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.
Universal Access at Huguenot Flatwater is Fully Funded!
Improving access to the James River within the James River Park System is a priority of the James River Outdoor Coalition (JROC). The James River Park System’s Huguenot Flatwater area is now one step closer to having a universally accessible access ramp!
My 2019 in Review
Since I’ve arrived in Richmond, my window overlooking the James River has shown me many great things and I’ve seen the wonderful opportunities the City has to offer. This past year or so has certainly given me much to reflect upon.
Uncovering a ParkStar
We recently took advantage of a wonderful Fall day to catch up with Catherine Farmer on Belle Isle.
She’s in charge of the Habitat Restoration Project there.
Encourage the city of RVA to Approve the James River Park Master Plan
The James River Park System Master Plan has been completed and the Friends of the James River Park’s next challenge is adoption of the plan by Richmond City Council so we can move forward with its implementation. This will be a two part process, starting with approval from Richmond’s Planning Commission. The Planning Commission […]
Read the Draft of the Master Plan and provide feedback here!
After much deliberation, the James River Park Master Plan has been drafted and ready for your comments and concerns. The ten year Master Plan provides milestones and specific goals and costs associated with Richmond’s most prized natural possession: The James River Park. Please join us in reviewing the draft, then take the survey to provide […]
Thank You for Joining Us for the Master Plan Draft Review
On the evening of Wednesday, July 17th, those behind the Master Plan will join with VHB and Hargreaves Associates to provide us with an overview of the Draft, and you’re invited.
It’s Starting to Look Like a Busy Summer!
Early Summer has been a busy time across the James River Park System for staff, volunteers, visitors, and even filmmakers!
Not Every ParkStar Wears a JRPS Uniform
Some of them are direct employees of the Park, but many of them are volunteers. They help with cleanups, invasive plant removal, trail-building, and more.
Ten Years of Conservation Easement and Other Milestones
In early June of 2009, we received a gift when city officials formally recorded a conservation easement on 280 acres of James River Park. Just this last week, the Capital Region Land Conservancy listed those 280 acres as part of the national Old-Growth Forest Network.