On August 14, Fauquier County’s second Rappahannock River kayak/canoe launch officially opened at the Rector Tract with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, offering county residents a new public access point to the state-designated scenic river.
Sophia Chapin
2021 PEC Fellows conclude summer of learning
This summer PEC held its 15th annual fellowship program. From June 7 through 23, fourteen fellows joined PEC online to learn about conservation, urban planning, agriculture, historic preservation, public policy, and many other skills relevant to work in the environmental nonprofit sector.
Invasive Species in Your Own Backyard
Invasive species are everywhere in the Piedmont region, including your backyard. Don’t let invasive species take over your pristine yard and learn about the ways to identify an intruder.
Avoiding Invasive Species: Call Upon Your HOA
Homeowners need to get involved with their HOAs to ensure they avoid the use of invasive plants. There are several ways individuals can take action to do so, such as attending meetings, contacting the board members, serving on a committee, and creating volunteer events.
Stopping Invasive Species at the Source: What to Avoid at Garden Centers
One of the best things you can do to control invasive species in your area is avoid purchasing them in the first place. There are currently no restrictions on the sale of invasive species in Virginia and DC, so the responsibility falls on the consumer to avoid purchasing these invasive plants.
Why You Should Be Worried About Invasive Species On Your Property
Invasive species don’t just have consequences to the surrounding ecosystem. They can have serious impacts on your property as well- everything from time to money to the beauty of your land.
How You Can Get Rid Of Invasive Species On Your Property
Removing invasive species from your property may not be as overwhelming as you might think. Having the right information and resources can make the process of removing invasives a lot less intimidating and will give you a greater chance of having successful results.
Summer 2021 Newsletter
The summer 2021 edition contains articles about an exciting new story map with the Afro-American Historical Association of Fauquier County, expansion of the new Heyward Community Forest, installation of scenic river signs on the Moormans, land trust accreditation, on the ground updates from PEC’s 9 counties, and more.
Chapin, Sophia
Sophia joined PEC’s staff in June 2021 as the Communications Specialist. A Virginia local, she graduated from George Mason University’s Honors College with a degree in Environmental Science in spring 2021.