Upcoming Events
Follow the link above to check out PEC sponsored events. Or read below for a variety of events sponsored by groups throughout the region.
(Charlottesville) See a unique exhibit on the Charlottesville-Albemarle community water supply as Charlottesville Tomorrow shares its independent analysis and history of Charlottesville & Albemarle's long-term water supply plans at this reception.
(Frederick) Attend the Sixth Annual Forum for Rural Innovation to learn about new approaches for agriculture and rural prosperity. The forum will include exhibits and feature some of the most progressive and recognized farms and researchers in the US.
(Clarke) See winning photos from Clarke County Conservation Easement Authority's inaugural photo contest.
(Fauquier) The Hopewell Observatory will be open for an evening of stargazing. Mars and some spectacular deep sky objects (Orion nebula, the Pleiades, Crab nebula, etc.) will be up in the night sky. Dress warmly. Event subject to clear skies.
(Loudoun) Come learn about gardening at this symposium sponsored by the Loudoun County Master Gardeners. This year's theme is "Garden 2 Table" and will feature Joe Lamp'l, Ellen Ogden, Dr. Mike Raupp, and more.
(Charlottesville) Join Wild Virginia for the annual Wild & Scenic Environmental Film Festival in Charlottesville & Stanton. Spend the evening learning about conservation and watching inspiring films.
(Albemarle/Charlottesville) Bring the kids to a fun afterschool program to learn about nature, play games, learn songs, and listen to stories. Parents are encouraged to participate along with their children during this event.
(Albemarle/Charlottesville) Bring your 3-5 year old out to Ivy Creek Natural area to explore nature with a short talk and trail walk. Volunteer guide Rachel Bush will lead participants on this walk.
(Madison) Choose a community garden plot, learn about composting worms and building raised beds, and get advice for your home or community garden.
(Cville) Come and learn about plants, wildlife, our natural resources and more!
(Loudoun) Attend this informational meeting to learn about what Plant a Row does and how volunteers can help feed the hungry in Loudoun.
(Fauquier) Come out and enjoy early spring while helping eliminate invasive Garlic Mustard at Thompson Wildlife Management Area.
(Orange) For easement donors in the Culpeper Basin Important Bird Area: Attend a free workshop to learn about programs and practices for restoring bird habitat on your property.
(Fauquier) Join PEC and the Julian W. Scheer Cedar Run Land Conservation Fund for a casual walk through farm fields on your way to the bluebell covered banks of the Cedar Run.
(Loudoun) Come hear Mike Virts of Catoctin Garden speak on the five best practices of container gardening developing during this lecture by Loudoun County Master Gardeners.
(Lexington, VA) Join over 500 environmental leaders from across the state for this symposium to learn and exchange information about environmental stewardship and managing natural resources necessary for a sustainable future.
(Shenandoah County) Please join Shenandoah Forum for a series of public forums and workshops presenting options for supporting and enhancing the viability and profitability of Shenandoah County's agricultural base.
(Albemarle) Bring the family for one day or all three days of paddling the beautiful Rivanna River. This paddle will be professionally guided.
(Fauquier) Stop by the opening day of the Warrenton Farmers' Market in Old Town--for fresh fruits, veggies, flowers, herbs, baked goods, and more.
(Albemarle) Join the Living Earth School for an animal tracking workshop led by Hub Knott of the Living Earth School. Participants will learn tools for identifying and tracking wildlife and understanding interactions between animals and the environment.
(Fauquier) Explore Bull Run Mountain beyond the trails and tour cemeteries, foundations, and clearings that mark past residences. Also enjoy a hot breakfast in the woods and an historical reenactment by local historian, Marcia Markey.
(Loudoun) Stroll through the streets of Old Town Leesburg during the 20th Annual Flower & Garden Festival, and visit over 100 vendors displaying landscape designs, gardening supplies, outdoor living, plants, flowers, gardening items, patios, and more.
(Albemarle) Part of the statewide Historic Garden Week, enjoy a self-guided tour of historic homes and gardens throughout the Charlottesville and Albemarle area.
(Clarke) Mark your calendar for this carbon neutral, zero waste family event. This year's theme is Grass Roots Green- Getting Back to Basics. Enjoy workshops, food, music, vendors, and fun!
(Fauquier & Loudoun) Enjoy a self-driven tour of historic homes and gardens in Loudoun & Fauquier, during this year's garden tour "Enduring Natural Landscapes Celebrate a Simpler, Nobler Time."
(Culpeper) Stroll through the market for locally grown produce, vibrant flowers, delicious baked goods, farm fresh eggs, and much more.
(Madison) Topics at this workshop will include mud management, ways to feed hay and complete chores more efficiently, and local success stories.
(Clarke) Follow the Shenandoah River through Clarke County from the early 18th century through the Civil War and beyond. This self-guided tour will take you through historic homes and gardens rich in history and rural culture.
(Loudoun) Save the date for the EarthDay@Loudoun Family Festival 2010!
(Albemarle) The Albemarle County Parks and Recreation Department and the county’s Natural Heritage Committee are hosting a Bioblitz and Cultural Inventory of a new park in the county, and invite you to participate.
(Fauquier) Bring the kids to Sky Meadows State Park to meet some wildlife up close. A naturalist from the Blue Ridge Wildlife Center will lead this educational program on wildlife in our area.
(Fauquier) Bull Run Mountain Conservancy's natural resource manager, Kristin Wolf, will take participants on a tour of a local mitigation bank. The walk will show how a man-made wetland is created while investigating unique wetland ecosystems.
(Albemarle) Join the Living Earth School in Charlottesville for a family survival weekend. This class will lay the foundation for survival and give you the practical tools needed to live closely with the land.
(DC) Attend this 2-day Symposium in Georgetown to learn about the role that landscape architects can have in conserving or restoring wildlife diversity.
(Fairfax) Join the Bull Run Mountain Conservancy for a spring outing to the Accotink Bay Wildlife Refuge located on Fort Belvoir Army Base. This guided expedition will tour the refuge to see nesting osprey, otters, beaver, muskrat, turtles, and more.
(Fauquier) PEC's own Todd Benson will speak at Sky Meadows State Park about the importance of land conservation and how it benefits people and wildlife alike.
(Fauquier) Celebrate spring, strawberry season, and good old country fun with live music, arts and crafts, and more.
(Fauquier) Attend this two-day workshop and learn more about your options to pass on your family woodlands or farm. Legal and financial experts will be on hand to help you make your wishes clear while minimizing the cost of professional advisers.
