Virginia Academy of Natural Resources
VirtualIn light of Camp Woods and Wildlife cancellation to ensure the safety of campers and staff, the Virginia Department of Forestry and the Virginia Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts are partnering to offer teens a new experience: the Virginia Academy of Natural Resources. This hybrid learning opportunity will include virtual presentations from 9:00... Read More
DOF Sponsored Minor League Baseball Game: Salem Red Sox vs Lynchburg Hillcats
Haley Toyota Field at Salem Memorial Ballpark 1004 Texas St., SalemThe Virginia Department of Forestry will be sponsoring a minor league baseball game in Salem between the Salem Red Sox and Lynchburg Hillcats on August 6th @7:05 p.m. There will be a DOF table with information about the emerald ash borer and how it may be affecting your ash trees in addition to a variety... Read More
Teaching Trees Training for Middle and High School Teachers
Louisa County, sites TBATeaching Trees is a fun and unique two-day workshop for middle and high school teachers. Topics include sustainable local forestry, tree identification, forest ecology, and forest products. You’ll get training in Project Learning Tree, a tour of local working forests, and field activities you can use with students. Up to 16 Professional Development Hours are... Read More
Generation NEXT Virtual Workshop
VirtualThis workshop provides free legal guidance and landowner stories about successful estate planning steps and strategies they have used. Speakers include legal and financial experts experienced in estate planning as well as natural resource professionals and landowners. This event will be from 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. September 7, 8, 14, and 15 via Zoom... Read More
Project Learning Tree Workshop for Educators
Twin Lakes State Park 788 Twin Lakes Road, Green Bay, VAWant to become a Project Learning Tree certified educator and receive 6 continuing education credits? Engage in a hands-on workshop to investigate environmental topics with fun indoor and outdoor activities. Receive PLT’s updated K-8 Explore Your Environment Activity Guide, correlated to national and state academic standards. Want to learn more about PLT? Visit https://www.plt.org/ Local... Read More
Generation NEXT – New Kent Conference Center
DOF New Kent Conference Center at Providence Forge 11301 Pocahontas Trail, Providence Forge, VAPreparing for Generation NEXT is an award-winning nationally recognized educational workshop that will get you started on the right path. This workshop provides free legal guidance and landowner stories about successful estate planning steps and strategies they have used. Speakers include legal and financial experts experienced in estate planning as well as natural resource professionals and... Read More
Project Learning Tree (PLT) Workshop – Explore Your Environment
Williamsburg Lodge 310 S England Street, WilliamsburgBecome a Project Learning Tree® certified educator; experience hands-on activities for use with grades K-8; investigate environmental topics in innovative ways; receive PLT’s Explore Your Environment Activity Guide, correlated to national and state academic standards. Bring a lunch and water bottle, and dress for indoor and outdoor fun! Register by April 17: https://tinyurl.com/y885pur2 Questions? Contact Lesley... Read More
Matthews State Forest Deer Hunting Workshop and Mentored Hunt
DOF Matthews State Forest 106 Forestry Lane, Galax, VAHave you ever wanted to experience the thrill of watching the woods wake up and observe wildlife in their natural setting while hunting Virginia’s favorite game animal, the whitetail deer? This is your chance! Join us to learn basic deer hunting skills and have a chance to go on a mentored deer hunt with an... Read More
Generation NEXT: Legacy Planning Workshop
Old Dominion Agricultural Complex 19783 US-29 S, ChathamPreparing for Generation NEXT is an award-winning, nationally-recognized educational workshop series for planning your forest’s future. Speakers include legal and financial experts experienced in estate planning, natural resource professionals, and landowners who share their stories about successful estate planning steps and strategies. All participants will receive a copy of the 56-page, full-color book, Legacy Planning: A... Read More
Generation NEXT: Legacy Planning Mini Workshop
Virginia Tech Richmond Center 2810 N. Parham Rd, Suite 300, RichmondPreparing for Generation NEXT is an award-winning, nationally-recognized educational workshop series for planning your forest’s future. Speakers include legal and financial experts experienced in estate planning, natural resource professionals, and landowners who share their stories about successful estate planning steps and strategies. All participants will receive a copy of the 56-page, full-color book, Legacy Planning: A... Read More
Landowner Woods & Wildlife Conference – Southwest Virginia
Wytheville Meeting Center 333 Community Blvd., Wytheville, VAVirginia is home to 16 million acres of forests, with over tw0-thirds owned by private individuals and families. These woodsy havens support thousands of different critters, all relying on these green landscapes to thrive. And guess what? You hold the key to keeping these forests healthy and productive. Learn how by participating in an upcoming... Read More
Landowner Woods & Wildlife Conference – Northern Virginia
Daniel Technology Center 18121 Technology Drive, Culpeper, VAVirginia is home to 16 million acres of forests, with over tw0-thirds owned by private individuals and families. These woodsy havens support thousands of different critters, all relying on these green landscapes to thrive. And guess what? You hold the key to keeping these forests healthy and productive. Learn how by participating in an upcoming... Read More