This spring, the James River Association is offering educational programs that build awareness of the health of the James River and ways residents of its watershed can take action to improve its health at home and in their communities. Join us in-person at the James A. Buzzard River Education Center in Richmond, Virginia or participate virtually for the following educational programs.
Water Quality of the James River
Date & Time: Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Registration Options:
- In-Person: James A. Buzzard River Education Center, 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, Virginia
- Virtual: Zoom
Description: Join the James River Association on Tuesday, April 22, at 6:00 PM for an educational program about the health of the James River. Tom Dunlap and Michael Gillert of the James River Association will discuss the health of the James and review the State of the James. Participants will learn about James River Watch and how to get involved in monitoring water quality efforts this spring and summer. Participants will also learn about river-friendly conservation practices that can be implemented at home.
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This program is being offered in-person at the James A. Buzzard River Education Center and virtually via Zoom.
Green Infrastructure: A solution to pollution
Date & Time: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Registration Options:
- In-Person: James A. Buzzard River Education Center, 2825 Dock Street, Richmond, Virginia
- Virtual: Zoom
Description: Green infrastructure intercepts and filters stormwater runoff, improves local air quality, reduces the urban heat island effect, and provides habitat for wildlife. Join Justin Doyle and Katy Riley of the James River Association on Wednesday, May 7, at 6:00 PM to explore the roles green infrastructure plays in stormwater management and community resilience. Participants will learn about green infrastructure installed at the James A. Buzzard River Education Center and receive guidance on how to implement green infrastructure practices at home and in their communities. Click here for more information.
This program is being offered in-person at the James A. Buzzard River Education Center and virtually via Zoom.
Join the James River Association’s River Hero Homes program!
River Hero Homes is a community of stewards that realize the first step to a cleaner James River starts at home. Residents of the James River’s 10,000 square-mile watershed take a pledge and commit to adopting a minimum of three of the five following river-friendly conservation actions that reduce stormwater runoff.
- Scoop the poop. Pick up pet waste to prevent bacteria pollution.
- Use native plants. Use regionally native plants and remove invasive plants in gardens and landscapes.
- Reduce herbicide and pesticide use. Reduce or eliminate herbicide and pesticide use to promote a healthy ecosystem.
- Reduce fertilizer use. Reduce or eliminate fertilizer use to reduce nutrient pollution entering our waterways and encourage healthy soil by using compost.
- Conserve water. Reduce household water use and install a rain barrel to harvest rainwater for watering needs if possible.
Click here for more information about River Hero Homes and become a hero for the river today!
River Hero Homes would not be possible without generous support from Altria and DuPont Clear into the Future. Their support allows the James River Association to promote conservation and stewardship practices that support a healthy James River.