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James River Buffers: Don’t Be Bitter About Leaf Litter!
We have enjoyed lovely autumn colors within the James Watershed this fall, and now the trees are beginning to shed their leaves in preparation for winter. With the cooler, shorter days, we will see more leaves falling and blanketing the ground. Not long after comes...
Taste of the James: Holiday Oysters
During the month of November, Virginians can now officially celebrate our cherished mollusks we all know and love, the Oyster! As the holiday season begins, we want to share the unique story of the Eastern Oyster along with some delectable dishes to serve at...
RFP: Tree Planting and Invasive Plant Management Services
Update 11/9/2022 Notice of Intent to Award This communication serves as the official Notice of Intent to Award for the Request for Proposal (RFP) for Tree Planting and Invasive Plant Management Services in Rockbridge, Bath, and Alleghany, VA issued by the James River...
Press Release: Virginia Freshwater Mussel Restoration Advances Under New Grants
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, October 31, 2022 CONTACT:CBF- Kenny Fletcher, kfletcher@cbf.org, 804/638-9036JRA- Erin Hillert, ehillert@thejamesriver.org, 804/215-6142Virginia Freshwater Mussel Restoration Advances Under New Grants Freshwater mussel...
Conservation Tips to Improve the Health of Your Yard
Fall is here and there isn’t a better time of year to implement river-friendly conservation practices right where you live. At the James River Association (JRA), we believe stewardship of our natural resources starts at home. These five conservation tips will improve...
James River Buffers: Gearing up for Planting Season
When the mornings start getting cool and crisp, and the leaves explode into vibrant yellows, reds, and oranges; most folks tend to think of things winding down. But here at JRA our restoration team is just getting ready to get the ball rolling on streamside forest...
James River Buffers Riparian Types
Did you know there are different riparian buffer ‘types’? Through our James River Buffer Program, we can help design, install and maintain (for three years!) a forested buffer on your property - at no cost to you! There are six main types of buffer plantings we...
Press Release: Celebrating the James River and the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, October 18, 2022 CONTACT: Erin HillertSr. Marketing & Communications ManagerJames River Associationehillert@thejamesriver.org608.239.2644Celebrating the James River and the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act The...
Meet our Riverkeeper – Tom Dunlap
Hello! I’m Tom Dunlap, and I’m taking the helm as the new James RIVERKEEPER™. I will be working hard to provide a voice for the James, bolster people's access to clean water in the watershed, and overall, advocate for a fishable, swimmable, and safe river. I will be...
Press Release: A James Changing Celebration for the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:October 11, 2022 CONTACT:Erin HillertMarketing & Communications ManagerJames River Associationehillert@thejamesriver.org608.239.2644A James Changing Celebration for the 50th Anniversary of the Clean Water Act The James River...
