Native Tree & Shrub Sale and More in RA News

August 30, 2024

Be Informed: Pool Winterization Process

As summer winds to a close, Reston Association will be partially draining the pools as part of the winterization process. This annual maintenance plan is in place for a few reasons. RA pools are constructed as concrete shells in the ground and require water weight to prevent shifting during the winter months. We use slow-dissolving chlorine treatments designed specifically for “winterized” pools to combat algae growth. This process has already begun and will wrap up in late October. As always, we will be following local guidelines to neutralize chlorine levels, stabilize pH levels, and correctly drain the water. Fairfax County pool draining guidelines may be found here: https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/publicworks/stormwater/proper-discharge-swimming-pool-water

Native Shrub and Tree Sale

The Nature Center has launched its 2024 Native Shrub and Tree Sale. Seven shrubs and three trees are offered for this year. Native plants are better adapted to the changes in weather and provide aesthetic and wildlife value to yards and neighborhoods.

Orders are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, September 20 and plants must be picked up on Saturday, September 28 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Plants can be ordered online at www.bit.ly/WNCPlantSale.

The native plant sales support programs and education at The Nature Center.

Be Part of Winterfest 2024

Do you have a business or product you want to get in front of thousands? Join us as one of our vendors for Winterfest! This three-day event returns December 5-7 and promises to be even bigger than last year. We're looking for a few vendors to make the experience even more magical.

Winterfest will feature a walking trail of lights, a vendor village, live musical performances, bonfires and smores, drinks at a pop-up bar, a Santa Experience for the kids and much more. Join Reston Association’s holiday spirit and participate with your business by contacting Isabella Malovic at 703-435-6571 or events@reston.org.

The application deadline is Wednesday, September 18. Those selected will be notified by Wednesday, September 25.