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Keeping an Eye on Oystercatchers
Nature Conservancy shorebird/waterbird technician Nicole Dewberry reports from the field and explains how a healthy oystercatcher population is a good indicator of the quality of habitat at the Virginia Coast Reserve. Hear Nicole's account from the field and see a Flash slideshow of these colorful birds.
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Eastern Shore Riding Restoration Wave
There’s a growing awareness that the healthiest, most intact ecosystems will be most resilient and likely to endure climate change. Read on for inspiring examples from Virginia's Eastern Shore where the Conservancy is helping nature and people adapt to our changing world.
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From Sea the Plate
Nature plays a critical role in putting food on our tables — especially our seafood. Find out how conservationists, fishermen, chefs (including Hook's Jonathan Seningen) and consumers together are finding new ways to keep our seafood sustainable and our oceans healthy.
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Mary Porter, Volunteer Photographer
From the Chesapeake Bay’s shimmering waters to Warm Springs Mountain’s majestic vistas, volunteer photographer Mary Porter's images inspire support for conservation. Read our Q&A with Mary and see a slideshow of her work.
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Saving Seagrass at Virginia Coast Reserve
It's considered the largest seagrass restoration event in the world. Now it's your chance to learn about this historic volunteer event (100 volunteers, 100 wetsuits!) and see why restoration efforts at the Virginia Coast Reserve are so important.
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Down the River
Julie Zimmerman, a Conservancy river ecologist, talks about how a traditional land-buying approach won’t work to protect our rivers and the species that depend on them.
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Restoring Fire to Natural Systems
Sam Lindblom, director of land management in Virginia, tells us how prescribed fires give nature a boost at Warm Springs Mountain. See photos and a video, too!
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Mussels Count: Clinch-Powell Clean Rivers Initiative
Learn how the Clinch-Powell Clean Rivers Initiative is using sound science and collaboration to save two of North America’s most remarkable rivers.
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A Victory for Native Oyster Restoration
It's official: Asian oysters will NOT be introduced in the Chesapeake Bay, according to an April 6th decision applauded by The Nature Conservancy.
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James Taylor & the Original Flying Machines
Still going strong after four decades as a performer, James Taylor recently kicked off his summer 2008 tour in Virginia Beach with a benefit concert for the original flying machines: migratory songbirds.
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Whimbrel Update
After “Winnie” the whimbrel departed Virginia’s Eastern Shore carrying a tiny satellite transmitter, the shorebird presented researchers big surprises flying nonstop to the MacKenzie River near the Alaska-Canada border. Unfortunately, biologists believe Winnie either died or lost her transmitter along the shores of Lake Superior. However, “Willie,” a second whimbrel, continues to provide valuable information about these impressive transcontinental fliers.
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What Is Your Story?
What about nature inspires you? The Nature Conservancy wants to hear what makes YOU an environmentalist! In 150 words or less, please share your story by e-mailing yourstory@tnc.org. Then check back to see if your story has been published and read how nature inspires us all. Be inspired by stories from fellow Virginians.
Nature pictures (top to bottom): Photo © Mark Godfrey/TNC (Eelgrass underwater); Photo © Moshe Zusman (Chef Jonathan Seningen); Photo © Jerry and Marcy Monkman (Kayakers paddle the Connecticut River in Old Lyme, Connecticut); Photo © Barb Stewart/NPS (Sam Lindblom); Photo © Daniel White/TNC (Researcher measures mussel during Clinch River survey); Photo © Hal Brindley; Photo © Daniel White/TNC (Fisherman Island National Wildlife Refuge); ; Photo © Barry Truitt/TNC (Winnie the whimbrel); Photo © Pat Churchman (Augusta County, VA in the Shenandoah Valley).
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