We are pleased to share from Virginia Working Landscapes the launch of their brand-new Milkweed in Virginia: Identification Guide. While many are familiar with Common Milkweed and Butterfly Weed, did you know that Virginia is home to up to 14 different Milkweed species? This guide features six of the lesser-known species that you may come…
Community Science for Monarch Conservation is a free, self-paced online course from the Monarch Joint Venture designed to inspire and equip people to contribute to monarch butterfly conservation through community science. Hosted on the Monarch NECTAR Hub, this engaging 2 hour course features videos and downloadable resources from several community science organizations from across North America to…
I’ve been a Master Naturalist since 2019. While I’m usually drawn to citizen and community science projects, the opportunity to collaborate with Augusta County Parks and Recreation was one I couldn’t pass up. When I heard they were interested in partnering with our chapter, I knew I wanted to be involved. Natural Chimneys Park is…
Image taken from https://www.visitnc.com/listing/NkR4/linville-caverns Linville Caverns, a popular natural attraction nestled in the North Carolina mountains, has officially reopened to visitors following a temporary closure caused by Hurricane Helene. The storm, which brought heavy rains and strong winds to the region, prompted safety concerns and led to the cavern’s closure for inspection and necessary maintenance.…
Virginia Master Naturalists Headwaters Chapter 