A Beautiful Park Book! (Updated)
IMPORTANT UPDATE! Delivery of books is delayed due to a COVID-related issue at the printer.
If you’ve already purchased the book, check your email for updates on shipping and pick up dates which will be after the first week of January.
The original book pick up dates of 12/17 and 12/19 will be rescheduled.
Another Great Volunteer Day!
On November 7th, members of our Invasive Plant Task Force joined with some eager volunteers to tackle an area at Pony Pasture. The weather was perfect for a day of removing wintercreeper and a few other stragglers.
Giving Thanks for Our Park
We recently received some thoughts from our Environmental Educator, Tyler Twyford. We wanted to pass them along, because we certainly share them:
Introducing the New Friends of the James River Park Logo
While the mission of the Friends remains a constant, how we do this continues to evolve. To reflect the energy associated with this transformative stage, the Board decided to update and refresh our logo.
No Introduction Needed: ParkStar Katherine Mitchell
While not leaving the Friends of the James River Park, Katherine Mitchell’s term as our Board President has expired. She has been a constant presence as we created our Master Plan, which will guide our future.
Volunteer Days in the Park
Saturday, October 17th was a good day in the James River Park System and the City Of Richmond. It will be one of those days a Park Superintendent will look back on with a smile and as a reaffirmation as to all the good reasons a person chooses a career in parks.
A Bridge Far Enough
One of T. Tyler Potterfield’s goals was to connect more visitors to the James River Park. And the bridge named in his honor is a fitting example of that.
A Closer Look at The Pumphouse
We were very fortunate to hold our recent Board meeting INSIDE the Pumphouse, and take a look around.
Thank You, Unsung Park Stewards
With over 7 miles of river, annual visitation of 2 million people and growing, and over 600 acres, caring for the JRPS does not rest solely on the shoulders of the 5 full-time staff members. These are the unsung stewards.
The Teen Workforce Program – Hard at Work!
As Parks, Recreation & Community Facilities Teen Workforce participants complete their fourth week of projects across the City of Richmond’s three park districts and trail divisions, the visible results of each team’s work become clearer.