Announcing our 2026 Valley Treasure – Joan Chapman
This year, we are proud to recognize Joan Chapman of Woodstock, VA, the founder and leader of Shenandoah Reel Women,...
Roadless Rule at Risk: Speak Up Now to Protect GW National Forest
The federal government has issued a proposal to rescind the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, posing a threat to the clean water and tourism economy that the George Washington National Forest provides to the Shenandoah Valley.
Naked Creek Proposal: Campground Scale at Odds with Page Comp Plan
We support campgrounds, but we believe commercial-scale resorts like this proposal would be more appropriate on primary highway corridors equipped to handle them, not tucked into pristine agricultural and woodland zones.
The Next Generation of Conservation
The goal of conservation is to manage and preserve our natural resources, ecosystems, and wildlife for future generations to enjoy....
Expanding Our Impact: Welcoming Appalachian Conservation Corps
This summer, our team grows as we welcome two members of the Appalachian Conservation Corps (ACC). From May to September, these early-career conservationists will lead a critical regional effort to enhance our local waterways.
In Page & Warren Counties, Hands-on “Speed-Dating” Workshops Advance Local Conservation Goals
The Alliance’s Shenandoah Valley Conservation Collaborative and conservation partners are hosting a series of hands-on workshops to connect Valley landowners...
2025 Annual Report
If 2025 was a test, it was also a proof of concept. Our deep-rooted relationships kept vital projects moving in creative ways. When funding was at its most uncertain last spring, community members like you stepped up to ensure we didn’t miss a beat.
Tracking Conservation in the 2026 General Assembly
Halfway through this year’s legislative session, our focus remains on bringing a rural perspective to Richmond, grounded in what matters...
SVCC Receives Grant Funding to Help Valley Landowners with Riparian Buffer Maintenance
Alliance for the Shenandoah Valley, supported by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR), is launching a new effort...
Planning for Responsible Data Center Development in the Valley
The rapid expansion of data centers across Virginia presents complex challenges for local governments. While these facilities can contribute to...