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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...

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Northern Virginia Conservation Trust to Manage Five New Wetlands

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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...

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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...

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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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Sixth Annual Nearby Nature Photo Contest is Open

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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...

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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...

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

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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...

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As Northern Virginia urbanizes, conservation trust tries new approaches

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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),...

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Historic Property Preserved Forever in Southern Loudoun County

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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...

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5 Places You Can Recreate in Northern Virginia

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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...

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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...

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90-Acres Protected at Stonebridge Property

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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...

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

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Aug 24, 2018
1 min

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

Via The Zebra Press The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust (NVCT) hosted their annual kayak cleanup at Hunting Creek in Alexandria,...

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New conservation easement on Pohick Bay is a partnership with NOVA Parks

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Apr 22, 2018
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New conservation easement on Pohick Bay is a partnership with NOVA Parks

NVCT’s newest conservation easement is on land within the boundaries of the Pohick Bay Regional Park that was recently acquired by...

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Jan 22, 2018
2 min

The Wisdom of Aldo Leopold

Celebrating Leopold's 131st birthday. NVCT and friends from around the community celebrated Aldo Leopold’s 131st birthday in January by...

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Conserved land recognized by String of Pearls Project

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Nov 24, 2017
1 min

Conserved land recognized by String of Pearls Project

The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust and the Chesapeake Bay String of Pearls Project celebrated conservation landowners who have...

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Media Coverage

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

The Annandale Blog, November 27, 2018

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

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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

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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