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Trail Work Thursdays
Thursdays, December 4, 11, 18 - Meet at 9am
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 runners and hikers.
Meet at VCPA Learning Garden
Forest Fridays
Fridays, December 5, 12, 19 - Meet at 9am
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 Learning Garden
Birding with NYC Bird Alliance
Saturday, December 6 - meet at 9am
Explore Van Cortlandt Park’s ecologically diverse grounds and celebrate a long tradition of birding in the park. Each walk will be led by a NYC Bird Alliance guide.
Van Cortlandt Nature Center
Woodlawn Wednesdays
Wednesdays, December 10, 17 - Meet at 10am
We are bringing a few Wednesdays back to Woodlawn! Tackle harmful plants like multiflora rose, bush honeysuckle, bittersweet, and Japanese angelica trees that threaten our native biodiversity in the northeast forest.
Meet at Woodlawn Playground
End of Autumn Hike in the Park
Saturday, December 13 at 10am
This guided nature hike is the perfect way to spend your day before the snowy winter settles in. Hike through peaceful trails, enjoy the last bit of leaves falling to the ground, and reconnect with the outdoors during this calm, beautiful transition into winter.
Learning Garde
Winter Wreath Workshop
Saturday, December 13 from 11am to 2pm
After a short hike in the park to pull and collect invasives like bittersweet, you’ll mold the twisted woody vine into a wreath, ready to decorate with a mix of festive natural and artificial materials. This DIY workshop is perfect for environmental enthusiasts, craft-lovers, and anyone who wants to spread festive cheer!
General Admission (age 17+): $25
Junior Admission (age 10 -16): $15
Junior Admission ticket holders must be accompanied by an adult with a GA ticket.
Van Cortlandt Golf House
Van Cortlandt Nature Group Walks
Sunday, December 14 at 10am meets in front of Nature Center
Wednesday, December 17 at 2pm meets in Riverdale Stables parking lot
Take a slow walk in the park and learn about local flora and fauna with naturalist Debbi Dolan. Debbi has a wealth of knowledge about nature, plants, and wildlife that she enjoys sharing.
Welcoming Winter: A Family Nature Hike
Sunday, December 21 at 10:30am
In this free, guided hike, families can hit the trails while learning about amazing local plants and animals, and how the park changes in the colder weather.
Afterwards, join us for a nature craft and themed activities!
Van Cortlandt Golf House
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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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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