by jravirginia | Jan 21, 2020 | Education, James River Expedition, James River Leadership Academy |
One of the James River Association’s primary strategies for a healthy James River is to help communities realize the benefits of a healthy river. Environmental education is a key way we do this. We work to inspire the next generation of river stewards and connect...
by jravirginia | Jan 9, 2020 | Education, News |
In 2019, the James River Association was awarded a Chesapeake Bay Trust grant for Falling Creek Middle School students to visit our James River Ecology School on Presquile National Wildlife Refuge. The Ecology School is a joint venture with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife...
by Charles Johnson | Jan 7, 2020 | Education, James River Leadership Academy, News |
The James River Leadership Academy (JRLA) is a year-long leadership program for rising 10th, 11th, and 12th-grade high school students who are interested in advocating for the future of the James River. Students will develop awareness of how to apply environmental...
by Charles Johnson | Nov 21, 2019 | Education, James River Leadership Academy, News |
The James River Leadership Academy (JRLA) students start off their second session with a beautiful ride on our pontoon boat from the ferry landing at Presquile National Wildlife Refuge traveling west towards the City of Richmond. The main conversations during this...
by Charles Johnson | Nov 12, 2019 | Education, James River Leadership Academy, News |
Partnerships are an important component of community conservation efforts. Partners can enhance community engagement in projects, increase community awareness of the issues in our watershed, and establish a structure for the support of our youth in the James River...
by Aaron Bouchard | Aug 1, 2019 | Education, James River Expedition, News |
The James River Middle Expedition is the adventure that all high school kids should experience during their summer break. This year, we spent the first couple of days getting over the hurdle of rainy days and wet gear. Overcoming these obstacles was key to bringing...
