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Find a Cleanup Near You!
Find a Cleanup Near You!
Join Friends of Holmes Run as we clean up our watershed from the headwaters to the Potomac River. Each spring, we support multiple site cleanups along Holmes Run in coordination with local site leaders and community groups. Interested in scheduling a cleanup at another time of year? Contact friendsofholmesrun@gmail.com for assistance.
Please check this page frequently for the most up-to-date information. Unless otherwise noted, all cleanups are public and all ages (with parent oversight for children under 12). Gloves and bags will be provided.
Please check this page frequently for the most up-to-date information. Unless otherwise noted, all cleanups are public and all ages (with parent oversight for children under 12). Gloves and bags will be provided.
Sat., Mar. 29 2025
Sat., Mar. 29 2025
Luria Park Cleanup
10-noon
3316 Hartwell Ct., Falls Church, VA 22042. Join us as we tackle litter in the stream/woods around this beloved local park. Sponsored by Raymondale and Holmes Run Acres civic associations. RSVP: gottliebjc101@gmail.com
Sat., Apr. 5, 2025
Sat., Apr. 5, 2025
Roundtree Park Cleanup
9 AM - noon
3320 Annandale Rd., Falls Church, VA. Meet at picnic shelter. All are welcome! Organized by Fairfax County Park Authority and The Nature Conservancy. Sign up here.
Sat., Apr. 12, 2025
Sat., Apr. 12, 2025
Fairview Lake Cleanup
9:30 AM - noon
New Providence Dr., West Falls Church, VA 22042. Meet at the tennis courts; street parking. Spend a morning helping to clear litter from the shoreline of this lake just off Fairview Park Dr. A Trash bags and gloves will be provided. A limited supply of grabbers also available. Sponsored by Lakeford Community Assn. RSVP to wsmith66@cox.net.
Dora Kelley Nature Park Cleanup
9 AM - noon
North Chambliss St. & Holmes Run Parkway, Alexandria, VA. Help clean this park and trail where Holmes Run enters the City of Alexandria. Get supplies at any of three entrances to the park. Rain date: Sunday 4/13. Sponsored by Friends of Dora Kelley Nature Park, Buddie Ford Nature Center, Seminary West Civic Association and Friends of Holmes Run. More info here.
Sat., Apr. 26, 2025
Sat., Apr. 26, 2025
Holmes Run II Trail Cleanup
10 AM - 12:30 PM
Meet at the Holmes Run II Trailhead at Slade Run Dr. and Rose Ln., Falls Church, VA 22042. Hot dogs, chips and drinks to follow. Sponsored by Holmes Run Valley Civic Association. RSVP: DebbieHR15@gmail.com
Sat., May 3, 2025
Sat., May 3, 2025
Upper Holmes Run Cleanup
9:30-11 AM
7900 Route 29, Falls Church, VA. Help clean the trail and stream between Shreve Rd and Jefferson District Park! Meet at the trailhead southwest of tennis courts of Jefferson District Park. Wear long sleeves/pants and close-toed shoes. RSVP: KnechtJoe@yahoo.com
Holmes Run III Cleanup
10-noon
Service road at 6100-6200 block of Columbia Pike, Falls Church, 22041. From eastbound Columbia Pike, take a sharp right turn 0.4 miles past Aqua Terrace onto the park service road, just before Powell Lane. Park along service road, which leads down to the trailhead. Sponsored by Inova & Friends of Holmes Run. RSVP: whitney@friendsofholmesrun.org
Volunteer for a Cleanup
Volunteer for a Cleanup
Your watershed needs you!
Most trash in our streams started out as litter in streets, trails, sidewalks and parking lots. Wind and rain sweep the litter into storm drains, which feed into the creeks.
Volunteers are encouraged to dress appropriately for walking in the woods, with long sleeves, long pants, and sturdy footwear. If you have them, wading gear, grab sticks, and rakes also help, since much of the trash is in the water. We will supply bags and gloves.
Although it is not always necessary to pre-register as a volunteer, we appreciate advance notice when possible, to ensure adequate supplies. Contact the site leader directly, indicate how many volunteers you will be bringing, and if you are an FCPS student seeking service hours. Questions? Contact: friendsofholmesrun@gmail.com
Host a Cleanup Site
Host a Cleanup Site
Know of another site along Holmes Run watershed that could really use some litter control? Consider organizing a site cleanup!
Site Leaders receive support from Friends of Holmes Run. We can help you obtain any necessary permissions, volunteers, training and free supplies.
Contact friendsofholmesrun@gmail.com to get started.
Trash removed from a cleanup.
Friends of Holmes Run clean-ups are offered in April as part of the regional Annual Potomac Watershed Cleanup. Find out more HERE.
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