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UID:2148-1751104800-1751122800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Wagoner to Gentry River Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean up at Wagoner Access in the New River State Park.\nJune 28\, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM\nThis is a land clean up in conjunction with Volunteer Vacations.  We look forward to seeing you.\n\nPlease register here: https://forms.gle/13UVTrQ3BEYhGpHQ9
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/wagoner-to-gentry-river-clean-up/
LOCATION:Wagoner Access New River State Park\, 1018-1478 Wagoner Access Rd\,\, Jefferson\, NC\, 28640\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T143000
DTSTAMP:20250530T144109Z
CREATED:20250519T180343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250530T144109Z
UID:2159-1750586400-1750602600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:South Fork of the New Clean up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a South Fork clean up on Sunday\, June 22\, 2025 \nPlease register for our New River Clean Up from Plumb Nearly to Riverside Canoe \nMeet at New River State Park – 221 Access at 10:00 a.m. \n\nThis New River cleanup is co-sponsored by New River Conservancy and Dusty Trail Outfitters and Riverside Canoe and Tube Rentals. Riverside Canoe and Tube Rentals will provide shuttle\, canoes\, PFDs\, and lunch for the event. New River Conservancy will provide trash grabbers\, trash bags\, gloves\, and tire pullers.\n.\nWear good boots\, and bring rubber boots if you have them. Waders are recommended! We have a limited supply for folks to borrow. It might not be cold\, but the water will likely still be. Bring your own snacks and water. \nWe’ll all meet back at Riverside for a burger cookout. \n.\nWe look forward to seeing you! \n. \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/south-fork-of-the-new-clean-up-2/
LOCATION:New River State Park 221 Access\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T140000
DTSTAMP:20250507T185011Z
CREATED:20250507T184441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T185011Z
UID:2140-1749636000-1749650400@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Elk Shoals Land Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean up at Elk Shoals in the New River State Park.\nJune 11\, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nThis is a land clean up in conjunction with Volunteer Vacations.  We look forward to seeing you.\n\nPlease register here: https://forms.gle/iyEroe3F63m31HMfA
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/elk-shoal-land-clean-up/
LOCATION:Elk Shoals New River State Park\, 349 Methodist Camp Rd\, West Jefferson\, NC\, 28694\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T140000
DTSTAMP:20250507T183759Z
CREATED:20250507T183521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T183759Z
UID:2136-1749031200-1749045600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Wagoner Access Land Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean up at Wagoner Access in the New River State Park.\nJune 4\, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM\nThis is a land clean up in conjunction with Volunteer Vacations.  We look forward to seeing you.\n\nPlease register here: https://forms.gle/1EBBRjsrwVHc4Gqf7
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/wagoner-access-land-clean-up/
LOCATION:Wagoner Access New River State Park\, 1018-1478 Wagoner Access Rd\,\, Jefferson\, NC\, 28640\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T190000
DTSTAMP:20250227T192013Z
CREATED:20250221T210122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T192013Z
UID:2022-1747501200-1747508400@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Bier Garden & Food Trucks
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Bier Garden and enjoy some amazing local brews and beverages. \nBoondocks (West Jefferson\, NC) food trucks will be onsite with some delicious dinner and treats.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/bier-garden-food-trucks/
LOCATION:The Old Store at Grassy Creek\, 710 Grassy Creek Rd.\, Grassy Creek\, NC\, 28631\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Saved by a Salamander
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T160000
DTSTAMP:20250227T192604Z
CREATED:20250221T210319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T192604Z
UID:2026-1747494000-1747497600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Counting Critters: Macroinvertebrates with Dr. Tuberty
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Shea Tuberty from Appalachian State University will lead us in a hands-on workshop to count macroinvertebrates in Grassy Creek\, a tributary of the New River\, and tell us what macroinvertebrates can tell us about water health. \nDon’t forget your creek shoes!
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/counting-critters-macroinvertebrates-with-dr-tuberty/
LOCATION:The Old Store at Grassy Creek\, 710 Grassy Creek Rd.\, Grassy Creek\, NC\, 28631\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Saved by a Salamander
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T193000
DTSTAMP:20250505T150553Z
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UID:2030-1747486800-1747510200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Saved By a Salamander Day
DESCRIPTION:Raising Awareness. Celebrating Success.\nConservation of the New River in Ashe County has a rich and successful history\, one that deserves to be remembered and celebrated. \nOn Saturday\, May 17th\, 2025 the New River Conservancy\, The Old Store at Grassy Creek\, and many other partners will host a day of events that not only share the story\, but teach us about conservation efforts that will help us enjoy the New River and its wonderful wildlife for years to come. \nWhy the name “Saved by a Salamander”? What does it mean? \nThe Old Store is located in Grassy Creek\, North Carolina on the northern border of Ashe County. One of the legends floating around Grassy Creek is that when the American Electric Power Company made plans to dam the New River and flood the Grassy Creek valley in the 1970s\, the obstacle that finally prevented them from doing so was a salamander. James Watson\, a member of The Old Store staff and avid herpetologist\, decided to dig into this story a little more. And what he learned was fascinating!  The Salamander in question was a hellbender and it might have played a role in saving Grassy Creek. \nThe rest of the story includes the designation of the New River as a scenic water way and the origins of the New River Conservancy. \nSaved by a Salamander Day tells the story and raises awareness of ways we can continue to support the conservation of this historic watershed for future generations. \n\nBoondocks Food Truck will be available on site\, as well as yummy goodies from The Old Store. \n \n \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/saved-by-a-salamander/
LOCATION:The Old Store at Grassy Creek\, 710 Grassy Creek Rd.\, Grassy Creek\, NC\, 28631\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Saved by a Salamander
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T130000
DTSTAMP:20250428T123008Z
CREATED:20250409T142101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T123008Z
UID:2087-1746349200-1746363600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Zaloo's Clean Up 2.0
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our Zaloo’s Clean Up.  https://forms.gle/Lfmur3utmbKcGBjj9\n\nJoin us for a Zaloo’s clean up on May 4\, 2025\nEveryone will meet at Zaloo’s at 9:00 am and be off the river by 1:00 pm.\n\nZaloo’s will provide the shuttle and  canoes depending on how many volunteers register.\n\nNRC will be able to provide at least one raft and three canoes if needed.\n\nWear good boots\, and bring rubber boots if you have them. Waders are recommended! We have a limited supply for folks to borrow.   It might not be cold\, but the water will likely still be.   Bring your own snacks and water.  Food will be provided by Zaloo’s at the end of the float.\n\nWe look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/zaloos-clean-up-2-0/
LOCATION:Zaloo’s Canoes\, 3874 NC Hwy 16 S\, Jefferson\, North Carolina\, 28640\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T153000
DTSTAMP:20250416T211239Z
CREATED:20250408T203825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T211239Z
UID:2084-1745056800-1745076600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: North Fork of the New River Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Creston\, North Carolina for a North Fork of the New River on April 12\, 2025. (Back up date in case of bad weather is 4/19/25) 10:00 am. The volunteers will meet at the Creston Fire Station\n\n\nThis will be a float cleanup so folks will need to prepare to be on the water for around 5 hours.\n\nBring snacks and water\, as well as waders if you have them. New River Conservancy and Mountain True will be working collaboratively on this effort.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/north-fork-of-the-new-river-clean-up-rescheduled-date/
LOCATION:Creston Volunteer Fire Department\, 167 3 Top Road\, Creston\, 28615\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T153000
DTSTAMP:20250408T202557Z
CREATED:20241230T182903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T202557Z
UID:1904-1744452000-1744471800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:North Fork of the New River Clean Up - UPDATE 4.8.25
DESCRIPTION:UPDATE 4.08.25\nWe are postponing the floating component of the cleanup this weekend to the following Saturday (4/19). There still will be a land based cleanup this Saturday though (4/12). The volunteers for this effort will still meet at the Creston Firehouse at 10:00 am.\n______________________\n\n\nJoin us in Creston\, North Carolina for a North Fork of the New River on April 12\, 2025. (Back up date in case of bad weather is 4/19/25) 10:00 am. The volunteers will meet at the Creston Fire Station\n\n(167 3 Top Rd\, Creston\, NC 28615\, 36.42990307013774\, -81.62010433035957)\n\nThis will be a float cleanup so folks will need to prepare to be on the water for around 5 hours.\n\nBring snacks and water\, as well as waders if you have them. New River Conservancy and Mountain True will be working collaboratively on this effort.\n\nPlease REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/QX6SPJGAHFuoc5g16
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/north-fork-of-the-new-river-clean-up/
LOCATION:Creston Volunteer Fire Department\, 167 3 Top Road\, Creston\, 28615\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T140000
DTSTAMP:20250107T154917Z
CREATED:20250107T154343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T154917Z
UID:1918-1743242400-1743256800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Helton Creek Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:March 29\, 2025 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm\nMeet at 1850 Big Helton Rd.\, Grassy Creek\, NC 28631\n(Our backup date in case of inclement weather is  4/5/25).\n\nWear good boots\, and bring rubber boots if you have them. It will be cold\, so we’ll be looking to stay dry. Bring your own lunch and water. We look forward to seeing you!\n\nThis cleanup is in partnership with Trout Unlimited\, Keep Ashe Beautiful\, and Mountain True\n\nPlease register here:\nhttps://forms.gle/ACfr5HJq7NLYaDCn6
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/helton-creek-clean-up/
LOCATION:1850 Big Helton Rd.\, Grassy Creek\, NC 28631
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T150000
DTSTAMP:20250128T210123Z
CREATED:20250124T221824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T210123Z
UID:1951-1742032800-1742050800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Zaloo's: Roan Creek to Wagoner Access River Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our Zaloo’s Clean Up.  On March 15th we will focus on the section between Roan Creek and Wagner access. Start time of 10:00 am with the volunteers meeting at Zaloo’s. NRC\, New River State Park and the county will coordinate about getting a dumpster at Wagoner.  NRC will coordinate with the landowner and the county about getting a dumpster at Roan Creek. Keep Ash Beautiful will provide trash pickers\, trash bags and gloves.\n.\nWADERS ARE REQUIRED! NRC HAS A LIMITED SUPPLY FOR FOLKS TO BORROW.\nWe will be floating and the conditions may be cold and challenging. This will be a risky cleanup.\n.\nEveryone will meet at Zaloo’s at 10:00 am and be off the river by 3:00 pm. Zaloo’s will provide the shuttle and hopefully a few canoes depending on how many volunteers register. NRC will be able to provide at least one raft and three canoes if needed.  Wear good boots\, and bring rubber boots if you have them. It will be cold\, so we’ll be looking to stay dry. Bring your own lunch and water. We look forward to seeing you!\nWaders are required! We will be floating and the conditions may be cold and challenging. This will be a risky cleanup. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/zaloos-roan-creek-to-wagoner-access-river-clean-up/
LOCATION:Zaloo’s Canoes\, 3874 NC Hwy 16 S\, Jefferson\, North Carolina\, 28640\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T170000
DTSTAMP:20250224T185647Z
CREATED:20250124T180944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T185647Z
UID:1935-1740823200-1740848400@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Hardin Creek Planting
DESCRIPTION:The New River Conservancy and the Town of Boone will be hosting a volunteer planting day at Hardin Creek on March 1\, 2025 (back up date of March 8). Volunteers will meet at Watauga High School at 10:00 am (please park in the parking lot in front of the school) and walk down to the planting site (there will be signs). \nWe please ask all volunteers to register for this event. Volunteers will need to bring sturdy boots\, water\, snacks\, and work gloves. Lunch will be provided during the event. \nThis is part of the ongoing restoration of Hardin Creek. This project seeks to restore 1\,820 linear feet and ~ 4 acres of floodplain along Hardin Creek where it flows into the South Fork New River in Boone\, NC. For more info: https://newriverconservancy.org/restore/ \nRegister Here
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/hardin-creek-planting/
LOCATION:Watauga High School\, 300 Go Pioneers Drive\, Boone\, NC\, 28607\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T150000
DTSTAMP:20250206T214000Z
CREATED:20250124T220655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250206T214000Z
UID:1949-1739613600-1739631600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Zaloo's to Roan Creek Clean Up:
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our Zaloos Clean Up.  On February 15th we will be cleaning the section between Zaloo’s and Roan Creek. Start time of 10:00 am. NRC will coordinate with the landowner and the county about getting a dumpster at Roan Creek. Keep Ash Beautiful will provide trash pickers\, trash bags and gloves.\n.\nWADERS ARE REQUIRED! IF YOU DO NOT HAVE WADERS\, WE HAVE A LIMITED SUPPLY OF WADERS TO BORROW.  We will be floating and the conditions may be cold and challenging. This will be a risky cleanup.\n.\nEveryone will meet at Zaloos at 10:00 am and be off the river by 3:00 pm. Zaloo’s will provide the shuttle and hopefully a few canoes depending on how many volunteers register. NRC will be able to provide at least one raft and three canoes if needed. Wear good boots\, and bring rubber boots if you have them. It will be cold\, so we’ll be looking to stay dry. Bring your own lunch and water. We look forward to seeing you!\n  \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/zaloos1/
LOCATION:Zaloo’s Canoes\, 3874 NC Hwy 16 S\, Jefferson\, North Carolina\, 28640\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T140000
DTSTAMP:20250128T211518Z
CREATED:20241230T155524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T211518Z
UID:1902-1738404000-1738418400@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Big Horse Clean Up 2.0
DESCRIPTION:We’re headed back to Lansing\, NC for a clean up on Big Horse Creek. Lansing took quite a beating during Helene and needs many hands to help it recover.\n.\nBring food\, water and dress for cold weather.\n.\nWADERS ARE RECOMMENDED !  IF YOU DO NOT HAVE WADERS\, WE HAVE SOME TO BORROW.\n.\nMeet at Lansing Creeper Trail Park @ 114 S Big Horse Creek Road\, Lansing\, NC (If weather prevents us on this date\, our back up date is February 1\, 2025.)\n.\nWe’re stoked that this cleanup is a collaboration between New River Conservancy\, Mountain True\, Keep Ashe Beautiful and Trout Unlimited. We will be partnering with these and many other great organizations to clean up the New River!\n.\nTo register please visit: https://forms.gle/whMiMwFFd7uaUXgk7
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/big-horse-clean-up-2-0/
LOCATION:Lansing Creeper Trail Park\, 114 S Big Horse Creek Rd\, Lansing\, NC\, 28643\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T143000
DTSTAMP:20241121T222248Z
CREATED:20241121T221956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T222248Z
UID:1856-1733563800-1733581800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Naked Creek Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:New River Conservancy in partnership with New River State Park is hosting a clean up on Naked Creek\, just east of Jefferson\, NC in Ashe County.  Volunteers will need to bring warm clothing and food and water. NRC will provide everything else. If you have waders\, please bring them. \nWe will meet at Naked Creek access road\, across from the Highlander Hotel on Highway 16 in Jefferson\, NC.  There will be signs out to help folks get to the right place.  Google coordinates are 36.41046332858659\, -81.4333043814618 \nVolunteers will be able to park past the gate for this event. \nThis event is capped at 30 volunteers.  Please email Joe Johnson at Joe@newriverconservancy.org to register to participate.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/naked-creek-clean-up/
LOCATION:Highlander Motel\, 891 NC-16\,\, Jefferson\, 28640\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T140000
DTSTAMP:20241030T125231Z
CREATED:20241030T123128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T125231Z
UID:1801-1731144600-1731160800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:South Fork of the New Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:New River Conservancy is partnering with Trout Unlimited\, RiverGirl Fishing Co.\, Watauga River Keeper and New River State Park for a South Fork of the New River Clean Up on Saturday\, November 9 at 9:30 am.\n.\nWe will be cleaning the South Fork from Green Valley Park to Todd This stretch of river has a lot of trash in the river (and trees) but not the floodplain due to the amazing work of the Todd community.\n.\nWe will provide trash bags\, gloves\, tire pullers and trash grabbers.\nPlease bring waders\, layer in warm clothes\, food\, and water\nClick here to sign up. \n  \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/south-fork-of-the-new-clean-up/
LOCATION:RiverGirl Fishing Company\, 4041 Todd Railroad Grade Road\, Todd\, NC\, 28684\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241108T090000
DTSTAMP:20241030T173446Z
CREATED:20241029T201107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T173446Z
UID:1796-1731056400-1731056400@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Big Horse Creek Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:New River Conservancy is proud to partner with Keep Ashe Beautiful (KAB) for a Big Horse Creek Clean Up on Friday\, November 8th.\n.\nThe mission is to clean up as much of Big Horse Creek as possible. We will be joined by volunteers coming up from Raleigh with the North Carolina Land & Water Fund who are eager to help.\n.\nGrab your waders and meet in the Creeper Park by the barn at 9:00 am on the 8th. Trash bags\, gloves\, grabbers etc. will be provided.\n.\nEven if you can just spare an hour or two\, your help is needed to clean out the unprecedented amount of “stuff” in the creek.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/big-horse-creek-clean-up/
LOCATION:Lansing Creeper Trail Park\, 114 S Big Horse Creek Rd\, Lansing\, NC\, 28643\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T170000
DTSTAMP:20240827T161508Z
CREATED:20240827T161255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T161508Z
UID:1627-1726304400-1726333200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:ReNew the New - North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:For the first time ever\, New River Conservancy and ReNew the New will host simultaneous cleanups on the New River in all three states of the watershed – North Carolina\, Virginia and West Virginia for “Fall into the New” on September 14\, 2024. \nReNew the New sponsors two annual river clean-ups. In the spring is “Ramps ‘n’ Roads” and in the fall\, “Fall into the New”.  Anyone interested in protecting and renewing the beautiful New River is welcome to join in. \nIn North Carolina\, New River Conservancy will be hosting three clean ups that day: \nSouth Fork of the New – Zaloos Canoes to Wagoner Access – 5 miles of the South Fork of the New River \nMountain Alliance will have its own fleet of boats and handle a section on the South Fork of the New River called Wagoner to Gentry Access. \nSouth Fork of the New – Wagoner to Gentry Road Bridge – 5.5 miles of the South Fork of the New River \nGE Aerospace will combine NRC boats with local individuals to do the Sheets Bridge to Wagoner Access section! They are looking for more boats and hoping to have a huge crowd! \nMiddle Fork of the New – Boone Greenway – \nRecreation Management Association at App State will do a walking river clean up on the Middle Fork of the New River called the Boone Greenway. \nFor information on any of these clean ups\, please contact Stella Cybulski at Stella@newriverconservancy.org \n  \n\n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/renew-the-new-north-carolina/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T130000
DTSTAMP:20240723T122555Z
CREATED:20240605T200144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T122555Z
UID:1384-1722171600-1722171600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:2024 Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to our Annual Meeting on the banks of the New River in Independence\, VA on\nSunday\, July 28th from 1:00 – 5:00 pm! \n\nJoin us for an afternoon of live music\, conversation and an update on New River Conservancy and plans for the future. Meet the staff\, volunteers and board of directors for New River Conservancy.  Meet old friends and new\, discover our history and enjoy an afternoon by the New.\n \nAnnual Meeting is open to everyone! Bring your family and friends. \nMeal tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for children under 13 and include all the fixins of a hometown cookout! Burgers\, all the sides\, desserts and soft drinks.   \nBeer and wine will also be offered.\n \nPlease register if you plan to purchase a meal ticket.  Make sure to enter names of everyone you register.\n \nWe look forward to seeing you! \nPS – We will have lots of merchandise for sale!  Please bring check or cash as the cell reception can be tricky and our Square might not be working. \nQuestions? \nContact Lisa Stansell – Galitz at lisa@newriverconservancy.org \nClick here to register
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/2024-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Independence\, Va\, 2456 Gold Hill Road\, Independence\, VA\, 24348\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Virginia,West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240713T200000
DTSTAMP:20240703T182431Z
CREATED:20240703T182313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T182431Z
UID:1443-1720890000-1720900800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Chomping at the Lure
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this fundraising event at Molley Chomper! There will be live music\, fishing lure hand tying with Al Hans\, Taco Truck food truck and vendors. Win prizes\, and have a great afternoon just a block away from Big Horse Creek. \nIncoming Board member\, Steve Trinkle\, will be on hand to talk about our summer events and how you can help the New River Watershed.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/chomping-at-the-lure/
LOCATION:Molly Chomper\, 165 Piney Creek Rd\, Lansing\, NC\, 28643\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240707T120000
DTSTAMP:20240703T180814Z
CREATED:20240703T180636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T180814Z
UID:1434-1720350000-1720353600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Ann Rose Send Off
DESCRIPTION:An organic farmer and former nurse\, Ann Rose’s farm is nestled in the Appalachian mountains and is starting to be impacted by drought. For the last 3 years her springs have dried up in August resulting in crop losses. \nBy doing the New-Kan-Oh-Miss river adventure\, Ann hopes to bring more awareness to water shortages nationwide and water pollution in my watershed. Her springs are part of the watersheds that flow to the Gulf. \nBeginning July 7\, Ann plans to kayak 1895 miles starting close to home on the New River\, continuing on the Kanawha then Ohio rivers\, to join the Mississippi until reaching the Gulf of Mexico\, 10 weeks later. \nJoin us as she launches her voyage from the Old Orchard Creek Store in Lansing\, NC on the banks of Big Horse Creek. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/ann-rose-send-off/
LOCATION:Old Orchard Creek Store\, 9350 NC-194\, Lansing\, NC\, 28643\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240602T200000
DTSTAMP:20240515T163449Z
CREATED:20240515T155701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T163449Z
UID:1353-1717340400-1717358400@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Water Cycle Art Event
DESCRIPTION:New River Conservancy (NRC) and the Center for Appalachian Studies (CAS) invite you to Water Cycle – a free\, family-friendly event on Sunday\, June 2 from 3:00 – 8:00 PM  in Creston\, NC at Riverview Community Center that will showcase area artists and offer hands-on workshops for the public.  The goal of the event is to amplify the need and increase awareness of the importance of a clean and healthy watershed.   Workshops begin at 3:00 PM  and will feature water monitoring\, weaving\, poetry\, and photography. \nPerformances featuring live music\, poetry\, and film will start at 6:30  to 8:00 PM.  Performers include Trevor McKenzie and Julie Shepherd Powell\, Scot Pope and Brenda Smith\, and Annie Woodford. A special screening of the Trash Trout Motion Picture Show will close the show.  The Trash Trout Motion Picture Show\, produced by Tom Hansell\, utilizes trash collected from the New River as art on the big screen.  Trash is easy to miss when it is alongside the road\, it’s just a small piece of paper or plastic we drive by at 60 MPH.  When it is blown up on a screen we can’t miss it and perhaps will pay closer attention to it in our environment in the future. \nMore details HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/water-cycle-art-event/
LOCATION:Riverview Community Center\, 1175 NC 88\, Creston\, NC\, 29615\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T180000
DTSTAMP:20240515T182413Z
CREATED:20240515T182324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T182413Z
UID:1359-1717236000-1717264800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Land Trust Day in Boone\, NC
DESCRIPTION:As we celebrate Land Trust Day\, Saturday\, June 1\, at the Boone\, North Carolina Mast Store location\, you’ll have the chance to meet Stella Cybulski\, our Operations Coordinator. The Mast General Store will donate 20% of the day’s sales to the New River Conservancy\, it’s land trust partner.\n.\nLand trusts’ help us maintain ties with our natural surroundings and keep our communities strong as they work to preserve our local landscapes\, create shared open spaces\, protect wetlands and wildlife habitats\, save family farms from development\, expand boundaries of our state and national parks\, and provide recreational opportunities for everyone to enjoy.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/land-trust-day-in-boone-nc/
LOCATION:Mast General Store\, 630 West King Street\, Boone\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T170000
DTSTAMP:20240521T191702Z
CREATED:20240521T191559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T191702Z
UID:1362-1716278400-1716310800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:42nd Annual Canoe Race
DESCRIPTION:The 42nd Annual New River Canoe Race and Family Float will be held the first day of Summer – Friday\, June 21\, in Jefferson\, NC.\n.\nThis Ashe County tradition is sponsored by generous donations from community sponsors. Proceeds from the race support ongoing restoration work and river clean ups in North Carolina being done by the New River Conservancy.\n.\nWhether you compete\, float for fun\, or just spectate\, come enjoy a beautiful day on the banks of the New River!\nBring your own canoe or kayak\, or rent one from Zaloo’s for a discounted rate. Zaloo’s also provides a free shuttle on the day of the race. The average time for new paddlers on this 5 mile stretch of river is around 1 hour. Many contestants with advanced skills have completed the race in less than 45 minutes. The race will take place rain or shine!\n\n.\nCATEGORIES forthcoming!  Stay tuned!\n.\nFEES:\n$30 Adult (18 +) Register by June 10 and receive your new t-shirt guaranteed!\n$15 Child (Under 18)\n\nDay of race registration allowed.\nRegistration closes Wednesday\, June 19th.\n\nTIMES:\nFamily Fun Float begins at 1:00 PM\nRace begins with staggered starts 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM\n\nIn person registration will begin 12:00 PM on Race Day.  \nPreference will be given to pre-registered guests to begin the race.\n  \nClick here to register
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/42nd-annual-canoe-race/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T203000
DTSTAMP:20240417T122146Z
CREATED:20240111T211608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T122146Z
UID:1067-1716037200-1716064200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Saved by a Salamander
DESCRIPTION:Raising Awareness. Celebrating Success.\nConservation of the New River in Ashe County has a rich and successful history\, one that deserves to be remembered and celebrated. \nOn Saturday\, May 18th\, 2024 the New River Conservancy\, The Old Store at Grassy Creek\, and many other partners will host a day of events that not only share the story\, but teach us about conservation efforts that will help us enjoy the New River and its wonderful wildlife for years to come. View full event details HERE. \nWhy the name “Saved by a Salamander”? What does it mean?\nThe Old Store is located in Grassy Creek\, North Carolina on the northern border of Ashe County. One of the legends floating around Grassy Creek is that when the American Electric Power Company made plans to dam the New River and flood the Grassy Creek valley in the 1970s\, the obstacle that finally prevented them from doing so was a salamander. James Watson\, a member of The Old Store staff and avid herpetologist\, decided to dig into this story a little more. And what he learned was fascinating!  The Salamander in question was a hellbender and it might have played a role in saving Grassy Creek….. To read what James wrote about it\, visit The Old Store website. \nThe rest of the story includes the designation of the New River as a scenic water way and the origins of the New River Conservancy. \nThe story of the conservation of the New River is an amazing one\, involving whole communities of people\, and one that we believe deserves to be celebrated. Saved by a Salamander Day tells the story and raises awareness of ways we can continue to support the conservation of this historic watershed for future generations. \n\nAlso\, join us Friday night for a special dinner at The River House.  Full information HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/saved-by-a-salemander/
LOCATION:Old Store at Grassy Creek\, 710 Grassy Creek Rd\, Grassy Creek\, 28631\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240423
DTSTAMP:20240320T161056Z
CREATED:20240320T161056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T161056Z
UID:1258-1713744000-1713830399@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day is an annual event on April 22 to demonstrate support for environmental protection. First held on April 22\, 1970\, it now includes a wide range of events coordinated globally by Earthday.org (formerly Earth Day Network) including 1 billion people in more than 193 countries. The official theme for 2024 is “Planet vs. Plastics.” \n  \nJoin us this year in a DIY Clean Up where you live and play.  Gather some friends\, some trash bags\, maybe some gloves and head outdoors to help clean up your neighborhood\, park or nearby trail.  Every bit help.  Every person matters. Send us your photos of your clean up and tag us on social media @newriverconservancy  or use this hashtag#itsallonewatershed \n  \nYou can also check out our 25 Things to do to help the New River Watershed \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/earth-day/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Virginia,West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T190000
DTSTAMP:20240409T132344Z
CREATED:20231113T165320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T132344Z
UID:966-1712836800-1712948400@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:New River Symposium 2024 - Rivers Cubed: Reconnect\, Restore\, Recreate
DESCRIPTION:APRIL 11 – 12\, 2024\nRegistration Closed\nNew River Symposium 2024 will once again celebrate the social\, economic\, and\nscientific value of the New River\, bringing together the river’s diverse constituents\nand providing a forum forpartnership\, research\, and policy development.\nThis year’s theme is “Rivers Cubed – Reconnect\, Restore\, and Recreate”\nNew River Symposium will be held at\nRadford University in Radford\, Virginia. \nSchedule HERE \nALL ABSTRACTS HERE\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe New River Symposium is a multi-disciplinary conference and celebration of the New River watershed\, open to anyone with a professional or amateur interest in the New River.  Anthropologists\, artists\, teachers\, students (undergraduate and graduate)\, historians\, researchers\, community leaders\, government officials\, stewards\, river keepers\, planners\, boaters\, birders\, anglers\, and friends from up and down the New are all welcome.\n\n\n\nOrganized and presented by the New River Conservancy and a diverse array of partners\, the biennial New River Symposium celebrates the ecological\, economic\, and cultural values of the New River\, brings together the region’s diverse constituents\, and provides a forum for partnership\, research\, and policy development. \nPrevious presenters have included teachers\, researchers\, community leaders\, government officials\, stewards\, river keepers\, planners\, boaters\, birders\, and anglers. \nWho should attend: Teachers and students\, researchers\, community leaders and volunteers\, government officials and their staff\, scientists\, engineers\, stewards\, outfitters\, river keepers\, planners\, boaters\, birders\, swimmers\, anglers\, friends and their friends from up and down the New River and throughout the New River Watershed. \nThursday AM Field Trip: 9:45 – 12:00  Visit historic Ingles Ferry Tavern (circa 1772)\,\npart of the ancestral home of Mary Draper Ingles\nPreregistration required.\n \nThursday afternoon Keynote Speaker: Dr. Bret Danilowicz\, Radford University President\nFriday morning Keynote Speaker:  Chief Jamie Poteat Harris of the New River Catawba Nation\nPresentation Schedule\n2024 Symposium Theme: “Rivers³: Reconnect\, Restore\, Recreate” \nA limited number of student scholarships are available.\nFirst come\, first serve.\nPlease contact Lisa at info@newriverconservancy.org
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/symposium-2024-rivers-cubed-reconnect-restore-recreate/
LOCATION:Radford University Student Rec & Wellness\, 200 Jefferson Street\, Radford\, 24142\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Virginia,West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T123000
DTSTAMP:20240320T155709Z
CREATED:20240320T155709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T155709Z
UID:1255-1712394000-1712406600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Keep Ashe Beautiful Spring Sweep
DESCRIPTION: Join us for the Ashe County Litter Sweep! Let’s come together to clean up\, beautify\, and transform our community into a cleaner\, greener space. Your involvement is crucial – every pair of hands helps make Ashe County shine brighter! Bring along your friends\, family\, and neighbors\, and let’s tackle litter together and create something truly remarkable. Let’s make Ashe County sparkle.\n\nSpread the word\, share the excitement\, and let’s make Ashe County the cleanest and greenest corner of North Carolina.\n\n\nFor inquiries\, contact us at keepashebeautiful@gmail.com\nRSVP https://forms.office.com/r/GkbCA3XrK3 \nSupply pickup info: https://www.keepashebeautiful.org/events
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/keep-ashe-beautiful-spring-sweep/
LOCATION:184 Campus Dr\, West Jefferson\, NC
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240406T120000
DTSTAMP:20240320T154338Z
CREATED:20240315T143724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T154338Z
UID:1246-1712394000-1712404800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:South Fork of the New River Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first 2024 New River Clean Up!  (Please be advised!  This event has been postponed to April 6)\n\nWe have partnered with Stone Mountain Trout Unlimited to clean the South Fork of the New River in Watauga County.\nParticipants should wear appropriate clothing and be prepared to get wet. To register and for more info please email info@newriverconservancy.org\n\n\nRiver CleanUps are crucial to protecting the waters\, woodlands\, and wildlife of the New River Watershed. Pollution in the New can harm physical habitat\, transport chemical pollutants\, threaten aquatic life\, and interfere with human uses of the river. However each year we get help from our River Cleanup Volunteers\, to remove trash from the river.\n\n\nWith your help we have cleaned over 1\,500 miles of river and removed over 14\,000 tires.\n\n\nWith your help we have cleaned out and disposed of 500\,000 pounds of trash. That’s the equivalent of 250 ’79 Volkswagen Beetles! OR. 40 African elephants! In trash.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/south-fork-of-the-new-river-clean-up/
LOCATION:South Fork of the New River\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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