Reston®
CEO LETTER
Dear New Reston Association Member:
Welcome to Reston! We are glad that you’ve joined us to Live, Work, Play and Get Involved in our special community.
Reston Association (RA) is committed to providing our members with outstanding educational, leisure and recreational programs, and to maintaining community property values by adhering to the high standards of design, maintenance, and use as insisted upon by those who live in our community.
RA o ers its members many amenities including 1,350 acres of open space, 4 lakes, 15 swimming pools, 49 tennis, multipurpose courts, event/meeting facilities, outdoor picnic pavilions, 34 tot lots, 25 ball elds, and approximately 50 miles of pathways. We also o er educational and nature programming at the Walker Nature Center on Glade Drive.
We hope that you will take the time to explore all that your RA membership includes and that this guide will help familiarize you with RA and will help you get started enjoying all Reston has to o er.
What should you do now?
Obtain your FREE Recreation Passes to use RA’s many recreational amenities, including tennis/ pickleball courts and any of our 15 neighborhood pools by registering for a WebTrac account at www. RestonWebtrac.org. This is also where you can sign up for classes or reserve community buildings or picnic pavilions for special events or parties.
Sign up to receive the RA News weekly e-newsletter, the monthly Parks & Recreation Events e-newsletter or review the online edition of the quarterly RA Activities Guide at www.reston.org/ publications.
Learn more about the Association, its Board of Directors and how to get involved with any of RA’s many events and volunteer opportunities at www.reston.org. Learn more about Reston’s wonderful natural resources and educational opportunities through the Walker Nature Center by contacting naturecenter@reston.org.
Sign up to conveniently pay your annual assessment online via MemberSuite at https://reston.users. membersuite.com/home.
Have other questions?
Member Services is here to help you get the most out of your membership. Please contact us by email at member_ services@reston.org or by phone at 703-435-6530 if you would like more information on RA programs, services or amenities, or if you need help paying your annual assessment, registering on our websites or making online purchases. O ce hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
We look forward to serving you.
Mac Cummins, AICP, CEO Chief Executive O cer
RA RECREATION PASS AND ACTIVITIVIES
Don’t miss out on what Reston Association (RA) has to o er. To join the fun, register for Webtrac.
RA’s Online Registration System for:
Aquatics, Camps, Health and Wellness, Nature and Tennis/Pickleball programs
Recreation Pass renewals and purchases
Event and trip registrations
Community building, picnic pavilion and swimming pool reservations
Reston Gear & Gifts Shop purchases
If you forgot your username or password, use the appropriate link for assistance.
STEP 1: CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT
Visit www.restonwebtrac.org
Click on “Need an Account? Click Here.”
Be sure to include all members of your household.
Accounts may take up to 2 business days to verify.
After you have created your account and received a con rmation email, you will be able to begin shopping.
STEP 2: SHOP FOR ACTIVITIES
Enter your username and password to log in.
Use the Quick Link “Browse Activities” or click on one of the shortcut photo buttons.
Here, you may search by any of the following methods:
• Type in the “Activity Number” (9 digits included in the RA Activities Guide)
• Type in a “Keyword” related to the activity
• Search broadly by selecting criteria such as age or category from the drop down menus.
Choose your activity by clicking the plus sign (+) in the “Add to Cart” column.
You can continue shopping or check out by clicking the “Add to Cart” button in the window at the bottom of your screen.
You will be asked to select the applicable family member(s) for each of the items in your cart.
Follow onscreen directions to complete your transaction by Visa or MasterCard. To pay by check or cash, please visit Reston Association.
For any questions or assistance in creating your household account or with making a purchase, please contact Member Services at member_services@reston.org or 703-435-6530.
2024 RECREATION PASS PRICING
(valid January 2 – December 31, 2024)
Great News! Reston Association Recreation Passes are now FREE to RA members as part of your annual assessment. There’s never been a better time to take advantage of all Reston Association has to o er. With your recreation pass, you can now discover a new favorite activity or brush up on old skills. Check out Reston’s 15 neighborhood pools; each one o ers something special for the community, from lap lanes and hot tubs to water slides, spray parks and picnic areas. Visit any of our tennis or pickleball courts. Connect with old friends and make new ones by meeting new members. We hope this pass will allow you to get out any play this summer and experience all that Reston has to o er.
TO OBTAIN YOUR FREE RECREATION PASS:
ONLINE
Visit: www.restonwebtrac.org to login or create your account. Please note new ‘WebTrac’ accounts may take 2 business days to verify before you can sign up or make any purchases. Passes ordered or renewed online will be shipped free of charge, or you can pick them up in person at Member Services
IN-PERSON
You can also obtain or renew your pass by visiting us in person at Reston Association Headquarters 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20191 Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Please visit www. reston.org or call 703-435-6530 for Member Service O ce hours
All Member passes include unlimited access to pools, tennis courts, and pickleball courts
‘Companion Pass’ for persons with disabilities available by request.
BRING A GUEST
All pass holders may bring guests to the courts and pools. Single guest passes valid for one day must be purchased at the admission desk at any RA pool or with a court monitor at one of the RA tennis/pickleball courts. Rules and regulations on court and pool access can be found by visiting https://www.reston.org/recreation-passes.
*Punch passes can be used one at a time or all together. It SAVES you 20% over buying day-of single guest passes.
HOW TO PAY ANNUAL ASSESSMENT
Assessment 2024
The 2024 annual assessment is $817 and continues to be a great value. In addition to other services and amenities, your assessment provides the following:
Access to 15 attractive, clean, and safe outdoor swimming pools and 52 tennis courts*
Maintenance of 1,350 acres of open space, including four lakes covering 125 acres as well as numerous ponds and streams.
Maintenance of 35 tot lots, 30 multi-purpose courts, 15 picnic. pavilions/arbors, 22 ball elds, 31 parking lots, and 55 miles of pathways. This includes clearing the pathways of leaves and snow, and the upkeep of 107 bridges and 26 underpasses.
Reforestation and the planting of thousands of native plants, shrubs and trees each year. Free or low-cost educational and recreational programs for all ages.
Design, maintenance and use covenants enforcement which help to protect property values.
This and more information about the annual assessment can be found at our website: https://www.reston.org/assessment-overview
Fairfax County Tax Relief
The 2024 RA annual assessment is $409 on a property whose owner participates in the Fairfax County Tax Relief Program. Eligibility is based on age (over 65), total disability and certain income criteria. If you are exempt from real estate taxation under this program you must send to RA the following:
Your $409 payment with this assessment notice by March 1, 2024.
A copy of your 2023 Fairfax County quali cation notice no later than July 31, 2024. For information about this county program, please call the Fairfax County O ce of Assessments at 703-222-8234.
Installment Plan
Reston Association o ers an installment plan option, paid over six months. The rst payment in the amount of $342 includes a one-time $25 administrative fee. Payment is due Jan. 1, 2024 and must be paid no later than March 1. Subsequent payments of $100 are due on the rst day of each month through August.
Methods of Payment
Reston Association provides members with the following payment options in 2024:
• An easy-to-use online member payment portal. https://reston.users.membersuite.com/home
• By mail. Reston Association, Post O ce Box 79248, Baltimore, MD 21279
• By phone 703-435-6530 ext. 2. Credit card and electronic check available.
• Dropbox conveniently located at RA headquarters, 12001 Sunrise Valley Dr, Reston, VA 20191
Email our Member Services team at Member_Services@ reston.org or call 703-435-6530 ext 2 for additional information regarding 2024 assessment payments.
WHAT IS COVENANTS ADMINISTRATION?
Role and Purpose
The mission of the Covenants Administration department is to promote and foster the attractiveness and quality of life of the Reston community by administering – fairly and consistently – the adopted guidelines and protective covenants related to the design, maintenance, and use of residential and certain commercial and non-residential properties. These properties include more than 21,000 residential lots, non-residential, commercial complexes, and open and recreational spaces.
Who to Contact
To contact someone in the covenants department, please call 703-435-6530.
Covenants Advisors
Each neighborhood or cluster under the RA umbrella has an assigned advisor that is responsible for the following: (1) processing applications submitted for design review, (2) answering questions related to inspections, (3) consulting if a proposed project meets cluster standards or design guidelines, and (4) liaising with cluster association sub-HOAs.
Resale Documents and Inspections
Being member of a common interest community, all members are required to order a resale disclosure package when selling their home. This package includes the governing documents, resolutions, insurance, most recent approved budget, and the results of an exterior lot inspection to ensure the lot and contained improvements conform with RA protective covenants.
Helpful information for buyers regarding the resale process and available resources can be found at: Reston Today - Purchasing in Reston • Need-to-KnowsYouTube
Design Review Applications
Most exterior modi cations will require review by and the approval of the DRB. DRB applications are generally reviewed for conformance with cluster standards and/ or applicable Design Guidelines. All DRB applications require at least three (3) signatures as required by the Reston Amended Deed. Single Family Detached homes (non-cluster) require three neighboring lot signatures. Cluster properties require a signature from each of the following: an adjacent lot, a lot within view, and a cluster association board o cer.
Design Guidelines and Cluster Standards
RA’s Design Guidelines provide general guidance on acceptable exterior modi cations and establish application review levels. Design Guideline changes are proposed by the Design Review Board (DRB) and approved by the RA Board of Directors. Cluster standards are speci c to each cluster, cover basic or unique elements, and must still adhere to the Design Guidelines. Cluster standards are proposed by each cluster association’s Board of Directors and approved by the DRB.
A ected Party
The Reston Amended Deed a ords any member who is materially impacted by the use or design of another Property to register as an A ected Party (AP) on an application being reviewed by the DRB. Any A ected Party may be heard by a DRB Panel; will receive notice of decisions and any subsequent actions taken by the DRB; will be sent notice of the Applicant’s appeal, if made; and may le his/her own appeal. Applications with an AP must be reviewed by either a Panel of the DRB or the Full Design Review Board.
WHAT IS COVENANTS ADMINISTRATION?
Cluster and Condo or Reston Association – Who is Responsible?
Cluster or Condominium Associations are discrete and independent entities that are members of RA. Each association has its own set of governing documents, board of directors, rules and regulations, assessments, and services (trash, landscaping, plowing, etc.) provided. Most needs of members in these associations will be under the purview of the association’s board of directors, not RA. However, since RA is the master association, all members are required to adhere to not only their cluster associations rules and regulations, but also RA’s protective covenants. Most cluster associations defer enforcement of non-compliance issues to RA.
A large majority of single family detached homes are not lots within cluster associations and therefore fall directly under RA’s protective covenants.
Types of Inspections Conducted
RA sta conducts four types of inspections. All inspections (except for resales) require fourteen (14) days written notice prior to conducting the inspection. They include:
Complaints
As a result of a formal written complaint by a RA member (complainant) related to an alleged violation, sta will provide fourteen (14) days’ notice of intent to inspect. Results of that inspection are then provided to the owner and the complainant and potentially referred to RA’s Covenants Committee.
Walkthroughs
Walkthrough inspections are cluster-wide inspections of all member properties, including cluster associationowner property. Cluster associations request and qualify for walkthroughs and Covenants Sta works closely with cluster associations to prepare members and ensure timely noti cation of the inspection(s).
Resale
At the request of the seller (or the seller’s agent), the resale package order will include an exterior lot inspection. Since this inspection is requested by the owner, noti cation of our intent to inspect is not required. However, sta is required to complete the inspection and deliver the package within fourteen (14) days of the request.
Post DRB
Performed after noti cation of a completed DRBapproved project is submitted or eighteen (18) months after the date of the approval of an application (whichever comes rst) to check for compliance with the conditions of approval. Most members submit photographs of the completed project, which is helpful.
HOW TO GET INVOLVED IN RESTON
Join Volunteer Reston
Volunteer Reston is a part of Reston Association and is comprised of community members who come together to complete various projects to improve our surroundings while enhancing the quality of life for all Restonians.
Our mission is to build upon RA’s services and programs by matching the talents of individuals and groups to engaging projects and endeavors.
Why Volunteer?
Volunteers play a critical role in helping Reston grow. Whether you are hoping to meet new neighbors, spend time with friends, learn new skills, make a positive impact in your community or complete school service hours, Volunteer Reston has something for everyone.
RA volunteers are all ages. They possess a wide range of skill levels and personalities. Volunteers include senior citizens, corporate teams, faith-based groups, families, college students, retirees, scouts and youth. Volunteer Reston has many di erent volunteer types including from year-round, seasonal, students, environmental, corporate groups and those interested in special events.
There are several ways to get involved. Some events happen frequently, whereas others happen on an annual or even one-time basis. Our recreational, environmental and administrative projects enable volunteers to meet other locals and learn more about Reston’s growing community.
Make a Positive Environmental Impact
Reston is often praised for its trails, lakes and landscape. To preserve Reston’s natural beauty, regular maintenance is essential. Consider supporting habitat restoration, watershed cleanups and other workday projects by signing up for an upcoming opportunity.
Opportunities include Habitat Heroes, stream monitoring, watershed cleanups, Earth Day, Arbor Day, Walker Nature Center events and other workdays.
Serve on RA Boards & Committees
Reston Association’s boards and committees are where you can really immerse yourself in a cause or area that suits you. The Board of Directors is comprised of nine members, and elections to the board are held
annually. All members – homeowners and tenants – are encouraged to participate in the annual elections which are held in March.
Like the Elections Committee and the Covenants Committee, the Design Review Board (DRB) is mandated by Reston’s Deed. The DRB is responsible for reviewing exterior alterations and improvements of properties. Application to join the DRB can be found at www.reston.org.
Advisory committees are comprised of RA members who provide advice on association matters and perform such duties as may be requested by the Board of Directors. Each advisory committee meets generally once a month and is comprised of up to 15 members, a board member
HOW TO GET INVOLVED IN RESTON
as a liaison and at least one RA sta liaison. Members are appointed to advisory committees for three-year terms.
Find out more about these boards and committees and nd applications to join at www.reston.org:
Board of Directors
Covenants Committee
Design Review Board
Elections Committee
Environmental Advisory Committee
Fiscal Committee
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Multimodal Transportation Advisory Committee
Board Information Technology Committee
Join the Community Events Volunteer Team
Reston Association frequently hosts community events throughout the year. These events allow Reston locals to meet, network, share stories and work together with camaraderie and stewardship.
Community events include the Nature Center 5K, Halloween House & Trick-or-Treat Trail, Summer events, Cookies with Santa, Community Yard Sale, Spring Festival and many more.
Corporate Day of Service
Volunteer Reston’s corporate volunteer program o ers expertise in community service to corporations by creating customized, hands-on group volunteer projects that complement team building, leadership development and philanthropy initiatives. Through this program, RA sta will fully develop and coordinate all aspects of your company’s community service volunteer project.
Corporate projects will go through the Friends of Reston, a 501(c)(3) organization established in 1999 to support the Reston Association in bringing valuable projects to the community. The group allows the association to tap into other resources to bring great community projects to fruition on our land, at our facilities and within our programs.
Need Service Hours for School?
Many students in Reston and the surrounding area are required to perform a speci c number of community service hours for their course or school requirements. Volunteer Reston is a great way to ful ll these hours.
Students may be able to nish their service hours by handling shifts at community events, environmental projects, monthly service projects and community cleanups. This also includes scouting organizations that needs to complete a community service project.
For more information about Volunteer Reston, please contact Ha Brock, Volunteer Reston Manager via email ha@reston.org or 703-435-7986.
AMENITIES & FACILITIES MAP
HOW TO RENT AN RA FACILITY
Picnic Pavilion
Plan outdoor private parties or weddings, group and corporate gatherings or family picnics at one of our seven a ordable pavilions. Available for rent seven days a week from April through October. To search for availability, go to www. restonwebtrac.org and click on the Facility Rentals quick link.
Contact Member Services: reservations@ reston.org or 703-435-6530
Full Day Rental Fees:
Mon-Thu $100 $165 Fri-Sun & Holidays $250 $340
Dogwood
2460 Green Range Drive
Size: 1,200 square feet
Spray and play water feature available April through October
Four picnic tables and a large built-in grill
Features ADA-accessible parking lot and picnic pavilion area
Parking shared with pool facility or at curbside
Restrooms available April-October
Golf Course Island
North Shore Drive and Links Drive
Size: 775 feet
Four picnic tables and one grill
Parklike setting with tot lot and a playground, both equipped with swings
Near a basketball court, trail, and plenty of open space
Pool restrooms available during open pool hours (Pool access is not included in pavilion reservation.)
Hunters Woods
Corner of Steeplechase Drive and Reston Parkway
Size: 842 square feet
Four picnic tables (two are ADAaccessible) and one grill
Ample parking shared with pool facility or at Hunters Woods Park
Pool restrooms available during open pool hours (Pool access is not included in pavilion reservation.)
Nearby basketball court, tot lot, and trail
North Hills
Center Harbor Road and North Village Road
Size: 1,024 square feet
Nine picnic tables under cover and three large brick barbecue grills
Two portable restrooms
Electricity, water, lights, and a water fountain
Tot lot, ample parking and green space
Pony Barn
Corner of Steeplechase Drive and Triple Crown Road
Size: 2,006 square feet
Ten picnic tables and one small grill
Two portable restrooms
Parking available in 9 spaces or at curbside
Water fountain
Wood-chipped tot lot equipped with swings
Temporary Road
Corner of North Shore Drive and Temporary Road
Size: 892 square feet
Seven picnic tables and two small grills
Two portable restrooms
Parking available in 16 spaces or at curbside
Water fountain
Four benches and a swing set situated throughout the park
Large, level eld excellent for group activities
Lake Anne
11301 North Shore Drive
Size: 900 square feet
Water spray fountain
Seven picnic tables, one large grill and one small
Restroom facility
Water and electricity
Tot lot, benches, trail, and ample parking, including curbside
Nearby basketball and volleyball courts not included in reservation
Full Day: $165 $340
Half-Day*: $100 $190
*7 a.m.-2 p.m. or 3-10 p.m.
Walker Nature Center — Pavilion
11450 Glade Drive
Size: 576 sq. ft.
3 regular picnic tables and 1 ADA picnic table
Additional bench seating
Electricity and lights
Beautiful woodland setting
Parking available in lot and curbside.
ADA accessible, including parking
No grill. No ampli ed music. $35/hr. $50/hr.
Contact 703-476-9689 ext 3 or naturecenter@reston.org
Walker Nature Center — Fire Ring
Soapstone Drive between Glade Drive and Lawyers Road
Located in the woodlands of the Walker Nature Center, the re ring is a great place for comradery and s’mores! Renters supply their own wood and water to extinguish the re.
Bench seating
4 picnic tables
Small shelter
Curbside parking
No restrooms
$25/hr. $35/hr.
For pro t/corporate fee: $50/hr.
Contact 703-476-9689 ext 3 or naturecenter@reston.org
HOW TO RENT AN RA FACILITY
RA Community Buildings
Rent one of our indoor venues for your next event. Facilities are available to rent seven days a week. RA members in good standing are given priority in all facility rental requests.
To search for availability, go to www.restonwebtrac.org and click on the Facility Rentals quick link.
Contact Member Services: reservations@reston.org or 703-435-6530
Brown’s Chapel
1575 Brown’s Chapel Road
Size: 914 square feet
A very cozy and a ordable facility close to home. Its tall ceilings provide excellent acoustics, and its park-like grounds o er a lovely setting. The facility has chairs to seat 50 people, three tables, restroom facilities, heating, air conditioning and ample parking.
Rental Fees: $60/hr. $85/hr.
Glade Room
11550 Glade Drive
Size: 881 square feet
This facility is equipped with chairs to seat 75 people, four tables, restroom facilities, heating and air conditioning. Enjoy nearby facilities such as tennis courts, tot lot, and the Glade Pool.
Rental Fees: $50/hr. $70/hr.
Conference Center
Presented by Toll Brothers
12001 Sunrise Valley Drive
Size: 3 rooms, 832 square feet/room
Rooms can be combined for seating up to 80 guests.
Audio visual options & wireless internet
Corporate events
Community meetings
Workshops and conferences
Training programs
ADA parking, restrooms and doors
Walker Nature Center — Nature House
11450 Glade Drive
Size: 664 square feet
Located at the 72-acre Walker Nature Center, the Nature House multi-purpose room has a capacity of 60 people standing and 40 people seated. The facility is equipped with nine 6-foot tables, 60 folding chairs, restrooms, heat/air conditioning, microwave, sinks and serving counter. There are 23 parking spaces, plus additional curbside parking. Fully accessible with beautiful trails and pond for guests to enjoy. Optional adjacent pavilion rental. No DJs or loud music.
For Walker Nature Center reservations, contact naturecenter@reston.org 703-476-9689 ext. 3.
or Reston not-for-pro t: $50/hr. or non-Reston not-for-pro t: $75/hr. For pro t/corporate: $100/hr.
The Lake House
Supported by Comstock
11450 Baron Cameron Avenue
Size: 1,490 square feet
The Lake House, sponsored by Comstock, is Reston Association’s newest community building on Lake Newport. It is available for members and non-members year round.
Rates: $175-$275/hr.*
Weekday rates as low as $150 for members.
*Weekend and non member rates higher*
Ask us about our Wedding Package, including Brown’s Chapel.
Available for:
Small to mid-sized weddings, engagement parties
Milestone birthday and anniversary parties
Family holiday gatherings
Corporate retreats and holiday parties
Private functions
Workshops, classes and conferences
ADA parking
ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Something for Everyone
Living in Reston is like living in a park. More than 1,350 acres of open space are maintained throughout the community, and a wide variety of facilities and programs o er year-round opportunities for tness, fun and exploration.
Fifty- ve miles of paved pathways and natural surface trails connect our facilities, neighborhoods, schools and shopping, and they are perfect for walkers, joggers and bicyclists. More than 700 acres of forest, 50 meadows and four wetlands provide beautiful vistas and important habitat for local wildlife. Aquatic habitats include four lakes, three ponds and 20 miles of streams enjoyed by boaters and anglers.
Aquatics
Reston Association owns and operates 15 outdoor seasonal pool facilities with a variety of amenities, including heated pools, spas, slides, diving boards, fountains and spray features. Recreation Passes are free for RA Members; non-members may purchase a 2024 Recreation Pass to enjoy our facilities. For more information on Recreation Passes options please visit www.reston.org/recreation-passes or purchase online at www.restonwebtrac.org. All pass holders are eligible to bring guests with them to the pools. There is something for everyone, including lap swimming, exercise, instruction and recreational swim so come visit our pools and programs that are “safe, clean, friendly and fun” for all ages and abilities.
Camps
Celebrating our 50th Anniversary season, Reston Camps is the longest-operating camp program in our community. At Reston Camps, we explore nature, nd new talents, try new activities, play games and make lasting friendships. We help children grow physically, emotionally, and socially with an emphasis on respect for themselves and others. At Reston Camps, we hire experienced sta with a passion for providing children with a rewarding and memorable experience. All sta receives extensive training in positive behavior support, child development, and child abuse training, as well as mandatory certi cation in CPR/First Aid/ AED, a criminal background check and a Central Registry check. We pride ourselves in small group sizes and our safety and supervision exceed the minimum standards for child day centers, as required by the Virginia Department of Social Services. Generations
of Restonians, from campers to counselors, have participated in Reston Camps. Come play with us. For more information contact us at camp@reston.org.
ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMS & EVENTS
Events
The Events Department at Reston Association is dedicated to providing year-round programs, activities, and community events for all ages. Make your New Year’s Resolution come true at one of our wellness classes or summer stand-up-paddle events. Grab the family and check out our Movies in the Park, yard sales, Totally Trucks, and our many holiday events just to name a few. Looking for an adventure? We have a variety of 55+ activities and trips and even an Antique Roadshow. The bene ts of recreation span every age and demographic component. Positive in uences are immediate, long lasting and lifelong, and our Events Department is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all residents in our community. Check out our o erings at www. restonwebtrac.org.
Tennis
With 50 outdoor tennis courts, 24 of those courts lighted for night play, Reston Association o ers one of the most extensive tennis programs in the Washington metropolitan area. RA o ers spring, summer and fall programming. The tennis program features Men’s and Women’s leagues, adult and junior group programs and private/semi-private lessons.
NOTICE: Clay tennis courts are scheduled to open for play in Mid-April 2024.
Pickleball
RA is proud to o er pickleball in all shapes and forms including, group lessons for teens and adults, private/ semi-private lessons and drop-in play to meet you fellow members. We have 4 lighted pickleball courts at Autumnwood Recreation with more blended lined courts in 2024.
Walker Nature Center
Address: 11450 Glade Drive.
The Walker Nature Center is the heart of Reston’s 1,300 acres of open space and the home base for environmental education in Reston. Located on a 72-acre woodland property, the WNC provides a variety of amenities and year-round programs for all ages. Its mission is to foster good environmental stewardship in the community.
WNC features include a mile of loop trails, a picnic pavilion, re ring, pond, native plant gardens, a Little Free Library, two streams and access to Lake Audubon. Its education
building, known as Nature House, is LEED Gold certi ed by the U.S. Green Building Council. The WNC naturalists assist residents with questions about plants, wildlife, and green living. Look for seasonal special events and native plant sales. Popular youth programs include preschool activities, school eld trips, STEAM days and nature camps. Adults enjoy DIY workshops, presentations, lm nights and citizen science projects.
Learn more by visiting the Nature Center, subscribing to its newsletter Branching Out, or following the WNC on Facebook. You will soon see why the WNC is a community treasure for people, plants and wildlife. Contact naturecenter@reston.org or 703-476-9689.
CONNECTING WITH RA
RA Activities Guide
Our quarterly guide provides members and non-members with a listing of all association programs and events as well as information about rentals, recreation passes and various seasonal recreational activities. Most listings provide codes that can be used to register or purchase products online at WebTrac. The guide is mailed to RA members and available online on our Issuu page. Go to https://issuu.com/restonassociation/ to read the online version of the guide.
Branching Out
This publication is produced quarterly by the association’s Walker Nature Center and communications team. Branching Out focuses on local environmental and wildlife topics. It also provides a seasonal calendar of fun and educational activities. Branching Out can be downloaded at https://issuu.com/restonassociation/
RA News
This electronic newsletter is emailed to approximately 8,500 subscribers for free every Friday. It includes news and notices regarding the association as well as links to events, meetings and Reston Today videos. We encourage all members keep informed by subscribing to RA News and following us on social media.
facebook.com/restonassociation youtube.com/restonassociation twitter.com/restononline www.instagram.com/restonassociation
HELPFUL RESTON INFORMATION
Fairfax County
12000 Government Center Pkwy
Fairfax, VA 22035
https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-FAIRFAX (703-324-7329)
Fairfax County Police Department
Reston District: 703-478-0904
Non-Emergencies: 703-691-2131
Emergencies: CALL 911
Reston Fire Station
Non-Emergencies: 703-437-7575
Emergencies: CALL 911
Reston Hospital Center
www.restonhospital.com
Phone: 703-689-9000
Reston Schools
Hunters Woods Elementary School
Address: 11411 Ridge Heights Rd, Reston, VA 20191
Phone: 703-390-5600
Terraset Elementary School
Address: 11411 Ridge Heights Rd, Reston, VA 20191
Phone: 703-390-5600
Sunrise Valley Elementary School
Address: 10824 Cross School Rd, Reston, VA 20191
Phone: 703-715-3800
South Lakes High School
Address: 11400 South Lakes Dr, Reston, VA 20191
Phone: 703-715-4500
Dogwood Elementary School
Address: 12300 Glade Dr, Reston, VA 20191
Phone: 703-262-3100
Aldrin Elementary School
Address: 11375 Center Harbor Rd, Reston, VA 20194
Phone: 703-904-3800
Langston Hughes Middle School
Address: 11401 Ridge Heights Rd, Reston, VA 20191
Phone: 703-715-3600
Herndon High School
Address: 700 Bennett St., Herndon, VA 20170
Phone: 703-810-2200
Herndon Middle School, Address: 901 Locust St., Herndon, VA 20170 Phone: 703-904-4800
Reston Post O ce
11110 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, VA 20190
1-800-ASK-USPS® (800-275-8777)
Phone: 703-689-9874
TTY: 877-889-2457
Cable TV X nity by Comcast Verizon DIRECTV®
Electric
Dominion Virginia Power Phone: 1-866-366-4357
Water
Fairfax County Water Authority Phone: 703-698-5800
Gas Washington Gas Phone: 703-750-1000
Delegate Karen Keys-Gamarra (D-7th District)
General Assembly Building Room 1001
Richmond, Virginia 23219 O ce: 804-698-1007
Sen. Jennifer Boysko (D-38th District)
General Assembly Building Room No: 613
Senate of Virginia
Richmond, VA 23218
Phone: 804-698-7538
Walter L. Alcorn, Hunter Mill District Supervisor
huntermill@fairfaxcounty.gov
Phone: 703-478-0283
DEPARTMENT CONTACTS & HOURS
Member Services
For general assistance, pay your assessment, activity registration, purchase a Recreation Pass, or to reserve a facility:
Address: 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20191
Phone: 703-435-6530
Email: Member_Services@reston.org
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
RA Management
Central Services Facility
Outdoor related assistance including open spaces, garden plots, pathways, lakes/streams/watersheds, tot lots:
Address: 12250 Sunset Hills Road, Reston, VA 20190
Phone: 703-437-7658
Email: CSFsta @reston.org
Walker Nature Center
Nature and Environmental Education:
Address: 11450 Glade Drive, Reston, VA 20191
Phone: 703-476 9689
Email: NatureCenter@reston.org
If you would like to contact Reston Association management, please call our main number at 703-435-6530 or email below:
MAC CUMMINS, AICP, CEO RA-CEO@RESTON.ORG
PETER LUSK, COO RA-COO@RESTON.ORG
ED VROOM, CFO RA-CFO@RESTON.ORG
CAMERON ADAMS, DIRECTOR OF COVENANTS ADMINISTRATION, RA-DIRCOVENANTS@RESTON.ORG
CHRIS SCHUMAKER, DIRECTOR OF CAPITAL PROJECTS, RA-DIRCAP@RESTON.ORG
ANTHONY CHAMP, GENERAL COUNSEL, RA-GENCOUNSEL@RESTON.ORG
CARA O’DONNELL, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS, RA-DIRCOMMUNICATIONS@ RESTON.ORG
LAURA KOWALSKI, DIRECTOR OF RECREATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, RA-DIRENVREC@RESTON.ORG
MIKE REYNOLDS, DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES & EDUCATION, RA-DIRENVIROMENTAL@RESTON. ORG
MIKE MCNAMARA, DIRECTOR OF MAINTENANCE & NATURAL RESOURCES, RA-DIRMAINTAINENCE@RESTON. ORG