Out with the Ivy on Buttermilk Trail
Since 2014 Anne Wright—along with students and volunteers—has been pulling English ivy vines from the forest floor along a section of the Buttermilk Trail west of the 42nd Street parking lot.
Amur Honeysuckle is NOT for the Birds!
As with other invasive species, research shows that mature thickets of Amur honeysuckle change soil chemistry, favoring increased spread of invasive species. And that’s just the beginning.
Meet ParkStar Laura Greenleaf!
Laura Greenleaf is a Certified Virginia Master Naturalist and the co-founder of our Invasive Plant Task Force. Thanks to her work (and the work of our many volunteers!) we can uproot nuisance plants and allow our native plants to thrive!
Do You Make a Difference?
There’s a quote out there about the power of a group. It alludes to the fact that one person doing something small may not make a difference, but a lot of people, each doing that small thing, can exact a colossal change.
Help the Invasive Plant Task Force Stop Japanese Knotweed
Many of the invasive plant species occurring in the park established themselves decades ago and others are rapidly catching up. In the case of newcomers, we have the chance to intervene—so long as we recognize the threat.
Join Our Team!
The James River Park System is seeking a part time Invasive Species Coordinator to lead volunteers in Native Habitat Restoration.
