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 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...
by James River Association Intern | Jul 25, 2019 | Education, James River Expedition, News |
by Jordan Cramer, James River Association Intern Two weeks ago, I had the opportunity to join the Upper James River Expedition. With several JRA staff, we visited the Expedition Team for the last section of their trip, through the James River Gorge to Snowden, VA. I...
by jravirginia | Jul 18, 2019 | Education, James River Expedition, News |
Three James River Expedition trips are offered during the summer as three different week-long experiences for a total of 30 students and 3 teachers. With a focus on nature and being outdoors, students are “unplugged” for the week and are not permitted to bring cell...
by jravirginia | Jul 2, 2019 | Education, James River Expedition, News |
The first leg of the James River Association’s James River Expedition program is complete! The James River Expedition program is a 6-day on-the-water journey giving students the first-hand experience of James River wildlife, how the river benefits neighboring...
by jravirginia | Mar 15, 2019 | Education, James River Expedition, News |
Having grown up a few blocks from the James River in Newport News, the river has always played an important role in my life. In fact, behind my old elementary school, Hilton Elementary, is where I learned to swim, fish, and crab. So, imagine my joy when I was selected...
