February 2022
Newsletter
An Evening At River Farm: Celebrating Conservation Heroes

NVCT is excited to announce the return of our annual gala to celebrate conservation successes and the local heroes who make it possible. As COVID-19 has prevented us from bringing you this event for the last two years, we can't wait to see your friendly faces as we enjoy fantastic music and delicious food and drink together on June 3, 2022, from 6 pm to 9 pm.

It is only fitting that our return to public events will happen at River Farm, the site of one of NVCT's proudest accomplishments, where we will honor the community members, volunteers, elected officials, and so many others who made this story possible. River Farm is safe, and we want to introduce you to it and to the new energy that's breathing life into the historical landmark formerly owned by our nation's first president, George Washington.

If you have yet to experience River Farm or haven't since the gates have been reopened, this is your chance to do so with incredible food, drink, and great company among friends who value the natural, cultural, and historical legacy of Northern Virginia.

See you there!
Register for Broad Run Off Road's Spring Bloom Adventure Race

Broad Run Off Road's Spring Bloom Adventure Race is just a couple of months away! On April 30, 2022, at Lake Anna State Park, racers will enjoy paddling, trekking, and biking in both 4-hour race and 10-hour race options, so whether you are a newcomer to adventure racing or seek a full day of outdoor adventure, sign up now!

Broad Run Off Road is a fantastic organization whose goal is to create fun, active, outdoor activities off the pavement while making fun and competitive events to raise money for important causes. We are grateful that 100% of this year's Broad Run Off Road's Spring Bloom Adventure Race proceeds will be generously donated to NVCT to support our mission of Saving Nearby Nature.


For more event specifics, click the button below.
NVCT Protects 5-acre Natural Area in Great Falls

The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust recently celebrated the protection of a 5-acre parcel in Great Falls near the Potomac River that is now safeguarded forever, thanks to a generous land donor.

The property owner, Tom Cafferty of Cafferty Commercial Real Estate Services, has now completed his third conservation easement with NVCT, as he strikes an effective balance between providing commercial real estate development services and preserving the natural heritage of a rising populated region.

Click to button below to learn all about this latest conservation success!
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Conservationists of Color: Black History Month Edition

Happy Black History Month, Northern Virginia! Each Friday, throughout February, we will recognize a legendary Black environmentalist who dedicated their life to Saving Nearby Nature, highlighting their significant contributions to society.

This starts our Conservationists of Color series, where we acknowledge conservation heroes from many diverse backgrounds year around. Click the button below to read the first two blog entries on George Washington Carver and MaVynee Betsch.
NVCT Protects 40 acres of wildlife habitat in Stafford County

The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust is excited to announce the protection of a 40-acre property in Stafford County of nearly one hundred percent upland hardwood forestry. The land includes American beech, American holly, and red maple trees and is virtually free of invasive plant species known to overwhelm native plant life.

Click to button below to learn all about this latest conservation success!
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Make A Difference By Donating
It is more important than ever to continue safeguarding the special places we hold dear. Please stand with us and make a gift today. Your tax-deductible donation will help NVCT protect the lands, waters, and scenic beauty of Northern Virginia for all time.
Northern Virginia Conservation Trust (NVCT) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that has been working to protect the lands, waters, and scenic beauty of Northern Virginia for over 25 years.