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Drought Conditions Prompt Water Conservation Advisory
Drought Conditions Prompt Water Conservation Advisory As the James River and Virginia face significant drought conditions and extreme summer heat, river flows are getting low enough that some localities are initiating water conservation actions. The City of Richmond...
James River Buffers: Year Five of the James River Stewardship Program
The James River Stewardship Program (JRSP) has just begun its fifth and biggest year of the Program! In year one, there were two interns in one region, in years two through four there were four interns in two regions each year, and this year we have expanded to six...
River Health Deep Dive: Understanding Indicator Bacteria in Our Waters
This week, in our James River Spotlight, we're diving into a crucial indicator our James River Watch volunteers measure every week: bacteria levels. You've likely heard of E. coli, especially in news about water quality, but the specific bacteria we look for actually...
Historic Clean Water Funding Marks A Major Step Forward While Critical Gaps Remain
PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:June 22, 2026 CONTACT: Shannon OrcuttGovernment Affairs and Policy Managersorcutt@thejamesriver.org Historic $721.6M for Clean Water Funding Marks Major Step Forward, While Critical Gaps Remain James River Association (JRA) today...
Upper James River Expedition 2026
There is no classroom quite like the James River. This week marks the launch of our first James River Expedition of the summer, sending a group of passionate students ages 14–18 out on a 5-day, 4-night journey of discovery, teamwork, and conservation. From conquering...
Conservation Tips: Watering Trees
Summertime in Virginia comes with hot and, at times, dry weather that can be very stressful for trees. Heat stress and drought conditions can make trees more susceptible to insects and disease problems. Trees have become increasingly important in the face of a...
James River Outfitters: Kayak Rentals, Tubing, Boat Rentals & Guided Trips in Virginia
Summer is finally here, and there is no better way to cool off than on the water! To make planning your next adventure seamless, we have put together the ultimate guide to the best James River outfitters in Virginia. Whether you are looking to rent a kayak in...
James River Association Calls for Urgent Action Needed to Address Impending Crisis at Shoosmith Landfill
PUBLIC STATEMENTFor Immediate ReleaseJune 3, 2026Urgent Action Needed to Address Impending Crisis at Shoosmith Landfill James River Association is calling for urgent state intervention and funding to address the growing threat of an environmental and public health...
50 Years, 50 Hikes: Explore the James River Watershed
For half a century, the James River Association has worked to ensure a vibrant future for the river we all rely on. To celebrate our 50th anniversary, we are inviting you to explore the beauty of our watershed with our curated list of 50 top hikes. Whether you are...
Press Release: James River Watch Kicks Off New Season
PRESS RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:May 27, 2026 CONTACT: Anna LukeDirector of Marketing and Communicationsaluke@thejamesriver.org James River Watch Kicks Off New Season with Expanded Access for River Users Record volunteer participation, Spanish-language website, and...
