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SUMMARY:RAINED OUT! Thurmond\, WV
DESCRIPTION:THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN AND POSSIBLE THUNDERSTORMS IN THE REGION. \nPLEASE JOIN US AT “JOURNEY’S END” AT THE GAINES ESTATE ON AUGUST 9 FROM 3:00 – 6:00 PM. \nJoin Abbey\, Anastasia\, Dave and Lucy at the Dun Glen pavilion in Thurmond\, WV for our last NRX26 Meet & Greet before Journey’s End. \nThe Dun Glen pavilion is a “paddle up” location on the banks of the New River\, so feel free to join us by kayak\, canoe or boat. (Regular car driving is fine too.) \nThe crew will have traveled over 250 miles by this point and have lots of stories to tell of their adventures. \nJoin NRC staff Dave Bassage and Lisa Stansell – Galitz and find out what’s next for the New River Water Trail and the benefits it could bring to your community. \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/meet-greet-thurmond-wv/
LOCATION:Dun Glen\, 136 Dun Glen Parking Lot\, Thurmond\, WV\, 25936\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T160000
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SUMMARY:NRC Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, July 25 from 1:00 – 4:00 PM for this free event at The New River’s Edge in Pembroke\, VA as we celebrate 51 years since the founding of the National Committee for the New River\, the New River Expedition 2026\, and the expansion of the New River Water Trail. \nThis yearly event will have hamburgers and hot dogs and all the fixin’s\, live music\, and our yearly Awards Ceremony. \nPlease register for  ANNUAL MEETING \nWant to paddle with us before the meeting? We’re going to meet at New River’s Edge at 8:00 AM for a 5 mile paddle. \nBring your suit because the New River will definitely be calling your name. \nRegister here for the paddle:  PADDLE \n  \nIf you have questions\, please email Lisa Stansell – Galitz at Lisa@newriverconservancy.org
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/nrc-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:New River’s Edge\, 665 Rocky Hollow Rd\, Pembroke\, VA\, 24136\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina,Virginia,West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T143000
DTSTAMP:20260729T144843Z
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SUMMARY:Bridle Creek Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean Up from Fields Dam to Bridle Creek on Saturday\, August 1st\, 2026 \n \nPlease meet at the Bridle Creek River Access\, 3436 Gold Hill Rd\, Independence\, VA 24348 at 9:00 AM to set shuttle\n\n\n\nAugust is clean water month is Grayson County and we need you and your crew to help clean the New!\n\nThe New River Conservancy will supply all tools and equipment for this clean up with additional support from our partners; Grayson LandCare\, Goodwill Grange #959\, New River Wildlife and Conservation Club\, and Grayson County Tourism\n\nDress to get dirty and bring plenty of water as well as a light lunch.\n\nPlease bring your own kayak or canoe if you have them and wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty in.\n\nUpon completion of this registration you will be contacted by New River Conservancy Clean Up Coordinator Will Sowards with further information.\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\nQuestions? Please contact\nWill@newriverconservancy.org
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/bridle-creek-clean-up-2/
LOCATION:Bridle Creek River Access\, 3436 Gold Hill Rd\, Independence\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T180000
DTSTAMP:20260713T141848Z
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SUMMARY:Journey's End - Grand Finale at the Gaines Estate
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the Journey’s End of the New River Expedition 2026 and bid a final farewell to the amazing crew at the historic Gaines Estate in Fayetteville\, WV on Sunday\, August 9\, 2026 from 3:00 – 6:00 PM. \nWe are excited to bring to you one final chance to meet the New River Expedition crew live and in person. Talk to Abbey\, Anastasia\, Dave and Lucy about their journey through almost the entirety of the New River\, and their adventures along the way. \nFind out what’s next for the New River Water Trail and the benefits it could bring to your community. \nMeet the Executive Director of the New River Conservancy and many of the staff from the watershed. \nA cocktail hour plus presentation from the crew will be highlights of the afternoon at the Gaines Estate\,  a restored 1920’s era mansion that sits on 192 acres in downtown Fayetteville\, WV .  The estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. \nTickets for this incredible afternoon are just $20 and include hors devours and soft drinks.  A cash bar with beer\, wine and cocktails will be available in the main house for the event. \nTICKETS  \n  \nwww.efergusonphotography.com
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/journeys-end-grand-finale-at-the-gaines-estate/
LOCATION:The Gaines Estate\, 225 W Maple avenue\, Fayetteville\, WV\, 25840\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260810T093000
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SUMMARY:Walk the Creek -  Peak Creek Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our Peak Creek Clean  on August 10\, 2026\nSave the date! It’s our annual walk the creek cleanup with our partners\, Friends of Peak Creek. We need volunteers who aren’t afraid of getting dirty and wet!\n\nWe will wade from Duncan Bridge to Heritage Park and keep trash from getting to Claytor Lake and the New River. Lunch will be provided.\n\nPlease register HERE\n\nOnce you register\, event leader Cathy Hanks 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!
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/walk-the-creek-peak-creek-clean-up/
LOCATION:600 NE First Street\, 600 NE First Street\, Pulaski\, 24301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T150000
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SUMMARY:Mouth of Wilson River Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean Up from the Round House to the Mouth of Wilson Boat Launch on Wednesday\, August 12th\, 2026 \n \nPlease meet at Mouth of Wilson Boat Ramp\, County Line Rd\, Mouth of Wilson\, VA 24363 at 10:00 AM to set shuttle\n\n\n\nAugust is Clean Water Month in Grayson County and we need you and your crew to help save the New!\n\nThis clean up is cosponsored with our partners at Goodwill Grange #959! We will supply all tools and equipment for this event!\n\nDress to get dirty and bring plenty of water as well as a light lunch.\n\nPlease bring your own kayak or canoe if you have them and wear layers you don’t mind getting dirty in.\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\nUpon completion of this registration you will be contacted by New River Conservancy Clean Up Coordinator Will Sowards with further information.\n\nQuestions? Please contact\nWill@newriverconservancy.org
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/mouth-of-wilson-river-clean-up/
LOCATION:Mouth of Wilson Boat Ramp\,  County Line Rd\, Mouth of Wilson\, VA\, 24363\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T150000
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SUMMARY:Clean UP: Independence\, VA
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean Up from the Independence River Access\, 1236 Old River Ln\, Independence\, VA 24348  to 146 River Road\, Sparta\, NC\, 28675  \n \nPlease meet at 1236 Old River Ln\, Independence\, VA 24348  at 10:00 AM to set shuttle\n\n\nSpring into the New this June and join our clean stream team to help clean North America’s Oldest River.\n\n\nThe New River Conservancy will supply all tools and equipment for this clean up with additional support from our partners; NC State Parks\, Keep Alleghany Litter Free\, NC Wildlife Federation’s High Country Wild Chapter and NC Works.\n\nDress to get dirty and bring plenty of water as well as a light lunch.\n\nPlease bring your own kayak or canoe if you have them and wear clothes you don’t mind getting dirty in.\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\nUpon completion of this registration you will be contacted by New River Conservancy Clean Up Coordinator Will Sowards with further information.\n\nQuestions? Please contact\nWill@newriverconservancy.org
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/clean-up-independence-va/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260907T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260907T140000
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SUMMARY:Adairs Run/East River Clean Up and Snorkeling
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our East River/Adairs Run Clean up and Snorkeling Event on Labor Day\, Sept. 7th from 9:00 am to ~2:00 pm \n\nWhen: 9am to 12pm; lunch/break: 12pm to 1245pm; snorkeling 1245 to ~2pm\n\n.\nWhere: Meet at the parking area where Elgood Mountain Rd meets HWY 460.\nHere are the coordinates: 37.369007\, -80.868022. https://maps.app.goo.gl/7br7jBv3LPPiLsgv7\n.\nClean up: Join our clean stream team and help clean the confluence of two tributaries to the New River. We will be wading in the water.\n.\nOptional snorkeling: After cleaning the banks and the waters\, we will be snorkeling to experience the awesome aquatic life of the New River Watershed. We will have the opportunity to clean up any micro-trash we otherwise missed. Snorkeling is a great way to view the fish and macroinvertebrates hiding under the rippling waters of our streams and rivers.\n.\nTools/equipment: The New River Conservancy will supply tools and equipment (grabbers\, gloves\, trash bags) for the event. We have 10 snorkels & masks available for use.\n.\n\nYou provide: your own wetsuit/kneepads for snorkeling\, or brave the cool waters! Waders may be useful if you intend to wade in the creek\, but are not necessary. Dress to get dirty! Bring a change of clothes for after snorkeling. Bring plenty of water and snacks (light snacks will be provided). \n.\nWhen: 9am to 12pm; lunch/break: 12pm to 1245pm; snorkeling 1245 to ~2pm\n\n.\nWhere: Meet at the parking area where Elgood Mountain Rd meets HWY 460.\nHere are the coordinates: 37.369007\, -80.868022. https://maps.app.goo.gl/7br7jBv3LPPiLsgv7\n.\nParticipants under 18 are welcome to attend if a parent or guardian is present with them for the duration of the event.\n\n.\nYou may register HERE. \n\n.\nUpon completion of this form\, you will be contacted by New River Conservancy Clean Up Coordinator\, Sydney Haney\, with further information.\n.\nQuestions? Please contact\nsydney@newriverconservancy.org
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/adairs-run-east-river-cleanup-and-snorkeling/
LOCATION:Elgood and 460\, 37.369007\, -80.868022\, Glen Lyn\, WV\, United States
CATEGORIES:West Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260909T170000
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CREATED:20260831T191918Z
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UID:3432-1788940800-1788973200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:AdventureWorks: An Outdoor Economy Summit
DESCRIPTION:Outdoor Adventure Drives Economic Impact\n\n\n\nExploring the intersection of outdoor recreation\, tourism\, economic development\, and higher education. \nBuilding on the excitement of the New River Expedition\, and the expansion of the New River Water Trail\, New River Conservancy is happy to be joining other organizations and thought leaders at this inaugural summit at the Radford University campus.  Stop by our table and learn how you can support and join the efforts of the New River Water Trail and our work in the region. \nAdventureWorks is an outdoor economy summit hosted by Radford University\, celebrating its designation as Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine’s Top Adventure College. \nThis inaugural event brings together community leaders\, outdoor businesses\, educators\, and policymakers to explore the dynamic intersection of outdoor recreation\, economic development\, and higher education. The summit highlights the ways outdoor assets and experiences create opportunities for business growth\, tourism development\, talent attraction\, and community vitality.
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/adventureworks-an-outdoor-economy-summit/
LOCATION:Radford University Student Rec & Wellness\, 200 Jefferson Street\, Radford\, 24142\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260831T181619Z
CREATED:20260831T181356Z
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SUMMARY:Fields Dam Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean Up at Fields Dam  \nSaturday\,  September 12th at 10:00 AM.   \nPlease meet at 9668 Wilson Hwy\, Mouth of Wilson\, VA 24363  \n\n\n.\nJoin us this September and join our clean stream team to help clean North America’s Oldest River.\n.\nThe New River Conservancy will supply all tools and equipment for this clean up with additional support from our partners in Grayson County!\n.\nDress to get dirty and bring plenty of water as well as a light lunch.\n.\nPlease bring your own boat if you have one and prepare to have a good time on the water!\n.\nREGISTER HERE\n.\nUpon completion of this registration you will be contacted by New River Conservancy Clean Up Coordinator Will Sowards with further information.\n\nQuestions? Please contact\nWill@newriverconservancy.org
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/fields-dam-clean-up/
LOCATION:9668 Wilson Hwy\, 9668 Wilson Hwy\, Mouth of Wilson\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T140000
DTSTAMP:20260831T182724Z
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UID:3418-1789812000-1789826400@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Mountain House Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean Up at the Mountain House  \nSeptember 19th at 10:00 AM \nPlease meet at 510 River Front Dr\, Jefferson\, NC 28640 \n\n\n\nJoin us this September and join our clean stream team to help clean North America’s Oldest River.\n.\nThe New River Conservancy will supply all tools and equipment for this clean up with additional support from our partners in Ashe County!\n.\nDress to get dirty and bring plenty of water as well as a light lunch.\n.\nPlease bring your own boat if you have one and prepare to have a good time on the water!\n.\nREGISTER HERE\n.\nUpon completion of this registration you will be contacted by New River Conservancy Clean Up Coordinator Will Sowards with further information.\n.\nQuestions? Please contact\nWill@newriverconservancy.org
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/mountain-house-clean-up/
LOCATION:Mountain House\, 510 River Front Dr\, Jefferson\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:North Carolina
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T220000
DTSTAMP:20260831T190627Z
CREATED:20260831T190627Z
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SUMMARY:Paddling Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:In conjunction with Blacksburg Parks and Recreation and Ameriprise Enterprises in Radford\, VA\, we are happy to be a sponsor of the Paddling Film Festival again this year. We will have a table in the lobby highlighting the New River Water Trail and the New River Expedition. \nThe Paddling Film Festival has been showcasing the world’s best paddling films since 2006. Travel from a river deep in the jungles of Gabon to the monster waves of the Indus in Pakistan; from a scientific exploration by packraft in Patagonia to a 1\,000-mile canoe trip spanning the Pacific to the Arctic; and from finding freedom on the water after a tragic accident to the workshop of a legendary canoe builder. \nThe film begins at 7:00 PM.  Doors open at 6:30 PM. \n. \nAdmission is $15 in advance and $20 on the day of. \n  \n 
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/paddling-film-festival-2/
LOCATION:Lyric Theatre\, 135 College Avenue\, Blacksburg\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T140000
DTSTAMP:20260831T183459Z
CREATED:20260831T183459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T183459Z
UID:3423-1790416800-1790431200@newriverconservancy.org
SUMMARY:Fries Dam Clean Up
DESCRIPTION:Please register for our New River Clean Up at the Fries Dam  \nSeptember 26th at 10:00 AM \nPlease meet at Fries River Park\, 335 Firehouse Dr\, Fries\, VA 24330\n\n\n\nJoin us this September and join our clean stream team to help clean North America’s Oldest River.\n.\nThe New River Conservancy will supply all tools and equipment for this clean up with additional support from our friends in Fries\n.\nDress to get dirty and bring plenty of water as well as a light lunch.\n.\nPlease bring your own boat if you have one and prepare to have a good time on the water!\n\n\n.\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n.\nUpon completion of this registration you will be contacted by New River Conservancy Clean Up Coordinator Will Sowards with further information.\n.\nQuestions? Please contact\nWill@newriverconservancy.org
URL:https://newriverconservancy.org/event/fries-dam-clean-up/
LOCATION:Fries River Park\, 335 Firehouse Dr\, Fries\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virginia
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