Wetland Wednesdays: Phragmites Control and Native Planting at Van Cortlandt Park
October 14, 2026 · 9 AM
Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx
A 9 a.m.–noon volunteer wetland restoration session along Van Cortlandt Lake, cutting invasive phragmites and planting native species as available, with equipment and beginner training provided.
Cut invasive reeds and plant native willows and shrubs as plants arrive, with tools and training provided; ages 15+ only, minors need a signed waiver, and groups of six or more must email first.
Join the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance for hands-on wetland restoration along Van Cortlandt Lake. We cut back invasive phragmites (common reed) that crowds out native wetland plants and, as plants arrive, plant native willows and shrubs at the restoration sites. Dates include Wednesdays weekly from October 7th - October 28th. Dates are 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, and 10/28. Meeting Details: Location: Van Cortlandt Golf House. Meet outside the VCPA offices next to the bathrooms. Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. What to Bring: Long sleeves, long pants and boots (phragmites stems are sharp and the ground is wet) Water and a snack Tools, gloves and training 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.