Kick off another Richmond Tree Week with a tree care day in Davee Gardens, a historic Southeast Richmond neighborhood! Meet other tree lovers, learn about events happening all week long, and help care for young trees. Let's celebrate reforesting Richmond for a 7th year!
This event is one of nine events hosted in South Richmond during Richmond Tree Week (Nov. 1-7). View the full schedule of events across the city at reforestrichmond.org.
What?
Volunteers will help rake, weed, and remulch trees to help them keep growing strong.
Anticipated Movement: This event may involve standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and lifting up to 10 pounds.
Tool Usage: Tools used at this event may include hand pruners, loppers, a cultivator, a pitchfork, a rake, a wheelbarrow, and gloves. We will provide all tools and gloves, but feel free to bring your own.
When?
Sunday, November 1, 2026
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. (2 hours)
Where?
Getting There: For driving instructions, enter 3412 Ryburn Rd into your GPS. Please carpool whenever possible. The nearest bus stop is #1426, Richmond Highway @ Ruffin.
Parking Instructions: Please park on the street near Ryburn Rd. and Deerwood Rd., where the tree care work will take place. Be respectful of neighbors and do not block mailboxes or driveways. No bike rack is available at this location.
Terrain and Access: We will use sidewalks along Ryburn Rd. to access the street trees. The grassy areas between sidewalks are mostly flat, with possible minor divots and uneven terrain. The grass may be very wet after rain.
Possible Hazards: In this outdoor environment, you may encounter stinging insects, high UV exposure, and adverse weather conditions. We will be in touch if we need to cancel or reschedule due to weather.
Site Amenities: This location offers shade/covered pavilion, seating, and paved sidewalks.
What should I bring?
Please wear closed-toed shoes and comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. We recommend long pants and a long-sleeved shirt to protect you from scrapes and insects. You may wish to wear a hat and sunglasses and bring bug repellent and sunscreen. Please bring a refillable water bottle and, if desired, a snack. We will also provide water and snacks.
Do I need to sign up?
Yes! Please sign up through CFengage. If you have any questions about this volunteer event, please email Lisa at lisa@southsidereleaf.org.
Accessibility & Participation
Southside ReLeaf is committed to making our programs and events accessible and welcoming to everyone, including children and families. If you need a disability-related accommodation, interpretation, translated materials, transportation support, child care support, dietary accommodation, or another form of assistance to participate and enjoy this event, please complete our Accessibility & Participation Support Request form.
We encourage you to submit requests at least 72 hours in advance, or as early as possible so we have time to make arrangements, but you may contact us at any time. If you have an urgent accessibility question about an upcoming event, you can also contact us at hello@southsidereleaf.org or 804-446-1029 (call or text).
About Richmond Tree Week
Richmond Tree Week (RTW) is an annual autumn event series that celebrates Richmond's urban forests, showcases the incredible urban greening efforts happening across our city, and reaffirms our commitment to expanding tree canopy and cooling down communities. Richmond Tree Week 2026 will take place citywide from Sunday, November 1st, through Saturday, November 7th, 2026. Enjoy a variety of free tree events, including volunteer plantings, tree giveaways, walking and biking tours, educational workshops, and socials.