Vision
DCR, with the cooperation of partners and customers, is a leader in: providing tangible and lasting improvements to the quality of Virginia's resource lands and waters; serving as a trusted steward of the outdoor recreational and natural resources placed under its care; promoting the conservation and enjoyment of Virginia's diverse and unique environment and rich cultural legacy for future generations; protecting public safety through regulatory programs and conservation law enforcement; and recognizing the value of its dedicated and committed workforce.
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Virginia Regulatory Town Hall's website. There you'll find the agency's and its boards' regulatory content, such as proposed final regulations, Notices of Intended Regulatory Action, background information, and schedules for public meetings and hearings.
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Mission
To provide opportunities that encourage and enable people to enjoy, protect and restore Virginia's natural and cultural treasures.
Department of Conservation and Recreation
