Crystal City Connector Cleanup

1601 Crystal Drive,Arlington VA 22202

18 December, 2021

Description

Volunteers will remove overgrown vegetation, remove fallen limbs and remove mud and leaves from the trail. The Friends of Mount Vernon Trail will be improving the trail near the Crystal City Connector in Arlington. Volunteers may perform some of the following work: Using pruners and loppers to cut vegetationUsing hand saws to cut tree branchesUsing shovels to remove overgrown vegetation and mud from the trail edgeSweeping or using a leaf blowerHauling away vegetation and fallen tree branchesPicking up trashWhat to Bring: WaterGloves (We'll have some to borrow)Pruners or loppers (We'll have some to borrow)Long sleeves and long pantsWhere to Meet: The work area is on the Mount Vernon Trail on the Crystal City Connector. See the picture below. COVID Safety Precautions: We follow current CDC guidanceWork will be performed outside with room to socially distanceSupport our Work: We're raising funds to continue to improve the Mount Vernon Trail. Donate to keep our volunteers equipped with tools and supplies at Donate to Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail. Photo and Liability Waiver: By registering to volunteer, you're agreeing to our Photo Release and Liability Waiver. The Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail works to maintain and improve the Mount Vernon Trail and promote its safe use.