Invasive Removal in James River Park System

To register for this event, please visit this page.

The Organization:

The James River Park System (JRPS) consists of approximately 745 acres of forested land in the city of Richmond along the James River. In accordance with standards of the JRPS Natural Resource Management Plan, staff and volunteers work year-round to remove invasive plants and create opportunity for native species to thrive.

 

The Event:

Join the JRPS Invasive Species Management team in removing invasive plants and contributing to native habitat and biodiversity!

The type of activity and intensity depends on the season, weather, terrain, and other factors. Projects may include using one’s (gloved) hands to manually pull certain plants out of the soil, using hand pruners to cut small vines, or using loppers and handsaws to cut through large woody vines or shrubs. Staff will communicate details about each project to registered participants via email beforehand.

Work may include light, moderate, or heavy physical exertion.

In addition to the types of projects listed above, physical activities include hiking uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, and squatting.

Tools, work gloves, instructions, and supervision will be provided by JRPS staff.

 

Volunteer Responsibilities:

* Register to participate and receive updates about event.

* Arrive by the start time, and stay until the end of event.

* Wear long sleeves, long pants, socks and sturdy closed-toe shoes.

* Bring drinking water.

* Participants for this event must be age 18 years or older.

* In addition to the event description (above), physical activities also include hiking uneven terrain, bending, kneeling, and squatting. With questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the event coordinator prior to event.

* Volunteers who require Epinephrine (EpiPen) for insect stings are required to have it with them while volunteering.

* Experience isn’t necessary (But learning is!)

 

Hazards include but are not limited to: poison ivy, thorns, stinging insects, uneven terrain and weather conditions. Please prepare accordingly.

 

Location:

This event will take place within the James River Park System.  Specific location and directions will be shared via email with registered participants.

 

Additional Info:

Changes or cancellation of event will be communicated via email to registered participants.

If you register but then can’t participate, please cancel through the Community Foundation online calendar: https://www.cfengage.org/calendar

Please contact the opportunity coordinator with any questions.

Si hablas espanol envie un correo electrónico al coordinadora de oportunidades por favor.