Department of Conservation and Recreation
Conserve. Protect. Enjoy.
Department of Conservation and Recreation
Virginia’s working farms and forests, battlefields and other historic sites, natural areas, parks and rivers are critical to its economy, culture and quality of life. In 1999, the assembly and governor established the Virginia Land Conservation Foundation (VLCF) to fund protection of these resources. The interactive map below depicts VLCF-grant projects funded since 2000.
| Name: | Hazelwood Farm |
|---|---|
| Category: | Farmland Preservation |
| Grant Round: | FY25 |
| Acres: | 339.00 |
| Locality: | Caroline County |
| Management Agency: | The Conservation Fund |
| Owner: | Private |
| ConserveVirginia: | Cultural & Historic Preservation, Scenic Preservation, Water Quality Improvement |
| Amount Awarded: | $440,750.00 |
| Applicant: | The Conservation Fund |
| Latitude: | 38.181414 |
| Longitude: | -77.231964 |
| Description: | The Hazelwood Farm project will protect 339 acres of prime, active farmland in Caroline County. The property is the home farm of farmer Cory Garrett, who farms more than 1,100 acres in the area. The property produces corn and soybeans and has significant frontage on the Rappahannock River. As part of their commitment to the land that provides their living, the Garretts manage their farm under the advisement of conservation and nutrient management plans developed in partnership with Natural Resource Conservation Service and Soil and Water Conservation District technical advisors. Located within Fort Walker's Priority IA area for buffering the Army's training installation, the Army will provide a significant amount of funding towards the purchase of this easement through the Army Compatible Use Buffers (ACUB) program. Virginia Outdoors Foundation is a key partner with The Conservation Fund and the Army and will hold the conservation easement. |
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