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Winter Stream Life, February 18th

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Photo: Courtesy of Fairfax County Park Authority, E C Lawrence Park

Saturday, 02/18/2023
1:00-2:00 PM

ELLANOR C. LAWRENCE PARK LOCATION
Visitor Center & Amphitheater
5040 Walney Road
Chantilly, VA, 20151

Enrollment Fee: $8:00

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Explore Walney Creek with a naturalist to meet some of the small creek critters (macroinvertebrates) that call it home. Learn why so many different types of macroinvertebrates are active in winter streams. The naturalist will demonstrate winter collecting and participants can help pick, sort and learn to identify these magnificent critters.

Invasive Plant Identification Walk, April 9th

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Photo: Courtesy of the Fairfax County Park Authority

When: Saturday, 04/09/2022 10:00-11:30AM

Where: Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

5040 Walney Road
Chantilly, VA, 20151
Map of Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

Cost: $8.00

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Event Description:

Identify some Fairfax County’s common invasive plant species. Explore ways to lessen these plants around your home.

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park: Part-Time Assistant Resource Technician needed

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Agency: Park Authority
Job#: ELT-FCPA-19020
Salary: $10-13/hour
Hours: Up to 900 hrs./year. Hours vary. 15-30 hours per week. Some nights, weekends and holidays required. Note: This is a temporary seasonal position, March-November.

Duties:

Assists with maintenance of 600+ acres of natural and cultural resource based parkland including grounds and trails.
Assists with gardening of kitchen, orchard and landscape gardens.
Maintenance and Janitorial duties in public facilities.
Performs safety and security tasks.
Work with paid and volunteer staff on special projects.
Qualifications: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to high school graduation or a GED issued by a state Department of Education. Must be eligible to work in Virginia, possess a Social Security card, and have access to reliable transportation. Must be physically able to lift 50 pounds. Ability to spend extended periods of time standing, walking, and ability to traverse rough and uneven terrain to inspect remote park areas. Must be able to work in varying weather conditions.

Certificates and Licenses Required: Driver’s license with good driving record. First Aid/CPR/AED certification (provided by Fairfax County).

Note: *This position may not exceed 900 hours per calendar year.

To apply: Please email resumes to [email protected].