Department of Conservation and Recreation
Conserve. Protect. Enjoy.
Department of Conservation and Recreation
results in following insights.
Dozens of new groundwater isopod species in caves have been discovered through an international research collaboration with DCR. READ MORE
Red Hill is one of several conservation projects receiving honors. READ MORE
Native river cane is making a comeback thanks to volunteer efforts. READ MORE
State scientists monitor threatened northeastern beach tiger beetle populations READ MORE
Once a year, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation partners with members of the Professional TrailBuilders Association to host a two-day Sustainable Trail Building workshop, giving employees the chance to learn about the ins and outs of sustainable trail planning, construction and maintenance. READ MORE
Interested in becoming a Virginia Master Naturalist? Read why one DCR employee says the training is worth doing. READ MORE
See how Virginia gardeners have introduced native plants to their yards. READ MORE
Eastern Shore Chapter of Virginia Master Naturalists receive new grants to replace invasive plants with native species and install signs. READ MORE
Virginia State Parks staff use insecticides plus a tiny, non-stinging wasp to treat ash trees under attack by invasive emerald ash borers. READ MORE
Seedlings cultivated from native old-growth pine cones will be planted at Dendron Swamp Natural Area Preserve READ MORE
