SWCD In Session: October Board Meeting Tour - STOP 3 is Calling Prince George County Producers!
Thursday, October 16, 2025 • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
6450 Administration Drive Prince George, VA, 23875
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https://www.ext.vsu.edu/events/2025/1016-gettingtoknowlocaldcr-crnde
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LOCAL DCR/SWCD
Learn • Connect • Get Involved
Calling all Prince George County producers and those served by the James River SWCD!
■ Location: TBA
■ Tour Hosted By: VSU Small Farm Outreach Program in partnership with James River SWCD & Virginia
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What You’ll Actively Learn:
- What SWCDs and DCR actually do
- How conservation programs and cost-share funds are approved
- Who makes the decisions and how you can get involved
- Opportunities for farmers, landowners, and local residents
- Ways to protect soil, water, and natural resources in your community
■ What Happens at a SWCD Board Meeting?
- Partner updates from DCR, NRCS, Extension, & more
- Cost-share & BMP approvals for landowners
- Program planning & community conservation efforts
- Budget reviews & district decision-making
- Public comment and Q&A
■ This is your chance to:
- Meet your local conservation leaders
- Learn about funding and support for your land
- Voice your concerns or interests
- Discover internships, volunteer, or leadership opportunities
■ Any location changes will be announced.
For more information, contact Tabitha Bugg at 804.892.2997 or
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You may also like the following events from VSU College of Agriculture:
- Next Wednesday, 24th September, 12:30 pm, Sheep & Goat Fall Field Day in Meadowview
- Next Thursday, 25th September, 01:30 pm, Edamame Harvest and Taste Event in Petersburg
- This month, 29th September, 08:00 pm, The History and Impact of Bananas in Petersburg, Virginia
Also check out other
Meetups in Prince George.