Events
Take part in one of the upcoming events near you. To have an event posted, please send an email to dana[at]vcnva.org.
Feb. 9 Timber Tax Workshop – Galax
Geared to the forest landowner and will address: timber definitions; timber basis; the sale of timber; treatment of annual expenses and carrying costs; exempting cost-share from income; reforestation tax incentives; forest/casualty loss, etc.
Feb. 9 Winter Tree Identification
Introduction to winter tree identification based on features such as branching structure, bark, buds, leaf scars, as well as other clues, including persistent and fallen fruits and leaves, aromatic twigs, and habitat. One two hour lecture and one field tr
Feb. 10 Timber Tax Workshop – Abingdon
Forest landowners, CPAs and foresters interested in learning more about forest casualty losses or the tax treatment of forestland should attend one of two timber tax workshops in Southwest Virginia.
Feb. 11 River Health and Recreation Public Forum
A panel of public health and environmental experts will make a brief presentation, followed by an open question and answer period.
Feb. 11 Wetlands: Watersheds to Plastic Pipes, and Beavers In-between
dynamic discussion about wetland ecology and management. After a summary and introduction about what makes a wetland, we’ll learn about the difference between habitat specialists and habitat generalists.
Feb. 13-15 Hike the Hill
Join the American Hiking Society and the United States House of Representatives Congressional Trails Caucus for their 3rd Annual Hike on the National Mall.
Feb. 13 Virginia Outdoors Plan Public Meeting - Richmond
State Planners from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are developing Virginia’s comprehensive plan for the acquisition, development and management of outdoor recreation and open spaces.
Feb. 16 Virginia Outdoors Plan Public Meeting - Front Royal
State Planners from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are developing Virginia’s comprehensive plan for the acquisition, development and management of outdoor recreation and open spaces.
Feb. 16 Virginia Outdoors Plan Public Meeting - Accomac
State Planners from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are developing Virginia’s comprehensive plan for the acquisition, development and management of outdoor recreation and open spaces.
Feb. 17-19 The Greater Virginia Sports & Big Game Show
You won’t want to miss this year! Jim Shockey will be on hand at the show Saturday and Sunday! Not to mention each time Randy Oitker comes to town he ends up breaking a new Guinness World Record. Maybe Harrisonburg will be good for him again!
Feb. 18 Woods and Wildlife Conference
Owners of woodlots large and small will learn how to maximize their property’s potential at the 9th annual Woods and Wildlife Conference.
Feb. 18-19 Sustainable Living Fair
24 workshops, more than 50 local businesses and organizations, an awesome film screening, and a few new fair features.
Feb. 18 Landowners' Woods and Wildlife Conference - Manassas
An all-day conference focused on teaching landowners how to manage the natural resources on their land. Learn, connect, and find sources of information and assistance.
Feb. 18 Loudoun Grown Expo.
Meet local farms, wineries and CSAs while sampling their goods at the second annual Loudoun Grown Expo! The event is free to attend, and reinforces the many reasons Loudoun is a great place to live.
Feb. 18-19 9th Annual Orange County Sportsman Expo
The Orange County High School’s Hornet Sports Center is transformed into an indoor gala sportsman’s market.
Feb. 20 Winter Plant Identification in the Coastal Region
Hands on training event - both classroom and lab exercises.
Feb. 21-Mar. 22 Tree Steward Training Class
Certified arborists, foresters, tree stewards and others will lead fourteen Tuesday morning classes on tree identification, tree biology, roots and soil, proper planting and care, pruning, tree pests, and more.
Feb. 22 Virginia Outdoors Plan Public Meeting - Collinsville
State Planners from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are developing Virginia’s comprehensive plan for the acquisition, development and management of outdoor recreation and open spaces.
Feb. 23 & Mar. 1 Two-Part Farm Transition Workshop – Powhatan
Families with questions about taxes, legal and family issues of transferring their land and agriculture, greenhouse, and nursery businesses are encouraged to attend the two day workshop series.
Feb. 23 Green School Challenge Kick Off
Second year! The Green School Challenge encourages Central Virginia K-12 schools to become environmental stewards to our region by developing low or no cost sustainable initiatives with JRGBC mentors.
Feb. 24-26 Western Virginia Sports Show
Virginia's premier travel and outdoor sports show. Top Seminars, Attractions, Demonstrations for everyone. Truly an event for the entire family.
Feb. 27-28 Roanoke Bike Summit
Help area municipalities, universities and businesses work toward achieving a Bicycle Friendly award from the League of American Bicyclists. Target audience is officials and staff from these entities, and key citizen volunteers.
Feb. 28 Gravel Road Maintenance Workshop - Harrisonburg
The state has a network of 9,467 miles of soil/gravel roads. There is an additional network of soil/gravel roads that are maintained by authorities other than Virginia Department of Transportation.
Mar. 1 Virginia Outdoors Plan Public Meeting - Chesapeake
State Planners from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are developing Virginia’s comprehensive plan for the acquisition, development and management of outdoor recreation and open spaces.
Mar. 8-9 Southeast Coastal Wind Conference - Charlotte, NC
Highlights Southeastern assets for wind energy deployment within the region. Topics will include the region’s supply chain, resource, and market strengths to educate decision makers about costs, benefits, and policy options for wind energy.
Mar. 8 Virginia Outdoors Plan Public Meeting - Roanoke
State Planners from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are developing Virginia’s comprehensive plan for the acquisition, development and management of outdoor recreation and open spaces.
Mar. 10 Flying Wild Workshop
If you would like to learn about birds and how to provide some fun birding activities to kids and adults, sign up for Flying WILD. Flying WILD is a conservation education guide featuring interdisciplinary hands-on classroom and outdoor activities.
Mar. 10-11 Leave No Trace Trainer Course - Bedford
Two day trainer course in Leave No Trace practices and ethics and to increase your level of expertise and confidence in teaching Leave No Trace skills and philosophies.
Mar. 11 Annual Potluck Dinner - Western Virginia Land Trust
The Western Virginia Land Trust is pleased to present “Rwanda: Coffee Farming Heals” at its annual potluck dinner on Sunday, March 11 from 5-7 pm at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Roanoke.
Mar. 12 Western Virginia Land Trust Potluck
Join fellow conservationists for a potluck dinner and lister to Jonna McGraw present on Rwandan coffee farming in the aftermath of the 1994 genocide.
Mar. 13 Virginia Outdoors Plan Public Meeting - Farmville
State Planners from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are developing Virginia’s comprehensive plan for the acquisition, development and management of outdoor recreation and open spaces.
Mar. 13 Real Forestry for Real Estate – Fredericksburg
Real Forestry for Real Estate is part of a strategy to put sound forest management information into the hands of the new owners. Can help you become more knowledgeable about your product! VDPOR Approved for 8 PLE/CE/Appraiser Credits.
Mar. 14 Ending Nature-Deficit Disorder - Leesburg
The Piedmont Environmental Council is excited to bring Richard Louv, best-selling author of Last Child in the Woods and The Nature Principle, to the Piedmont. Join us at Tuscarora High School at 7pm. Tickets are $12/adult, $8/student.
Mar. 15 Gravel Road Maintenance Workshop
The state has a network of 9,467 miles of soil/gravel roads. There is an additional network of soil/gravel roads that are maintained by authorities other than Virginia Department of Transportation.
Mar. 15 Virginia Outdoors Plan Public Meeting - Charlottesville
State Planners from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are developing Virginia’s comprehensive plan for the acquisition, development and management of outdoor recreation and open spaces.
Mar. 15 Ending Nature-Deficit Disorder - Charlottesville
The Piedmont Environmental Council is excited to bring Richard Louv, best-selling author of Last Child in the Woods and The Nature Principle, to the Piedmont. Join us at the Paramount Theater at 7pm. Tickets are $12/adult, $8/student.
Mar. 16 The Environment in Virginia's Past and Future - Richmond
Focusing on the historic relationship between Virginia's environment and its people. The conference is sponsored by the Virginia Historical Society and made possible by a generous grant from the Virginia Environmental Endowment.
Mar. 18 Geology Lecture and Hike
Geologist Dr. Barbara Frank will teach a course with a general introduction to earth materials and geologic time followed by a hike to see folded mountain features, igneous activity dating back to Paleozoic Period.
Mar. 20 Potomac films at the DC Environmental Film Festival
Join Potomac Riverkeeper Ed Merrifield at a showing of films on the Potomac at the DC Environmental Film Festival.
Mar. 21 Virginia Outdoors Plan Public Meeting - Duffield
State Planners from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are developing Virginia’s comprehensive plan for the acquisition, development and management of outdoor recreation and open spaces.
Mar. 22 Virginia Outdoors Plan Public Meeting - Lebanon
State Planners from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are developing Virginia’s comprehensive plan for the acquisition, development and management of outdoor recreation and open spaces.
Mar. 24 Amphibians of Northern Virginia
Join expert naturalists for an “up close and personal” look at amphibians in our region. We will explore local frogs, toads, and salamanders through a slideshow and with live specimens! Be prepared to learn calls, habits, and life cycles.
Mar. 29 Virginia Outdoors Plan Public Meeting - Lynchburg
State Planners from the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) are developing Virginia’s comprehensive plan for the acquisition, development and management of outdoor recreation and open spaces.
Apr. 10-12 Environment Virginia Symposium
Collaboration, Innovation, Results - Building relationships among the public and private sectors. Exchanging information, technologies & services. Promoting ecological sustainability & economic prosperity.
Apr. 18 and 25 An Introduction to Birds and Birding
n this class you will gain a basic understanding of taxonomy and species; bird biology; the natural history of birds, including behavior, reproduction, migration; and the great diversity of birds and habitats. Second class April 25th.
Apr. 19 and 21 Spring Wildflowers
Did you know that ants are the seed dispersers for 30% of spring wildflowers? Learn how to pronounce myrmecochory, how to identify some common spring wildflowers and plant families, and the folklore associated with plants in this area.
Apr. 30 - May 2 VCU Energy and Sustainability Conference - Richmond
Advancing business with leadership in sustainability.
Apr. 21-22 Virginia Fly-Fishing Festival – Waynesboro
Nonstop free lectures and tips on where, when, and how to fly fish in the Old Dominion and across the globe as well as wine-tasting and live music.
May 26 Introduction to Local Stream Life - Arlington
Join Potomac Overlook naturalists for an exploration into the world that exists in our smaller local streams. Common fish, amphibians, birds, insects, crustaceans, amphibians, and other invertebrates will be covered through an interpretive slideshow.
June 2 - Race for Open Space
The fourth annual Race for Open Space. All proceeds benefit the land preservation efforts of the Western Virginia Land Trust.