• Big Canoe Paddle

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    Experience autumn on the James with the James River Association on a guided paddle in a 13-person big canoe on the tidal James River, just below Richmond's famous rapids. Take in fall colors, watch for local wildlife, and explore the area's natural and human history while paddling together. Tours last two hours, with approximately 60 […]

  • Big Canoe Paddle

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    Upcoming paddles at the James A. Buzzard River Education Center: October: 20, 21, 26, 27 (10 AM – 12 PM) and 30 (3 – 5 PM) 🎃 Halloween Family Paddle: Saturday, Oct 31, 10 AM – 12 PM November: 5, 12, 13 (10 AM – 12 PM) $25 ( Ages 16+)· $15 (Ages 5-15) · […]

  • Public Hearing on PFAS at the Richmond Airport

    Henrico Theatre 305 E Nine Mile Rd, Highland Springs, VA, United States

    Join the James River Association for a Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) public hearing and information session on Richmond International Airport’s proposed stormwater discharge permit. The hearing will be […]

  • Visitor Hours at the James A. Buzzard River Education Center

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    During visitor hours, stop by to explore the James A. Buzzard River Education Center, meet our educators, and learn how the James River Association protects the river and connects people […]

  • Community Tree Planting at East End Branch Library

    East End Branch Library 1200 N. 25th Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    Join the James River Association for a community tree planting at East End Branch Library on Friday, October 30. Volunteers will help plant native trees in the neighborhood surrounding the library as part of an ongoing effort to increase urban tree canopy in Richmond’s Fairmount neighborhood. This hands-on volunteer opportunity is a great way to […]

  • Big Canoe Paddle

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    Upcoming paddles at the James A. Buzzard River Education Center: October: 20, 21, 26, 27 (10 AM – 12 PM) and 30 (3 – 5 PM) 🎃 Halloween Family Paddle: Saturday, Oct 31, 10 AM – 12 PM November: 5, 12, 13 (10 AM – 12 PM) $25 ( Ages 16+)· $15 (Ages 5-15) · […]

  • Green Infrastructure Professional Learning Workshop

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    Back by popular demand, this is a shortened version of JRA's summer 2026 Green Infrastructure and PBL course. Learn more about green building practices and tour the newly renovated East […]

  • Species of the James! Pontoon Boat Tour and Wildlife Hike

    Jordan Point Marina 101 Jordan Point Road, Hopewell, Hopewell, United States

    Join James River Association educators for a pontoon boat ride to Presquile National Wildlife Refuge. We will disembark and take a stroll around the island searching for wildlife before returning […]

  • Visitor Hours at the James A. Buzzard River Education Center

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    During visitor hours, stop by to explore the James A. Buzzard River Education Center, meet our educators, and learn how the James River Association protects the river and connects people […]

  • Big Canoe Paddle

    James A. Buzzard River Education Center 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, VA, United States

    Experience autumn on the James with the James River Association on a guided paddle in a 13-person big canoe on the tidal James River, just below Richmond's famous rapids. Take […]

  • A Guide to Restoring the Little Things That Run the World with Doug Tallamy

    Join Wild Ones Greater Lynchburg Area Chapter and community partners for an evening with New York Times bestselling author and Homegrown National Park co-founder Doug Tallamy. Tallamy will speak in person on A Guide to Restoring the Little Things That Run the World, exploring the importance of native plants, insects, and everyday actions that support […]

  • Invasive Species Removal at Chapel Island

    Great Shiplock Park 2803 Dock St, Richmond, VA, United States

    Join the James River Park System Invasive Species Task Force in our ongoing habitat restoration project at Chapel Island. Meet in the parking lot at Great Shiplock Park at Dock and Pear Street. Registration is required, please click the link below to register. https://form.jotform.com/261816806872062