Huntley Meadows Park
Harrison Lane and 3701 Lockheed Boulevard, Alexandria, VA
Organization: Fairfax County Park Authority Invasive Management Area (IMA) Program
Contact: Kathy Frederick (703-324-8681, katherine.frederick@fairfaxcounty.gov)
Directions: 495 exit onto Van Dorn Street S, left onto Telegraph, bearing right onto Kings Highway, turn right onto Harrison Lane and enter park at the Lockheed Boulevard intersection, follow back to the parking lot.
Time: 9:30am - 12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 20
Volunteers will be participating at Invasive Management Areas, portions of parkland designated for habitat restoration. Volunteers will assist with the ongoing removal of invasive plants, tree protection and increasing native plant biodiversity. The focus of May 1st will be removing oriental bittersweet.
It's recommended that volunteers bring water, sun screen & insect repellant. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, workday will continue in light rain. Volunteers need to have the ability to pull & bag invasives. Site Leaders will show how to identify the targeted species and proper removal technique at the start of the workday.

White Oaks Park
Devonshire Road, Alexandria, VA
Organization: Fairfax County Park Authority Invasive Management Area (IMA) Program
Contact: Kathy Frederick (703-324-8681, katherine.frederick@fairfaxcounty.gov)
Directions: From Route 1 south from beltway; pass Lockheed and Beacon Hill, turn left onto Popkins, Left onto Devonshire and left onto Cheshire Lane. Parking is along the street.
Time: 8:00am - 11:00am
Number of volunteers needed: 20
Volunteers will be participating at Invasive Management Areas, portions of parkland designated for habitat restoration. Volunteers will assist with the ongoing removal of invasive plants, tree protection and increasing native plant biodiversity. The focus of May 1st will be removing English Ivy.
It's recommended that volunteers bring water, sun screen & insect repellant. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, workday will continue in light rain. Volunteers need to have the ability to pull & bag invasives. Site Leaders will show how to identify the targeted species and proper removal technique at the start of the workday.

Annandale

Annandale Community Park
Lafayette Village Drive, Annandale, VA 22003
Organization: Fairfax County Park Authority Invasive Management Area (IMA) Program
Contact: Kathy Frederick (703-324-8681, katherine.frederick@fairfaxcounty.gov)
Directions: From Rte. 66, south on 495 Beltway exit 52B (Little River Turnpike Rte 236) east to left at 1st light at Hummer Rd, take the immediate left onto the access road.
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 20
Volunteers will be participating at Invasive Management Areas, portions of parkland designated for habitat restoration. Volunteers will assist with the ongoing removal of invasive plants, tree protection and increasing native plant biodiversity. The focus of May 1st will be removing Porcelainberry.
It's recommended that volunteers bring water, sun screen & insect repellant. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, workday will continue in light rain. Volunteers need to have the ability to pull & bag invasives. Site Leaders will show how to identify the targeted species and proper removal technique at the start of the workday.

Mason District Park
Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA
Organization: Fairfax County Park Authority Invasive Management Area (IMA) Program
Contact: Katherine Frederick (703-324-8681, katherine.frederick@fairfaxcounty.gov)
Directions: From 495 exit onto Little River Road east, left to Columbia Pike (follow signs for 244); Mason District Park will be on your right. Take the road to the right that leads to the amphitheater/tennis court parking lot.
Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Number of volunteers needed: 20
Volunteers will be participating at Invasive Management Areas, portions of parkland designated for habitat restoration. Volunteers will assist with the ongoing removal of invasive plants, tree protection and increasing native plant biodiversity. The focus of May 1st will be removing garlic mustard.
It's recommended that volunteers bring water, sun screen & insect repellant. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, workday will continue in light rain. Volunteers need to have the ability to pull & bag invasives. Site Leaders will show how to identify the targeted species and proper removal technique at the start of the workday.

Arlington

Fort C.F. Smith
2411 24th Street North, Arlington, VA
Organization: Arlington County Remove Invasive Plants (RiP) Program, AmeriCorps, & Arlington Regional Master Naturalists
Contact: Katie Man (571-217-2161, KatherineOliviaMan@gmail.com)
Directions: Fort C.F. Smith Park is at 2411 24th St. N. There is a parking lot on site and some street parking available. Please meet in the parking lot.
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 20
For ages 10 and up. Help us pull Garlic Mustard and Mile-a-minute at Fort C.F. Smith!
Bring water, sunscreen, and insect repellent. Wear long pants, sturdy shoes, and clothes you don't mind getting dirty. Long sleeves are recommended to prevent contact with poison ivy. We will provide gloves and necessary tools. Volunteers will be trained to identify Garlic Mustard and Mile-a-minute and how to remove them properly. No special knowledge is required, but volunteers will have to pull and bag invasives.

Gulf Branch Nature Center
3608 N. Military Road, Arlington, VA
Organization: Arlington County Remove Invasive Plants (RiP) Program & AmeriCorps
Contact: Sarah Archer (815-703-7860, sarahjane.archer@gmail.com)
Directions: The nature center can be accessed off N. Military Road in Arlington. There is a sign for Gulf Branch on the right (heading north) and the entrance is on the left. Parking is available on the streets near the nature center.
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 20
Volunteers will be participating in a garlic mustard pull in a beautiful, shaded creek side spot! This event is part of an ongoing invasive eradication project; the removal of garlic mustard being the second battle on "Kudzu Hill." The site has some heavily infested areas, but there is a possibility of "search and destroy" missions for sporadically located plants.
It's recommended that volunteers bring water, a snack, sun screen & insect repellant. Wear sturdy shoes, long pants and long sleeves. Dress for the weather, workday will continue in light rain. Please bring water and gloves, a limited supply will be provided. Volunteers must be willing and able to pull & bag large amounts of garlic mustard! Onsite training will be provided for garlic mustard identification and removal techniques.

Thrifton Hill Park
2814 23rd St. N
Organization: Arlington County Remove Invasive Plants (RiP) Program & AmeriCorps
Contact: Cherie Nelson (202-631-5100, Cr_Nelson@Mac.com)
Directions: Parking is available in the Giant parking lot at 3123 Lee Hwy.
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 15
Volunteers will be pulling Garlic Mustard on open fields and stream banks. It's recommended that volunteers bring water, sunscreen, gloves, and a snack. Please wear long sleeves, long pants and closed-toed shoes. No special knowledge is required. We will talk to participants about the target species, safety, and other invasive plants in the area. Site Leaders will show how to identify the targeted species, Garlic mustard, and proper removal technique at the start of the workday.

Donaldson Run Park
Military Road & 30th St N, Arlington, VA 22207
Organization: Arlington Regional Master Naturalists
Contact: Christine Freidel(703-243-0886, varleyfreidel4@verizon.net)
Directions: Take Military Rd. north to 30th St. Take a right on 30th St. The invasives removal site will be on your immediate right on the strip of land between the street and the stream bank.
Time: 9:30am-11:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 10
Volunteers will be removing english ivy from trees along stream bank.
If possible, bring clippers and lopping shears, gloves, wear long-sleeves and long-pants as protection against poison ivy, Hats and bug spray are also useful. The only skill required to participate is enthusiasm!

Virginia Highlands Park
1800 S. Hayes Street, Arlington, VA
Organization: Aurora Highlands Civic Association
Contact: Cory Giacobbe (703-842-5441, ahca.news@yahoo.com)
Directions: This park is metro accessible on the yellow and blue lines. The closest station is Pentagon City. Walk to the end of the block, go through the park and meet us at the library.
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 30
Volunteers will be working with Arlington County staff and neighborhood volunteers to remove invasive species from an overgrown woodland area in the park. Focal species include English ivy, multiflora rose, and bush honeysuckle. Two weeks later we will be planting 100 trees on the site to create a Centennial Grove for our neighborhood's 100 year anniversary.
Volunteers should wear long pants and long sleeves as there could be some poison ivy present. Please bring gloves and pruners. Training will be provided.

Centreville

Cub Run Stream Valley
Prince Way, Centreville, VA
Organization: Fairfax County Park Authority Invasive Management Area (IMA) Program
Contact: Katherine Frederick (703-324-8681, katherine.frederick@fairfaxcounty.gov)
Directions: Route 29 West into Centerville, pass route 66, down hill, through Stone Road, next light turn Right onto Paddington Lane, immediate Left onto access road that parallels Lee Highway (Rte. 29), park at the bottom of that access road.
Time: 10:00am-1:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 10
Volunteers will be participating at Invasive Management Areas, portions of parkland designated for habitat restoration. Volunteers will assist with the ongoing removal of invasive plants, tree protection and increasing native plant biodiversity. The focus of May 1st will be removing Garlic Mustard.
It's recommended that volunteers bring water, sun screen & insect repellant. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, workday will continue in light rain. Volunteers need to have the ability to pull & bag invasives. Site Leaders will show how to identify the targeted species and proper removal technique at the start of the workday.

Charlottesville

Ivy Creek Natural Area
1780 Earlysville Road, Charlottesville, VA
Organization: Rivanna Master Naturalists
Contact: Mary Lee Epps(434-973-8172, mse5e@virginia.edu)
Directions: From the north: Take Rt. 29, turn right on Rio Road (Rt. 631, W). Go 1.1 miles and turn right at Co. Rd. 743 (Earlysville Rd.). The Natural Area is 1/2 mile on the left.
From the South: Take U.S. 29 N bypass. Turn left at Hydraulic Rd. (Co. Rd. 743). Go 1.7 miles and turn left at Earlysville Rd. (Co. Rd. 743). Go 0.5 miles. Natural Area is on the left.
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm *NOTE: This event is on MAY 8!**
Number of volunteers needed: any
Ivy Creek is holding a general work day on May 8. We have organized an invasives effort there for that day. We are particularly interested in attacking European barberry, which is getting started in several areas, but hasn't really taken off yet. We might also possibly tackle oriental bittersweet. Note: These plants have thorns. Dress accordingly.
Ivy Creek has some tools, but if you have them, spading forks, mattocks, long handled loppers and/or clippers would be useful. (Be sure to put your name on any tools you bring.) We also recommend that you bring water.

Christiansburg

Falls Ridge Nature Conservancy Preserve
Falls Ridge Road, Christiansburg VA
Organization: New River Valley Master Naturalists
Contact: Brian Kreowski(703-388-9150, brian_kreowski@yahoo.com)
Directions: www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/virginia/preserves/art1233.html
Time: begins at 9:30 am
Number of volunteers needed: any
Be prepared to pull up Tree of Heaven seedlings and to cut bush honeysuckle and autumn olive sprouts. We will also be picking up trash to tidy up the parking lot and trails.
Those interested in carpooling can meet at the US Forest Service Office, off South Main Street in Blacksburg, at 9 a.m. Focal species include Ailanthus, Bush Honeysuckle, Autumn olive.
It is suggested to bring gloves, pruners, loppers or small shovels and to wear long sleeve shirts, and pants. Bring a lunch and plenty to drink. There are no restrooms at the preserve, so please plan accordingly. Need ability to identify Ailanthus seedlings, bush honeysuckle, and autumn olive. Participants will be shown these different plants if they are not familiar with them. Must be able to walk over trails and through brush to remove invasive plants. Elevation gain of several hundred feet.

Elkton

Loft Mountain area- Shenandoah National Park
Milepost 79.5, Skyline Drive, Elkton, VA
Organization: Rivanna Master Naturalists
Contact: Jackie Heath (434-293-5422, jackieheath@comcast.net)
Directions: From the South, Interstate 64 or Rt. 250, west of Charlottesville, Va, at intersectioin with Skyline Drive, Drive North to MP 79.5. From the North, Rt. 33 to Swift Run Gap entrance to the Park and drive South to MP 79.5.
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm - *NOTE: This event is on MAY 7!**
Number of volunteers needed: any
This is a garlic mustard pull and cutting of oriental bittersweet to assist Park Rangers.
Volunteers should bring water, gloves, and good shoes. No special skills are needed.

Fairfax

Brentwood Park
Goodwood Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030
Organization: Fairfax County Park Authority Invasive Management Area (IMA) Program
Contact: Kathy Frederick (703-324-8681, katherine.frederick@fairfaxcounty.gov)
Directions: Fairfax County Pkwy, exit onto Rte 29 west (Lee Hwy) take immediate right onto Pheasant Ridge Rd, right onto Brentwood Farm Dr. and a left onto Goodwood Drive. Park in the cul-de-sac on the end.
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 20
Volunteers will be participating at Invasive Management Areas, portions of parkland designated for habitat restoration. Volunteers will assist with the ongoing removal of invasive plants, tree protection and increasing native plant biodiversity. The focus of May 1st will be removing oriental bittersweet, autumn olive, & garlic mustard.
It's recommended that volunteers bring water, sun screen & insect repellant. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, workday will continue in light rain. Volunteers need to have the ability to pull & bag invasives. Site Leaders will show how to identify the targeted species and proper removal technique at the start of the workday.

Rocky Run Stream Valley
Park entrance near 4375 Majestic Lane
Organization: Fairfax County Park Authority Invasive Management Area (IMA) Program
Contact: Kathy Frederick (703-324-8681, katherine.frederick@fairfaxcounty.gov)
Directions: Take Fairfax County Parkway and turn west onto Fairlakes, follow until you can take a right onto Stringfellow. Turn right onto Point Pleasant and a final right onto Majestic Lane.
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 20
Volunteers will be participating at Invasive Management Areas, portions of parkland designated for habitat restoration. Volunteers will assist with the ongoing removal of invasive plants, tree protection and increasing native plant biodiversity. The focus of May 1st will be removing garlic mustard.
It's recommended that volunteers bring water, sun screen & insect repellant. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, workday will continue in light rain. Volunteers need to have the ability to pull & bag invasives. Site Leaders will show how to identify the targeted species and proper removal technique at the start of the workday.

Royal Lake Park
5344 Gainesborough Drive, Fairfax, VA
Organization: Fairfax County Park Authority Invasive Management Area (IMA) Program
Contact: Kathy Frederick (703-324-8681, katherine.frederick@fairfaxcounty.gov)
Directions: From Braddock Road, turn onto Sideburn Road, pass Robinson HS, and turn left onto Commonwealth Blvd and right onto Gainesborough Drive. We meet promptly at 7:00am at the grassy "easement" entrance of Royal Lake Park, located across from 5301 Gainsborough Drive, Fairfax, Virginia 22032 near the Gainsborough Dr./Claridge Ct. intersection. Look for the big yellow and green FCPA workday sign. Parking is on the street.
Time: 7:00am - 10:00am
Number of volunteers needed: 20
Volunteers will be participating at Invasive Management Areas, portions of parkland designated for habitat restoration. Volunteers will assist with the ongoing removal of invasive plants, tree protection and increasing native plant biodiversity. Focal species: garlic mustard and english ivy.
It's recommended that volunteers bring water, sun screen & insect repellant. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, workday will continue in light rain. Volunteers need to have the ability to pull & bag invasives. Site Leaders will show how to identify the targeted species and proper removal technique at the start of the workday.

Fredericksburg

Friends of Rappahannock
3219 Fall Hill Avenue, Fredericksburg, VA
Organization: Friends of the Rappahannock
Contact: Jackie Nelson (540-972-0661, jmn55@comcast.netjamie.brunkow@riverfriends.org)
Directions: From I 95 take Exit 130-B - Route 3 West. Take a right at the third stop light onto Bragg Rd. Follow Bragg for about 2 1/2miles (it will change names to Fall Hill Ave.) You will pass a 7-11 on the left and the go down a long hill. At the bottom of the hill you will cross a bridge over the Rappahannock Canal. Just after the canal on your left, you will see a sign on the left that says "Virginia Outdoor Center" and (smaller) "Friends of the Rappahannock". Turn left just before that sign onto our gravel driveway. FOR is on the top floor of the rustic wooden building.
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 20
Join the Weed Warriors for a morning of invasive plant removal and habitat restoration. Our work will focus on a 12 acre nature area along the scenic Rappahannock River. This will be an excellent opportunity to learn about invasive plants, their effects on wildlife habitat, and how to identify and control them. Focal species is Garlic Mustard.

Please dress weather accordingly - long pants and old shoes are always a good idea. Clippers and gloves provided, but limited so bringing your own is recommended. Call FOR for more info - (540) 373-3448

Leesburg

Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve
21085 The Woods Road, Leesburg, VA 20175
Organization: Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve Invasive Alien Plant Removal
Contact: Dave Hellums (703-507-5165, groundhog0369@msn.com)
Directions: Parking ares are marked.
Time: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 30
Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve Invasive Alien Plant Removal The Weed Battalion (Weed Bees) is a group of Master Naturalists who have been working with Ron Circe, the Preserve Manager, to remove invasive plants in Banshee Reeks' Old Field Loop and other fields in order to allow native plants to flourish and grow. Ron has identified nine invasive plants at Banshee Reeks and each is removed during different seasons with different methods to ensure they do not survive and that any wildlife that may be nesting in them is not harmed. All equipment is provided by Banshee Reeks but you will need to bring work your own work gloves and beverages. Focal species will be Autumn Olive, Japenese Honeysuckle, Porcelin Berry.

Linden / Front Royal

Appalachian Trail (Northern Virginia)
Fiery Run Road, Linden, VA
Organization: National Park Service
Contact: James Akerson(540-999-3500, james_akerson@nps.gov)
Directions: Drive east on I-66 from the DC area. Take exit-13, and turn toward gas stations Turn left (east) along VA-55 (John Marshall Hwy). Drive 1.3 miles to the Linden crossroad Turn right (south) on VA-638 (Fiery Run Road). Drive 0.8 mile and turn left into a stone/iron gate on a sharp road curve. Park in the meadow.
Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 10
This event depends on volunteer response, so please register with us. Childeren are welcome. The work task will include either lopping/sawing autumn olive and multiflora rose, or pulling and bagging garlic mustard. These invasive plants are threatening designated National Audubon Society - Important Bird Area habitat as well as nearby nodding trillium moist community.
Volunteers should wear long sleeves, long pants, socks and shoes. Please bring lunch and water. Gloves, tools, and instructions will be supplied.

Lively

Chilton Woods State Forest
Field Trail Road, Lively, VA
Organization: Northern Neck Master Naturalists & Native Plant Society
Contact: Paula Boundy (804-436-4944, paula.boundy@va.metrocast.net)
Directions: Meet at power lines where there is parking just off Field Trial Road that intersects Rt. 3 NW of Lively, VA
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 20
This year's target species is Eleagnus sp. (invasive olives). Chilton forester, Mike Aherron, will guide us in the attack. English ivy removal site of PY event will be checked for root revival and receive attention as time allows.
There may be a visit to the site where showy orchids are known to check for bloom.
Volunteers should bring water, snacks and whatever equipment is appropriate. Please wear appropriate apparel/gear for woods work and bug repellent. Volunteers should have the ability to talk rough trails - some off trail walking is possible.

McLean

Falstaff Park
Falstaff Road, McLean, VA
Organization: Fairfax County Park Authority Invasive Management Area (IMA) Program
Contact: Kathy Frederick (703-324-8681, katherine.frederick@fairfaxcounty.gov)
Directions: Beltway exit 46A (Dolley Madison / Rte 123 north) to left onto Lewinsville Rd. Turn left onto Falstaff Road. Park will be on the left.
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 20
Volunteers will be participating at Invasive Management Areas, portions of parkland designated for habitat restoration. Volunteers will assist with the ongoing removal of invasive plants, tree protection and increasing native plant biodiversity. The focus of May 1st will be removing garlic mustard.
It's recommended that volunteers bring water, sun screen & insect repellant. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, workday will continue in light rain. Volunteers need to have the ability to pull & bag invasives. Site Leaders will show how to identify the targeted species and proper removal technique at the start of the workday.

Marie Butler Leven Preserve
1501 Kirby Road, McLean, VA 22101
Organization:
Contact: Lisa Bright (703-764-4830, lbright@earthsangha.org)
Directions: Fom the Beltway, exit on Route 66 East; take the first exit, to Leesburg Pike (Route 7); turn left on Leesburg Pike, then almost immediately after the underpass, turn right onto Idylwood Road (695). Just stay on Idylwood, which becomes Kirby Road after the intersection with Great Falls Street. Stay on Kirby; once you have passed the stop sign at Chesterbrook Road, the Preserve is about half a mile up on the right. Parking is limited, so please try to carpool if possible.
Time: 10:00am - 1:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 15+
Volunteers will remove a variety of invasive species that are present in the park - including mile-a-minute, porcelainberry, garlic mustard, english ivy, japanese honeysuckle, bush honeysuckle, and wineberry. We will provide tools and water for refreshment. Please wear durable outdoor clothing and closed-toed shoes. Please bring work gloves and water bottles. We will provide an orientation prior to the event to educate volunteers about the work they will be doing.

Nokesville

Merrimac Farm
15014 Deepwood Lane, Nokesville, VA
Organization: Prince William Conservation Alliance
Contact: Kim Hosen (703-499-4954, alliance@pwconserve.org)
Directions: We will meet at the stone house
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 100
We will be pulling and bagging garlic mustard in plastic bags provided by the county. After the pull, we will go back to the stone house for a brown bag lunch.
No special tools are needed, just work gloves. Volunteers should wear heavy shoes and pants. We will show volunteers the plants, which are easy to pull and put in bags.

Reston

Fred Crabtree Park
Blue Smoke Trail, Reston, VA
Organization: Fairfax County Park Authority Invasive Management Area (IMA) Program
Contact: Kathy Frederick (703-324-8681, katherine.frederick@fairfaxcounty.gov)
Directions: 123 north through Vienna, left onto Lawyers Road, pass Hunter Road and Hunter Station Road then turn left at a light onto Soapstone Drive, 3rd right onto Blue Smoke Trail to the end. Parking is along the street.
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 20
Volunteers will be participating at Invasive Management Areas, portions of parkland designated for habitat restoration. Volunteers will assist with the ongoing removal of invasive plants, tree protection and increasing native plant biodiversity. The focus species will be Yellow Archangel.
It's recommended that volunteers bring water, sun screen & insect repellant. Wear sturdy shoes. Dress for the weather, workday will continue in light rain. Volunteers need to have the ability to pull & bag invasives. Site Leaders will show how to identify the targeted species and proper removal technique at the start of the workday.

Old Trail Drive Natural Area
11550 Glade Drive, Reston, VA
Organization: Reston Association
Contact: Patricia Greenberg (703-435-6552, patricia@reston.org)
Directions: Head south on Reston Parkway, make a left at Glade Drive and head east for about 4 miles, Glade Pool will be on your left. We will meet in the parking lot near the tot-lot and head down the asphalt path behind the houses to collect the garlic mustard along the way. If you are late and we are no longer at the parking lot, follow the path behind the houses into the woods until you find an RA vehicle.
Time: 9:00am - 12:00pm
Number of volunteers needed: 60
Reston Association staff will give a brief introduction to invasive exotic plants and on how to identify garlic mustard. Volunteers will pull garlic mustard in the Old Trail Natural Area behind the Old Trail Drive horseshoe. The garlic mustard has spread throughout the woods behind Old Trail Drive and along Snakeden Branch stream. We will spread out through the woods starting along the pathway from the parking lot and head towards the stream. Volunteers will receive black trash bags to fill with garlic mustard. Volunteers will also receive pre-poison ivy swabs, but please wear long sleeves and long pants if you are sensitive to poison ivy. Reston Association will provide gloves, water and snacks.