Saturday, February 3, 2024

Van Cortlandt Park Alliance - Spend February in Your Favorite Park!


Floodplain Fridays
Every Friday in February - Meet at 10am

PLUS: Thursdays, February 22 & 29 - Meet at 10am
We're tackling the invasive Phragmites to make way for a more diverse ecosystem. 

By cutting these reeds before the spring nesting season, we help push back against a monoculture and work toward maintaining a healthy balance in the wetland.

Meet at the southern end of the Van Cortlandt Golf House.
Trail Work Wednesdays
Every Wednesday in February - 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 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.

 

Canine Court Volunteer Clean Up!
Sunday, February 11 - 10am to 12pm
Canine Court dog run needs some TLC! Join us for a morning of cleaning to spruce up the space to keep our furry friends’ tails wagging.
Canine Court- Broadway and W. 252nd Street.
Can't make it but want to become a Dog Run Volunteer - sign up here.

 

Cozy Winter Craft-ernoon
Thursday, February 22 - 1pm to 3pm

Craft a snowy tree creation made of real branches and fashion your own fancy snowman wall hanging! Or just color and warm up with some hot chocolate and sweets!

This program is open to children of ages 3-12 and their parents/caregivers.
All materials will be provided.

No RSVP Required for this FREE event.

Event will be held in Community Room 9 on Gale Place just past the intersection with Orloff Avenue in the Amalgamated Houses.

 

Bronx Parks Speak Up
Saturday, February 24 - 11am-5pm
Join us at Bronx Coalition for Park and Green Spaces’ 30th Annual Bronx Park Speak Up.
Theme: A Conference on Parkland in the Bronx –> 30 Years Later
Location: Lehman College Faculty Dining Room, Music Building.

Visit the BCPGS website for more details.

 

Support Our Work in Van Cortlandt Park
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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Show your love for Van Cortlandt Park while supporting the Alliance!

Become a Member
Members get VCPA merch and invitations to member only hikes while supporting their favorite park!

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