Forest Fridays: Volunteer Forest Restoration at Van Cortlandt Park

Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for forest restoration along the southern section of the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail. We remove invasive bush honeysuckle and multiflora rose by hand so native trees, shrubs and wildflowers can come back. Dates include Fridays weekly from October 2nd - October 30th. Dates are 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, and 10/30. Meeting Details: Location: Classic Playground, Van Cortlandt Park South and Gouverneur Avenue. Meet at the public restroom building inside the playground. Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. What to Bring: Long sleeves, long pants and sturdy closed-toed shoesWater and a snackTools, gloves and guidance provided; no experience needed. Ages 15+ (minors need a signed waiver). Limited to 30 volunteers per session. Groups of 6 or more, please email noel@vancortlandt.org first.