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11 people are interested
Union Farm Landscape Clean-Up
ORGANIZATION: Historic Site Volunteer Corps
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11 people are interested
The Historic Sites Volunteer Corps is looking for volunteers to help with a landscape clean-up on September 10th from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at historic Union Farm. This volunteer opportunity would be great for anyone interested in history, architecture, landscaping, gardening, and community outreach!
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About Historic Site Volunteer Corps
Location:
9601 Courthouse Road, Vienna, VA 22181, US
Mission Statement
Fairfax County Park Authority Resource Management Division Mission Statement We interpret and preserve Fairfax County's natural and cultural resources for the enjoyment, health and inspiration of current and future generations.
Description
Fairfax County Park Authority is fortunate to own and care for several historic houses, outbuildings, and surrounding landscape, but the needs are greater than the paid labor force can provide. The HSVC is designed to provide supervised and planned attention to the minor but crucial maintenance and repairs of those facilities and grounds by a group of concerned and knowledgeable volunteers. This group also serves as a presence for these unstaffed facilities to deter vandalism and unwanted activity.
- Replacing door and window trims, stair railings, siding, and other basic carpentry work.
- Painting of interior and exterior of buildings.
- Removing invasive and problem causing plants.
- Improving the landscape of the grounds.
- Building and replacing fences.
- Cleaning facilities in area of deterioration.
- Caulking and sealing areas for water protection.
- Documenting and reporting failing conditions.
- Checking on facilities and grounds periodically.
- Outreach at public events.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
9150 Union Farm RoadAlexandria, VA 22309
DATE POSTED
August 22, 2022
SKILLS
- Landscaping
- Gardening
- History
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 16
- Minimum age: 12 with parent supervision