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Van Cortlandt Park: Removal of Invasive and Bittersweet Plants with the Forest Restoration team

Saturday, December 1, 2012

11:00 a.m.2:00 p.m.

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Join us at the Van Cortlandt Park Nature Center to help remove bittersweet, an invasive plants spreading through the park.

All ages welcome. Students earn community service hours! Layers, shoes, long pants and long sleeves are highly recommended.

Sunshine only, please check the Facebook link below for up to the minute cancellations.

registation required email dennis.burton@parks.nyc.gov

 

Location

Van Cortlandt Nature Center in Van Cortlandt Park
Bronx
Directions to this location

Location Details:
Enter the Park at 246th Street & Broadway

Cost

Free  

Event Organizer

Van Cortlandt Forest Restoration Team, Van Cortlandt Park Conservancy

Contact Number

(718) 543-1429

Contact Email

dennis.burton@parks.nyc.gov

Categories

Nature, Gardening, Environmental Awareness, Volunteer

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ParkVan Cortlandt Park

The comfort station and maintenance building located at W. 242nd St. and Broadway is closed. This project will reconstruct the existing District Headquarters/Comfort Station, including the rehabilitation of the building exterior and roof. Enhancements include an ADA accessible ramp, new plumbing fixtures and accessories in the public restrooms and the staff restroom. Other work includes the upgrading of the ventilation system and lighting. Please pardon our appearance.
Anticipated Completion: Fall 2012

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