Local parks are under attack by exotic and non-native plants that have been introduced into our area from habitats as far away as Asia and Europe. Outside of a managed lawn or garden, these plants grow very aggressively, and as they spread, they kill and displace the trees and other native species. Join the volunteers from RiP who help protect the native flora and fauna in our parks. Come learn which plants are a problem and how they negatively impact our park land and even threaten your own yard. Regularly Scheduled Monthly Events| For ages 9 to adult. If under 16 you must be accompanied by an adult throughout the event. We meet monthly at the locations listed below. If you have your own garden gloves and tools, please bring them along. Some supplies will be provided. Wear clothes you don't mind getting dirty, including long pants, long sleeves, sturdy shoes, and perhaps a hat. You may also want to bring along a reusable water bottle. For more information, email Sarah Archer or call 703-228-1862. | 
| First Saturdays @ Haley Park/Gunston Woods, 9 am - 11 am
June 1
Meet at Haley Park, 2400 S. Meade St.
Site Leader: Jennifer Frum | Second Saturdays @ Lacey Woods, 10 am - noon
June 8-canceled
Meet at the N. Frederick & 11th St N entrance., Arlington, VA 22205
Site Leader: Nora Palmatier | Second Sundays @ Gulf Branch Nature Center, 2 pm - 5 pm
June 9
Meet at the Nature Center, 3608 Military Road, Arlington, VA 22207
Site Leader: Jennifer Soles | Third Saturdays @ Tuckahoe Park, 10 am - noon
May 18, June 15
Meet at circle in front of Tuckahoe Elementary School near parking lot, 6550 26th St N, Arlington, VA 22205
Site Leader: Mary McLean | Third Sundays @ Long Branch Nature Center, 2 pm - 5 pm
May 19, June 16
Meet in parking lot of nature center, 625 S. Carlin Spring Rd, Arlington, VA 22204
Site leader: Steve Young | Fourth Saturdays @ Benjamin Banneker Park, 10 am - noon
May 25, June 22
Meet at foot bridge crossing Four Mile Run on far side of soccer field, parking is available by the Community Canine Area off of N Sycamore St & 16th St N Arlington, VA 22205
Site Leader: Eric Sword | | If your school, scout troop, business or other group would like to participate on a day or at a time not listed above, call 703-228-1862 to discuss opportunities for a special event. |
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RIP Volunteers
Jamestown Elementary Helping
Trees to Breathe Easier
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