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Virginia-based artist Cassandra L. Kim uses her creativity to highlight rare species in an exhibition opening on December 2, 2023, in Richmond. See a preview of the artwork and read insights from the artist. 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
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
Two trails that opened recently were made possible by recreation grants through DCR. READ MORE
Rick Myers, who led the state's efforts to restore Virginia longleaf pine ecosystems, has retired as DCR's longtime natural areas stewardship manager. READ MORE
Recent tiny (but mighty) land acquisitions will enhance public access at Clinch River State Park. READ MORE
It all began with a project plan for shoreline restoration at York River State Park and evolved into an additional project component that saved the surrounding wetland area and trail. READ MORE
Two juvenile bald eagles, found at different locations, were released at Lake Anna State Park located in Spotsylvania. The birds were treated at the Wildlife Center of Virginia until they were ready to be released back into the wild. READ MORE
