Native Seed Project Coordinator Isaac Matlock. In a concerted effort to preserve and restore Virginia’s natural landscapes, The Clifton Institute has embarked on an ambitious pilot project centered around native seeds. This initiative not only aims to bolster biodiversity but also serves as a testament to the organization’s commitment to sustainable conservation practices. This project…
Steven David and Anna Maria Johnson. Photo courtesy of Ann Murray Embark on a captivating journey along the Shenandoah River as artists Anna Maria and Steven David Johnson unveil “Riverine,” an extraordinary art exhibition that seamlessly weaves together writing, photography, and design to celebrate the rich biodiversity of this cherished waterway. Anna Maria and Steven…
The Great Backyard Bird Count, is a global event that was first launched in 1998, and was the first online Community Science project to collect data on wild birds and display results in near real time. It is a crucial initiative for biodiversity monitoring, involves ornithologists, bird enthusiasts, and citizen scientists worldwide. Annually, these dedicated…
CE Program at HMN Annual Meeting, 1/27/2024 As a good turnout of Headwaters Master Naturalist chapter members ate the best shared meal ever, we all were excited about the next item on the agenda: a CE presentation by Harrisonburg Public Works Department on their environmental stewardship programs using greenspace management throughout the city. No one…
Making Connections at our Annual Meeting 2024 On Saturday, January 27, in the Houff Student Center at Blue Ridge Community College in Weyers Cave, the chapter came together for our much-anticipated annual meeting and potluck, transforming a routine gathering into a celebration of shared passion for nature and environmental stewardship. A highlight of the event…
Virginia Master Naturalists Headwaters Chapter 