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  • Backyard Buffer Workshop

    Sneed’s Nursery 8756 W. Huguenot Road, Richmond, VA, United States

    The health of the James River begins on land, and our streamside forests are the river’s first line of defense. These essential natural areas consist of the trees, shrubs, and […]

    Free

  • Strategies for Invasive Plant Management in Riparian Buffers

    Charlottesville, VA

    Join conservation professionals and partners for a hands-on workshop focused on strategies for managing invasive plants in riparian buffers. Participants will learn seasonal approaches to invasive plant management through classroom and field-based instruction, with an emphasis on practical techniques that support successful riparian buffer restoration and long-term stewardship. The workshop will be held in Charlottesville, […]

    $10

  • Conservation Landscaping Installation at Belmont Branch Library

    Belmont Branch Library 3100 Ellwood Ave, Richmond, Virginia, United States

    Join the James River Association for a two-day volunteer conservation landscaping installation at Belmont Branch Library in Richmond. Volunteers will work alongside JRA staff to help install conservation landscaping and […]

  • Stewardship Saturdays at the James A. Buzzard River Education Center

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

    Roll up your sleeves, put on some gloves, and join the James River Association for an hour of environmental stewardship at the James A. Buzzard River Education Center on Saturday, […]

  • Backyard Buffer Design Workshop – Charlottesville

    Charlottesville, VA

    Join the Upper and Middle James Riparian Consortium for a hands-on Backyard Buffer Design Workshop in Charlottesville. This free workshop will provide practical experience with conducting a site assessment and designing a backyard buffer, with special attention to the different design considerations of small residential sites. The workshop is intended for riparian landowners, landscape designers, […]

  • Living Shoreline Collaborative’s 2026 Summit

    Jamestown 4H Educational Center 3751 4-H Club Road, Williamsburg, Virginia

    The Living Shoreline Collaborative will host its Annual Summit on October 6 at the Jamestown 4H Educational Center in Williamsburg. The theme is Advancing Living Shorelines: Science, Stewardship, and Innovation […]

    $15

  • Rain Barrel Workshop at Cunningham Creek Winery in Fluvanna County

    Cunningham Creek Winery 3304 Ruritan Lake Rd, Palmyra, Virginia

    Date & Time: Thursday, October 8, 2026 at 6:00 pm Location: Cunningham Creek Winery, 3304 Ruritan Lake Rd, Palmyra, VA Fee: $50.00 Join the James River Association, the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission, and the Thomas Jefferson Soil & Water Conservation District for a rain barrel workshop at Cunningham Creek Winery on Thursday, October 8, at 6:00 […]

    $50

  • Rain Barrel Workshop at Upper James River Center in Amherst County

    Upper James River Center 150 Rocky Hill Road, Madison Heights, VA, United States

    Date & Time: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 6:00 pm Location: Upper James River Center, 150 Rocky Hill Road, Madison Heights, VA Fee: $50.00 Join the James River Association for a rain barrel workshop at the Upper James River Education Center in Amherst County on Tuesday, October 13, at 6:00 pm. Staff members will instruct […]

  • Native Plants Workshop at Upper James River Center

    Upper James River Center 150 Rocky Hill Road, Madison Heights, VA, United States

    Date & Time: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 7:00 pm Location: Upper James River Center, 150 Rocky Hill Road, Madison Heights, VA Fee: Free Join the James River Association at the Upper James River Center in Amherst County on Tuesday, October 13, at 7:00 am for a workshop about native plants. Participants will learn about […]

  • Virginia Buffer Summit and Celebration

    Hungry Mother State Park 2854 Park Blvd, Marion, VA, United States

    Virginia’s Buffer Summit will be held on Wednesday, October 14th, hosted by the Upper & Middle James Riparian Consortium in partnership with the Clinch River Soil & Water Conservation District, Crater Planning District Commission, Rappahannock River Roundtable, Shenandoah Valley Conservation Collaborative, and the Virginia Department of Forestry at Hungry Mother State Park. The theme this […]

    $15

  • 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 to it through hands-on education. Take a short tour, check out the aquariums, and discover the building's sustainable features. Families can also enjoy the outdoor […]

  • Rain Barrel Workshop at Belmont Branch Library in Richmond

    Belmont Branch Library 3100 Ellwood Ave, Richmond, Virginia, United States

    Date & Time: Wednesday, October 14, 2026 at 6:00 pm Location: Belmont Branch Library, 3100 Ellwood Ave, Richmond VA Fee: $50.00 Join the James River Association for a rain barrel workshop at Belmont Branch Library in Richmond on Wednesday, October 14, at 6:00 pm. Staff members will instruct workshop participants on how to assemble and install rain barrels […]

    $50