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James River Buffers: Updates on Our Seasonal Stewardship Assistants
In 2022, the James River Stewardship Program (JRSP) was created by the Upper & Middle James Riparian Consortium to promote stewardship of riparian forest buffers. The James River Association (JRA), Virginia Department of Forestry, Natural Resource Conservation...
Press Release: Richmond’s Ginter Park Branch Library is Going Green
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Tuesday, February 6, 2024 CONTACT:Erin HillertDirector of Marketing & CommunicationsJames River Associationp: (608) 239-2644 e: ehillert@thejamesriver.orgRichmond’s Ginter Park Branch Library is Going Green! Residents are...
Living Shoreline Collaborative Partner Highlight: Shereen Hughes
Welcome to the Living Shoreline Collaborative’s (LSC) Partner Highlights! In this series, we are meeting with LSC partners to learn more about them, their home organizations, and why they have chosen to be a part of the collaborative.Our first partner highlight of the...
New Year – New Expedition!
It's a new year and with that comes a new expedition season at the James River Association! If you are currently a rising 9th 10th or 11th grade student within the James River Watershed you can apply to join this year’s cohort of expedition participants! JRLE is a...
Why Invasive Species Are Bad News for Riparian Buffers
What is an Invasive Species? An invasive species is a term for a species that evolved in a different part of the world and was introduced into a new (non-native) environment. These species can be plants, animals, fungi, etc., but the types of invasive species that...
Looking back on the 2023 Education Program
As I look back on 2023, the James River Association's education program has done amazing work throughout our watershed. Last year JRA worked with 21 public school districts and 11 private schools. We had approximately 17,500 students on field experiences and opened a...
Rain Barrel Winterization
As the cold days of winter arrive, it’s time to consider winterizing your rain barrel. Rain barrels are subject to harsh weather conditions. Disconnecting and storing them during the winter months can increase their longevity. Follow these three easy steps to prevent...
Press Statement: Top James River Priorities Addressed in Governor’s Budget; Opportunities Remain for 2024 General Assembly
PRESS STATEMENT FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:December 21, 2023 CONTACT:Erin Hillert, Director of CommunicationsJames River AssociationEmail: ehillert@thejamesriver.orgTop James River Priorities Addressed in Governor’s Budget; Opportunities Remain for 2024 General Assembly...
Conservation Landscaping Creates Habitat for Monarchs and Other Pollinators
Habitat loss and fragmentation, the introduction of invasive species and pathogens, pesticide use, and climate change has caused many pollinator species to experience population declines in recent decades. Some pollinators, like the iconic Monarch butterfly (Danaus...
Importance of Buffer Maintenance throughout the James River Buffer Program
The idea of a riparian forested buffer being established on your property probably sounds exciting and daunting all at the same time. On one hand, you get added vegetation and will need to mow your lawn less, but on the other hand you’re saying to yourself, “okay,...
