Help us Advocate for Increased Safety in the Park!
The Mayor’s office has proposed a James River Park System operating budget of a little over $1.1 Million for FY 23. It allows for the creation of a Park Ranger pilot program.
Did You Leave More than Footprints?
Folks, I am frustrated. It makes me sad to see that so many people that use the Park choose to leave behind permanent reminders of their presence in the form of graffiti.
And the Award for Best Richmond Asset Goes To…
We love the Park because of its beauty, the opportunity it affords for adventure, and what it teaches us. In dollars and cents, it’s as valuable as gold.
We’re Excited to Announce New Board Members!
As a small nonprofit organization, we rely very heavily on volunteers to make our work possible. Some of our strongest and most dedicated volunteers are our Board of Directors. We’re excited about welcoming some new faces!
A Fond Farewell from Bryce
As you all should know by now, Bryce Wilk is leaving the James River Park System for a position with Virginia State Parks. He shared some parting thoughts with us:
Invasive Species Awareness Week!
We’re always working to improve the experience for everyone who enjoys the James River Park System, and much of that work is fostering a healthy natural environment. This means working to reduce litter, providing proper access to the trails and the James River, and more. One of our more persistent and ongoing tasks is the […]
Help Us Advocate for Park Funding!
There are a few important pieces of legislation that the Friends would like to update you about. Most important to us are the proposed budget amendments to fund our Master Plan to the tune of $15 million per year for two years.
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.
Welcome new Superintendent and January ParkStar, Giles Garrison!
We have some pretty exciting news! We hope that you’ll join us in welcoming the new Superintendent of the James River Park System: Giles Garrison!
Happy Holidays Friends of the James River Park
As we wrap up 2021, it is important to reflect on all that you helped us achieve this year. We could not have done any of it without your support, and for that, we are extremely grateful.