by Jamie Brunkow | Sep 24, 2019 | James Riverkeeper, News, Wildlife of the James |
An ancient creature is returning to the James River. It is continuing an annual migration that has taken place for eons, traveling great distances to reach its home spawning grounds. You can witness this endangered species return the James River where its population...
by Ben Watson | Sep 20, 2019 | James River Watch, News, Volunteer |
Fall is on the doorstop, school’s back in session, the sturgeon are returning; and thanks to our volunteers, another year of James River Watch is in the books! Highlights and site-specific stats are summarized below, but we should first acknowledge our...
by jravirginia | Sep 17, 2019 | News, Press Release |
PRESS STATEMENTFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:September 17, 2019CONTACT:Bill StreetChief Executive Officer(757) 634-4541bstreet@thejamesriver.orgJames River Selected as Finalist for International RiverprizeThe James River has been selected as a finalist for the 2019 Thiess...
by jravirginia | Sep 17, 2019 | News |
Why (we think) the James River deserved to win? The Thiess International Riverprize is considered the most coveted award of river and watershed restoration and is based on accomplishments in integrated river basin management! Being one of the finalists is a tremendous...
by Anna Killius | Sep 6, 2019 | Advocacy, News |
If you’re like me, “Back to School” can only mean one thing… a mad scramble to finish your summer reading on time! This summer, Virginia’s Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) had a little summer reading of its own, reviewing over 4,800 public comments about...
by Ryan Walsh | Sep 5, 2019 | From The Marsh, News, Watershed Restoration, Wildlife of the James |
Marshes, like most other habitats, are best described by the plants that live in them. Differing conditions, such as the fluctuation of salinity and temperature, can allow for varied species to colonize areas. The marshes of Hampton Roads are home to many unique...