Trash and Vegetation Removal North of Four Mile Run
Schedule
Sat Feb 21 2026 at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
This is only a placeholder location, see event description for exact meeting spot | Arlington, VA
About this Event
The Friends of Mount Vernon Trail will be improving the trail north of the intersection of Four Mile Run trail with the Mount Vernon Trail. We'll be removing trash and invasive honeysuckle growing into the trail.
Volunteers may perform some of the following work:
- Using pruners and loppers to cut vegetation
- Using hand saws to cut branches
- Hauling away vegetation and fallen tree branches
- Picking up trash
What to Bring:
- Water
- Gloves (We'll have some to borrow)
- Long sleeves and long pants (to prevent poison ivy)
Where to Meet:
See the picture below of where to meet on the trail. The work area is at the intersection of the Mount Vernon Trail and Four Mile Run NORTH of bridge. See the image below for the meeting location.
Google map location meet here
Google street view meet here
Parking: There is street parking along Potomac Avenue and then take Four Mile Run Trail to the meeting spot. View directions here
Group Volunteering:
We welcome groups to come volunteer at our events. If you plan on having more than 10 people come on a particular weekend, just let us know via email ([email protected]) no less than one week prior to the day of the event. It is critical that you reach out and ensure everyone volunteering with your group registers through this EventBrite link so we can better plan work scope, prepare supplies, and promote your group’s attendance on social media. You can read more about group volunteering on our website here.
Support 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.
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Photo and Liability Waiver:
By registering to volunteer, you're agreeing to our Photo Release and Liability Waiver.
Where is it happening?
This is only a placeholder location, see event description for exact meeting spot, 3920 Potomac Avenue, Arlington, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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