Forest Fridays: Volunteer Forest Restoration at Van Cortlandt Park
New York City, NY · Bronx
Official information ↗- Date
- Fri, Oct 16, 2026 – Fri, Oct 23, 2026
- Local time
- Published sessions listed below; further dates may be available.
- Venue
- Van Cortlandt Classic Playground (in Van Cortlandt Park)
- Admission
- Free admission
Multiple sessions. This groups separate published sessions, not continuous daily opening. The official feed covers a limited future window.
About this event
Help the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance restore forest habitat near the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail. Volunteers remove invasive plants so native vegetation can recover. Guidance, gloves and tools are supplied. Sign up for the date you intend to attend and check the minimum age and waiver requirements.
Registration & participation: Meet at the playground restroom building. Maximum 30 volunteers; groups of six or more must arrange in advance.
Age requirements: Ages 15+; minors require a signed waiver.
Contact the organizer for accessibility details.
Duration: Published session length: 180 minutes.
Published dates & sessions
- Fri, Oct 16, 2026 · 9:00 AM EDT – 12:00 PM EDT Book this session ↗
- Fri, Oct 23, 2026 · 9:00 AM EDT – 12:00 PM EDT Book this session ↗
This is a partial schedule. Other sessions may be available in the organizer calendar.
Getting there
Classic Playground, Van Cortlandt Park South and Gouverneur Avenue, Bronx, New York City, NY · Bronx
Open directions ↗Map location: First location point published by NYC Parks; not a guaranteed accessible entrance.
Before you go
Wear long sleeves, long trousers and sturdy closed-toe footwear; bring water and a snack. Tools, gloves and guidance are provided. Capacity is limited; arrange groups of six or more with the organizer.
Event contact
Email: noel@vancortlandt.org
Sources & latest check
Checked 2026-10-12. Session feed checked 2026-10-13. Admission and visitor details updated 2026-10-13. Confirm details with the organizer before making plans.