Opportunity Details
RVA Green Drinks Habitat Restoration
The Organization:
The James River Park System consists of approximately 600 acres of forested land in the city of Richmond along the James River. Staff and volunteers work year-round to remove invasive plants and create opportunity for native species to thrive.
Event Description:
RVA Green Drinks members and guests are invited to join JRPS to remove invasive plant species along the Buttermilk Trail near park headquarters. We will meet at the main parking lot before walking to our worksite. At this time of year, we usually focus on manual removal of invasive vines from the ground and trees before our native spring ephemerals emerge. Tools and training will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own work gloves if available! Parking can be limited, participants are encouraged to car-pool and arrive a little early in case the lot is full. Street parking can be found in Forest Hill Neighborhood, additional parking is available at the 42nd Street lot, approximately 5 minute walk away.
Volunteer Responsibilities:
*Register to participate and receive updates about event.
*Arrive by listed start time.
*Wear long sleeves, long pants, socks and sturdy closed-toe shoes.
*Bring drinking water.
*Return a completed Youth Waiver Form if under 18 years old: drive.google.com/file/d/1oYoePBW1rKvtB8XSALpbDmXVKTPynRMJ/
*Experience isn't necessary. But learning is!
*Volunteer attendance will be verified online. If volunteers need written attendance, volunteers must bring their own volunteer log: drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1yqGoIM0PUP_iWTGLYFwxlnWqirvhRuR7
Hazards include but are not limited to: poison ivy, thorns, stinging insects, uneven terrain and weather conditions. Please prepare accordingly.
Location:
We will meet at 4001 Riverside Drive, the main entrance of our park system, for orientation before walking to our worksite for the day.
Additional Info:
This location does have a water fountain and port-a-potty.
Changes or cancellation of event will be communicated to registrants via email.
If you register but then can't participate, please cancel through the Community Foundation online calendar: www.cfengage.org/calendar
Environment
Age Minimum (with Adult): 16+, Minimum Age:18+
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