2300-acre conservation easement established in Isle of Wight County

DCR's newest dedicated Natural Area Preserve established in Isle of Wight County

VDOF, DCR and TNC partner to conserve forestland and water resource

Isle of Wight County has created a conservation easement on 2,348 acres of forestland that fronts the Blackwater River. This will conserve a large block of forestland, protect a vital source of drinking water for residents in South Hampton Roads and enhance the public’s recreational activities in the county.

DCR Natural Heritage Program 25th Anniversary Field Days!

Explore some of Virginia’s best-kept natural areas Oct. 8

Grassy Hill, Franklin County

Ryan Klopf - Mountain Region Steward, Virginia Natural Heritage Program Time: 10 a.m.

Location info here

September kicks off Fall Stewardship Virginia campaign

An official press release of the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation 

September kicks off Fall Stewardship Virginia campaign

Volunteers at our Virginia State Parks making a difference!

(Richmond, VA)— Stewardship Virginia, a statewide campaign to encourage and recognize voluntary activities with a tangible impact on Virginia’s natural resources, continues its ninth year with events across the state. The campaign features activities in the spring and fall. The fall portion runs through October 31.

Phragmites is like the kudzu of our wetlands

An official press release of the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation 

Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation recognized for efforts to control invasive Phragmites