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 ecosystem services. Volunteers are needed for a living shoreline installation. Volunteers will be planting along a shoreline, but need to be well prepared for hot […]
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 ecosystem services. Volunteers are needed for a living shoreline installation. Volunteers will be planting along a shoreline, but need to be well prepared for hot […]
From July 17-August 30, The Bond Millen Gallery in Richmond will feature the work of artist B. Millner with an exhibit called "The James and Other Waters." The artist, in collaboration with the gallery, will […]
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 […]
Join the staff of JRA and Artspace for a brand new experience on our educational pontoon boat, the Spirit of the James, and spend a couple hours sketching the James […]
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 […]
This training is now full - if you are interested in attending a future training session, please fill out this form. This training is for prospective new River Rats and […]
Join the James River Association for a rain barrel workshop at the Petersburg Public Library on Tuesday, August 5, at 6:00 pm. Staff members will instruct workshop participants on how to assemble and install rain barrels at home. Registration for the workshop is free and each registration comes with a 55-gallon drum and a RainRecycle […]
Join the James River Association at Petersburg Public Library on Tuesday, August 5, at 7:00 pm for a workshop about native plants. Participants will learn about the benefits of native plants, how they support local wildlife, and where to source them. Registration for this workshop is free and each registration comes with a regionally native […]
Volunteer at JamPacked! The James River Association (JRA) is excited to partner with WestRock and the JamPacked Craft Beer and Music Festival in 2025! JRA is gathering an energetic group of volunteers to assist the JamPacked Craft Beer and Music Festival in serving beer at vendor booths in exchange for drink tickets. All volunteers (21 […]
