April 2019
Kites and Critters 2019
Join us for a day on the farm! Learn about local conservation groups, farm animals, fish, habitats and stream restoration.
Find out more »Backyard Botetourt
Join VCC’s Upper James Program Manager, Genevieve Goss, for this free event at the Fincastle Library. The theme of this evening’s Backyard Botetourt is "Earth Day & Pollinator Fair."
Find out more »May 2019
Botetourt Community Partnership
Topic: What we're losing.
In recognition of Endangered Species Day, the BCP will take a look at protecting native wildlife, the sustainability of local agriculture, and culture heritage.
Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan Workshop
Topic: Cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay
The Upper James Resource Conservation and Development Council hosts this workshop to discuss Virginia's Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan.
Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan Workshop
Topic: Cleaning up the Chesapeake Bay
The Upper James Resource Conservation and Development Council hosts this workshop to discuss Virginia's Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan.
July 2019
Visit us at Red Wing Roots
Attending the Red Wing Roots Music Festival in Mount Solon? Be sure to head over to "nonprofit row" and visit the tent hosted by VCC and partners at Friends of the Middle River. Just look for the kayak! We'll be sharing information about our organizations, handing out some neat souvenirs, and would love to chat with you about conservation in the Shenandoah Valley.
Find out more »August 2019
August Botetourt Community Partnership
Summer greetings! As suggested at our last meeting, the next meeting of the Botetourt Community Partnership will take place at Titan Roanoke Cement on August 28 at 9 am. We'll enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast, have a chance to catch up on local news & events, and tour RCC's incredible riparian buffer and other environmental improvements. Please enter the Plant at Gate 1 from 6071 Catawba Rd (Rt 779) and park on the right. Our meeting will be upstairs in…
Find out more »September 2019
Backyard Botetourt, “Backyard Conservation”
Join us at the Fincastle Library (11 Academy Street, Fincastle) First things first! See what you can do to improve the overall health and environment of your own backyard and learn about special programs to fund conservation projects. To RSVP or if you have questions contact genevieve@valleyconservation.org.
Find out more »Upper James Farm Tour & Float
Join us for a float and farm tour on a conserved property in Botetourt! This event gives attendees a chance to visit a conserved farm on the scenic Upper James River, view riparian and grazing BMPs, and float the river. Oxbow Farm, 7797 Narrow Passage Rd, Eagle Rock, VA. To RSVP email Genevieve Goss: genevieve@valleyconservation.org
Find out more »October 2019
2019 Annual Meeting
VCC's Annual Meeting will be held in Verona from 4-7pm on October 13th. Tickets are $35/person. Schedule: 3:30 - Riparian Walk 4:00 - 7:00 - Reception, Silent Auction, and Member Meeting followed by Dinner To RSVP go to valleyconservation.org/rsvp Thank you to our sponsors, Myers and Woods Appraisal Group and Kjellstrom and Lee Construction!
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