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Forest Friday – Forest Restoration Volunteer in Van Cortlandt Park

Friday, December 5, 2025

10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Forest Friday - Northwest Forest

 

Remove invasive species from the Northwest Forest. Promote biodiversity, protect young trees, and maintain trails.

 

When: Fridays, 10 -1pm in December through March

Where: Van Cortlandt Park - VCPA Learning Garden (across from the Riverdale Stables)

What to bring: Long pants, closed-toe shoes, water

 

No experience needed - we provide tools, gloves, and teach forest ecology as we work.

 

Ages 15+ welcome.

Minors must have parents sign a volunteer waiver.

Limited to 30 volunteers. Groups of 6+ email noel@vancortlandt.org

Location

VCPA Garden & Compost Site in Van Cortlandt Park
Bronx
Directions to this location
Location Details:
across from Riverdale Stables

Cost

Free  

Registration

RSVP on Bloomerang

Event Organizer

Contact Email

noel@vancortlandt.org

Categories

Nature

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