by jravirginia | Sep 30, 2019 | Community Conservation, News, River Hero Home, Watershed Restoration |
We are inviting you to join us in celebrating River Hero Home month! Stormwater runoff continues to be one of the largest threats facing the James River. Every time it rains, fertilizers, herbicides, bacteria from pet waste, and chemicals flow from our properties...
by Anne Marie Roberts | Jul 23, 2019 | Conservation Tips, News, Watershed Restoration |
It’s fairly common to think that all plants growing are good, but taking a closer look, you may find intruders within your native forest. Non-native plants are, unfortunately, becoming commonplace for many landscapes and without management they can wreak havoc on our...
by jravirginia | Jul 16, 2019 | Conservation Tips, News |
We live on the Blue Planet, but water is scarcer than many people realize! Less than 3% of all water on Earth is fresh, and less than 0.3% of freshwater can actually be used. All of our lakes, streams, and rivers like the James are filled by only 0.01% of Earth’s...
by jravirginia | May 31, 2018 | James Riverkeeper, News |
At the James River Association we’re often asked “is it safe to swim in the James?” The best way to have a safe, fun time on the water is to be in the know before you go. Today we released a report Swimming Safety in the James – Know Before You...
by Amber Ellis | May 23, 2018 | News, River Hero Home, Watershed Restoration |
If you have a dog, then you have a chance every day to take a simple action that will help keep our streams and the James River safe from harmful bacteria. It’s easy…scoop the poop! Some people think pet waste is natural, so just leave it to fertilize their lawn....