Department of Conservation and Recreation
Conserve. Protect. Enjoy.
Department of Conservation and Recreation
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College students trained by DCR join prescribed fire crews, gaining on-the-ground experience in conservation, leadership. READ MORE
Gardeners and landowners can now buy native wildflower seeds produced by Virginia farmers. READ MORE
DCR zoologist Ellison Orcutt answers questions about one of Virginia's native bees that make their home underground. READ MORE
A globally rare wildflower thrives at Bald Knob, now open to the public. READ MORE
Camp Branch Wetlands Natural Area Preserve protects habitat for significantly rare species. READ MOREcr300.jpg)
DCR adds more than 100 acres of longleaf pines to southeast Virginia. READ MORE
Staff scientists rediscover plants not seen in decades and new populations of rare species. READ MORE
State agencies are working together on a new deer management program that provides conservation-driven hunting opportunities. READ MORE
The Virginia Master Naturalist (VMN) program is a statewide corps of volunteers providing education, outreach and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities.  The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation has been a sponsor of the program since 2005. READ MORE
Native river cane is making a comeback thanks to volunteer efforts. READ MORE
