by James River Association Intern | Feb 22, 2021 | Conservation Tips, News |
Have you ever cut a vine and it seems to grow back twice as large, choking out other plants? Have you ever noticed a large quantity of one species when fishing? You may have come face to face with an invasive species! Invasive species are flora or fauna that are...
by jravirginia | Dec 24, 2020 | James River Buffers, News |
by Deya Ramsden, Virginia Department of Forestry’s Middle James River Forest Watershed Project Coordinator Riparian areas are dynamic ecosystems that are affected by flooding and the movement of water. Trees common to stream and riverbanks have adapted to this dynamic...
by jravirginia | Oct 27, 2020 | News, River Hero Home |
Every time it rains, fertilizers, herbicides, bacteria from pet waste, and chemicals flow from our properties into local waterways. This pollution can make it unsafe for people and wildlife. The James River Association created the River Hero Home program to celebrate...
by jravirginia | Oct 6, 2020 | News, Watershed Restoration |
Are you a shoreline property owner? Are you concerned about erosion along your shoreline? Join the free upcoming webinar, hosted by the Living Shoreline Collaborative, to learn about options for protecting your shoreline from erosion (including opportunities for...
by Anne Marie Roberts | Jul 8, 2020 | James River Buffers, News |
This humid, rainy weather reminds me of the jungle and what plant is the quintessential jungle plant? Vines! Walking along streams and through the woods lately it appears that the only vines I see are the invasive species. Wisteria, English ivy, oriental bittersweet,...
