by Justin Doyle | Dec 4, 2025 | Conservation Tips, News, River Hero Home |
Road salt pollutes local waterways and harms aquatic ecosystems The winter months bring us cold temperatures and wintry precipitation like snow, sleet, and freezing rain that can make paved surfaces and sidewalks slick and hazardous. Each year, transportation...
by James River Association Intern | Jul 25, 2025 | James River Watch, News |
One day the James River may appear calm and serene, the next it’s rushing and wild. These daily changes aren’t just scenery, they affect everything from how fun your trip will be to whether it’s even safe to be on the water. Whether you’re...
by James River Association Intern | Jul 11, 2025 | James River Watch, News |
Each week, our dedicated James River Watch volunteers head out across the watershed to monitor key indicators of river health. One of these often-overlooked yet crucial measurements is conductivity, a simple test with powerful insights. Understanding conductivity...
by jravirginia | Jul 7, 2025 | Advocacy, News |
PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 7, 2025 CONTACT: TOM DUNLAP James RIVERKEEPER™ tdunlap@thejamesriver.org New PFAS Report Highlights Widespread Contamination in Virginia and Nationwide On June 26th, the Waterkeeper Alliance released a report (1) outlining the...
by jravirginia | Jun 27, 2025 | James River Watch, News |
In the midst of the heatwave, how does air and water temperature impact the health of the river? Temperature plays a critical role in the river’s ecosystem. Both air and water temperatures influence the delicate balance of life within the James River watershed. Even...
