It happens too often and in too many communities around the country: A responsible, environmentally conscious citizen takes the important step of converting her lawn to native plants, only to be reprimanded by her homeowners association for growing “weeds,” leaving stalks up for birds, or refusing to use pesticides. But even in an HOA, a […]
Join the Virginia Working Landscapes team for a conversation with social scientists from Virginia Tech and University of Maryland as we discuss ways in which social science can be used to learn from our communities to maximize conservation impact. With opportunities to: -Learn about local human dimensions research involving landowners, managers, and citizen scientists. -Help […]
The Rappahannock River Roundtable and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) are teaming up to host an informational meeting for prospective grantees interested in applying or partnering on an application to the Chesapeake Bay Stewardship Fund. Please email info@rappahannockroundtable.org to register NFWF recently announced the request for proposals for the Small Watershed Grant program which […]
Efforts to reduce water pollution can also achieve hazard mitigation plan goals. This webinar will provide examples of how local planners have integrated water quality, such as Green Infrastructure, into their Hazard Mitigation Plans. The Mid-Atlantic Planning Collaboration is pleased to announce this webinar series exploring the vital connections and partnerships between planners and the health of […]
Join our partners at Tree Fredericksburg for their tree planting project on Saturday, March 19th from 9 am to noon at Great Oaks neighborhood. We will gather at 1001 Century Oak Drive about 8:50 am. We plant rain or shine. All tools will be provided including gloves and safety vests. We start promptly at 9 am […]
The Rappahannock River Basin Commission will be meeting in person in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Venue TBD. The Rappahannock River Basin Commission is comprised of the members of the Virginia Senate, Virginia House of Delegates, and one member from each local Board of Supervisors and City Councils that serve municipalities or districts of the Rappahannock River watershed. […]
The Rappahannock River Basin Commission Technical Advisory Committee meets monthly to discuss a broad range of environmental and conservation topics pertaining to the Rappahannock River. This group provides feedback and recommendations to the Rappahannock River Basin Commission. Please contact Eldon James for more information and get involved with meetings ejames7@me.com. Rappahannock River Basin Commission
The Rappahannock River Basin Commission Technical Advisory Committee meets monthly to discuss a broad range of environmental and conservation topics pertaining to the Rappahannock River. This group provides feedback and recommendations to the Rappahannock River Basin Commission. Please contact Eldon James for more information and get involved with meetings ejames7@me.com.
How are localities leveraging conservation, open space and parks funding to maximize economic development, environmental stewardship, and quality of life? This webinar will explore the policies and opportunities that support conservation, recreation and open space at the local level. The Mid-Atlantic Planning Collaboration is pleased to announce this webinar series exploring the vital connections and partnerships between planners […]
Having trouble understanding the extent of ground-mounted solar panel array effects to wetland resources? You are not alone. Close to 10 years ago, the State of Vermont started incentivizing solar which lead to the unintended consequence of increased pressure to develop within and adjacent to wetland resources. This pressure has generated a greater knowledge of […]
The Rappahannock River Basin Commission Technical Advisory Committee meets monthly to discuss a broad range of environmental and conservation topics pertaining to the Rappahannock River. This group provides feedback and recommendations to the Rappahannock River Basin Commission. Please contact Eldon James for more information and get involved with meetings ejames7@me.com.
Join the Rappahannock Rapidan Regional Commission for the quarterly Land Use and Environment Meeting. The Land Use & Environment Committee is an opportunity for land use administrators, planners, and environmental managers from all counties and towns throughout the 5 county region to discuss and exchange information on topical issues related to local, state, and federal […]
