Early birds greet the first sunrise of the year at our second annual Hatsuhinode hike—an invigorating Japanese tradition led by Yoshiko Mori and Noel Hefele.
Where Should Your Tax Money Go?
NYC Council Member Justin Brannan wants to know where you think your tax dollars should be spent. Take a minute to fill out the survey and indicate NYC Parks as a top funding priority! Currently, the city allocates only 0.5% of its overall budget to fund parks. That’s why bathrooms close early, trash can’t get picked up, and popular programs (like early morning access) are not available at swimming pools.
Give 1% of the budget to Parks!
Woodlawn Wednesdays
January 8, 15, 22, 29 - Meet at 10am
Help restore the woodlands on the east side of Van Cortlandt Park where volunteers like you play a vital role in preserving this important urban ecosystem.
Meet at Woodlawn Playground.
Trail Work Thursdays
January 9, 16, 23, 30 - Meet at 10am
Blaze trails with us! Whether you’re an experienced trailblazer or new to trail maintenance, your help will make a significant impact to ensure trail safety for cross country runners and hikers.
Meet at VCPA Garden & Compost Site.
Forest Fridays
January 10, 17, 24, 31- Meet at 10am
Help restore Van Cortlandt Park’s vital Northwest forest by removing invasive plants like multiflora rose, bittersweet, and porcelain berry. Your efforts will create space for native plants to thrive and support long-term forest health.
Meet at VCPA Garden & Compost Site.
Mulchfest
Saturday, January 11 + Sunday, January 12 - 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 prior to Mulchfest. For more information about drop-off locations throughout the city, visit NYC Parks’ Mulchfest page. Event held 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.
Support Our Work in Van Cortlandt Park
NEW! TOUGH LOVE 2X2 RELAY RACE
Saturday, February 8 • From 10am
Brrr!! It’s cold out there. Are you tough enough to show your love for Van Cortlandt Park?
Join our pals at Van Cortlandt Track Club in supporting the park we love by helping to raise money to improve the cross country trail at this new two-person relay race.
Can't make it on February 8th but still want to support the trail? Select the virtual option and run with a friend or alone at any time from February 7 to 15.
Adult and kid-friendly races available!
Register Now!
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.
VCPA Merch Shop!
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!
Our Contact Information
Van Cortlandt Park Alliance
80 Van Cortlandt Park South, Ste. E1
Bronx, NY 10463
718-601-1460
http://vancortlandt.org
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