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SUMMARY:Clean Up: Glade Creek to Grandview- NRG
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a New River Clean up in the New River Gorge on April 18\, from Glade Creek  to Grandview Sandbar.   \n\nBring your own craft or we do have raft seats available in varying numbers depending on the cleanup.  As always\, bags\, gloves\, litter pickers and lunch provided.\n.\n\n\nOnce you register at the links provided\, Dave Bassage will be in direct contact to work out particulars. *Times are approximate*\n.\n\nREGISTER HERE \n.\n\nThese events are great fun while doing significant good for the river we love so much. Last year all together we gathered 30\,000 lbs of trash!\n\n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/clean-up-glade-creek-to-grandview-nrg/
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T185310Z
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SUMMARY:New River Symposium 2026
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the 2026 New River Symposium at Appalachian State University in Boone\, NC from April 9 – April 10\, 2026. \nAll students are FREE.  Regular registration is $100. \nThe New River Conservancy is proud and honored to announce the keynote speaker for New River Symposium at Appalachian State University will be Federal Co-Chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission\, Gayle Manchin from West Virginia. \nSchedule and registration can be found HERE \nREGISTER HERE \nLODGING \nWe have secured discounted rooms at the following hotels in Boone\, NC.  Please follow the links to reserve your room. \nGraystone Lodge \nLa Quinta \nSleep In \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/new-river-symposium-2026/
LOCATION:Appalachian State University\, 287 Rivers St\, Boone\, NC\, 28608\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Virginia,West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T180000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20250924T203747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T203904Z
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SUMMARY:Raise a Toast - Secret Sandwich Society
DESCRIPTION:We’re hosting three different “Raise a toast” events throughout the New River watershed to celebrate 50 years of protecting the New with YOU and GIVING AWAY A FREE ESQUIF CANOE AT EACH! \nWe have three very special canoes\, chosen for their performance on the different sections of the New River. We have the Canyon\, Prospecteur 16 and the Ocoee. Check them all out at Esquif Canoes \nWe will be giving away the Esquif Ocoee at our West Virginia event. \nStop by and see the canoe at Secret Sandwich Society in October! \nThe rules are simple: \nMust be present to win. \nMust be a member of NRC to win.  Become a member now: MEMBERSHIP begins at $25 \nSave the date: October 25\, 2025 at  Secret Sandwich Society  \n  \n \n  \n** Enter to win at each location at Raise a Toast event by becoming a member that night online. If already a member\, Scouts Honor\, get a ticket at event. Must be present at drawing to win. Must take possession of canoe night of event. **
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/raise-a-toast-secret-sandwich-society/
LOCATION:Secret Sandwich Society\, 103 Keller Ave\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T213000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20250826T211706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T124404Z
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SUMMARY:Conservation Day at Grandview: Fun\, Learning\, and Adventure for the Whole Family
DESCRIPTION:The New River Gorge National Park & Preserve\, in partnership with the New River Conservancy\, West Virginia Rivers Coalition\, and the Dr. Seuss Enterprises\, invites families and visitors of all ages to Conservation Day at the Grandview Amphitheater in the New River Gorge National Park & Preserve on September 20\, from 4 PM to 8 PM. A free showing of The Lorax movie immediately follows. \nThis free\, family-friendly event offers a full afternoon of hands-on activities\, educational programs\, and entertainment designed to inspire care for West Virginia’s rivers\, forests\, and public lands. Guests can: \n\nVisit tables hosted by local and regional partnering organizations with fun\, interactive children’s activities\nAttend engaging talks about protecting our natural resources.\nReceive a free copy of the New River Activity Guide.\nEnjoy a screening of the beloved film The Lorax.\n\n“Unless someone like you cares a whole lot\, nothing is going to get better\,” said Maggie Stange\, Communications Manager for WV Rivers Coalition. “That’s why we’re excited to invite families to Conservation Day to explore\, learn\, and take action for our rivers and streams.”\n.\nVisitors can meet representatives from a variety of conservation groups\, community organizations\, and educational programs\, participate in hands-on experiences\, and take home resources and ideas for enjoying and protecting West Virginia’s incredible outdoors.\n.\nGuests can explore a variety of interactive tables and activities for kids\, hosted by local and regional partners including the Active WV\, Greenbrier River Watershed\, National Parks Conservation Association\, New River Alliance of Climbers\, New River Gorge National Park\, Piney Creek Watershed Association\, Plateau Action Network\, Snakes of West Virginia with Roy Moose\,  WV American Water\, WV Department of Environmental Protection\, and WV Explorer. \n. \nEach organization will offer hands-on experiences\, games\, and learning opportunities designed to connect children and families with West Virginia’s rivers\, forests\, and public lands.\n.\nNew River Conservancy Marketing and Communications Director\, Lisa Stansell – Galitz\, added: “Working with the Dr. Seuss Foundation on this project and having The Lorax attend is a dream come true. Conservation Day is a chance to give back to our communities in the New River watershed and help them learn how to protect the incredible resource of the river.”\n.\n“Just like the Lorax speaks for the trees\, we hope this event inspires everyone – young and old – to speak up for West Virginia’s rivers and public lands\,” said Stange.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/conservation-day-at-grandview-fun-learning-and-adventure-for-the-whole-family/
LOCATION:Grandview Ampitheater\, 4700 Grandview Rd\, Beaver\, WV\, 25813\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T170000
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SUMMARY:New River Clean Up - Cedar Branch to Indian Creek\, WV
DESCRIPTION:This cleanup is in conjunction with West Virginia Rivers Coalition and the Parks Project to cover the stretch from Cedar Branch to Indian Creek on the New River above Bluestone Lake. \n. \nThis is a ‘bring your own craft’ event or claim a spot in one of the inflatable kayaks(ducky) that we have access to. \n. \nLunch and all cleanup supplies will be provided. \n. \nApparel raffle afterwards! Meeting time and place will be shared once your register. \n. \nREGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1P3xnIlHR5Y_fizRbb8Dmt9hFsvUagYQVrunQ5cmz0_3g_g/viewform
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/new-river-clean-up-cedar-branch-to-indian-creek-wv/
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20250328T135003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T193611Z
UID:2071-1750579200-1750611600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:New River Gorge Clean Up: Thayer to Stonecliff
DESCRIPTION:This New River cleanup is co-sponsored by New River Conservancy and ACE Adventure Resort.  ACE will provide shuttle\, lunch\, pfd’s\, guided rafts for up to 25 participants.  New River Conservancy will provide trash bags\, gloves\, litter pickers and tire pullers.\n.\nParticipants may bring their own craft if they choose or ride in a guided ACE raft.  Dress to get wet and dirty\, bring water bottle\, shoes that can get wet while providing good protection\, and a change of clothes to leave in your vehicle upon return to ACE\, where showers are available.\n.\nUpon completion of this registration you will be contacted by New River Gorge Program Coordinator Dave Bassage with further information.\n.\nQuestions?  Please contact Dave@newriverconservancy.org\n\n.\nDress for the river and to get dirty.  Bring a clean set of clothes for after.   We look forward to seeing you!\n.\n\n\nYou must register here: https://forms.gle/zq4XqQ7W7oM627TF7\nPlease fill out a separate form for each participant in your group.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/new-river-gorge-clean-up-thayer-to-stonecliff/
LOCATION:Thayer
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20250227T191006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T193441Z
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SUMMARY:New River Gorge Clean up: Hinton to Camp Brookside
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean up from Hinton to Camp Brookside/ May 24\nMeeting place and time TBA\n.\nBring your own boat if you have the skills to maneuver this river stretch.  Limited raft seats and pfd’s available.  Lunch\, gloves\, bags\, and litter pickers provided.  Once you register\, event leader Dave Bassage will be in touch with more details.\n\n.\nDress for the river and to get dirty.  Bring a clean set of clothes for after.   We look forward to seeing you!\n\n\n.\nRegister HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/new-river-gorge-clean-up-hinton-to-camp-brookside/
LOCATION:Hinton\, WV
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20250227T183307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T000455Z
UID:2044-1745658000-1745679600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:New River Gorge Clean Up: Glade Creek to Grandview Sandbar
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean up from Glade Creek to Grandview Sandbar/ April\, 2025\n\nMeeting time and place TBA. \n\nBring your own boat if you have the skills to maneuver this river stretch.  Limited raft seats and pfd’s available.  Lunch\, gloves\, bags\, and litter pickers provided.  Once you register\, event leader Dave Bassage will be in touch with more details.\n\nDress for the river and to get dirty.  Bring a clean set of clothes for after.   We look forward to seeing you!\n.\nRegister HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/new-river-gorge-clean-up-glade-creek-to-grandview-sandbar/
LOCATION:Glade Creek\, WV\, West Virginia
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241008T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20240916T161421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T113629Z
UID:1681-1728381600-1728396000@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Piney Creek Gorge Hike w/ WV Explorer
DESCRIPTION:New River Conservancy is partnering with WV Explorer to host a fall hike into the Piney Creek Gorge in Beckley\, WV on October 8\, 2024 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. \nThe Grey Flats Trail System boasts over 20 miles of trails along the rim of the gorge and to the Alfred Beckley Mill along the High Falls of the creek. The Piney Creek Preserve plans an additional 20 miles of trails. \nThe hike will explore the Piney Creek Gorge Grey Flats Trail system with WV Explorer\, Dave Sibray\, Piney Creek Gorge Trail system builder\, Gary Morefield\, and NRC Program Coordinator\, Dave Bassage. Learn the history of the Beckley Mill at the bottom of the gorge\, the trail system and how Piney Creek fits in the New River Watershed. \nWe will meet at the YMCA soccer complex off RC Byrd Drive in Beckley\, WV \, hike across level land\, and then descend into the gorge to the Beckley Mill site before climbing back out. \nThe hike is 3.5 miles and will take about 3 hours with time to take photos of Piney Creek Falls and Mill Branch Falls. This is a strenuous hike with steep sections – beginners can do this if you are in good shape.  Wear appropriate shoes\, layered clothing\, and bring a filled water thermos and snack.  Meet at 10 am – finish between 1 and 2. \nRegistration is not required but requested at info@newriverconservancy.org \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/piney-creek-gorge-hike-w-wv-explorer/
LOCATION:YMCA Paul Cline Memorial Youth Sports Complex\, YMCA Drive\, Beckley\, WV\, 25801\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20240827T161841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T162816Z
UID:1630-1726304400-1726333200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:ReNew the New - West Virginia
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. \nThis location is a bring your own boat event.  We will be paddling from Grandview Sandbar to McCreary on the New River in the Gorge.  Gloves\, bags\, water and a t-shirt will be provided. Lunch will be served at noon. \nFor more information\, please contact Dave Bassage at Dave@newriverconservancy.org \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/renew-the-new-west-virginia/
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T123000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20240807T174039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T174557Z
UID:1534-1724486400-1724502600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:New River Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:New River – Cedar Branch to Indian Creek \nAugust 24 \nTime: TBA \nWe will supply bags\, grabbers\, LUNCH\, and water. There is limited room available in the rafts. \nSign Up and launch information – Email Dave Bassage at Dave@newriverconservancy.org
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/new-river-clean-up-2/
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240817T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20240807T173231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T173231Z
UID:1531-1723881600-1723896000@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Bluestone Lake Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:August 17\, 2024 \n8:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nHinton\, WV \nPartnering with Summers County Solid Waste Authority for this bring your own boat lake clean up. \nVolunteers will launch from 8-9 AM under the bridge on Pits Road at Bluestone Lake.  Google Map location here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iz1nkMqYJ3YFarA88 \nVolunteers can also clean up the Mary Ingalls Trail on the same day if they don’t have a boat. \nCookout after will be provided. More info recyclesummerscounty@gmail.com
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/bluestone-lake-clean-up/
LOCATION:Bluestone Lake\, WV-20\, Hinton\, WV\, 25951\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T140000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20240807T175829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T175829Z
UID:1537-1723284000-1723298400@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Bluestone Lake Pop Up Recycling (Saturday)
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with organizations in the New River Gorge\, New River Clean Water Alliance and New River Gorge National Park and Preserve\, NRC is taking the plastic free idea to the New River Gorge with “No New Plastic”\, a series of 4 summertime pop-up recycling & educational outreach events taking place throughout the New River Gorge from June – September. \nThe second August pop up will be held on Saturday\, August 10 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Meador Campground at Bluestone State Park. The September events will be held during Gauley Season near the Gauley River. \nMore info HERE \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/bluestone-lake-pop-up-recycling-saturday/
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20240807T174940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T175859Z
UID:1535-1723204800-1723204800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Bluestone Lake Pop Up Recycling (Friday)
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with organizations in the New River Gorge\, New River Clean Water Alliance and New River Gorge National Park and Preserve\, NRC is taking the plastic free idea to the New River Gorge with “No New Plastic”\, a series of 4 summertime pop-up recycling & educational outreach events taking place throughout the New River Gorge from June – September. \nThe August pop up will be held Friday\, August 9 from 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM at Pits Road near the boat launch and on Saturday\, August 10 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at Meador Campground at Bluestone State Park. The September events will be held during Gauley Season near the Gauley River. \nMore info HERE \n \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/bluestone-lake-pop-up-recycling/
LOCATION:Bluestone Lake\, WV-20\, Hinton\, WV\, 25951\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
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;VALUE=DATE:20240622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240623
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20240315T144221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T144221Z
UID:1249-1719014400-1719100799@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Gritty Chix Mud Run '24
DESCRIPTION:Gritty Chix Mud Run is BACK at ACE Adventure Resort. This June\, get ready to get muddy for a good cause. Solo or with a team\, Gritty Chix is all about FUN. Whether you walk\, sprint\, skip or dance through the course we promise you’ll be challenged a little and laugh A LOT. Cut loose! Costumes\, glitter\, face paint\, and anything in between are encouraged! \nVoted the #1 Mud Run/Adventure Race in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic in the 2020 Blue Rider Readers’ Choice Awards by Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine\, this is the PERFECT race for veterans and first timers alike. A portion of the proceeds from Gritty Chix Mud Run helps to support the New River Conservancy.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/gritty-chix-mud-run-24/
LOCATION:ACE Adventure Resort\, 1 Concho Road\, Oak Hill\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T150000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20240602T201908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240602T201908Z
UID:1373-1717927200-1717945200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Hinton\, WV River Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:It’s always nice to kick floating season off with a good Spring Cleaning! Please join us for our Annual River Clean Up.\n\nWe will supply bags\, grabbers\, snacks\, and water. There is limited room available in the rafts.\n\nPlease email Dave Bassage at dave@newriverconservancy.org to get your seat locked in and for more details as to put in and take out locations.\n\nAlways feel free to bring your own vessel as well. The more the merrier!
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/hinton-wv-river-clean-up/
LOCATION:Hinton\, WV
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240512T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20240320T153728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T193325Z
UID:1252-1715504400-1715515200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:New River Clean Up: In the Gorge
DESCRIPTION:New River Clean Up with Ace Adventure Resort\n\nAfter a fun weekend of the New River Gorge Race and Rodeo\, stick around Sunday and join us for a river cleanup with the New River Conservancy. We will be rafting a class III section of the New River while working to clean up trash.\n\nIt’s ever important that we come together to help restore our favorite playground to the pristine condition it should be in. Every piece of trash removed is one less on the river after all! Plus what’s not to like about spending a few hours on a fine spring day to root through the woods and rocks to clean them of garbage?\n\nSign Up – Email Dave Bassage at dave@newriverconservancy.org to secure your spot
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/new-river-clean-up/
LOCATION:ACE Adventure Resort\, 1 Concho Road\, Oak Hill\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240429
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20240402T193223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T193223Z
UID:1309-1714262400-1714348799@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:New River Clean Up: Glade Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a New River Clean Up on Sunday\, April 28 on the New River from Glade Creek to Grandview Sandbar. \nWe will be rafting quite possibly the easiest section of the New River while working to clean up trash. \nSign Up – Email Dave Bassage at dave@newriverconservancy.org to secure your spot. \n  \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/new-river-clean-up-glade-creek/
LOCATION:New River Watershed
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240422
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240423
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
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/
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Virginia,West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240412T190000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
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;VALUE=DATE:20231128
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231129
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20230929T142818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T142818Z
UID:888-1701129600-1701215999@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Giving Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:GivingTuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Since then\, it has grown into a year-round global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give\, collaborate\, and celebrate generosity. GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world. \nYOU can help the New River Conservancy in so many ways this year and every day. \nSHARE the “Unselfie” – Download the Unselfie.  Fill it out.  Take a selfie.  Share it on your social media and tag us like this @Newriverconservancy  on Facebook\, Instagram\, Twitter\, LinkedIn or send it to us in an email with to events@newriverconservancy.org \nTELL your New River story – When did you meet the New River? How did you get involved with NRC?  Take a short video and share it on social media! Tag us! \nVOLUNTEER for a river clean up\, a riparian plant\, at an event.  Boots on the ground are invaluable to us! \nVISIT the New River with your friends and family.  Your love of the New River is contagious! \nCLEAN up litter wherever you are on the planet.  Litter always ends up in the watershed. \nINSPIRE others to care for the New River as you do.  Inspiration comes every moment\, every day. \nJOIN us by becoming a New River Conservancy member. \nDONATE any amount at all.  Every dollar counts towards river clean ups\, restoration and preservation. \n  \n \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/giving-tuesday/
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Virginia,West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20230710T130551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T150820Z
UID:772-1693038600-1693051200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:New River CleanUp/ReNew the New Giles County\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Join us again for ReNew The New’s “Fall Into The New” on Saturday\, August 26. This year we are headed into West Virginia too! \nVolunteers are asked to gather at the Glen Lyn Park\, Campground Drive\, Glen Lyn\, Va. 24093 by 8:30 that morning. We are cleaning the river from Rich Creek\, VA to Shanklin’s Ferry\, WV. \nVolunteers will be shuttled back to the park by 1:00 for a Giles County-provided lunch and to collect their “Fall Into The New 2023” T-shirts. This year we are strongly encouraging\, those who can\, to bring their own vessels to the cleanup. Sign up and help ReNew the beautiful New River!\n\nRSVP with your first and last name\, email address\, and phone number . \nMAKE SURE YOU DOUBLE CLICK ON THE “DOWNLOAD WAIVER \nGloves\, bags\, water and a t-shirt will be provided. You will return by 12:00 and lunch will be served there. \nIf bringing your own boat\, please provide your own shuttle. \n  \nRegister for Giles County HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/fall-into-the-new-renew-the-new/
LOCATION:Glen Lyn Town Park\, Campground Drive\, Glen Lyn\, VA\, 24093\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia,West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230730T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230831T233000
DTSTAMP:20260427T064303
CREATED:20230728T194921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T122047Z
UID:790-1690704000-1693524600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:New River Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:25 years ago\, on July 30\, 1998\, President Bill Clinton traveled to the Severt family farm\, along the banks of the New as it carves through the lush green mountains of Ashe County in western North Carolina\, to designate the New River\, along with 14 other rivers in the United States\, as an American Heritage River. \nThe New River Conservancy (NRC)\, who will celebrate their 50th anniversary next year\, works every day to protect the waters\, woodlands and wildlife of the New River Watershed.  NRC encourages residents in the watershed to appreciate\, take care of\, and enjoy the New River every day.  With this in mind\, they created a scavenger hunt that will surely highlight much of what the watershed has to offer. \nRules for Scavenger Hunt\nFans will take pictures of our scavenger hunt list and post them to social media with the hashtag #NRC25. They must (1) Follow the New River Conservancy page on their respective social media of your choice: Facebook\, Instagram\, Twitter;  (2) Tag New River Conservancy and (3) Use  the hashtag of #NRC25 \nHunt will begin on the 25th Anniversary of the New River named as a National Heritage River on July 30\, 2023 and run throughout the month of August\, ending on August 31\, 2023.  \nAnyone finding at least 15 will receive a new NRC Stella decal. \nAnyone finding all 25 will win a swag bag of NRC merch. \n5 Bonus points to anyone sending a video of them kayaking\, boating\, tubing on the New River. \nPhoto Hunt List:\n\nAny view of the New River\nNew River Gorge Bridge\, WV\nPeople tubing down the New River or any tributary in the watershed. (Must name body of water)\nPeople boating\nPeople paddle boarding\nPeople fishing from a boat in the New River (Name location in post)\nPeople fishing from the shore of a river or stream\nAny state park or national park sign within the watershed\nA kayak or canoe paddle\nAny trail sign within the watershed\nYour picnic on the banks of a river or creek\nToes in the water\, sandals not required\n A river cleanup in the watershed\n Cliffs along the New River\n Jackson Ferry Shot Tower\n A biker on a trail within the New River watershed\n A blue heron\n A river otter\n Mary Draper Ingles Statue in Radford\, VA\n Personal Floatation Device\n Todd Island Park sign in Todd\, NC\n Any waterfall within the New River Watershed (must name location)\n A pet boating with you\n A drybag\n A rainbow\n\n*Contestants agree that New River Conservancy may use images from contest on any and all of their social media sites\, website or printed material with photo credit given to photographer/contestant. 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/new-river-scavenger-hunt/
LOCATION:New River Watershed
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Virginia,West Virginia
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