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Upcoming Events

Canoe Trip at James River NWR
Saturday, September 12, 2009   9:00 AM
    
Search for bald eagles, great blue herons and more while paddling the tranquil waters of Powells Creek at James River NWR.  Guided by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services staff.  Bring your own canoe or kayak.  Participation is limited to 10 watercraft.  Pre-registration is required.  Sponsored by the James River Association.  Please contact (804) 730-2898 ext. 205 or hmurdoch@jrava.org to register.


Past Events

Bald Eagle Observation Boat Tour
Thursday, July 2, 2009
   10:30 AM
What better way to prepare for Independence Day than observing Bald Eagles in the wild. Board the refuge pontoon boat for a guided tour along one of the largest eagle roosting areas in the East. Pre-registration is required.  Sponsored by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.  Contact Cyrus at (804) 829-9020 or cyrus_brame@fws.gov to pre-register or for additional details.

Canoe Trip at James River NWR
Saturday, May 2, 2009,  9:00 AM
       
Search for bald eagles, great blue herons, egrets, and osprey to celebrate
Earth Day.  Local naturalists will be your guide to interpret the ecologically and culturally rich waterway of Powells Creek and adjacent hiking trail.  Participation is limited.  Canoes and canoe safety training will be provided.  Pre-registration required.  Sponsored by the James River Association.  Please contact (804) 730-2898 ext. 205 or hmurdoch@jrava.org to register.

James River NWR Volunteer Work Day
Saturday, April 18, 2009
   9:00 AM
Help give a little TLC to the Wildlife Refuge in preparation for the coming season. Some of the tasks will include vegetation management, structure demolition, and sign installation. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.  Pre-registration is required.  Contact Cyrus at (804) 829-9020 or cyrus_brame@fws.gov to pre-register or for additional details.

Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) at James River NWR
Saturday, February 14, 2009
   8:00 AM
Conduct Citizen Science on Valentine's Day at your local refuge with the Audubon Society.  All sightings will be recorded and posted on the GBBC website as part of a national event.  Pre-registration is required.  Contact Cyrus Brame at (804) 829-9020 or cyrus_brame@fws.gov for details.

 


Last Updated: July 17, 2009


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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Eastern Virginia Rivers NWR Complex
P.O. Box 1030
Warsaw, VA 22572

Office: (804) 333-1470
Fax: (804) 333-3396

E-mail: James River NWR

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
James River NWR
11116 Kimages Road
Charles City, VA 23030


Office: (804) 829-9020
Fax: (804) 829-9606
E-mail: James River NWR