Our RIVERKEEPER® Programs
Chuck Frederickson
Chuck Frederickson is the Lower James Riverkeeper and monitors the tidal portion of the James, from the fall line in Richmond to the river's mouth in the Chesapeake Bay.
David Sligh
David Sligh is the Upper James Riverkeeper and patrols the river from the fall line at Richmond upstream to the river's source in the Allegheny Mountains.
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JRA makes a difference
Planting a rain garden is one of the best things you can do for the watershed. We've planted dozens. Learn more »
What's your connection
Do you have a great story, photo, video or fact to share about the James? Send it to JRA and we'll publish as many as we can in our What's YOUR Connection section ».
The perfect gift
You'll find it here at the JRA Gift Shop! Exclusive items for you or the river lovers in your life.
Protecting America's Founding River
More than one-third of all Virginians rely on the James River and its tributaries for water, commerce and recreation. After generations of nurturing its people, the James River needs nurturing itself. Let the James River Association show you how to enjoy and protect this natural treasure.
It’s your river ... so play in it!
The James River is an all-season outdoor paradise, with activities for people of all ages and abilities. Find ideas and activities for enjoying the river. Let's go! »
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Discover opportunities to help the James.
Get ready for the 2009 James River Runoff Rundown!
On July 11, 2009 volunteers will collectively run the entire 340-mile length of the James River in one day. You can be one of the individuals who paddles, kayaks, floats or even water skis a 10 to 12 mile section of the James to make this goal possible. No matter where you live in the Upper, Middle or Lower James, sign up now for the Runoff Rundown! Read more. »
The James and Me, Streaming the James Video Contest
What does the James River mean to you? What is your special connection with the river and how can we help protect it for the future? Put your answer in a 20 second video. Get details. »
Register for "Wild About Richmond" Summer Camp
Maymont and the James River Association are teaming up to introduce day-campers, ages 10-13, to the natural side of Richmond through the new "Wild About Richmond" Summer Camp. Fun field trips and lots of hands-on activities let campers explore the James River by canoe, fish for aquatic creatures, hike natural habitats and much more! Read more. »
Report Fish Kills on the Upper James
Dead and diseased fish have been found in the Cowpasture, Jackson and Upper James River, as well as Craig Creek, starting each spring for the last few years. The cause is as yet unknown. The public is being asked to help in the investigation by reporting any fish with signs of lesions or infection. Read Bill Street and David Sligh's Op/Ed article in the Lynchburg, VA News & Advance. »