Get Involved

You’re invited to this free workshop to learn more about sources of funding and technical assistance for conservation and land management! Join friends, neighbors and staff from the John Marshall Soil and Water Conservation District, Fauquier County’s Department of Agricultural Development, the Natural Resource Conservation Service and The Piedmont Environmental Council for an evening at Powers Farm & Brewery.

Workshop hosts will go over the basics of conservation easements, including opportunities to participate in the Fauquier County Purchase of Development Rights (PDR) program and/or enroll in the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Agricultural Land Easement (ALE) program, and learn more about agricultural cost-share programs offered by the Soil and Water Conservation District, for practices like livestock fencing and alternative watering systems, and programs like the Virginia Grassland Bird Initiative to enhance wildlife and pollinators.

The event is informal and designed for neighbors to learn from each other’s experiences and engage with the organizations before and after the presentation. Hosts will be available following presentations to discuss which programs might be a good fit for your property and long-term goals.

https://www.pecva.org/event/conservation-funding-workshop-social/

Join PEC Wildlife Habitat Program Manager, October Greenfield, for a birding walk through the Roundabout Meadows pastures and meadows. Possible sightings may include eastern meadowlarks, field sparrows, indigo buntings, plus a variety of other grassland and shrubland species.

The walk will cover approximately 1 mile through rolling pastures and mowed trails, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear and clothing for longer grass and uneven terrain. Participants should bring their own binoculars.

This event is free, but registration is required. Please sign the participation waiver before arrival.

https://www.pecva.org/event/birding-walk-at-roundabout-meadows-5/