Managing and preserving the Eastern Shore of Virginia’s natural resources and natural areas through education, outreach, citizen science, and stewardship.
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REGISTRATION REQUIRED/SPACE IS LIMITED More information here. Join members Frank Renshaw and David Boyd as they “walk through the 445-acre Preserve that encompasses woodlands, forested wetlands, and an extensive salt marsh on the southern tip of Virginia’s Eastern Shore.” Category 2: Continuing Education See VMN CE Webinars for additional CE opportunities.
Birding on the Deck at the Island House Restaurant, Wachapreague. Various coastal birds and migratory shorebirds are viewed from the back deck of the Island House Restaurant. The Eastern Shore Bird Club will have scopes and bird books and welcome beginners. For More Information: Roberta Kellam info@birdingeasternshore.org Category 14: eBird Survey (NOTE: You must submit […]
Sign-up required. This opportunity has very specific requirements, including the ability to snorkel. Please review all the details here and contact Jen Dalke if you are interested. Each year, The Nature Conservancy and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS), along with several partners in the Seaside Heritage Seagrass Community Restoration Program, begin another chapter […]
Enjoy socializing with fellow Master Naturalists and the beauty of the natural setting. Take a nature walk and view wildlife along with a visit to several lovely seeps on the property. Come at 4:00 if you would like to join members on a guided walk which counts for 1 hour of Continuing Education. Bug repellent […]
REGISTRATION REQUIRED/SPACE IS LIMITED More information here. Join Kellie Piekarsky, Chair of the ESMN Mutton Hunk Fen Stewardship Committee, and Joanne Laskowski on this guided walk. Participants will walk the trails of this Mutton Hunk Fen Natural Area Preserve with Master Naturalist guides. They will receive information about this preserve and its transition from commercial […]
The public is invited to join TNC VVCR’s Migratory Bird Conservation staff and volunteers on the evenings of May 19th-28th from 5:00-7:00 pm ET to learn about Whimbrel migration, take in the beauty and biodiversity of the seaside salt marsh habitat and participate in a little citizen science! Category 13: Whimbrel Watch Whimbrel have a […]
The Eastern Shore Land Trust is seeking volunteers to conduct the following student field trips (Category 15: Eastern Shore Land Trust Children’s Field Trips): May 7th – Metompkin Elementary 2nd grade (3 classes/6 volunteers) May 9th – Metompkin Elementary 2nd grade (2 classes/4 volunteers) May 20th – Kegotank Elementary 1st grade ESL (11 students/1-2 volunteers) May […]
Registration is required for live event. Recording will be available later on VMN CE website. Description (from VMN): Rain gardens are probably the most commonly used stormwater management practice in residential landscapes. Join Dr. Laurie Fox, Horticulture Associate with Virginia Tech, for an in depth look at how to design, install and maintain a rain […]
The Eastern Shore Land Trust is seeking volunteers to conduct the following student field trips (Category 15: Eastern Shore Land Trust Children’s Field Trips): May 7th – Metompkin Elementary 2nd grade (3 classes/6 volunteers) May 9th – Metompkin Elementary 2nd grade (2 classes/4 volunteers) May 20th – Kegotank Elementary 1st grade ESL (11 students/1-2 volunteers) May […]
REGISTER BY MAY 28th From CBF: ”Each year, on the first Saturday of June, thousands of Virginians simultaneously descend on the rivers, streams, beaches, and inland parks of the Chesapeake Bay watershed to remove harmful litter and debris. Clean the Bay Day has been a staple for Virginia’s Chesapeake Bay community since its inception more […]
Meet at the parking lot at the end of Bulls Drive. Participants are encouraged to wear appropriate clothing (including shoes and hat) and bring the following as desired: tick and insect repellant sunscreen favorite gloves and snips/loppers hydrating fluids and a snack. We (DCR) will have extra gloves, tools, and a water cooler to refill […]
Posted FYI. No ESMN volunteer hours for this event.
MHFNAP is closed today for invasive species management activities.
CBF will distribute spat for oyster gardening. If you are a returning gardener register here . If you are dropping off oysters/picking up new spat the start time is 9:30 a.m. The new gardener seminar begins at 9am. You must register for the event by June 13, 2024. Read this if you are new to […]
ESVA Juneteenth Celebration Event Assistance | Exmore Town Park | email Jen for details. Help staff TNC’s informational booth 10 a.m.—1 p.m. or 1—4 p.m. Category 13: Assist with educational programs.