Upcoming Events

Currently, the next planned Rescue Reston event is the big one – Wednesday, September 25, 2013 at 9 a.m. for the Board of Zoning Appeals Hearing (full information to the right of this text). We’re working on planning additional venues where Rescuers can meet to keep our bond strong, we’ll post information once planning is complete. We’ve listed a couple of  upcoming RA sponsored volunteer events where you can make an impact to improve Reston’s open space areas. These are not organized Rescue Reston events, we’re posting to keep you informed of additional open space related volunteer opportunities in the area. Hope to see some bright yellow t-shirts in Reston Patch’s coverage!

Help RA Eliminate Invasive Garlic Mustard

Saturday, May 25, 2013. 10 a.m.-Noon

Help restore Reston’s natural areas by pulling Garlic Mustard. Garlic Mustard is a non-native, invasive plant that spreads by seed. Each plant can produce hundreds of seeds, spreading quickly into the natural areas and altering the soil chemistry. Volunteers will meet at the sign for Lake Anne Elementary School. Parking is available along North Shore Drive and volunteers will follow the path behind the school. Look for the RA truck on the pathway if you miss RA Staff at the parking lot.

Visit RA’s Natural Resource Environmental Opportunities page for a full schedule of upcoming events.

Lake Thoreau and Lake Anne Cleanups

Saturday, June 1, 2013. 10 a.m.-Noon at Lake Thoreau and Lake Anne

This volunteer event is held in conjunction with the 25th Annual Clean the Bay Day 2013. Join fellow boaters and lake enthusiasts on Saturday, June 1st for the 7th annual Lake Cleanup. RA is looking for volunteers to get on their boats and to walk the shorelines of each lake to collect as much trash as possible. Supplies will be available at each lake. When You Pitch In, Reston Lakes Win. For more information or to volunteer, contact Ha Brock, RA volunteer & community outreach coordinator, at (Enable Javascript to see the email address) or 703-435-7986.

Visit RA’s Natural Resource Environmental Opportunities page for a full schedule of upcoming events.

Past Events

Spring into Action Event a Great Success

Sunday, May 5, 2013. 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Rescue Reston supporters enjoyed the Spring into Action Event last evening May 5, 2013 at Hidden Creek Country Club. Attendees feasted on BBQ, bid on auction items, and enjoyed the music of the Bank Street Band. Thanks to all who supported this great event, we’ll add more information and event pictures soon.