Fridays - Meet at 9am
With 640 acres of urban woodland, Van Cortlandt Park could use your help!
This month, we are focusing on the floodplain forest and Tibbetts Wetland in the park.
Meet in front of the Van Cortlandt Golf House.
Volunteer Clean Up Day
Tuesday, September 5, meeting at 9am
Summer holidays bring lots of visitors to the park.
Volunteers are needed to help park staff tidy up.
This week, lend a hand after Labor Day weekend!
We provide gloves and materials to help keep this park in tip-top shape.
You provide can-do spirit and sturdy shoes for walking!
Meet in front of the Van Cortlandt Golf House.
Trail Work Wednesdays
Wednesdays - Meet at 9am
Miles of trails traverse the natural areas of Van Cortlandt Park, and they are in need of regular maintenance. Volunteers will assist staff on maintenance of the cross country course and other trails throughout the park. Work includes waterbar and checkstep maintenance, corridor clearing, raking, etc. Wear closed-toe shoes and long pants; bring water and a snack.
Meet at VCPA Garden & Compost Site.
Wetland Planting Days
Thursday, September 7 + Saturday, September 9 - Meet at 9am
Join VCPA and Manhattan College for an immersive, hands-on experience in nature conservation improving a section of wetlands in Van Cortlandt Park. We have been eradicating invasive species at the site and now we are ready to plant.
Meet in front of the Van Cortlandt Golf House.
Garden Tune Up Tuesdays
Tuesdays, September 12 + 26, 10am to 1pm
Let’s tend to our growing veggies together.
Volunteers are needed for maintaining the compost bins, weeding, planting, and building garden beds.
Meet at VCPA Garden and Compost Site.
Support Our Work in Van Cortlandt Park
Hike-toberfest 2023
Saturday, October 21
Hike in the park followed by a classic Oktoberfest celebration, complete with local beer, German food, live music, lawn games, and more.
Make a Donation
The park is really big. Our staff is really small. Only with your help can we grow our capacity, hire more staff, and take on projects to improve Van Cortlandt Park… for YOU! Please consider a gift to Van Cortlandt Park Alliance today.
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Our Contact Information
Van Cortlandt Park Alliance
80 Van Cortlandt Park South, Ste. E1
Bronx, NY 10463
718-601-1460
http://vancortlandt.org
Van Cortlandt Park Alliance
80 Van Cortlandt Park South, Ste. E1
Bronx, NY 10463
718-601-1460
http://vancortlandt.org
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