Woodlawn Wednesdays: Volunteer Forest Restoration at Van Cortlandt Park
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
9:00 AM EST – 12:00 PM EST
Woodlawn Playground (in Van Cortlandt Park)
Woodlawn Playground (in Van Cortlandt Park), New York, NY
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About this event
Dates are 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, and 12/16. Help restore the forest on the east side of Van Cortlandt Park by removing invasive plants around the young native trees regenerating there. Meet at Woodlawn Playground by the big tree outside the handball courts at 9:00 AM; we walk in together. Tools, gloves and guidance provided; no experience needed. Wear long sleeves, long pants and boots or sturdy shoes. Bring water. Sign up: https://volunteer.bloomerang.co/volunteer/#/join-party?k=koot8cmyrxtx16
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