by jravirginia | Nov 10, 2026 | Community Conservation, Conservation Tips, News |
We love trees at the James River Association! Trees intercept rainwater and reduce stormwater runoff, add shade to our built environment and help cool communities, improve air quality, and sequester carbon from our atmosphere. Planting trees is one way to fight...
by Justin Doyle | Oct 26, 2026 | Conservation Tips, News, Wildlife of the James |
As winter approaches and trees let go of the leaves still clinging to them, you may be tempted to reach for your rake or leaf blower to tidy them up. However, did you know that a variety of wildlife species depend on fallen leaves, twigs, dried stems, and grasses to...
by jravirginia | Jun 10, 2026 | Community Conservation, Conservation Tips, News, River Hero Home |
Summertime in Virginia comes with hot and, at times, dry weather that can be very stressful for trees. Heat stress and drought conditions can make trees more susceptible to insects and disease problems. Trees have become increasingly important in the face of a...
by jravirginia | Mar 6, 2026 | Community Conservation, Conservation Tips, News, River Hero Home |
Install a Rain Barrel and Plant Native at Home this Spring This spring, the City of Hopewell Stormwater Department and the James River Association are offering a FREE rain barrel workshop to residents of Hopewell. This workshop is intended to educate residents about...
by jravirginia | Mar 6, 2026 | Community Conservation, Conservation Tips, News, River Hero Home |
Install a Rain Barrel and Plant Native at Home this Spring Spring is on its way and the James River Association is offering FREE rain barrel and native plants workshops to residents of the City of Petersburg. These workshops are intended to educate residents about...
by jravirginia | Dec 14, 2025 | Community Conservation, Conservation Tips, News, River Hero Home |
Why do you winterize your rain barrel? If you use a rain barrel to harvest rainwater, it is important to consider winterizing it before below freezing temperatures take hold. Below freezing temperatures can damage your rain barrel and reduce its lifespan. By...
