Opportunity Details
Habitat Restoration Event (Invasive Plant Removal)
The mission of Friends of Forest Hill Park is to encourage and safeguard responsible use and care of the Park in collaboration with the City of Richmond.
SEPTEMBER IS OUR ANNUAL DAVID RIDDERHOF MEMORIAL DAY OF SERVICE. WE WILL HAVE A LOT OF VOLUNTEERS, SO WE MAY BE DOING SOME ACTIVITIES IN ADDITION OT REMOVAL OF INVASIVES. YOU'RE INVITED TO STAY AFTERWARDS FOR FREE PIZZA FROM DAVINCI'S.
Event Description: We will pull/cut invasive non-native plants, much of it English ivy. These plants are removed because nvasive plants outcompete native plants, and native plants provide food, protection, and places to reproduce and live for native birds, insects, and mammals.
Time Commitment: Up to 2 hours. Please arrive BEFORE the start time.
What to Bring: Work gloves if you have them. No open-toed footwear due to possibility of poison ivy.
Weather: We will work unless there's severe weather or heavy rain.
IMPORTANT--LOCATION FOR SEPTEMBER ONLY: MEET AT PICNIC SHELTER #1 IN THE LARGE PARKING LOT LOCATED AT CORNER OF 42ND ST AND NEW KENT. IGNORE THE ADDRESS THAT WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU.
Location: Meet at the "Forest Hill Historic District" sign in the 3800 block of Forest Hill Ave. which is east of Roanoke St. traffic light. Closest parking is across F.H. Ave. on Brookside Rd.
Questions? 804-922-1288
Environment
Age Minimum (with Adult): 8+, Minimum Age:14+, Court Ordered Volunteer - Allowed
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