Virginia’s Buffer Summit

 

Join us Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 in Richmond, Virginia

Save the date and register for Virginia’s Buffer Summit!

This year’s Summit is hosted by the Upper & Middle James Riparian Consortium in partnership with the Rappahannock Roundtable, Shenandoah Valley Conservation Collaborative, and the Virginia Department of Forestry.

Schedule

  • 9:00 am: Registration and Refreshments
  • 9:30 am – 12:30 pm: Morning Presentations
  • 12:30 – 1:15 pm: Lunch
  • 1:30 – 3:45 pm: Afternoon Sessions
    • Indoor learning sessions
    • Outdoor activities along the Eco-Corridor
  • 4 pm: Wrap Up

*Details will be added as sessions and speakers are confirmed

There will be an exciting line-up of speakers, activities, and networking opportunities to engage with other Consortium members and partners working across the Commonwealth.

Registration is now open »

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2025 Summit Location

Jepson Alumni Center | University of Richmond

442 Westhampton Way, Richmond, VA 23229 • Map it »

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2024 Annual Summit at Maymont
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Please contact Rachel Bensink, Consortium Coordinator, at rbensink@thejamesriver.org with any questions!