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Did you know that there are now 43 Virginia State Parks and that there's one within an hour's drive of every Virginia resident? Find a park near you.
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Not everyone can say they're genuinely saving the world, but we at DCR say it every day. If you're interested in a conservation career, DCR is the place for you.
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Every five years, DCR publishes the state's most comprehensive land conservation, outdoor recreation and open-space planning document. The latest was published in 2024.
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+6 more things you need to know on Dam Safety Awareness Day. Dams are engineering wonders — workhorses that shore up clean water supplies, help irrigate crops and produce clean energy. But when they fail, they can cause sudden, catastrophic flooding. READ MORE
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Serving a diverse commonwealth rich in nature and culture, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation touches all Virginians' lives.
As the state's lead conservation agency, DCR protects what Virginians care about – open space, clean water, natural habitat, safe infrastructure and access to the outdoors.
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