Some Exciting Fiscal News
Between our time in the Park for work, and our time in the Park for fun, we found time to put together and approve our FY 24 budget. Together we will have raised and spent more than $600,000 towards our work to protect, expand, and enhance the Park.
Watch the Water
A friend sent us a video he saw a few days ago. It shows a group of kayakers out for a leisurely paddle when things go horribly wrong.
An Earth Day Request
This Earth Day, we are asking you to join us in our work to protect, expand, and enhance the JRPS by making a donation.
Thank You for a Great Wood River Run!
This weekend about 200 of you joined us at our second iteration of the Wood River Run 5K at Pony Pasture Park. It was nice to catch up with some of you that day and we really appreciate the extra support.
We Have a New River Safety Program!
The WRIC River Watch program, sponsored by Friends of the James River Park, is designed to help spread awareness about river conditions and give Richmonders the tools they need to make good decisions about when and how to recreate on the James.
Support Park Funding!
While we have been hard at work prepping for our upcoming projects, the Mayor has proposed $1,000,000 for Master Plan implementation as part of Richmond’s budget for next year.
Wildflower Walk and Invasive Plant Removal at Ancarrow’s Landing
Celebrate the close of Richmond’s first Invasive Species Awareness Month by joining a special volunteer event at Ancarrow’s Landing on March 31st.
Exciting Projects in the Park
At our monthly meeting last week, the Board of Directors approved spending a little over $75,000 to support two projects in the Park. Your donated dollars are being used in conjunction with City funding.
Maggie & Walker the Ospreys are BACK!
Our friends Maggie and Walker the Osprey have returned once again to their nesting site on the James River. We even upgraded the camera this year!
It’s Invasive Species Awareness Week!
March 5 – 11 is Invasive Species Awareness Week! Our Invasive Species Task Force has a week’s worth of events – both opportunities to volunteer and educational talks!