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SUMMARY:Baker Island Clean Up
DESCRIPTION: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. \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! \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/baker-island-clean-up/
LOCATION:Foster Falls Lower Boat Launch\, 116 Orphanage Drive\, Max Meadows\, VA\, 24360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T140000
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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:20250215T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250215T150000
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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:20250301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250315T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250315T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250114T205523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T210519Z
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SUMMARY:The Big Plant: Radford\, VA
DESCRIPTION:The Big Plant is a community event hosted by the New River Conservancy & Nursery Natives.\n\nThe event\, which began in Blacksburg along Stroubles Creek and continues to this day\, is open to the public.\n\nThe Big Plant strives to enable positive environmental change for individuals who may think they have no power over their macro-environment.\n\nThe Big Plant’s mission is to engage community members in projects that improve landscape resiliency\, increase stormwater preparedness\, and improve water quality through the planting of native trees and shrubs along waterways.\n\nIn Radford the entire project is funded by the VDOF in partnership with New River Conservancy and Nursery Natives\, City of Radford\, Radford Parks and Rec\, Radford Beautification and Municipal Forestry Commission.\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/the-big-plant-radford-va/
LOCATION:Veterans Field\, 1500 New River Drive\, Radford\, Virginia\, 24141
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250322T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250114T175218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T191814Z
UID:1926-1742630400-1742749200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:The Big Plant: Blacksburg\, VA
DESCRIPTION: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 planted on Virginia Tech’s campus and surrounding Blacksburg area to initiate ecological restoration.\n.\nThe event is open to the public\, which brings in hundreds of students and community members of all backgrounds and ages to volunteer.\n.\nHosted by the Environmental Coalition at Virginia Tech\, Stroubles Creek Coalition\, Virginia Tech\, VT StREAM Lab\, Watershed Restoration Solutions and New River Conservancy where thousands of trees are planted on Virginia Tech’s campus and surrounding Blacksburg area to initiate ecological restoration. \n.\n\n\nThe Big Plant’s mission is to engage community members in projects that improve landscape resiliency\, increase stormwater preparedness\, and improve water quality through the planting of native trees and shrubs along waterways\n.\n\n\nThis event is directly funded by VDOF\, VDEQ\, VT Office of Sustainability\, and VT Student Budget Board and also funded in part by VT Site and Infrastructure Development and in partnership between NRC\, Virginia Tech\, and the Environmental Coalition at VT in Blacksburg.\n\n\n.\nMeeting location HERE\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/the-big-plant-blacksburg-va/
LOCATION:Heth Farm Road\, Blacksburg\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250329T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250405T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250124T181732Z
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SUMMARY:Baker Island 2.0
DESCRIPTION: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 \nBaker 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. We’ll have boats\, gloves and equipment. \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! \nQuestions?  Contact Andrew Downs at andrew@newriverconservancy.org \nRegister HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/baker-island-2-0/
LOCATION:Foster Falls Lower Boat Launch\, 116 Orphanage Drive\, Max Meadows\, VA\, 24360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250412T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250422T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250306T205625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T205819Z
UID:2059-1745341200-1745350200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Draper Grand Opening
DESCRIPTION: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.\n. \nEnjoy wine\, soft drinks and hors d’oeuvres as you meet our Virginia staff\, see our new space & take home a tree of your own. Our thanks to Pulaski County for supporting this endeavor!\n. \nPlease RSVP by sending an email to Lisa Stansell-Galitz at lisa@newriverconservancy.org
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/draper-grand-opening/
LOCATION:Draper Office\, 3163 Greenbriar Rd - B Side\, Draper\, VA\, 24324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250428T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250124T181926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T122813Z
UID:1942-1745827200-1746291600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED Baker Island 3.0
DESCRIPTION: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. \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!
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/baker-island-3-0/
LOCATION:Foster Falls Lower Boat Launch\, 116 Orphanage Drive\, Max Meadows\, VA\, 24360\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250504T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250221T210455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T150553Z
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:20250517T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250221T210406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T191355Z
UID:2028-1747490400-1747494000@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:All About the Hellbender
DESCRIPTION:Learn all about the famous Hellbender salamander! Also known affectionately as snot otter\, lasagna lizard\, devil dog\, etc.\, the Hellbender is one of the most secretive residents of the Appalachian area. They are the largest amphibians in the country\, reaching 29in in length. \nJoin us as Kelly McCoy from River Girl Fishing Co. tells us all about this amazing creature.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/all-about-the-hellbender/
LOCATION:The Old Store at Grassy Creek\, 710 Grassy Creek Rd.\, Grassy Creek\, NC\, 28631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saved by a Salamander
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250517T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250517T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250221T210022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T192057Z
UID:2019-1747503000-1747508400@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:The Jeff Little Trio
DESCRIPTION:The Old Store is pleased to present a performance by the Jeff Little Trio to cap off Saved by a Salamander Day. The performance is free for everyone. \nWe have some seating\, but you might want to bring lawn chairs\, just in case. \nThe Jeff Little Trio \n“Jeff Little is a remarkable musician\, steeped in the tradition of his native Blue Ridge\, yet also a virtuosic and eclectic innovator.”– National Public Radio \n“Jeff Little tore the place apart with his wondrously quick and articulate piano style. He is always intelligent and richly melodic.”-The Boston Globe \n Jeff Little  \nJeff Little is an award-winning musician from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. With few exceptions the piano does not play a prominent part in Americana or Appalachian music and is rarely the lead instrument. But Jeff Little is an exception and a remarkable one. Jeff has not only been recognized as a critically acclaimed musician but also a true music innovator. \nJeff as well as his trio stay busy traveling the country performing concerts with an energy and dedication to their music that is evident at every show. Performances include The Smithsonian Institution\, The National Folk Festival\, American Piano Masters\, The Barns of Wolf Trap and many theatres\, performing arts centers\, and festivals. Jeff has been featured on National Public Radio and PBS many times and has also taken his music around the world for the US Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs performing in Sri Lanka\, Bahrain\, Oman\, France and Tanzania. In 2014 Jeff was inducted into the Blue Ridge Music Hall of Fame. In addition\, Jeff is Artist in Residence for the Popular Music Program at Catawba College in Salisbury\, NC.  \nSteve Lewis \nSteve Lewis is an award – winning guitar and banjo player from Todd NC and is one of the most respected acoustic musicians in the country. Steve is well known for his flat picking on guitar and his mastery of the five – string banjo. Steve has won many championships for his guitar and banjo playing. Some of the prestigious events include the Walnut Valley Nationals\, Merlefest\, the Galax Old Time Fiddlers Convention\, Renofest and the Wayne Henderson Guitar Competition. Steve is also a two-time national champion on the banjo. \nLuke Little  \nLuke Little is a young and talented mandolin player whose musicianship and style expand well beyond his years. Luke’s performances include the National Folk Festival\, PBS Song of the Mountains\, The Richmond Folk Festival and The Moss Center for the Performing Arts at Virginia Tech. \nLearn about the Jeff Little Trio on their website.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/the-jeff-little-trio/
LOCATION:Old Store at Grassy Creek\, 710 Grassy Creek Rd\, Grassy Creek\, 28631\, United States
CATEGORIES:Saved by a Salamander
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250227T191006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T193441Z
UID:2049-1749290400-1749304800@newriverconservancy.org
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:20250607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250523T194109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T203815Z
UID:2179-1749290400-1749306600@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:New River Clean Up: Fries\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean Up from Fries Riverside Park to New River Outdoor Adventure \nMeet at New River Outdoor Adventures at 10:00 a.m.\n.\nThis New River cleanup is co-sponsored by New River Conservancy and New River Outdoor Adventures. New River Outdoor Adventures will provide shuttle\, canoes\, PFDs\, and lunch for the event. New River Conservancy will provide trash grabbers\, trash bags\, gloves\, and tire pullers.\n.\nDress to get wet and dirty and bring plenty of water. Wear shoes designed for protection that you don’t mind getting dirty and a change of clothes for after getting off the water.\n.\nUpon completion of this registration you will be contacted by New River Conservancy Clean Up Coordinator William Sowards with further information.\n.\nQuestions? Please contact: Will@newriverconservancy.org\n.\nPrepare to get dirty and have an awesome time on the river. We look forward to seeing you!\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/new-river-clean-up-fries-va/
LOCATION:New River Outdoor Adventures\, 5785 Fries Rd\, Galax\, VA\, 24333\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250622T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250622T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
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:20250628T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250519T182735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T172208Z
UID:2162-1751103000-1751122800@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:New River at Whitethorne\, VA Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:  \nPlease register for our New River Clean up at Whitethorne on June 28\, 2025\nMeeting place and time will be 9:30 am at the Whitethorne boat launch.\n\nLunch\, gloves\, bags\, and litter pickers provided.  Once you register\, an event leader 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\nWe look forward to seeing you! \n\n.\nPLEASE REGISTER HERE:
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/new-river-at-whitethorne-va-clean-up/
LOCATION:Whitethorne public boat ramp\, 5265 Whitethorne Road\, Blacksburg\, VA\, 24060\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250507T185641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T193051Z
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:20250706T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250616T183756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T222351Z
UID:2211-1751814000-1751821200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:2 Lansing Clean Ups - Land & River
DESCRIPTION:We will be hosting two clean ups after Ann Rose’s Celebration in Lansing\, North Carolina. \n. \nThese New River cleanups are co-sponsored by Ann Rose – River Warrior. The New River Conservancy will provide shuttle\, canoes\, life jackets\, trash grabbers\, trash bags\, tire pullers\, and a great time. \n There will be a Big Horse Creek cleanup at 3:00 to  5:00 PM following Ann Rose’s Celebration at the Lansing Creeper Trail Park\, and a river clean up at Deep Ford Bridge. We will be running a shuttle from Lansing Creeper Trail Park at 5:00 after Ann Rose’s Celebration.\n.\n\nLAND BASED CLEAN UP:  We will be cleaning alongside Big Horse Creek on the Lansing Creeper Trail. This clean up is low pressure and you can spend as much or as little time helping as you want.  Please register for the LAND BASED HERE\n.\nRIVER BASED CLEAN UP: We will be cleaning a small section of river up from the Deep Ford Bridge. There won’t be a lot of paddling\, but there will be a lot of trash. Please register for the RIVER CLEAN UP HERE \n. \nUpon completion of this registration you will be contacted by New River Conservancy Clean Up Coordinator William Sowards with further information. \nQuestions? Please contact\nWill@newriverconservancy.org \nPrepare to get dirty and have an awesome time on the river. We look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/lansing-clean-ups/
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:20250713T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250713T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T162717
CREATED:20250627T160239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T160239Z
UID:2228-1752400800-1752415200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Fulton Reeves River Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean Up from Fulton Reeves to New River Outfitters on July 13th.  \nMeet at New River Outfitters at 10:00 AM.\n\nThis New River cleanup is co-sponsored by New River Outfitters and New River Conservancy. New River Outfitters will provide canoes\, life jackets\, and shuttle. New River Conservancy will provide gloves\, trash grabbers\, tire pullers\, and a good time.\n\nWe will be cleaning the river from Fulton Reeves to New River Outfitters.\n\nDress to get wet and dirty and bring plenty of water. Wear shoes designed for protection that you don’t mind getting dirty and a change of clothes for after getting off the water.\n\n\nREGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/Zrm21f1yUmsSLkYg9\n\nUpon completion of this registration you will be contacted by New River Conservancy Clean Up Coordinator William Sowards with further information.\n\nQuestions? Please contact\n Will@newriverconservancy.org\n\nPrepare to get dirty and have an awesome time on the river. We look forward to seeing you!
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/fulton-reeves-river-clean-up/
LOCATION:New River Outfitters\, 10725 U.S. Hwy 221 N\, Crumpler\, NC\, 28617\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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