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SUMMARY:PEC's Annual Virtual Auction & Paddle Raise
DESCRIPTION:The Piedmont Environmental Council’s virtual auction & paddle raise has become a well-known and well-loved part of our annual farm-to-table fundraising dinner. Our virtual auction items are all generously donated by our friends and supporters. Bidding starts on Friday\, Sept. 8\, and ends on Monday\, Sept. 18 at 9 a.m. \n\n\n\n\nView auction items →\n\n\n\n\nVisit pecva.org/auction to get a preview of some of the auction items that will be available this year!\n\n\n\nThis year’s items will include destination vacations abroad and stateside\, unique excursions to historic and natural places in Virginia\, beautiful art\, and so much more. \n\n\n\nIn addition to supporting PEC through our auction\, you can also make a donation through our virtual paddle raise (more information coming soon). All of the contributions made during the paddle raise will support PEC’s work in its four focus areas\, as outlined in the new strategic plan for 2023 – 2028: Conserving and restoring the Piedmont’s lands and waters; Creating stronger\, more sustainable communities; Shaping and advancing Virginia’s clean energy future; and\, Setting an example through land ownership.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/pecs-annual-virtual-auction-paddle-raise/
LOCATION:Virginia
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SUMMARY:Fall Native Plant Sale at Morven Park
DESCRIPTION:Native plants add beauty and interest to your garden year-round and provide important habitat for wildlife. Autumn is an optimal time for planting trees and shrubs and other perennials. A huge selection of native plants will be available from local native plant nurseries. The sale takes place at the visitor parking lot (access via main entrance on Old Waterford Road) and will be staffed by volunteers knowledgeable about native plants who can advise you on selecting natives for your garden. In addition to selling plants\, the sale provides an opportunity to learn about some of Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy’s programs and how you can volunteer for them. Our Wild Shop will be there with books\, t-shirts\, mugs\, and other merchandise for sale. \n\n\n\nIf you have boxes for carrying your plants\, please bring them. If you have extra boxes\, bring them for others to use. \n\n\n\nLocation: Morven Park17195 Southern Planter LaneLeesburg\, VA 20176
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/fall-native-plant-sale-at-morven-park/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230915T090000
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SUMMARY:New Landowner Conservation Services Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Meet with professionals from a myriad of conservation organizations active in providing landowner conservation programs and services in the Culpeper Soil and Water Conservation District! \n\n\n\nOwning and managing land\, especially as a new landowner\, can be both exciting and daunting. It also comes with a chance to have a direct impact on the health of your land and the environment around your land.  \n\n\n\nThis program is targeted to newer landowners of agricultural and forestal lands in Culpeper\, Madison\, Greene\, Orange and Rappahannock wishing to understand how the programs work Culpeper SWCD\, NRCS\, FSA\, Extension Agents\, Local Foresters\, Virginia Outdoors Foundation\, The Piedmont Environmental Council\, Quail Forever\, Smithsonian’s Virginia Working Landscapes\, and more. \n\n\n\nLocation: Graves Mountain Farm & Lodges205 Graves Mountain Lane\, Old Blue Ridge TurnpikeSyria\, VA 22743 \n\n\n\nLunch will be provided. The program cost is $15. Registration is required\, limited to 75 attendees. Please RSVP (540)825-8591 or email StevieR@culpeperswcd.org.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/new-landowner-conservation-services-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T083000
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SUMMARY:Generation NEXT Workshop in Charlottesville
DESCRIPTION:Preparing for Generation NEXT Workshops will get you started on the right path. \n\n\n\nThese workshops provide free legal information and landowner stories about successful estate planning steps and strategies they have used. \n\n\n\nSpeakers include legal and financial experts experienced in estate planning as well as natural resource professionals and rural landowners. \n\n\n\nThe workshop covers the Nine Steps to Successful Legacy Planning: \n\n\n\n\nCommit to beginning the legacy planning and keep moving forward\n\n\n\nDetermine your family assets\n\n\n\nWrite down long-term goals for your land\n\n\n\nHold a family meeting\n\n\n\nGather/create essential documents\n\n\n\nEstablish your legacy planning team\n\n\n\nExplore the legal\, financial\, and conservation tools available to help you meet your goals\n\n\n\nProvide opportunities for your family to learn about and enjoy your woodlands\n\n\n\nRevisit your plan on a regular basis and adapt as your land\, assets and family change\n\n\n\n\nCost: $80/family pair\, includes materials\, lunch & refreshments \n\n\n\nLocation: Morven Farm600 Morven DrCharlottesville\, VA 22902 \n\n\n\nRegister: https://sites.google.com/vt.edu/generationnext/home/workshops
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/generation-next-workshop-in-charlottesville/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230916T173000
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SUMMARY:Farm-to-Table Dinner
DESCRIPTION:PEC’s annual farm-to-table dinner & paddle raise will take place at historic Oakwood Farm\, where Mrs. Caroline Collomb will host us for cocktails\, a farm-to-table dinner\, and dancing to DJ Domingo — all with and the most spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Over the centuries\, Oakwood has hosted many luminaries\, including the Marquis de Lafayette and the Duke of Windsor\, and in 1922\, was the location of the first Virginia Gold Cup race. \n\n\n\n\nLearn more →\n\n\n\n\nHistoric Oakwood Farm. Credit Hugh Kenny/PEC.\n\n\n\nVirtual auction\n\n\n\nAs always\, there will be a live paddle raise during the event and a virtual auction. The online auction will be open for bidding from September 8 through September 17\, 2023. \n\n\n\n*Online ticket and sponsorship sales are now closed. Please call Gertraud Heckl at 540-454-2437 for more information. \n\n\n\nThe funds raised at this special event will support PEC’s work in its four focus areas\, as outlined in the new strategic plan for 2023-2028: Conserving and restoring the Piedmont’s lands and waters; Creating stronger\, more sustainable communities; Shaping and advancing Virginia’s clean energy future; and\, Setting an example through land ownership. \n\n\n\nSponsors will enjoy benefits including ticket packages and recognition in event materials. Those that commited by June 15 will be listed on the printed invitations. Benefactors and Platinum Sponsors will begin the evening with a champagne reception and tour of the historic home. \n\n\n\nEvent Schedule\n\n\n\n5:30 – 6:15 p.m. | Champagne reception and tour of Oakwood for benefactors and platinum sponsors. \n\n\n\n6:00 – 7:15 p.m. | Cocktails at sunset \n\n\n\n7:30 – 11:00 p.m. | Dinner and dancing to DJ Domingo \n\n\n\nLocation\n\n\n\nOakwood Farm7443 Oakwood DrWarrenton\, VA 20186 \n\n\n\nOther questions?\n\n\n\nPlease contact Gertraud Hechl at 540.454.2437 or ghechl@pecva.org.
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SUMMARY:Loop de Ville + Mini-Summit
DESCRIPTION:RAIN UPDATE: All Saturday events are cancelled. The Sunday events are being relocated to the Rivanna River Company\, with a different schedule. Please see loopdeville.org/rain for more details and updates \n\n\n\nThe annual Loop de Ville Trail Fest is a celebration of walking\, biking and running in Charlottesville and Albemarle. This year\, the two-day event takes place on September 23-24 and will include a Sunday Mobility Alliance “Mini-Summit” where you will be able to quickly learn about many local efforts to improve connectivity and everyday access to nature. \n\n\n\nThere’s no charge for any of the events this year\, including the Mighty Joshua concert on Saturday evening\, but it is asked that you register for the guided events; just click on the links in the Calendar of Events section. \n\n\n\nSaturday\, September 23\n\n\n\nLocation: Rivanna River Company\, 1520 E High St\, Charlottesville\, VA 22902 \n\n\n\n1:00 pm – Pancake Brunch Party \n\n\n\n1:00 pm – Wildrock Kids Zone \n\n\n\n2:00 pm – Bike the River North (14 miles / all paces) \n\n\n\n3:00 pm – Old Mills Trail Walk (4 miles / all paces) \n\n\n\n3:00 pm – No-drop Run (5 miles / all paces) \n\n\n\n3:00 pm – Food Truck and Alcohol Sales Open \n\n\n\n5:00 pm – Live Music by Mighty Joshua with RC Sound System
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/loop-de-ville/
LOCATION:Virginia
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SUMMARY:Rappahannock County Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Have fun visiting farms and learning about agriculture practices\, with the breathtaking background of beautiful Rappahannock County. \n\n\n\nHayrides\, farm animals\, wineries\, goats\, sheep\, chickens\, cows\, bees and apiaries\, pick your own apples – there is something for everyone to enjoy! \n\n\n\nThe tour is self-guided so you can travel at your own pace. \n\n\n\nMore information: https://rappfarmtour.org/
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/rappahannock-county-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T170000
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SUMMARY:Piedmont Mobility Alliance Fall Meeting & Work Session
DESCRIPTION:The Piedmont Mobility Alliance is a coalition of organizations\, agencies\, businesses\, and groups who share a vision of a better-connected community for walking\, biking\, and other forms of active transportation in Charlottesville and Albemarle County. We gather every two months to share updates and work collaboratively on projects that none can accomplish alone. \n\n\n\nThis work session will cover coordinating a fall advocacy campaign for increased funding of sidewalks\, bike lanes\, and trails\, beginning plans for Bike Month 2024\, and discussing the Alliance’s future structure. \n\n\n\nFULL AGENDA \n\n\n\nThe event is free and open to all. \n\n\n\nLocation: Jefferson-Madison Regional Library Central Branch\, Swanson Case Court Room (second floor)201 E. Market StreetCharlottesville\, VA 22902
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/piedmont-mobility-alliance-fall-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Jefferson-Madison Regional Library Central Branch\, 201 E. Market Street\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902\, United States
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SUMMARY:Community Conservation Walk in Marshall
DESCRIPTION:Come join neighbors on a fun and educational walk showcasing a suite of conservation practices underway on a Piedmont landscape. This is a free knowledge-sharing event led by Smithsonian’s Virginia Working Landscapes and the Piedmont Environmental Council. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-conservation-walk-tickets-704959481787 \n\n\n\nLocation: Seeling Property10467 Vernon Mills TrailMarshall\, VA 20115
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/community-conservation-walk-in-marshall/
LOCATION:Virginia
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