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.
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Wildlife of the James
Learn about wildlife found near the James River. A new species will be highlighted each month. Learn more »
Runoff Calculator
How does your property affect the James? Find out how you can have a more river-friendly home with a few simple calculations. What's in your runoff?.
James River Interactive Map
Find and share information about special places, favorite activities, recreational resources, and conservation issues along America’s Founding River. Get Interactive »
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 ... . learn its secrets!
The James River
Learn about the fabulous hidden life of the James River and what you'll find as each season unfolds. Secrets revealed. »
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James River Splash and Dash
The James River Splash and Dash is a competitive race and flat water tube. Participants run a trail course, grab a tube, paddle (with their hands) across a stretch of the James, and run their tube to the finish line. After the race, JRA hosts an after party that includes a band, food, beer and more! The Richmond event is located near Belle Isle on July 14, 2012 with the after party located at Historic Tredegar. The Lynchburg event will be held on July 28, 2012 on Percival's Island and the after party will be located at The Depot Grille. For more information visit www.jrsplashanddash.org.
James River Hero Homes
River Hero Homes is a way to recognize homeowners who are successfully taking steps to improve water quality by reducing the amount of stormwater and pollution leaving their property. Becoming a River Hero Home is a simple way to help protect the James River. Depending on where you live, becoming a certified River Hero Home may also help you qualify for stormwater rebates or credits offered by your locality. For more infomation visit www.jamesriverhero.org.
"What a Healthy River Means to Me" Poster Contest
JRA conducted a poster contest, "What a Healthy River Means to Me" for public middle school science students in the City of Richmond, City of Lynchburg, City of Williamsburg/James City and in the counties of Henrico and Chesterfield that lie within 5 miles of the James River. The poster contest was designed for students to apply what they have learned about a healthy river ecosystem. They illustrated the impact of clean water on their community; on the way in which people use the river; the benefits to wildlife; and the student’s life. View our Blog to see the winners!
Envision the James
Interested in the future of America’s Founding River? The James River Association, Chesapeake Conservancy, and National Geographic Society invite you to Envision the James, kicking off the creation of a common vision for the James River to benefit present and future generations. For more information go to www.envisionthejames.org
Virginia LID Design Competition Winners Announced
The competition was fierce, the efforts were strong, but decisions eventually had to be made. The winners of the Virginia Low Impact Design (LID) Competition were announced at the 23rd annual Environment Virginia Symposium held in Lexington, Virginia. View our Blog to see the winners!