Trying Something New in Smith Creek Watershed
One of the challenges of farming is how difficult it can be to try new methods—even if they have been shown to lead to reduced costs, increased productivity or improved farm health.
Expanding the Grassland Habitat Program
We are eager to assist farmers in adopting new bird-friendly practices such as delayed spring haying and summer pasture stockpiling.
Bringing All Resources
By weaving together the conservation staff knowledge and all available funding sources, we are able to channel resources to achieve the greatest impact.
2024 General Assembly Preview Watch Party
Join conservation advocates in the Valley to learn about legislative action anticipated in the 2024 General Assembly.
Transportation Planning & Land Conservation go Hand-in-Hand
With a guarantee that there will never be subdivisions, supermarkets, or strip malls to service, replacing a rural roadway with a four lane highway becomes a poor investment.
2023 General Assembly Preview Watch Party
Join conservation advocates in the Valley to learn about legislative action anticipated in the 2023 General Assembly.
The Outdoors is YOURS
Join us in Harrisonburg on December 1 for a conversation about how you use (or want to use) the outdoors – from neighborhood parks to the million-plus acre George Washington National Forest to the west.
El aire libre es SUYO
Acompáñenos en Harrisonburg el 1 de diciembre para una conversación sobre cómo usa (o quiere usar) los espacios al aire libre – desde los parques del vecindario hasta el Bosque Nacional George Washington de más de un millón de acres al oeste.
What’s so funny about Peace, Love, & Land Conservation?
How can one protect a viewshed, not only for today and tomorrow, but forever? Enter the land protection tool known as the conservation easement.
Our North Star – John Adamson
This year, we honored the late John Adamson with our first North Star recognition. In his words: Anything is possible with patience, politeness and persistence.