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🌿 Hike these accessible trails

Take an accessible hike on one of these trails in Richmond
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The Capital Trail runs from Jamestown to Richmond. | Photo by RICtoday
The outdoors are for everybody — and there are plenty of hikes in our area that are friendly to wheelchairs, strollers, and other mobility aids. Get some fresh air on three of our favorite accessible trails.

Virginia Capital Trail

Explore this fully-paved trail that runs from the City of Richmond through Henrico, Charles City, and James City Counties. Pro tip: Richmonders can find easy access points at Great Shiplock Park and Dorey Park. Check out the Virginia Capital Trail’s planned itineraries, which include a 2.4 mile trip from Great Shiplock Park to Rocketts Landing and back.

Bryan Park Trails

This 1.9-mile loop is perfect for birding or just taking in the outdoorsy vibe. Plus, take a self-guided tour of the park and its historical sites. We recommend parking at the Bellevue Avenue lot where there is a designated accessible parking spot.

Cannon Creek Greenway

This 1.9-mile trail winds through the woods and is completely paved. Be aware: The trail isn’t completely flat (at an average grade of 8%) and has a steep section at the at 0.8-mile mark. So expect a workout or recruit some help.

What’s your go-to wheelchair-accessible trail? Let us know where we should explore next.

If you’re hunting for more hikes, we’ve got you. Check out our full guide to local hiking by clicking the button below.
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Events
Friday, July 21
  • “The Shawshank Redemption” | Friday, July 21 | 7 p.m. | The Byrd Theatre, 2908 W. Cary St., Richmond | $8 | Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins star in this film based on the novella by Stephen King.
  • “Something Rotten” | Friday, July 21-Sunday, July 23 | 8 p.m. | Dogwood Dell, 600 S. Arthur Ashe Blvd., Richmond | Free | Bring a picnic blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the first weekend of this free musical comedy performance.
Saturday, July 22
  • RVA Outdoor Flea Market | Saturday, July 22 | 8 a.m.-3 p.m. | Odd Balls Collectibles & Claire’s Antiques, 7580 W. Broad St., Richmond | Free entry | Shop from 170+ vendors at this indoor-outdoor sale and remember to bring cash.
  • Poptails | Saturday, July 22 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | James River Cellars Winery, 11008 Washington Hwy., Glen Allen | Cost of purchase | Enjoy a glass of wine paired with a refreshing popsicle at this collaboration between the winery and King of Pops.
  • Skydog: An Allman Brothers Tribute | Saturday, July 22 | 7 p.m. | The Ashland Theatre, 205 England St., Richmond | $25-$45 | Midnight riders and ramblin’ men are welcome at this tribute show.
Sunday, July 23
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News Notes
Civic
  • Acting police chief Rick Edwards will become the official head of RPD. He’ll be sworn in on Monday, July 24 at 3 p.m. at City Hall. The city has been looking to fill the position since October, when former chief Gerald Smith resigned. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Edu
  • Two RPS Elementary Schools will start the new school year on Monday, July 24. Cardinal and Fairfield Court are part of the RPS200 pilot program, which adds 20 days of instruction to the academic calendar.
Development
  • Over 250 income-based apartments are planned on 10 acres near the intersection of Walmsley and Broad Rock boulevards. The developers behind the project, Crescent Development and Spy Rock Real Estate, need zoning approval from City Council to move forward. (Richmond BizSense)
Sports
  • Cheer on the US women’s national soccer team tonight at City Stadium as they take on Vietnam in their first match of the World Cup. Admission is free, but you’ll need to reserve a ticket. Happy hour starts at 7 p.m.; kickoff is at 9 p.m.
Community
  • Venture Richmond is expanding its Downtown Service District south of the river to include Manchester. The public-private partnership is funded by grants and property owners within the district. Since the launch, the Clean and Safe Program — which removes trash and weeds from sidewalks — has been expanded.
Stat
  • 35%. That’s how much the hourly wage for cleaners at VCU will increase under the first union contract. Pay will go from $12 to $16.30 an hour, with raises ensured for the next three years, reduced health insurance premiums, and 12 more paid days off per year. (VPM)
Family
  • Today is the grand opening of Waterway in the Children’s Garden at Lewis Ginter. The revamped water feature now offers an educational experience in addition to refreshing fun. It’ll be open daily from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. when temperatures are 70 degrees or higher.
Outdoors
  • Fonticello Park is looking for volunteers to get their hands dirty at a community work day on Saturday, July 29 at 10 a.m. The group will be prepping land for the installation of a native meadow and removing invasive plants from the pollinator garden. Email to RSVP.
Cause
  • Local group Dreamers Academy Foundation is hosting a school supply drive for students and teachers at Blackwell Elementary School. Drop off donations at several locations including Benchtop Brewing Company, Pig & Brew, and Iron Clad Sports Bar.
Announced
  • Congratulations to Kristen K. and Stan M., the winners of our referral program giveaway. Did you know you can be rewarded for spreading the word about the newsletter? You can look forward to special items such as hats, mugs, and more. Find the referral section above The Wrap each day.
Community
  • Cast your vote to help Feed More name the newest member of the fleet. The big, green bus has been on the road delivering fresh fruits, veggies + more to kids and teens in our region. Voting ends July 31 with the winning name announced in early August. Vote for your fave name.*
Home
  • If you’re like us, you rely on your HVAC to keep you cool in the summer. Learn five tips from the experts at Woodfin - Your Home Team that will help you stay sweat-free this season (or identify when it’s time to replace your unit).*
Wellness
Job
  • We’re hiring a RICtoday Sales Executive to lead our Richmond advertising relationships. Additionally, this individual would have the opportunity to sell across all 25 of our 6AM City markets, pitching the most relevant and modern media offering in town while earning a competitive salary with unlimited PTO. Learn more + apply.
Children's Museum of Richmond
 
Transit

Take this transportation survey

Explore this map of Richmond’s transportation needs
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Top transit needs are identified based on neighborhood. | Photo courtesy GRTC
You might remember when Richmond Connects released an interactive map of Neighborhood Needs for 17 different areas of the River City. Now, the group is asking Richmonders to fill out a survey about transportation needs in your neighborhood.

The next step for Richmond Connects is designating near and long-term recommendations before a final report is released in the fall.

Give your feedback by filling out a survey based on your neighborhood. Each survey area has recommendations for future projects — for example, the Church Hill/Nine Mile Road survey asks questions about traffic calming measures on Fairmount Avenue, pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements on Mosby Street, and nighttime lighting.

Share your thoughts on the projects — your input will help Richmond Connects determine which ones to pursue in the Near-Term Action Plan. Plus, you could win a $100 gift card.

Refresh your memory on the whole project by clicking the link below.
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