Join Chesapeake Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve-VA in an exploration of flooding: from risks to solutions. Learn how to assess the hazards, address the impacts, and find the funding. Learn more and register here.

Join the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay to learn more about the process and science of livestaking. Livestaking is a quick and simple way to acquire cuttings of fast-growing trees and shrubs that thrive in wet areas. Species like elderberry, boxelder, buttonbush, and others are all good species for livestaking. Register and learn more here.

The York River Garden Club will hold a talk by Susan Walton, a Master Naturalist with experience with butterflies, at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 8 at Bethany United Methodist Church, 1860 Hayes Road, Gloucester Point. Future meetings include a talk about pollinator plants by Gloucester Master Gardener Rose Sullivan. The club meets the second Thursdays […]

How did African slavery begin in the Virginia Colony and did they seek freedom from their condition?  Did any European indentured servants and Native Americans resist their lot as well?  During this walk, you will discover stories of rebellious conspiracies and courageous runaways and how they overcame the challenging terrain of Tidewater Virginia to elude their […]

Join Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake for this gathering of faithful green leaders from congregations throughout the Chesapeake Bay. This will be an opportunity for shared learning, inspiration, reflection, celebration, and fellowship. More information and registration here.

Phil Farina from Clear Creek Systems, a firm specializing in water treatment, will join Brent Walls, Upper Potomac Riverkeeper, in speaking about treatment and destruction technologies for PFAS, a group of toxic “forever chemicals” that are found throughout our homes and environment. PRKN has been advocating for more public information about PFAS risks and what […]

In March 2023, the Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee brought together scientific and management experts to assess stream restoration practices. Over the course of three days, the group explored common practices, assessment approaches, and ecosystem impacts with the goal of improving restoration outcomes. On Wednesday, February 21st, learn about the process and conclusions of the […]

CBNERR-VA is bringing the shore to you! Learn all about the importance of beaches and barrier islands. These places that we love to visit in the summer protect our coasts, provide habitat for all sorts of critters, store carbon, and even migrate! To find out how, we’ll hear from graduate student Mary Bryan Barksdale as […]

Listening sessions gather feedback and ideas from experts, stakeholders, committees and individuals to inform CBP work groups and help them provide recommendations moving beyond 2025. Audiences familiar with the Chesapeake Bay Program, the Beyond 2025 effort, and/or clean water are especially encouraged to attend. Learn more at https://www.chesapeakebay.net/what/event/star-meeting-february-2024.

The Virginia Society of Landscape Designers 64th Annual Winter Forum is February 24 at Laurel Ridge Community College, 6480 College Street, Warrenton, VA 20187. Guest speakers: Professors Doug Tallamy will present Natures Best Hope. Professor  Kelsey  Johnson will present Saving the Darkness. Nonmembers cost $85.00. Registration includes event presentations, buffet lunch, free parking. Registration deadline is January 30th, […]

The Woods & Wildlife Conference provides information, tools, and personal contacts to help private woodland owners keep their woods, and the wildlife that live in them, healthy and productive. A variety of topics are offered to appeal to owners of both small & large tracts, and both new & experienced owners. Daniel Technology Center, Culpeper […]

Colonial Soil and Water Conservation District invites you to join them at the Quinton Community Center on February 26th for our Annual Spring Outreach Event. There will be information on all of the programs currently offered as well as those offered through conservation partners. You will also have the opportunity to learn about the exciting […]

This webinar will discuss the impacts of climate change on the health of disfavored communities. Register at https://www.anacostiaparkcommunity.org/upcoming-events/community-impact-studio-on-public-health-climate-change.

The Maryland Water Monitoring Council's Information Management and Communication Committee proudly presents this webinar with Joe Beaman, Office of Water, EPA! Register here.

Is this your first time applying for a federal grant? Do you find the process intimidating? Then come speak to professionals with decades of experience with federal grants! REGISTER HERE. Learn the basics of applying for a federal grant and skills like: 1. Registrations needed to apply. 2. Application process and necessary documentation. 3. Implementation/ […]

In partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service National Conservation Training Center, the U.S. Geological Survey National Climate Adaptation Science Center (NCASC) invites all audiences interested in the intersection between climate and environmental justice and environmental research to join them every other Thursday (3-4 PM ET) from Feb. 29 – May 9, 2024, for […]