Help preserve vital habitat along the river by planting native trees in Bronx Park!
Meeting Location: Burke Avenue Bridge in Bronx Park
The Burke Ave Bridge is accessible via 2 entrances, Burke Ave and Rosewood Ave. The Rosewood Ave entrance offers bathroom facilities and water foundation. Only street parking available and hard to find.
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Access via Burke Avenue and Bronx Park East (40.871463, -73.870697) entrance, 11 minute walk from the 2 or 5 train – Burke ave stop. Once you get off Burke Ave stop, head West on Burke Ave, towards Olinville Ave, and walk for 3 blocks. Once you reach Bronx Blvd, take a right turn and continue walking for 1 block until you reach Rosewood ave. Safely cross Bronx Blvd into the park, then follow the main path taking 2 slight left turns, then 2 right turns, respectively. Continue the path until you reach Burke Ave Bridge.
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Access via Rosewood Ave (40.873236, -73.870496) entrance, a 7 minute walk from the 2 or 5 train – Burke ave stop. Once you get off Burke ave stop, head West on Burke ave for 3 blocks until you reach Bronx Blvd. Safely cross the street, and you’ll see the entrance. Upon entering, take the left set of stairs down until you see a triangle path. On the path, take a right turn and follow the path all the way through, no need to make any more turns when you reach any intersection.
Find us at the Burke ave Bridge with a table and tablecloth at 9:30am.
Please wear protective clothing that can get dirty (long pants and closed toed shoes), and bring a water bottle to stay hydrated. All planting materials and equipment will be provided.
 We can accommodate special request or needs. For more information, please contact jennifer.seda@bronxriver.org or call 718.542.4124
