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SUMMARY:Native Meadow Walk at the Piedmont Memorial Overlook
DESCRIPTION:Join The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) and Smithsonian’s Virginia Working Landscapes (VWL) for a native meadow walk at PEC’s Piedmont Memorial Overlook to learn about native plant identification\, pollinators\, songbirds and meadow management! \n\n\n\nAbout the Overlook\n\n\n\nThe Piedmont Memorial Overlook sits adjacent to Sky Meadows State Park within a large block of privately and publicly protected land along the Blue Ridge Mountains that is a patchwork of forest\, livestock pasture\, and mountainous fields. The land was actively farmed from the late 18th century until the recent past\, and was heavily grazed by cattle. \n\n\n\nIn 2012\, PEC began an extensive restoration effort on the 50-acre parcel with funding from the USDA\, first eliminating fescue and other non-native plants from the pasture\, and then seeding native grasses and wildflowers. The property now serves as an active demonstration site for landowners who are interested in viewing habitat restoration practices. \n\n\n\nThe 15+ acre native meadow is home to songbirds\, butterflies\, raptors\, bees and black bears. It was planted with 16 native wildflower species that provide forage for pollinators and habitat for grassland and shrubland birds. PEC manages the meadow using prescribed fire\, late winter mowing and invasive species monitoring. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nWeather policy: This event will be held rain or shine\, barring any adverse weather conditions. \n\n\n\nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather and wear comfortable clothes you can move in! We will be walking through grass and tall vegetation. \n\n\n\nWhat to bring: Water bottle\, hat\, sunscreen\, bug spray\, camera and binoculars. \n\n\n\n* Please note that there are no restroom facilities available at the Overlook. Water and snacks will be available for attendees. \n\n\n\nFree Registration\n\n\n\nRSVP is required on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/native-meadow-walk-at-the-piedmont-memorial-overlook-0610-tickets-928062629307?aff=oddtdtcreator \n\n\n\nCredit Marco Sanchez/PEC
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/native-meadow-walk-at-the-piedmont-memorial-overlook/
LOCATION:Virginia
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SUMMARY:Member Open House in Warrenton
DESCRIPTION:Join PEC at our Warrenton office on Thursday\, July 11\, from 3–6 p.m. for refreshing ice cream\, cold drinks and camaraderie. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur staff will be hanging out and casually chatting about conservation\, local land use issues and ongoing projects. We’d love to hear about what you’ve been working on in your communities and share what we’ve been up to as well. And if you have friends\, family members\, or neighbors who might be interested in learning more about PEC\, bring them along\, too! \n\n\n\nThe open house is free\, but RSVPs are encouraged so we can have enough ice cream on hand for everyone to enjoy. Please take a moment to let us know you’ll be joining us. \n\n\n\n\nRSVP on Eventbrite\n\n\n\n\nOur address is 45 Horner St.\, Warrenton\, VA 20186. Free parking is available in the municipal lot across the street and on-street parking along Horner St. Disabled parking will be reserved on Horner St. directly in front of our office. \n\n\n\nWe understand summer is a busy time\, and the drive might be a bit long for some. If you can’t make it\, we hope to catch up with you at another event in your area soon. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you! \n\n\n\nRSVP\n\n\n\nLet us know you’ll be there on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\nNot a PEC member yet?\n\n\n\nBecome a member today by making an annual donation of $40 or more at pecva.org/join. \n\n\n\nHave questions?\n\n\n\nContact Montana Lanier Ruffner\, Meeting & Events Coordinator\, at mlanier@pecva.org or (540) 347-2334 x7009.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/member-open-house-in-warrenton/
LOCATION:Virginia
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SUMMARY:Free Conservation Lecture Series at the Culpeper County Library
DESCRIPTION:Join local environmental nonprofits The Piedmont Environmental Council (PEC) and Friends of the Rappahannock (FOR) from 7-8 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month for a free lecture at the Culpeper County Library (Meeting Room\, 271 Southgate Shopping Center\, Culpeper\, VA 22701). \n\n\n\nPlease register by Culpeper County Library at 540-825-8691 or email infodesk@cclva.org. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMay 9 – Data Centers in Virginia \n\n\n\nJoin Sarah Parmelee of The Piedmont Environmental Council to learn about data centers\, what they are and what they mean for Culpeper and Virginia. The Commonwealth is already home to the largest and fastest-growing data center market in the world. However\, a glut of new data centers are either under construction or approved all over Virginia\, including Culpeper. This unchecked growth carries an insatiable demand for massive energy upgrades\, extensive acreage\, and tremendous water intake\, jeopardizing the state’s efforts to meet its climate goals\, improve air and water quality\, advance land conservation\, and protect national and state parks. \n\n\n\nJune 13 – Expanding River Access\n\n\n\nJoin Michael Shaw\, River Steward at Friends of the Rappahannock\, to learn about ongoing efforts to expand river access in our communities and how you can explore your local waterways. \n\n\n\nJuly 11 – Solar for Your Home\n\n\n\nJoin Ashish Kapoor\, The Piedmont Environmental Council’s Senior Energy & Climate Advisor\, to learn about rooftop solar options for homeowners looking to save money\, reduce their carbon footprint and gain energy independence.  \n\n\n\nAugust 8 – Bringing Back Grassland Birds\n\n\n\n(this event was canceled due to weather) Join October Greenfield\, The Piedmont Environmental Council’s in-house ornithologist and habitat specialist\, to learn about local efforts by the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative to restore grassland habitat for the benefit of birds and farms across the Virginia Piedmont\, Blue Ridge and Shenandoah Valley. \n\n\n\nSeptember 12 – Conserving Forests for Climate\n\n\n\nJoin Bryan Hofmann\, Deputy Director at Friends of the Rappahannock for an informational talk about Rappahannock Carbon. This new program aims to help landowners in the Rappahannock River Region protect and enhance their forests\, working landscapes and urban tree canopy through carbon market resources and other conservation programs.  \n\n\n\nOctober 10 – Tree Planting Programs\n\n\n\nJoin Sarah Dishman\, Urban and Community Forestry Specialist\, to learn how Friends of the Rappahannock supports landowners interested in planting trees on their property. Gain information on choosing the right tree for your property incentive programs available within the community.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/free-conservation-lecture-series-at-the-culpeper-county-library/2024-07-11/
LOCATION:Culpeper County Library\, 271 Southgate Shopping Center\, Culpeper\, 22701\, United States
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SUMMARY:Piedmont Mobility Alliance July Meeting + Social
DESCRIPTION:Both halves of this two-part event July 31 will be great places to meet fellow advocates and people who are passionate about active lifestyles and better-connected communities. \n\n\n\nJoin us and the rest of the Piedmont Mobility Alliance for our July meeting from 4 – 5:30 p.m. at the Water Street Center (407 E Water Street\, Charlottesville). A hybrid option will be available. \n\n\n\nThis gathering will be followed by an optional social\, from 5:30 – 7 at Botanical Fare (421 E Main St.) on the Downtown Mall. \n\n\n\nThe 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.
URL:https://www.pecva.org/event/piedmont-mobility-alliance-summer-meeting-social/
LOCATION:407 E Water St\, Charlottesville\, VA 22902\, USA
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