Van Cortlandt Park Alliance - Welcome 2024 in Van Cortlandt Park!

 

Hatsuhinode (初日の出): New Year’s Day Sunrise Hike and Meditation

Monday, January 1 - Meet at 6:30am

Welcome the New Year with a serene sunrise hike in VCP on New Year's Day.

Embrace 2024 with hope and nature’s beauty.

Join us for a peaceful and reflective start to the New Year with the traditional Japanese Hatsuhinode, watching the first sunrise of the year. Led by Yoshiko Mori and Noel Hefele, this special walk embraces the beauty of new beginnings and nature’s awe-inspiring moments.

Dress for the weather. BYOHB (Bring your own hot beverage!)

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Meet at VCPA Garden & Compost Site.

 

Trail Work Wednesdays 

Every Wednesday in January - Meet at 10am

Miles of trails traverse the natural areas of Van Cortlandt Park, and they are in need of regular maintenance. Volunteers will assist with maintaining 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.

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Multiflora Rose Removal Volunteer Days

Every Friday in January - Meet at 10am

Saturday, January 20 - Meet at 10am 

Tackle the stubborn and pervasive multiflora rose in the Northwest Woods.

Together, our efforts will focus on uprooting this invasive species, clearing the way for native wetland biodiversity to thrive.

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Meet at VCPA Garden & Compost Site.

Mulchfest 

Saturday, January 6 and Sunday, January 7 - 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 starting December 26, 2023. For more information about drop-off locations throughout the city, visit NYC Parks’ Mulchfest page.

No RSVP required.

Drop off at 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.

 

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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