Opportunity Details
Invasive Plant Removal (free-a-tree) at Huguenot Flatwater
Help Restore Healthy Habitat in the James River Park System by Controlling Invasive Plants!
Invasive plants are the greatest threat to healthy natural communities that can support diverse wildlife in the park system. James River Park System invasive management staff partner with the JRPS Invasive Plant Task Force to focus and prioritize areas and goals for reducing the harmful impact of invasive plants. Volunteers are the backbone of this work much of the year.
What we're doing:
We will get our hands dirty removing invasive plants from the park. We use pruners, and saws to remove invasive vines (free-a-tree) and shrubs. Tools and work gloves provided by JRPS. You must show up on time for orientation and dress according to guidelines (below).
Volunteers need to:
- Register to participate
- Arrive 5 minutes before 9:00 am
- Wear long sleeves, long pants, socks and sturdy closed-toe shoes
(Bring layers for the cold, the wind on the river is chilly!) - Bring drinking water
- Be ready to get dirty
- Return a completed Youth Waiver Form if under 18 years old.
- Hazards include but are not limited to: poison ivy and thorns. Please prepare accordingly.
Volunteers expected to participate in the full event.
Where to meet:
- Meet in the small gravel parking lot on Riverside Dr. across from Oxford Parkway. This is east of the Huguenot bridge and main Huguenot Flatwater entrance off Southampton.
- Look for a white City of Richmond/Parks truck
- If you are having trouble finding the team, please reach out to Em at 214-263-6744
To Note:
- There is no bathroom facility or running water at this park.
- If you register but can't participate, please cancel through the CFEngage so your spot will open to other volunteers.
- Event Cancellations will be communicated via email at least 1 hour prior to start time.
- Please contact the opportunity coordinator with any questions.
Para espanol envie un correo electronico al coordinadora de oportunidades por favor.
Environment
Age Minimum (with Adult): 16+, Minimum Age:18+, Court Ordered Volunteer - Allowed
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