A 2023 Recap, and Hopes for ’24
As citizen stewards of the James River Park System, our tireless efforts throughout the year showcased a commitment to preservation, education, and community engagement.
Exciting News about Pump House!
A new grant will help to further numerous repairs at Pump House!
There’s More Than One Way to Show Your Support
This year we worked with nearly 60 different corporate groups to bring in more than 800 volunteers to help clean up litter, paint over graffiti, work on landscaping, and complete other projects in the Park.
Every Kid Deserves Adventure
Kevin Tobin, Owner of Passages Adventure Camp, shares some words about the Park, the Wood River Run, and the impact we have on kids.
Fantastic Fall Events!
Our inaugural Camera to Canvas was a huge success, and two upcoming events will keep the Park love flowing!
“Leave No Trace” is About More Than Trash
More than once recently we have been made aware of incidents where people have been harvesting rocks directly out of the river, and from other areas of the Park for commercial/artistic use. This is damaging to the Park, and a prime example of inconsiderate Park use.
Nothing Royal about Invasive Trees
It took decades for over twenty Ailanthus altissima and Paulownia tomentosa trees to tower over Riverside Drive and Buttermilk Trail west of the 42nd Street entrance to the James River Park System. But it took just four days to take them down and prevent regrowth of these two invasive tree species.
Meet our Newest ParkStar: Aimee Bushman!
For Aimee, becoming our newest ParkStar as the James River Park System’s Park Ranger Supervisor represents a sort of homecoming.
Slithery Park Friends
Recently someone shared a picture with me of a snake they encountered in the Park. They can be scary, and for the most part, I think that fear is rooted in a lack of knowledge.
Park Improvements and Updates
We recently hit some important milestones in our work to preserve, protect and enhance the Park!