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SUMMARY:Tree Planting at J Team Dairy
DESCRIPTION:Join PEC\, the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay and Maola Milk for a volunteer tree planting on Wednesday\, April 5 at the J Team Dairy in Orange County. Volunteers are needed for two shifts\, one from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and the other from 1:30 – 4 p.m.\, to help plant 450 native trees and shrubs along a tributary of Potato Run to enhance water quality and wildlife habitat as part of our Headwater Stream Initiative! \n\n\n\nSign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094aaea62ba6fb6-tree9#/ \n\n\n\nJ Team Dairy was established in Culpeper\, Virginia in 2002 by the Elgin family. They milk 220 cows focusing on strong herd genetics and high milk quality. The family farms 175 acres growing crops including corn\, rye\, and triticale. J Team Dairy is a member of Maryland & Virginia Milk Producers Cooperative Association (MDVA)\, proud producers of Maola Local Dairies products. \n\n\n\nThe Elgin Family approaches dairy farming with a focus on animal care and sustainability. In addition to the upcoming tree planting\, the farm is working closely with MDVA\, the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay\, and other environmental organizations to construct a bedded pack barn to reduce runoff to local streams and keep cows cool\, clean\, and dry. The farm also utilizes cover crop practices to keep soil and nutrients on the farm and out of local streams. \n\n\n\nVolunteer activities include tree planting\, which involves scalping (removing grass with a hoe)\, digging holes\, planting\, and pounding wooden stakes. If you sign up for an afternoon shift\, an additional activity might include quality control checks of the planted areas. This is a family-friendly event\, and volunteers of all ages are welcome! Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nWe are also looking for a few volunteers for prep work on Tuesday\, April 4\, such as measuring and pounding wooden stakes to mark planting locations\, organizing tree planting supplies\, and scalping. This role is intended for volunteers with prior tree-planting experience. Must be 18 or older. \n\n\n\nLocation: J Team Dairy3464 Oak Ridge RdCulpeper\, VA 22701
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/tree-planting-at-j-team-dairy/
LOCATION:Virginia
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SUMMARY:20th Annual Bluebell Walk: Benefits of Beavers\, Birds & Native Biodiversity
DESCRIPTION:Photo by Mike Stevens.\n\n\n\nJoin The Piedmont Environmental Council’s Julian W. Scheer Fauquier Land Conservation Fund for the 20th Annual Bluebell Walk on Cedar Run at Bonny Brook Farm in Catlett\, VA. \n\n\n\nThis family-friendly event is a delightful chance to walk amongst a beautiful streamside field of Virginia’s iconic and ephemeral bluebells on a private conserved property. Along the walk\, hear from experts covering a wide range of topics including beavers\, native meadow and riparian habitat restoration for birds\, butterflies\, and other critters\, invasive species removal and more! \n\n\n\n\nRegister →\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\, round trip the walk will be approximately one mile in length through fields. Please remember to wear sturdy shoes that are able to get dirty and bring your tall boots or waders — a special treat awaits those brave enough to wade across Cedar Run! \n\n\n\nCredit Matthew Hutchinson.\n\n\n\nNo dogs are allowed on this private property. There is no charge for this event. Donations are welcome for the Julian W. Scheer Fauquier Land Conservation Fund for continued land and water conservation efforts in Fauquier County. \n\n\n\nThe event is hosted by Mike and Margrete Stevens at Bonny Brook Farm in Catlett\, Virginia. \n\n\n\nRain or Shine! \n\n\n\nRegistration is not required but will help us to ensure adequate parking! Sign up on Eventbrite >> \n\n\n\nDisclaimer: We will be sharing the pasture not only with wildflowers but with wildlife and insects\, so please be respectful. As with all outdoor activities\, appropriate clothing and footwear are strongly advised. \n\n\n\nHeadline photo by Mike Stevens.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/20th-annual-bluebell-walk-benefits-of-beavers-birds-native-biodiversity/
LOCATION:Bonny Brook Farm\, 8446 Old Dumfries Road\, Catlett\, Virginia\, 20119\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tree Planting at the Buschow Property
DESCRIPTION:Join PEC for a volunteer tree planting on Tuesday\, April 18 at the Buschow Property in Culpeper County. Volunteers are needed for two shifts\, one from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and the other from 1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.\, to help plant 300 native trees and shrubs along a tributary to the Hidens Branch-Mountain Run watershed to enhance water quality and wildlife habitat as part of our Headwater Stream Initiative! We also need one photographer for each shift to document our success. \n\n\n\nSign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094aaea62ba6fb6-tree8#/ \n\n\n\nVolunteer activities include tree planting\, which involves scalping (removing grass with a hoe)\, digging holes\, planting\, and pounding wooden stakes. If you sign up for an afternoon shift\, an additional activity might include quality control checks of the planted areas. This is a family-friendly event\, and volunteers of all ages are welcome! Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nThis year we are also looking for a few volunteers to help complete prep work such as measuring and pounding wooden stakes to mark planting locations\, organizing tree-planting supplies\, and scalping. This role is intended for volunteers with prior tree-planting experience and will take place on Monday\, April 17. Must be 18 or older. \n\n\n\nOur tree plantings are rain or shine. In the event of dangerous weather\, we will reschedule the day’s planting. We will provide all of the necessary tools for planting\, extra water\, and snacks (no lunch will be provided – please pack your own). Volunteers are encouraged to wear boots or closed-toe shoes and clothing that they’re comfortable getting dirty. Please bring bottled water\, sunscreen\, and bug spray if needed. The terrain is mostly flat\, with a short walk to the planting site. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your shift begins\, as we will be conducting a brief training and walking to the site together! \n\n\n\nLocation: The Buschow Property8038 Conner DrBoston\, VA 22713
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/tree-planting-buschow-property/
LOCATION:Virginia
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SUMMARY:Protecting Shenandoah's Brook Trout
DESCRIPTION:Shenandoah National Park protects incredible natural resources including iconic brook trout\, but climate change knows no boundaries and is already increasing temperatures in the Park. Many of the Park’s brook trout populations are in decline\, but there are bright spots\, and a new effort from the Park and Shenandoah National Park Trust seeks to understand where brook trout are doing well so those areas can be protected from other stressors. During this event\, we will discuss what we know about the status of brook trout in Shenandoah\, what makes their populations go up and down\, and what we can do to protect them. This event kicks off our celebration of National Park Week. \n\n\n\nhttps://www.snptrust.org/event/warming-waters-protecting-shenandoahs-brook-trout/?blm_aid=44834817
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/protecting-shenandoahs-brook-trout/
LOCATION:Virginia
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SUMMARY:Piedmont Mobility Alliance Spring 2023 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The spring meeting of Piedmont Mobility Alliance will be an opportunity to update one another and share resources/ideas to follow up on the successful February 24 Mobility Summit. \n\n\n\nFull Agenda \n\n\n\nHighlights include: \n\n\n\n\nDebriefing the summit\n\n\n\nUpdates from the working groups launched at the summit\n\n\n\nNews and Information about efforts to improve connectivity and access to the outdoors\n\n\n\n\nSubmit agenda items to Peter Krebs (pkrebs@pecva.org). \n\n\n\nRegister in advance for this meeting:https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAkdeGoqjwjGtZiRQ1Hc7EIDkTfogVQE91n \n\n\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/piedmont-mobility-alliance-spring-2023-meeting/
LOCATION:Virginia
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SUMMARY:Solar Open House in Warrenton
DESCRIPTION:How would you like to completely eliminate your monthly bills from Dominion Energy and have reserve backup power for all your critical household needs in the event of a power outage? Come see a solar photovoltaic (PV) power system designed and installed to do just that!  Meet representatives from The Piedmont Environmental Council and the Fauquier Climate Change Group who will explain how a growing grassroots movement toward solar PV systems on individual homes is a significant step forward in the long process of mitigating the consequences of global climate change. A representative of ProspectSolar\, the PV system installer\, will be present to demonstrate all the features of the system and to answer your questions regarding how a system can be tailored to meet your specific needs\, and to explain the process and cost/benefits of “going solar.” And Cal and Kathy Hickey\, the homeowners\, will be there to share their experience with the process from start to finish.  We look forward to seeing you on Earth Day! \n\n\n\nEvent address: 183 North View Circle\, Warrenton\, Va.  \n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact Kevin O’Neill with the Fauquier Climate Change Group at kevintoneill@yahoo.com.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/solar-open-house-in-warrenton/
LOCATION:Cal and Kathy Hickey’s House\, 183 N VIEW CIR\, Warrenton\, Virginia\, 20186\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Fauquier Climate Change Group":MAILTO:sustainablewarrenton@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Tree Planting at Hackley's Country Store
DESCRIPTION:Join PEC for a volunteer tree planting Saturday\, April 22 (Earth Day) at Hackley’s Country Store in Rappahannock County. Volunteers are needed for two shifts\, one from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. and the other from 1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.\, to help plant 300 native trees and shrubs along a tributary to the Glascock Run-Rappahannock River watershed to enhance water quality and wildlife habitat as part of our Headwater Stream Initiative! We also need one photographer for each shift to document our success.  \n\n\n\nSign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904094aaea62ba6fb6-tree10#/ \n\n\n\nVolunteer activities include tree planting\, which involves scalping (removing grass with a hoe)\, digging holes\, planting\, and pounding wooden stakes. This is a family-friendly event\, and volunteers of all ages are welcome! Volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nThis year we are also looking for a few volunteers to help complete prep work such as measuring and pounding wooden stakes to mark planting locations\, organizing tree-planting supplies\, and scalping. This role is intended for volunteers with prior tree-planting experience and will take place on Friday\, April 21. Must be 18 or older. \n\n\n\nOur tree plantings are rain or shine. In the event of dangerous weather\, we will reschedule the day’s planting. We will provide all of the necessary tools for planting\, extra water\, and snacks (no lunch will be provided – please pack your own). Volunteers are encouraged to wear boots or closed-toe shoes and clothing that they’re comfortable getting dirty. Please bring bottled water\, sunscreen\, and bug spray if needed. The terrain is mostly flat\, with a short walk to the planting site. Please arrive 5-10 minutes before your shift begins\, as we will be conducting a brief training and walking to the site together! \n\n\n\nLocation: Hackley’s Country Store14820 Lee HwyAmissville\, VA 20106
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/tree-planting-hackleys-country-store/
LOCATION:Virginia
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SUMMARY:Tree Planting at Cool Lawn Farm
DESCRIPTION:Come help plant trees in a riparian forest buffer at Cool Lawn Farm (of Moo Thru Ice Cream fame!) in Remington\, VA. This volunteer event is hosted by Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay with Friends of the Rappahannock\, PEC and John Marshall SWCD. \n\n\n\nWhat to wear & bring: Please dress for the weather\, we are rain or shine! Volunteers need to wear long pants\, clothes that can get dirty\, and close-toed shoes (boots recommended). We also recommend a hat\, sunscreen\, and gloves if you have them. Please bring water for yourself. \n\n\n\nLocation: This planting location is in Warrenton\, VA. Upon successful registration for this event\, the exact event address will be sent to the registrant. Reminder emails are also sent approximately three days prior to the event and the day of the event via email. \n\n\n\nSign up: https://htru.io/SBpE
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/tree-planting-at-cool-lawn-farm/
LOCATION:Virginia
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