Wetland Wednesdays: Phragmites Control and Native Planting at Van Cortlandt Park
New York City, NY · Bronx
Official information ↗- Date
- Wed, Oct 14, 2026 – Wed, Oct 21, 2026
- Local time
- Published sessions listed below; further dates may be available.
- Venue
- Van Cortlandt Golf House (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 restore the wetlands beside Van Cortlandt Lake. Volunteers remove invasive phragmites and may plant native willows or shrubs when plants are available. Tools, gloves and guidance are supplied. The activity is physical outdoor work, with age, waiver, group-size and registration conditions that should be checked before joining.
Age requirements: Ages 15+; minors require a signed waiver.
Contact the organizer for accessibility details.
Published dates & sessions
- Wed, Oct 14, 2026 · 9:00 AM EDT – 12:00 PM EDT Book this session ↗
- Wed, Oct 21, 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
Van Cortlandt Golf House (in Van Cortlandt Park), New York City, NY · Bronx
Open directions ↗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.
Plan your visit
Nearby options appear only when published data is available. Distances are straight-line miles, not driving times.
Sources & latest check
Checked 2026-10-12. Confirm details with the organizer before making plans.