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      CRLC has protected over 16,000 acres of land in the Richmond region, including over 60 miles of stream and river frontage since 2005. Learn more…

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      Malvern Hill Farm

      This acquisition is a long-awaited victory after an 18 month long effort to save the farm from likely development as a residential subdivision with more than 500 homes. Learn more…

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      Investing in our efforts to protect thriving natural places, historic sites, local farms, clean drinking water, and diverse wildlife leaves a lasting impact. Support CRLC today!

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Eco Fest 2025

Join Capital Region Land Conservancy at Dock Street Park for the James River Association's free Eco Fest on Saturday, September 13, 2025

  • Christina Newton
  • August 5, 2025
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National Take a Hike Day at Varina LandLab Conservation Area

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Set a course for National Take a Hike Day with Capital Region Land Conservancy at the Varina LandLab Conservation Area on Saturday, November 15, 2025!

  • Christina Newton
  • June 19, 2025
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Dorey Park Farmers Market Conservation Day

Dorey Park Farmers Market

Join Capital Region Land Conservancy at Dock Street Park for the annual Clean The Bay Day clean-up effort

  • Christina Newton
  • June 18, 2025
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2023 Fields, Forests + Streams Celebration

Fields, Forests + Streams brings together our growing conservation community to celebrate the places and land we love. Join us for a fun evening at Maymont!

  • Peter Braun
  • August 24, 2023
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The View That Named Richmond Now Permanently Protected Along James River

Dock Street press conference with remarks from CRLC executive director Parker Agelasto. The View That Named Richmond Protected.

RICHMOND, VA — The Conservation Fund, Capital Region Land Conservancy and City of Richmond announced today the permanent protection of four acres in Virginia’s capital city, completing a cooperative and yearslong effort to conserve what historians call “the view that named Richmond.” Beyond maintaining…

  • Peter Braun
  • July 10, 2023
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CRLC Opens Varina LandLab Conservation Area for Public Access

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Henrico, VA – Celebrating Great Outdoors Month, and National Trails Day on Saturday June 3rd, 2023, Capital Region Land Conservancy (CRLC) has officially dedicated the Varina LandLab at 9200 Deep Bottom Road in Henrico County with 353 acres of land…

  • Peter Braun
  • June 3, 2023
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‘Imperiled’ Native Plant Population Protected by CRLC Conservation Easement

native plant with 3-lobed white flower coming from one central stem with radial green leaves.

Charles City County, VA – Protecting just a few acres of wetlands can make the difference between the hoped-for survival of a native plant species and its loss from our community. A rare Virginia native plant called the Virginia Least…

  • Peter Braun
  • May 16, 2023
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CRLC Hires Leading Conservationist Michael Lipford as first Director of Conservation Partnerships

Richmond, VA – As the need to conserve Virginia’s natural and historic lands grows more urgent in the rapidly changing Richmond Region, Capital Region Land Conservancy (CRLC) has hired Michael Lipford, a veteran conservationist in Virginia, to help meet this…

  • Peter Braun
  • February 9, 2023

Conserve Your Land: New Kent Landowner Workshop

Invitation graphic with view of blue skies over Pamunkey River in New Kent County. Text reads: Conserve Your Land New Kent Farmers & Riverfront Landowners.

New Kent's rivers are special. Join CRLC staff to learn about conservation easements, their financial benefits, and how to protect your farm or riverfront land.

  • Peter Braun
  • January 25, 2023
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Richmond, VA 23230

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Richmond, VA 23226

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804-745-3110

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