You are invited to our Annual Meeting on the banks of the New River in Independence, VA on Sunday, July 28th from 1:00 - 5:00 pm! Join 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
August 17, 2024 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Hinton, WV Partnering with Summers County Solid Waste Authority for this bring your own boat lake clean up. Volunteers 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 Volunteers can also clean up the Mary Ingalls Trail […]
New River - Cedar Branch to Indian Creek August 24 Time: TBA We will supply bags, grabbers, LUNCH, and water. There is limited room available in the rafts. Sign Up and launch information – Email Dave Bassage at Dave@newriverconservancy.org
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. ReNew the New sponsors two annual river clean-ups. In the spring is […]
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. ReNew the New sponsors two annual river clean-ups. In the spring is […]
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. ReNew the New sponsors two annual river clean-ups. In the spring is […]
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. The Grey Flats Trail System boasts over 20 miles of trails along the rim of the gorge and to the Alfred Beckley Mill along […]
16 small, bronze frog statues been strategically placed throughout town and the surrounding area to call attention to the fresh water flowing under and around the streets and buildings of downtown Blacksburg. . We are happy to partner with 16 Frogs to offer this educational stroll through Blacksburg. Join Downtown Blacksburg, Inc Executive Director,Tracie Hughes […]
Join the New River Trail State Park & Virginia Outdoor Foundation for clean ups this week at Foster Falls, Virginia. Be prepared to protect your personal safety while cleaning up debris after a disaster. Restrooms may not be available at this location. Contact Erin Pitts to register at Erin.Pitts@dcr.virginia.gov This will require 1) wading across […]
New River Conservancy is proud to partner with Keep Ashe Beautiful (KAB) for a Big Horse Creek Clean Up on Friday, November 8th. . The 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 […]
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. . We will be cleaning the South Fork from Green Valley Park to Todd This stretch of river has […]
In the aftermath of Helene, New River Trail State Park is working diligently with emergency response crews and volunteers on relief efforts. Volunteers will be provided with necessary equipment, but it’s advised to bring personal items such as water bottles, snacks, and layers of clothing for various weather conditions. Volunteers must wear close-toed shoes. Be […]
In the aftermath of Helene, New River Trail State Park is working diligently with emergency response crews and volunteers on relief efforts. Volunteers will be provided with necessary equipment, but it’s advised to bring personal items such as water bottles, snacks, and layers of clothing for various weather conditions. Volunteers must wear close-toed shoes. Be […]
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. We will meet at Naked Creek […]
Baker Island is a mile-long island in New River Trail State Park. The Park has asked the New River Conservancy to take the lead on cleaning the park of debris after Hurricane Helene. We'll be collecting trash, bagging it and shuttling it by canoe and boat to the bank for disposal. Wear good boots, and […]
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. . […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
The Big Plant is a community event hosted by the New River Conservancy & Nursery Natives. The event, which began in Blacksburg along Stroubles Creek and continues to this day, […]
The Big Plant is a community event hosted by the @Environmental Coalition at Virginia Tech, @Stroubles Creek Coalition, Virginia Tech, TerraHabitats and New River Conservancy where thousands of trees are […]
March 29, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Meet at 1850 Big Helton Rd., Grassy Creek, NC 28631 (Our backup date in case of inclement weather is 4/5/25). Wear […]
We return to Baker Island with New River Trail State Park. We'll meet at the lower boat launch at Foster Falls at 10:00am and knock off around 3:00pm Baker Island […]
UPDATE 4.08.25 We 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). […]
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. […]
We are so pleased to announce the grand opening of our Virginia Outpost located in The Conery building in Draper, Va. Join us for an Earth Day evening. . Enjoy […]
Please register for our New River Clean up from Glade Creek to Grandview Sandbar/ April, 2025 Meeting time and place TBA. Bring your own boat if you have the skills […]