Forest Fridays

Please note: Forest Friday on December 19th, 2025 has been canceled due to high winds.

Remove invasive species from the Northwest Forest. Promote biodiversity, protect young trees, and maintain trails.

When: Fridays November 14 and 21 meeting at 9am and Fridays December 5, 12 and 19 meeting at 10am

Where: Van Cortlandt Park – VCPA Learning Garden (across from the Riverdale Stables)

What to bring: Long pants, closed-toe shoes, water

No experience needed – we provide tools, gloves, and teach forest ecology as we work.

Ages 15+ welcome.

Minors must have parents sign a volunteer waiver.

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Limited to 30 volunteers. Groups of 6+ email noel@vancortlandt.org