Department of Conservation and Recreation
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Department of Conservation and Recreation
With more people coming out to the parks and enjoying the amenities that each one offers, Virginia State Parks saw an increase in attendance with 7,926,344 visitors in 2021. READ MORE
Frank Stovall, former deputy executive director at the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation in Williamsburg, recently joined the Department of Conservation and Recreation as its new deputy director of operations. READ MORE
Tom Smith, retiring from DCR after 31 years, reflects on leading Virginia’s Natural Heritage Program. READ MORE
Gov. Ralph Northam dedicates Piney Grove Flatwoods, home of the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker, as Virginia’s 66th natural area preserve. READ MORE
Virginia scenic river designation could be a tool to protect quality fish habitat, according to VCU study. READ MORE.jpg)
Plant more plants, and make them native. Check out these tips and resources for free trees, plant guides and ways to make your yard shine next spring. READ MORE
Natural Heritage cave and karst scientists help discover and excavate a fully preserved large cat skeleton. READ MORE
Funding for the state agricultural cost-share program is at an all-time high in 2021-2022. READ MORE
On September 24, 2021 the reopening and dedication of the Green Pastures Recreation Area was held, along with the historic signing of a Shared Stewardship agreement between the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Commonwealth of Virginia. READ MORE
National Public Lands Day provides opportunities to restore parks, trails, forests, natural areas and more. Because of increased visitation they are, or will be, in need of TLC. READ MORE
