Shoreline Erosion Control – Page 5

9 Dec 2016

Friends of the Rappahannock

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Agricultural and Farming, Climate Change & Sea-Level Rise, Environmental Guidelines and Regulations, Land Conservation, Plants, Trees, Gardening, and Lawn Care, Recreation in Nature, Shoreline Erosion Control, Stormwater Management and Water Quality, Waste Disposal and Composting, Wetland Protection and Preservation, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

Mission Statement Through Advocacy, Education and Restoration strives to be the voice and active force for a healthy and scenic Rappahannock River. Details Friends of the Rappahannock (FOR) was formed in 1985 as a non-profit, grassroots conservation organization. We … Continued

6 Dec 2016

Become a Master Gardener in 2017

by Tami McCauley | posted in: Plants, Trees, Gardening, and Lawn Care, Shoreline Erosion Control | 0

The Northern Neck Extension Master Gardener training course is offered biannually. The next training class will be January-March 2017. If you would like to register for the next class, contact the Northumberland County Extension Office at 804-580-5694. Click here for more info on the … Continued

6 Dec 2016

NAPS Sponsors Student Eco-Tour

by Mike Ahart | posted in: Recreation in Nature, Shoreline Erosion Control, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

By Shauna McCranie On October 6, NAPS sponsored Northumberland’s seventh and eighth grade Talented and Gifted students on a Chesapeake Bay Eco-Tour conducted by Capt. Danny Crabbe and his first mate/wife, Bonnie. The first stop was Purcell’s Seafood where the … Continued

10 Nov 2016

The Benefit of Buffers

by Alex | posted in: Plants, Trees, Gardening, and Lawn Care, Shoreline Erosion Control, Stormwater Management and Water Quality, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

Vegetated areas stabilize shorelines and stream banks, filter pollutants from stormwater runoff, and provide critical habitat for aquatic species and wildlife. All of these functions are crucial to protecting water quality in our rivers and the Chesapeake Bay. For more information, click here.

9 Nov 2016

Hull Springs Farm

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Shoreline Erosion Control, Wetland Protection and Preservation, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

Located in Westmoreland County, Longwood University’s Hull Springs Farm is a living, breathing outdoor classroom for educational events, research and other programs. Hull Springs Farm consists of 662 acres including farmland, forest, shorelines and wetlands contributing to extraordinary diverse wildlife habitat. Included in … Continued

8 Nov 2016

Conservation Easements for Landowners

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Shoreline Erosion Control | 0

Landowners may secure significant tax incentives for placing conservation easements on their property while at the same time protecting portions of the land and life that we love here on the Northern Neck from development. The Northern Neck Land Conservancy assists … Continued

29 Sep 2016

Living Shorelines Brochure

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Plants, Trees, Gardening, and Lawn Care, Shoreline Erosion Control, Uncategorized, Wetland Protection and Preservation | 0

Living Shorelines are a creative and proven approach to protecting tidal shorelines from erosion. The technique consists of planting native wetland plants and grasses, shrubs, and trees at various points along the tidal water line. Plantings are often coordinated with … Continued

22 Sep 2016

Shorelines, Coves & Underwater Grasses

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Plants, Trees, Gardening, and Lawn Care, Shoreline Erosion Control, Stormwater Management and Water Quality | 0

From the earliest days of humans slogging through vast reaches of black needlerush, the shores of the Northern Neck have shaped the character of cultural activity and the pace of social change. The Nomini Indians who camped along the Potomac … Continued

31 Jul 2016

Northern Neck Soil and Water Conservation District

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Agricultural and Farming, Environmental Guidelines and Regulations, Shoreline Erosion Control, Stormwater Management and Water Quality, Wetland Protection and Preservation | 0

Mission Statement To promote the stewardship of natural resources through leadership, education, and technical assistance for all resource users and to engender a trusted relationship between the District and these users. Details The Northern Neck Soil & Water Conservation District … Continued

30 Jul 2016

Northern Neck Master Naturalists

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Plants, Trees, Gardening, and Lawn Care, Shoreline Erosion Control, Stormwater Management and Water Quality, Wetland Protection and Preservation, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

Mission Statement The Virginia Master Naturalist Program is a statewide corps of volunteers providing education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities. The Northern Neck Master Naturalist chapter was established … Continued