Calendar of Events

2013 Events

May

Sunday, May 19, 3:00-5:00 pm - Trash Cleanup at Dominion Riverrock
This event is open to Dominion Riverrock festival attendees of all ages. Please wear sturdy shoes and clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. We will meet at the vehicle access bridge to Brown's Island and disperse from there. Trash bags, grabbers, and gloves will be provided. This is your chance to give back to the James River that provides such an awesome venue for Dominion Riverrock! Pre-registration is recommended. Sign-up now!

May 30, 6:30-8:00 pm River Hero Homes Session
To be held at the Eco-Discovery Park, 2054 Jamestown Road, Williamsburg, VA. Come learn how you can make your property better for the James River by making simple changes like installing a rain barrel, picking up after your pet, or planting natives. This certification program from the James River Association (JRA) is open to everyone living within the James River watershed. Pre-registration is required. To register contact Michelle Kokolis at mkokolis@jrava.org or (804) 788-8811 ext 204. Visit www.jamesrivehero.org for more information.

June

Saturday, June 1, 2:00-6:00 pm; 23rd Annual Westover Lawn Party
The Annual Westover Lawn Party is a signature event held each summer at Westover Plantation in Charles City, VA. This event, JRA’s largest fundraiser, centers on family and educational activities, live entertainment, great food and both a silent and live auction. For more information visit the Westover section of our website.

June 19, Noon-1:00 pm River Hero Homes Lunch and Learn
To be held at Region 2000, 828 Main Street, 12th Floor, Lynchburg, VA. Come spend your lunch with JRA to learn how you can make your property better for the James River by making simple changes like installing a rain barrel, picking up after your pet, or planting natives. This certification program from the James River Association (JRA) is open to everyone living within the James River watershed. Pre-registration is required. To register contact Michelle Kokolis at mkokolis@jrava.org or (804) 788-8811 ext 204. Visit www.jamesrivehero.org for more information.

June 19, 6:30-8:00 pm River Hero Homes Session
To be held at the City of Lynchburg Offices, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg, VA. Come learn how you can make your property better for the James River by making simple changes like installing a rain barrel, picking up after your pet, or planting natives. This certification program from the James River Association (JRA) is open to everyone living within the James River watershed. Pre-registration is required. To register contact Michelle Kokolis at mkokolis@jrava.org or (804) 788-8811 ext 204. Visit www.jamesrivehero.org for more information.

August

Saturday, August 3, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm RiverRats Training - Lynchburg
Training for JRA’s RiverRats program, to be held in Lynchburg at Riveredge Park, 150 Rocky Hill Road , Madison Heights, VA,  24572. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Please contact Amber Ellis at (804)788-8811 ext 205 or volunteer@jrava.org if you are interested. For more information visit the RiverRats program section of our website.

September

Saturday, September 21, 9:30 am – Noon: Rain Garden Maintenance and Cleanup
Help with weeding, planting, and mulching of several rain gardens. All tools will be provided. Please wear sturdy shoes and clothes that can get dirty. Meet in the parking lot behind Advance Auto, 6300 W Broad Street, Richmond. Pre-registration is required. To register, please contact Amber Ellis at 804-788-8811 ext 205 or volunteer@jrava.org.

November

Saturday, November 9, 9:00 am – 2:00 pm RiverRats Training - Richmond
Training for JRA’s RiverRats program, to be held at JRA’s Office located at 9 S 12th Street, 4th Floor, Richmond, VA. Lunch and refreshments will be provided. Please contact Amber Ellis at (804)788-8811 ext 205 or volunteer@jrava.org if you are interested. For more information visit the RiverRats program section of our website.

Year-Round

Eagle & Wildlife Eco Tours
On the first & third Saturdays of every month. 9 am - 11 am, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
On the first & third Sundays of every month. 7 am - 9 am, 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Experience the untamed beauty and majesty of bald eagles on the James River. Relax and enjoy their conservation success story aboard the Discovery Barge II, a 24 ft. pontoon boat. Departs from Deep Bottom boat landing in Varina, VA. $40 per person. Registration required. Contact Capt. Mike with Discover the James at (804) 938-2350. www.DiscoverTheJames.com.

Bald Eagle Photography Tours
On the second Saturdays of November - March. 9 am - 12 pm, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
On the second Sundays of November - March. 7 am - 10 am, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Experience the untamed beauty and majesty of bald eagles on the James River. Relax and enjoy their conservation success story aboard the Discovery Barge II, a 24 ft. pontoon boat. Departs from Deep Bottom boat landing in Varina, VA. $50 per person. Registration required. Contact Capt. Mike with Discover the James at (804) 938-2350. www.DiscoverTheJames.com.