Summer 2016 Newsletter

By VCC on Friday, July 15th, 2016 in Agricultural Vitality, Atlantic Coast Pipeline, Conservation Easements, Newsletters | No Comments

Our summer 2016 Vision newsletter highlights conservation easements and our partnerships to preserve farmland. To view the newsletter (full screen recommended) and to download a copy, please click on the link provided. Have a great summer!  

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Natural Bridge Saved!

By VCC on Tuesday, May 26th, 2015 in Conservation Easements, Cultural Heritage, Natural Resources | No Comments

The Natural Bridge of Virginia, a National Historic Landmark once owned by Thomas Jefferson, certainly deserves preservation for its renowned history. During the process of finding and supporting a suitable buyer and outcome, we found that the surrounding acres also showcase a vast array of natural resources. The property hosts unique forestlands. Recent Virginia Division […]

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Caution Urged For Atlantic Coast Pipeline Pathway

By VCC on Wednesday, September 17th, 2014 in Agricultural Vitality, Atlantic Coast Pipeline, Conservation Easements, Cultural Heritage, Natural Resources | No Comments

In June 2014, Dominion Resources and its partners announced plans for a major new natural gas pipeline through Highland and Augusta Counties. If federal officials approve the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline, estimated to cost $4.5 billion to $5 billion, then Dominion and its partners will install a 42-inch pipe in a trench 10 to 12 […]

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VCC Hosts VA United Land Trusts Conference

By VCC on Thursday, October 2nd, 2014 in Conservation Easements, VCC Programs | No Comments

Members from across the Commonwealth of the Virginia United Land Trusts (VaULT) met in Richmond on Tuesday, 27 January 2015, to discuss proposed legislation for the General Assembly, to plan for its annual Land Conservation Conference, to receive updates from the Land Trust Alliance Southeast, and to conduct its annual election of members to its […]

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