Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs – Page 2

1 Apr 2021

Westmoreland County Household Hazardous Waste Event April 24

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Agricultural and Farming, Environmental Guidelines and Regulations, NNK Environmental Organizations, Plants, Trees, Gardening, and Lawn Care, Stormwater Management and Water Quality, Waste Disposal and Composting, Wetland Protection and Preservation, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

Spring 2021 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Saturday, April 24 from 9-2 On Saturday, April 24, 2021, Westmoreland County’s residents and property owners can drop off their unwanted hazardous chemicals and items such as florescent bulbs, that cannot be safely discarded … Continued

1 Mar 2021

Northern Neck Soil and Water Scholarship Applications Due April 1

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Agricultural and Farming, Climate Change & Sea-Level Rise, Environmental Guidelines and Regulations, Land Conservation, NNK Environmental Organizations, Shoreline Erosion Control, Stormwater Management and Water Quality, Wetland Protection and Preservation, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

The Northern Neck Soil and Water Conservation District (NNSWCD) is accepting applications for three $1,000 scholarships offered to students enrolling in a fulltime college program of study in natural resources or conservation/environmental studies in fall, 2021. Students who permanently reside … Continued

5 Feb 2021

Registration Open for March 20 Gardening in the Northern Neck Seminar

by Henry Riely | posted in: Plants, Trees, Gardening, and Lawn Care, Recreation in Nature, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

Registration is now available for this year’s Gardening in the Northern Neck Seminar, to be held via Zoom video conferencing on Saturday, March 20, 2021. Though we can’t get together in person for Gardening in the Northern Neck, we’re continuing … Continued

13 Nov 2020

Rappahannock Refuge Friends announce winners of their photo contest

by Ann Graziano | posted in: NNK Environmental Organizations, Plants, Trees, Gardening, and Lawn Care, Recreation in Nature, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

After receiving many wonderful pictures, the Friends have announced the winners of their first photography contest. Congratulations to all the talented winners. To see all of the submissions go to: https://rwrfriends.org/photo-contest-2020-gallery/ “Tobey’s Point” by Ivy Turner Munsey “Fishing Osprey” … Continued

5 Nov 2020

Virtual Tour of Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge

by Chase Mullins | posted in: Recreation in Nature, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

Come take a virtual tour of the Wilna Unit at Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge! Explore your local National Wildlife Refuge and discover all the wildlife, habitat, and recreational opportunities available that make it unique! Click here to view … Continued

15 Oct 2020

Virtual Refuge Week at Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge

by Chase Mullins | posted in: Land Conservation, Recreation in Nature, Volunteer Opportunities, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

October 11-17, 2020 National Wildlife Refuge Week celebrates the network of lands and waters that conserves and protects Americans’ precious wildlife heritage. This year, at Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge, you can celebrate Refuge Week virtually by following along … Continued

2 Oct 2020

Rappahannock Wildlife Refuge Friends

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Recreation in Nature, Volunteer Opportunities, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

Mission Statement The Rappahannock Wildlife Refuge Friends is an independent, nonprofit group of individuals dedicated to supporting the National Wildlife Refuge System and promoting awareness of the Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge through education and support. Details The RWR … Continued

1 Oct 2020

USFWS Rappahannock River Valley National Wildlife Refuge

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

Mission Statement Our Mission is working with others to conserve, protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plants and their habitats for the continuing benefit of the American people. Details The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service purchased the first tract of … Continued

17 Sep 2020

Wildlife Photography Contest

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

The 2020 Rappahannock Wildlife Refuge Friends (RWR Friends) Photo Contest is open to all, regardless of age or whether you are a member of the RWR Friends. You may submit as many entries as you want. Categories Wildlife: Fish, animals, … Continued

6 Jun 2020

Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week

by noneckenvironmental | posted in: NNK Environmental Organizations, Wetland Protection and Preservation, Wildlife, Fisheries, Birds, Insects and Bugs | 0

Join communities across the watershed in celebrating Chesapeake Bay Awareness Week The fifth annual event will be held June 6-14, 2020 The Chesapeake Bay is a national treasure, and plays a role in the lives of the 18 million people … Continued