Join the James River Association for a guided tour of Powhatan Creek by kayak. Participants will launch from James City County Marina and learn about the natural and historic resources of Powhatan Creek and the James River. Kayaks, paddles, and personal flotation devices will be provided by James City County. Demand is high, and these […]
In anticipation of the 40th Annual Batteau Festival, join the James River Association for free public batteau rides! Climb on board for a unique educational batteau 30-minute ride and tour of the James River, then enjoy lunch on your own at the food truck on site. Meet at JRA's Upper James River Center at Riveredge […]
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 […]
Celebrate Virginia's heritage, history and waterways at the 40th Annual Batteau Festival! Join the festival kickoff on Lynchburg on Friday June 13 and Saturday June 14 as the batteaus launch from Percival's Island for their eight-day journey along the James River. Festivities include: 🪕 Friday bluegrass concert with Holy River and the Hackensaw Boys 🛶 […]
WILD Presence: Discover the American Shad – A Benefit for the James River Association Explore "WILD Presence," a virtual journey into nature presented by Find Your Nature. This session shines […]
Join the JRA program or education staff for a new ‘Science on a Saturday’ experience on our 40-foot educational pontoon boat, the Spirit of the James! Each trip will feature a different in-depth ‘science lesson’ sharing the current health of our river, how our work impacts the river and what you can do yourself to […]
Join us for a workshop at the East End Branch Library in Richmond. Join the James River Association to learn about flora and fauna found along the James River. Staff […]
Living shorelines are nature-based approaches for shoreline protection and are the preferred stabilization method for tidal shorelines. In addition to stabilizing shorelines, they conserve and restore natural habitats and provide […]
Living shorelines are nature-based approaches for shoreline protection and are the preferred stabilization method for tidal shorelines. In addition to stabilizing shorelines, they conserve and restore natural habitats and provide […]
