non-indigenous plant species while learning about forest ecology. \nNon-indigenous plants such as winged euonymus (Euonymus alatus)\, bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus)\, and Norway maple (Acer platanoides)\, threaten the health of the mature deciduous forests within the Northwest Woods of Van Cortlandt Park. Join VCPA staff as we aim to remove these species. \nMeeting location is in the Riverdale Stables Parking Lot at 9am. Please be punctual as the worksite is a ten minute walk into the park. VCPA will provide gloves and tools needed for the work. Please bring along water\, and wear long pants and closed toe shoes. \nMeet at Riverdale Stables Parking Lot- enter the park at Broadway and Mosholu Avenue. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-restoration-volunteer-event/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220917T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220811T154248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T193649Z
UID:10000327-1663423200-1663430400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Barefoot Dancing
DESCRIPTION:Kick off your shoes and dance on the lawn of the Van Cortlandt House Museum with West African Drumming and Dance with Yahaya Kamate and Kamate Traders.  Yahaya Kamate is a teaching artist with the Bronx Arts Ensemble. \nThis cultural enrichment event is fun for the whole family- parents and kids of all ages welcome.\nEnter the park at Broadway and W. 246th Street. \nRSVP Now. \nThis project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrants Program\, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by the Bronx Council on\nthe Arts. \nSpecial thank you to Bronx Arts Ensemble and Van Cortlandt House Museum.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/barefoot-dancing-4/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220826T160736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T211554Z
UID:10000160-1664272800-1664283600@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Garden Crew Volunteer Days
DESCRIPTION:Please Note: November  22nd has been canceled. \nWe are launching a new Garden Crew! Come join VCPA staff in rebuilding and maintaining our Educational Garden and Compost Site. In addition to weeding\, watering and harvesting produce\, garden crew members will learn how to care for the garden\, maintain compost bins and help prep our site for winter. No gardening experience needed. 18 and older. \nVCPA Garden and Educational Garden is located next to the Riverdale Stables.  Enter the park at Broadway and Mosholu Ave. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/garden-crew-volunteer-days/2022-09-27/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221004T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220809T184653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T230241Z
UID:10000324-1664874000-1664879400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Birdwalks with NYC Audubon
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAdvance registration is required. You must register separately for each date you would like to attend. \nFall Bird Walks Offered in Memory of Henry Samol\, a lifelong bird lover. \nRSVP Required. \nPlease note October 1st has been canceled due to severe weather forecast.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/birdwalks-with-nyc-audubon-3/2022-10-04/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220922T191437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T191536Z
UID:10000171-1664960400-1664971200@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Trail Work Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance in maintaining and repairing our vast network of trails! \nMeet us at the VCPA Compost and Garden site (right across from Riverdale Stables) and we will walk to our worksite in the park together.  \nWe are working mostly on the Cross Country Trail this October. Make sure to wear long pants\, sturdy closed-toe shoes\, and bring lots of water! All other tools will be provided. No prior experience needed.  \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/trail-work-wednesday/2022-10-05/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221007T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220922T191915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220927T180552Z
UID:10000179-1665133200-1665144000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Forest Restoration Fridays
DESCRIPTION:With 640 acres of forest and wetlands\, Van Cortlandt Park could use your help! \nMeet us at the VCPA Compost and Garden site (right across from Riverdale Stables) and we will walk to our worksite in the park together. \nWe are focusing on removing invasive species this October. Make sure to wear long pants\, sturdy closed-toe shoes\, and bring lots of water! All other tools will be provided. No prior experience needed. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-restoration-fridays-7/2022-10-07/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221015T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220723T135152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T191711Z
UID:10000313-1665840600-1665858600@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Hike-toberfest 2022
DESCRIPTION:See why Van Cortlandt Park is where NYC hikes when you join Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for Hike-toberfest on Saturday October 15!\n\n\n\nHike in the park followed by a classic Oktoberfest celebration\, complete with local beer\, German food\, live music\, lawn games\, and more.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets on Sale!\nClick here to purchase tickets. \nSponsorships Available!\nClick here for more information on sponsorships. \nFor more information\, visit our Hike-toberfest 2022 page.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/hike-toberfest2022/
CATEGORIES:Community,Hikes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221016T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221016T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220922T190523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220922T190523Z
UID:10000167-1665910800-1665921600@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Natural Areas Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Join VCPA staff in maintaining a biodiverse forest through the removal of non-indigenous plant species while learning about forest ecology. \nNon-indigenous plants such as angelica tree and glossy buckthorn threaten the health of the mature deciduous forests in the Woodlawn Woodland. Join VCPA staff as we aim to remove these species. \nWe will meet in front of the Woodlawn Playground at 9am\, and promptly walk into the woods from there. The walk in to the worksite is approximately 5 minutes long. Make sure to wear long pants\, sturdy closed-toe shoes\, and bring lots of water! All other tools will be provided. No prior experience needed. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/natural-areas-volunteer-day/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220817T221743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220930T223640Z
UID:10000328-1666432800-1666440000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Woodlawn Beautification Day
DESCRIPTION:New Date: Saturday\, October 22nd! \nVolunteers needed to care for and beautify the wildflower patch and area around Woodlawn Playground in Van Cortlandt Park. \nJoin VCPA\, Women of Woodlawn and Woodlawn Taxpayers Association as we continue to beautify the area around Woodlawn Playground.  Projects will include removing non-native invasive plants\, planting native species and general clean-up around the playground and in the wildflower patch. \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP Now. \nMeet in front of Woodlawn Playground. All work tools and supplies will be provided. \nPlease be advised as of 12/27/21\, a vaccine mandate has been ordered by the City of New York. In order to participate in Van Cortlandt Park Alliance volunteer events\, all volunteers must be vaccinated.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/woodlawn-beautification-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220930T230712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221004T194147Z
UID:10000184-1666688400-1666693800@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Birdwalks with NYC Audubon- Special Tuesday Date!
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAdvance registration is required. You must register separately for each date you would like to attend. \nFall Bird Walks Offered in Memory of Henry Samol\, a lifelong bird lover. \nRSVP Required. \n 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/birdwalks-with-nyc-audubon-special-tuesday-date/
CATEGORIES:Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221102T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20221025T183147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T183624Z
UID:10000334-1667379600-1667390400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Trail Work Wednesdays
DESCRIPTION:Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance in maintaining and repairing our vast network of trails! \nWe are working mostly on the Cross Country Trail this month. Make sure to wear long pants\, sturdy closed-toe shoes\, and bring lots of water! All other tools will be provided. No prior experience needed.  \nMeet us at the VCPA Compost and Garden site (right across from the Riverdale Stables) and we will walk to our worksite in the park together.  \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/trail-work-wednesdays-3/2022-11-02/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20221019T163450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221019T163625Z
UID:10000199-1667736000-1667739600@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Veterans Day Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Van Cortlandt Park Alliance & Bronx Community Board 8\nVeterans Day Ceremony\nMemorial Grove • Van Cortlandt Park\nSunday\, November 6\, 2022 • 12 PM \nThis year\, the program will include: \n\nProcession and posting of the American Flag;\nPledge of Allegiance to the Flag and singing of the National Anthem;\nRemarks by local War Veterans;\nRemarks by local elected officials and Community Board 8;\nColor Guard units from SUNY Maritime College.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/veterans-day-ceremony/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20221025T182854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T182854Z
UID:10000201-1668762000-1668772800@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Forest Friday
DESCRIPTION:With 640 acres of forest and wetlands\, Van Cortlandt Park could use your help! \nFor November’s only Forest Friday\, we are focusing on planting trees in canopy gaps in the Northwest forest. Make sure to wear long pants\, sturdy closed-toe shoes\, and bring lots of water! All other tools will be provided. No prior experience needed. \nMeet us at the VCPA Compost and Garden site (right across from the Riverdale Stables) and we will walk to our worksite in the park together. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/forest-friday/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20221025T192807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T194813Z
UID:10000338-1668780000-1668787200@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Fall Foliage\, Fruits\, and Forageables
DESCRIPTION: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\, and discuss how they have been sustainably used (and enjoyed!) by humans and animals alike for millennia. Led by VCPA’s knowledgeable staff.  \nMeet in front of the Nature Center. \nRSVP Now
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/fall-foliage-fruits-and-forageables/
CATEGORIES:Community,Hikes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20221007T155810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T155810Z
UID:10000198-1668852000-1668862800@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:End of Season Garden Volunteer Day
DESCRIPTION:Our garden\, much like the rest of the Bronx\, is preparing for the cold winter season!\nTo care for the garden and celebrate the end of this year’s growing season volunteers are needed for weeding\, mulching\, and maintaining the compost bins to prepare for the rebuilding of the garden this winter. No gardening experience is necessary. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/end-of-season-garden-volunteer-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20221025T183409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221025T185303Z
UID:10000337-1668852000-1668862800@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Natural Areas Volunteer Event
DESCRIPTION:Help plant trees in the Northeast Forest of Van Cortlandt Park. \nWith 640 acres of forest and wetlands\, Van Cortlandt Park could use your help! \nThis November\, we are focusing on planting trees in canopy gaps across the forest. Make sure to wear long pants\, sturdy closed-toe shoes\, and bring lots of water! All other tools will be provided. No prior experience needed. \nMeet us at Woodlawn Playground and we will walk to our worksite in the park together. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/natural-areas-volunteer-event/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20221115T170849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T144014Z
UID:10000339-1669971600-1669982400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:December Forest Fridays
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease Note: Friday December 16th Forest Friday is canceled due to inclement weather forecast. \nHelp with winter forest care and spend some time outside this December! \nWith 640 acres of forest and wetlands\, Van Cortlandt Park could use your help! \nFor December 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. \nMeet us at the VCPA Compost and Garden site (right across from the Riverdale Stables) and we will walk to our worksite in the park together.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/december-forest-fridays/2022-12-02/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20220809T184653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221123T025724Z
UID:10000326-1670058000-1670063400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Birdwalks with NYC Audubon
DESCRIPTION: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. \nAdvance registration is required. You must register separately for each date you would like to attend. \nFall Bird Walks Offered in Memory of Henry Samol\, a lifelong bird lover. \nRSVP Required. \n 
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/birdwalks-with-nyc-audubon-3-2022-10-15/2022-12-03/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20221115T181702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T142435Z
UID:10000342-1670666400-1670677200@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:DIY Wreath Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a Full Harvest-to-Wreath Experience! \nSaturday\, December 10 • 10 am to 1 pm\nRain Date: Sunday\, December 11 • 10 am to 1 pm \nGet Your Ticket(s) Now! \nLet your creativity run wild while helping your favorite park! \nAfter 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 natural and artificial materials.\nAll supplies will be provided…you provide the creativity. \n\nThis is an outdoor event. Please dress for the weather.\nSpace is limited and pre-registration is required.\nHot cocoa will be provided.\n\nFees \nPlease purchase 1 ticket for every person attending. Each person will take home a wreath. \n\nGeneral Admission (age 17+): $25*\nJunior Admission (age 10 to 16): $15*\n\nMust be accompanied by a paid adult with a General Admission ticket.\n\n\n\n*Ticket price includes materials fee. \nCancellations/Refunds \n\nTicket sales will not be refunded and will be considered a donation to Van Cortlandt Park Alliance if you cannot attend the workshop on December 10th. (If your fee is converted to a donation\, it will be considered fully tax-deductible.)\nIn the event of rain\, the workshop will be moved to Sunday\, December 11th and attendees will be notified the morning of the workshop.\nIf VCPA changes the date due to rain\, you will have the option of a refund if you are unable to attend on December 11th.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/diy-wreath-making-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20221212T204112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T121925Z
UID:10000343-1672999200-1673010000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:January Forest Fridays
DESCRIPTION:Help with winter forest care and spend some time outside this January! \nFor 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. \nMeet us at the VCPA Compost and Garden site (right across from the Riverdale Stables) and we will walk to our worksite in the park together. \nRSVP Now.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/january-forest-fridays/2023-01-06/
CATEGORIES:Volunteer
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20221219T193925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T153146Z
UID:10000347-1673085600-1673100000@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Mulchfest 2023
DESCRIPTION: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 first parking lot on your left. \nTrees can be dropped off starting December 26th\, 2022. For more information on additional locations and dates\, visit  NYC Parks’ Mulchfest page.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/mulchfest/2023-01-07/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T163624
CREATED:20230105T184726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T191207Z
UID:10000349-1674295200-1674302400@vancortlandt.org
SUMMARY:Winter Tree Identification Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join VCPA’s Restoration and Stewardship Program Director\, John Butler\, in a workshop focused on identification of woody plants in the winter.\nEven without leaves\, there are lots of ways to identify trees and shrubs!\nThis workshop will teach you signature traits to look for when identifying common species in a northeastern forest. You’ll leave with skills you can use year-round. \nRSVP Now. \nMeet in the parking lot of the Riverdale Stables.  Enter the park at Broadway and Mosholu Ave.
URL:https://vancortlandt.org/event/winter-tree-identification-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Community
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