Alexandria Alternate Trail Cleanup

1400 North Royal Street,Alexandria VA 22314

30 July, 2022

Description

The Friends of Mount Vernon Trail will be improving the trail on the MVT alternate route in Alexandria. We'll be removing vegetation growing into the trail and making it narrow. Volunteers may perform some of the following work: Using pruners and loppers to cut vegetationUsing hand saws to cut tree branchesHauling 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 pants (to prevent poison ivy)Where to Meet: The work area is in Belle Haven Park. We'll meet near the benches near the trail. See the image below for the meeting location. 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. Our 2022 trail events are sponsored by the National Landing Business Improvement District.