PRESS RELEASE: Rivanna Trails Foundation––
Monthly Work Party, December 10–– RTF’s monthly work parties have recently been all about making, and remaking, connections on the Rivanna Trail loop – such as realigning the section north of Hydraulic and opening an entirely new link between Stribling and Sunset Avenues. This month’s work party is no exception, as we begin restoration of the trail segment that has been closed by construction of the Meadowcreek Parkway. The Parkway brings with it a paved multi-use trail that connects Melbourne Road to Rio Road, but we plan to reopen the original trail that runs along Meadow Creek from the Park Street bridge at Melbourne Road to the railroad culvert (although the crossing through the culvert remains closed at this time).
We will meet this Saturday, 12/10, at the RTF Tool Shed at 2030 Morton Drive at 8:45 to gather tools, then drive to Melbourne Road. From there, we’ll hike the new multi-use path to the creek, and work our way south along the original trail routing. Contact Robert LeHeup for more information.
Teddy Bear Hike – January 14
Dress yourself and your favorite stuffed friend or toy WARMLY for a fun-filled winter hike on the Rivanna Trail. Discover how our City forests help real animals stay warm in the winter. For kids of all ages and their families or caregivers. Event held rain or shine (or snow!).
Gather in Riverview Park for an 11:00 AM start time. For more information or to volunteer to help, please contact Diana Foster, dfoster@newventure.com.