Chuck Frederickson
Chuck Frederickson is the Lower James Riverkeeper and monitors the tidal portion of the James, from the fall line in Richmond to the river's mouth in the Chesapeake Bay.
David Sligh
David Sligh is the Upper James Riverkeeper and patrols the river from the fall line at Richmond upstream to the river's source in the Allegheny Mountains.
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Wildlife of the James
Learn about wildlife found near the James River. A new species will be highlighted each month. Learn more »
Runoff Calculator
How does your property affect the James? Find out how you can have a more river-friendly home with a few simple calculations. What's in your runoff?.
Protecting America's Founding River
More than one-third of all Virginians rely on the James River and its tributaries for water, commerce and recreation. After generations of nurturing its people, the James River needs nurturing itself. Let the James River Association show you how to enjoy and protect this natural treasure.
It’s your river ... . learn its secrets!
The James River
Learn about the fabulous hidden life of the James River and what you'll find as each season unfolds. Secrets revealed. »
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Volunteer Training: Watershed Restoration & Maintenance
Saturday, August 28, 2010, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
Are you all about taking action? This session will train new volunteers how to lead watershed restoration and maintenance projects for JRA. Learn about rain gardens, trash pick-ups, buffer plantings, project management and more. Conducted on several sites, volunteers will learn about JRA's background, hear tips from restoration professionals and see a variety of project examples. We will work on at least one site, so please dress appropriately. This training is ideal for those interested in long-term volunteering with JRA. Ages 18 and up. Food and drink provided. Free. Call Heather to register. (804) 788-8811 x 205.
Vote for the Viewer's Choice Award
Thank you to all who entered the James and Me, Streaming the James Video Contest. View the three winners and vote for your favorite! The Viewer's Choice Award winner will be featured during the Redskin's Football game on Sunday 26th on Fox Richmond. www.JamesAndMe.org.
Help protect Wild Rivers
Join us on Monday, September 13 from 5-7 at the balliceaux located at 203 N. Lombardy Street in Richmond VA with special appetizers and drinks to support the Wild Rivers Program. Proceeds from this social will go toward the preservation of our rivers. Call balliceaux at 335-3008 for details.
Gerald P. McCarthy Award
William H. Street, Executive Director of James River Association has been awarded the 2010 Gerald P. McCarthy Award for Leadership in Environmental Conflict Resolution, awarded by the University of Virginia's Institute for Environmental Negotiation. Read more »
Conservation Tips
Check out this month's conservation tip on how to inspre others to use and love the James River. Read More »