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NVCT

Mar 12
1 min

Update from NVCT Executive Director Alan Rowsome on "An Evening In The Garden"

In light of the growing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) outbreak, it is with disappointment that we are announcing the cancellat...

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NVCT

Feb 21
3 min

General Assembly Update

NVCT's biggest legislative priority for 2020 has passed but we're just getting started. Here are a number of other bills we are supporting.

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NVCT

Feb 14
3 min

NVCT Conserves Iconic Snowden Farm in Stafford County

“What the Harmans have done in protecting this amazing place for all time is truly inspiring..."

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NVCT

Jan 30
3 min

General Assembly Priorities for 2020

The Virginia General Assembly is currently in session, debating many issues that matter to us all. Here is where we stand on specific bills.

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NVCT

Jan 29
1 min

Crow's Nest Heron Nest Count 2020

NVCT recently spent a day alongside staff from DCR and Stafford County at our Crow's Nest Heronry site where we counted and logged all of the Heron Nests acr...

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NVCT

Jan 28
2 min

Winter Hiking Tips

Hiking is a great way to stay in shape and lower your risk of cardiovascular disease. While most prefer to hit the trails during warmer months, hiking can be...

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NVCT

Jan 13
1 min

Winners of 2019 Nearby Nature Showcase Recognized

We would like to take this time to congratulate the winners of our 2019 Nearby Nature Photo Contest.

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NVCT

Dec 11, 2019
2 min

Virginia Governor's Budget Proposal Fights for Environment, Land Conservation

On December 11th, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam announced his proposed budget for the upcoming year which includes $733 million in new funding for environm...

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NVCT

Dec 5, 2019
1 min

Photo Contest Update!

We were overwhelmed by the amazing entries we received for our 2019 Nearby Nature Photo Contest. More than 150 stunning photos were submitted, making the jud...

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NVCT

Sep 18, 2019
2 min

Northern Virginia Conservation Trust to Manage Five New Wetlands

The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust (NVCT) is pleased to become the official caretaker of five wetland mitigation bank sites in Fauquier, Loudoun, and P...

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NVCT

Sep 17, 2019
2 min

2019 Sip & Mingle A Success

From history lessons to good conversations over local wines, NVCT’s annual Sip & Mingle event on Sept. 15th was an all-around wonderful day for everyone! Thi...

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NVCT

Sep 12, 2019
2 min

Volunteers Help Clear Invasive Plants

On Wednesday Sept. 11, 2019, NVCT was joined by more than a dozen volunteers from the American College of Cardiology.

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NVCT

Sep 5, 2019
2 min

Sixth Annual Nearby Nature Photo Contest is Open

Love taking nature photos? Then we have the contest for you. Our sixth annual Nearby Nature Photo Contest is now open and amateur photographers of all ages a...

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NVCT

Jul 19, 2019
2 min

Rain, Rain, Drain Away?

Are you as concerned as we are about some of the severe storms and flash flooding that have affected our region in recent days? These events also impact loca...

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NVCT

Apr 30, 2019
3 min

70-Acre Heron Rookery Dedicated to Expand Crow’s Nest Natural Area Preserve

Local Nonprofit Makes Dedication to Commonwealth of Virginia to Support Land Conservation Efforts Northern Virginia Conservation Trust (NVCT) has dedicated a...

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NVCT

Apr 16, 2019
3 min

As Northern Virginia urbanizes, conservation trust tries new approaches

By Brian Trompeter, Sun Gazette Newspapers Fresh off celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Northern Virginia Conservation Trust (NVCT), the group’s leaders...

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NVCT

Dec 12, 2018
2 min

Historic Property Preserved Forever in Southern Loudoun County

Northern Virginia Land Trust Forever Conserves Land within Public Drinking Watershed Annandale, Virginia – Northern Virginia Conservation Trust (NVCT) announ...

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NVCT

Sep 21, 2018
3 min

5 Places You Can Recreate in Northern Virginia

National Public Lands Day celebrates the rich natural and cultural heritage that parks and natural area bring to our communities. Every year, nature and outd...

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Sep 13, 2018
2 min

NVCT participates in 2018 Combined Federal Campaign

This year’s Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) is now open and we invite you to join us! Just like last year, you can contribute financially to your favorite ca...

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NVCT

Sep 10, 2018
2 min

90-Acres Protected at Stonebridge Property

Regional Nonprofit Preserves Historic Property in Perpetuity Annandale, VA – The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust (NVCT) and The Winery at Bull Run have ...

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Latest News

Update from NVCT Executive Director Alan Rowsome on "An Evening In The Garden"

General Assembly Update

NVCT Conserves Iconic Snowden Farm in Stafford County

General Assembly Priorities for 2020

Crow's Nest Heron Nest Count 2020

Winter Hiking Tips

Winners of 2019 Nearby Nature Showcase Recognized

Virginia Governor's Budget Proposal Fights for Environment, Land Conservation

Photo Contest Update!

Northern Virginia Conservation Trust to Manage Five New Wetlands

2019 Sip & Mingle A Success

Volunteers Help Clear Invasive Plants

Sixth Annual Nearby Nature Photo Contest is Open

Rain, Rain, Drain Away?

70-Acre Heron Rookery Dedicated to Expand Crow’s Nest Natural Area Preserve

As Northern Virginia urbanizes, conservation trust tries new approaches

Historic Property Preserved Forever in Southern Loudoun County

5 Places You Can Recreate in Northern Virginia

NVCT participates in 2018 Combined Federal Campaign

90-Acres Protected at Stonebridge Property

Media Coverage

Every bit of unused land doesn't need to be developed: Conservation Trust offers an alternative

The Annandale Blog, November 27, 2018

Other solutions for protecting land in Fairfax County

The Washington Post, November 4, 2018

Leaders preserve The Winery at Bull Run, one of the region’s last working farms

Potomac Local, September 15, 2018

Summer Cleanup via Kayaks at Alexandria’s Hunting Creek Big Success

The Zebra Press, August 24, 2018

NOVA Parks Expands, Acquires 3.2-acre Stribling Property within Pohick Bay Regional Park

The Connection Newspaper, April 19, 2018

Great blue herons battle predators and weather to survive the spring

The Washington Post, June 14, 2016

Latest News

Update from NVCT Executive Director Alan Rowsome on "An Evening In The Garden"

General Assembly Update

NVCT Conserves Iconic Snowden Farm in Stafford County

General Assembly Priorities for 2020

Crow's Nest Heron Nest Count 2020

Winter Hiking Tips

Winners of 2019 Nearby Nature Showcase Recognized

Virginia Governor's Budget Proposal Fights for Environment, Land Conservation

Photo Contest Update!

Northern Virginia Conservation Trust to Manage Five New Wetlands

2019 Sip & Mingle A Success

Volunteers Help Clear Invasive Plants

Sixth Annual Nearby Nature Photo Contest is Open

Rain, Rain, Drain Away?

70-Acre Heron Rookery Dedicated to Expand Crow’s Nest Natural Area Preserve

As Northern Virginia urbanizes, conservation trust tries new approaches

Historic Property Preserved Forever in Southern Loudoun County

5 Places You Can Recreate in Northern Virginia

NVCT participates in 2018 Combined Federal Campaign

90-Acres Protected at Stonebridge Property

Media Coverage

Every bit of unused land doesn't need to be developed: Conservation Trust offers an alternative

The Annandale Blog, November 27, 2018

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Other solutions for protecting land in Fairfax County

The Washington Post, November 4, 2018

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Leaders preserve The Winery at Bull Run, one of the region’s last working farms

Potomac Local, September 15, 2018

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Summer Cleanup via Kayaks at Alexandria’s Hunting Creek Big Success

The Zebra Press, August 24, 2018

​

NOVA Parks Expands, Acquires 3.2-acre Stribling Property within Pohick Bay Regional Park

The Connection Newspaper, April 19, 2018

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Great blue herons battle predators and weather to survive the spring

The Washington Post, June 14, 2016