Colonial Soil and Water Conservation District
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Colonial #Soil and #Water #Conservation District is a primary resource for technical, educational, and financial assistance in our district.
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is currently accepting applications statewide. This round offers two program options for applicants.
Apply Now!
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Contact Samantha Pereira:
[email protected]
(757) 759-0528
Apply Now!
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Contact Samantha Pereira:
[email protected]
(757) 759-0528
May 21, 2026 at 3:07 PM
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is currently accepting applications statewide. This round offers two program options for applicants.
Apply Now!
allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira:
[email protected]
(757) 759-0528
Apply Now!
allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira:
[email protected]
(757) 759-0528
Congrats to the Jamestown High Envirothon team, who won 1st in the 2026 Competition at Eastern Mennonite in Harrisonburg, VA!
(f: Sara Iverson, Eleanor Rossi, Shanzhen Yang, Frances Smith, Mia Bakker; b: Rebecca Elton (Coach), Asher Sohoni, Annie Huang, and Charlie Dubay (Coach))
(f: Sara Iverson, Eleanor Rossi, Shanzhen Yang, Frances Smith, Mia Bakker; b: Rebecca Elton (Coach), Asher Sohoni, Annie Huang, and Charlie Dubay (Coach))
May 20, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Congrats to the Jamestown High Envirothon team, who won 1st in the 2026 Competition at Eastern Mennonite in Harrisonburg, VA!
(f: Sara Iverson, Eleanor Rossi, Shanzhen Yang, Frances Smith, Mia Bakker; b: Rebecca Elton (Coach), Asher Sohoni, Annie Huang, and Charlie Dubay (Coach))
(f: Sara Iverson, Eleanor Rossi, Shanzhen Yang, Frances Smith, Mia Bakker; b: Rebecca Elton (Coach), Asher Sohoni, Annie Huang, and Charlie Dubay (Coach))
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is currently accepting applications statewide. This round offers two program options for applicants.
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected]
(757) 759-0528
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected]
(757) 759-0528
May 13, 2026 at 6:02 PM
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is currently accepting applications statewide. This round offers two program options for applicants.
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected]
(757) 759-0528
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected]
(757) 759-0528
How can Soil and Water Conservation Districts help homeowners facing stormwater erosion? Learn more about our Virginia Conservation Assistance Program in this article written by Nick McNamara from WHRO.
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May 4, 2026 at 8:31 PM
How can Soil and Water Conservation Districts help homeowners facing stormwater erosion? Learn more about our Virginia Conservation Assistance Program in this article written by Nick McNamara from WHRO.
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The winning 2025 Colonial Photo Contest photo for May.
Spotted Beebalm, a pollinator-friendly native Virginia wildflower, near the visitor center at Colonial National Historical Park in Yorktown. Photo by Kathleen Haines.
Submit yours to the 2026 Colonial Contest!
www.colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto
Spotted Beebalm, a pollinator-friendly native Virginia wildflower, near the visitor center at Colonial National Historical Park in Yorktown. Photo by Kathleen Haines.
Submit yours to the 2026 Colonial Contest!
www.colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto
May 1, 2026 at 3:15 PM
The winning 2025 Colonial Photo Contest photo for May.
Spotted Beebalm, a pollinator-friendly native Virginia wildflower, near the visitor center at Colonial National Historical Park in Yorktown. Photo by Kathleen Haines.
Submit yours to the 2026 Colonial Contest!
www.colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto
Spotted Beebalm, a pollinator-friendly native Virginia wildflower, near the visitor center at Colonial National Historical Park in Yorktown. Photo by Kathleen Haines.
Submit yours to the 2026 Colonial Contest!
www.colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto
May Schedule
5/5 | 5pm - Urban Committee
5/12 | 4pm - Outreach & Ed Committee
5/19 | 4pm - Personnel Committee
5pm - Operations Committee
3/26 | 4pm - Ag Committee - JCC Library
5:30pm - Board Meeting
colonialswcd.org
5/5 | 5pm - Urban Committee
5/12 | 4pm - Outreach & Ed Committee
5/19 | 4pm - Personnel Committee
5pm - Operations Committee
3/26 | 4pm - Ag Committee - JCC Library
5:30pm - Board Meeting
colonialswcd.org
May 1, 2026 at 3:07 PM
May Schedule
5/5 | 5pm - Urban Committee
5/12 | 4pm - Outreach & Ed Committee
5/19 | 4pm - Personnel Committee
5pm - Operations Committee
3/26 | 4pm - Ag Committee - JCC Library
5:30pm - Board Meeting
colonialswcd.org
5/5 | 5pm - Urban Committee
5/12 | 4pm - Outreach & Ed Committee
5/19 | 4pm - Personnel Committee
5pm - Operations Committee
3/26 | 4pm - Ag Committee - JCC Library
5:30pm - Board Meeting
colonialswcd.org
Upcoming Water Testing Clinic in James City County
Pick-up/Drop-Off: JCC VCE Office, 3127 Forge Road
Kit Pick-Up: June 8, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Drop-Off: June 10, 8 am - 10 am
Pre-registration is required.
Register for your kit online at tinyurl.com/VAHWQP-JC
Pick-up/Drop-Off: JCC VCE Office, 3127 Forge Road
Kit Pick-Up: June 8, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Drop-Off: June 10, 8 am - 10 am
Pre-registration is required.
Register for your kit online at tinyurl.com/VAHWQP-JC
April 30, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Upcoming Water Testing Clinic in James City County
Pick-up/Drop-Off: JCC VCE Office, 3127 Forge Road
Kit Pick-Up: June 8, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Drop-Off: June 10, 8 am - 10 am
Pre-registration is required.
Register for your kit online at tinyurl.com/VAHWQP-JC
Pick-up/Drop-Off: JCC VCE Office, 3127 Forge Road
Kit Pick-Up: June 8, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Drop-Off: June 10, 8 am - 10 am
Pre-registration is required.
Register for your kit online at tinyurl.com/VAHWQP-JC
Upcoming Water Testing Clinic in New Kent County Pick-up/Drop-Off: New Kent VCE Office, 11809 New Kent Highway
Kit Pick-Up: June 8, 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Drop-Off: June 10, 8 am - 10 am
Pre-registration is required.
Register for your kit online at tinyurl.com/VAHWQP-NK
Kit Pick-Up: June 8, 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Drop-Off: June 10, 8 am - 10 am
Pre-registration is required.
Register for your kit online at tinyurl.com/VAHWQP-NK
April 30, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Upcoming Water Testing Clinic in New Kent County Pick-up/Drop-Off: New Kent VCE Office, 11809 New Kent Highway
Kit Pick-Up: June 8, 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Drop-Off: June 10, 8 am - 10 am
Pre-registration is required.
Register for your kit online at tinyurl.com/VAHWQP-NK
Kit Pick-Up: June 8, 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Drop-Off: June 10, 8 am - 10 am
Pre-registration is required.
Register for your kit online at tinyurl.com/VAHWQP-NK
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is currently accepting applications statewide. This round offers two program options for applicants.
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected] or (757) 759-0528
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected] or (757) 759-0528
April 30, 2026 at 1:13 PM
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is currently accepting applications statewide. This round offers two program options for applicants.
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected] or (757) 759-0528
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected] or (757) 759-0528
Happy Earth Day from Colonial SWCD!!
April 22, 2026 at 8:10 PM
Happy Earth Day from Colonial SWCD!!
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is currently accepting applications statewide.
allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira
[email protected]
allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira
[email protected]
April 22, 2026 at 3:23 PM
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is currently accepting applications statewide.
allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira
[email protected]
allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira
[email protected]
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is accepting applications statewide. This round offers two program options: the General and the Pasture Renovation Program.
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected].
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected].
April 15, 2026 at 6:21 PM
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is accepting applications statewide. This round offers two program options: the General and the Pasture Renovation Program.
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected].
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected].
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is accepting applications statewide. This round offers two program options: the General and the Pasture Renovation Program.
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected].
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected].
April 15, 2026 at 6:21 PM
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is accepting applications statewide. This round offers two program options: the General and the Pasture Renovation Program.
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected].
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira: [email protected].
Only two days left for students to enter the 2026 National Association of Conservation Districts Poster Contest with the theme: “Soil. Where It All Begins.”
Deadline: September 15, 2026
Submit to: [email protected]
Get the application:
www.colonialswcd.org/nacd-poster-contest
Deadline: September 15, 2026
Submit to: [email protected]
Get the application:
www.colonialswcd.org/nacd-poster-contest
April 13, 2026 at 5:32 PM
Only two days left for students to enter the 2026 National Association of Conservation Districts Poster Contest with the theme: “Soil. Where It All Begins.”
Deadline: September 15, 2026
Submit to: [email protected]
Get the application:
www.colonialswcd.org/nacd-poster-contest
Deadline: September 15, 2026
Submit to: [email protected]
Get the application:
www.colonialswcd.org/nacd-poster-contest
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is accepting applications statewide. This round offers 2 program options: the General & the Pasture Renovation Program.
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira:
[email protected].
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira:
[email protected].
April 8, 2026 at 3:28 PM
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is accepting applications statewide. This round offers 2 program options: the General & the Pasture Renovation Program.
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira:
[email protected].
Apply Now! allianceforcsa.smapply.us
Contact Samantha Pereira:
[email protected].
Last call!!
The Colonial SWCD is accepting applications for VASWCD Educational Foundation scholarships!
The deadline to apply is April 9, 2026.
Four $2000 scholarships will be granted state-wide.
Head on to our website for more information!
www.colonialswcd.org/student-scholarships
The Colonial SWCD is accepting applications for VASWCD Educational Foundation scholarships!
The deadline to apply is April 9, 2026.
Four $2000 scholarships will be granted state-wide.
Head on to our website for more information!
www.colonialswcd.org/student-scholarships
April 7, 2026 at 6:25 PM
Last call!!
The Colonial SWCD is accepting applications for VASWCD Educational Foundation scholarships!
The deadline to apply is April 9, 2026.
Four $2000 scholarships will be granted state-wide.
Head on to our website for more information!
www.colonialswcd.org/student-scholarships
The Colonial SWCD is accepting applications for VASWCD Educational Foundation scholarships!
The deadline to apply is April 9, 2026.
Four $2000 scholarships will be granted state-wide.
Head on to our website for more information!
www.colonialswcd.org/student-scholarships
Bob Waring, a third-generation farmer at Brandon Farms, has been no-tilling & cover cropping for decades — & the results speak for themselves: ~75% reduction in chemical use while maintaining yields. Learn how healthy soil can cut inputs & boost profits.
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April 6, 2026 at 6:49 PM
Bob Waring, a third-generation farmer at Brandon Farms, has been no-tilling & cover cropping for decades — & the results speak for themselves: ~75% reduction in chemical use while maintaining yields. Learn how healthy soil can cut inputs & boost profits.
wix.to/EcgfpB2
wix.to/EcgfpB2
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is currently accepting applications statewide. This round offers 2 program options for applicants, review both to determine which best fits your operation.
Apply Now!
allianceforcsa.smapply.us
[email protected] / (757)759-0528
Apply Now!
allianceforcsa.smapply.us
[email protected] / (757)759-0528
April 1, 2026 at 6:19 PM
The Alliance to Advance Climate-Smart Agriculture Grant is currently accepting applications statewide. This round offers 2 program options for applicants, review both to determine which best fits your operation.
Apply Now!
allianceforcsa.smapply.us
[email protected] / (757)759-0528
Apply Now!
allianceforcsa.smapply.us
[email protected] / (757)759-0528
This is the winning 2025 Colonial Photography Contest photo selected for the month of April.
Beaver Pond at Greensprings Interpretive Trail on a cloudy day. Photograph by Jeanette Navia.
You can submit your own photos to the 2026 Colonial Photography Contest now!
www.colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto
Beaver Pond at Greensprings Interpretive Trail on a cloudy day. Photograph by Jeanette Navia.
You can submit your own photos to the 2026 Colonial Photography Contest now!
www.colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto
April 1, 2026 at 4:41 PM
This is the winning 2025 Colonial Photography Contest photo selected for the month of April.
Beaver Pond at Greensprings Interpretive Trail on a cloudy day. Photograph by Jeanette Navia.
You can submit your own photos to the 2026 Colonial Photography Contest now!
www.colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto
Beaver Pond at Greensprings Interpretive Trail on a cloudy day. Photograph by Jeanette Navia.
You can submit your own photos to the 2026 Colonial Photography Contest now!
www.colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto
Living in the Transition Zone can be tough on lawns — hot summers and cold winters put both warm- and cool-season grasses under stress. Learn which turf types thrive, how growth cycles affect your lawn, and tips for healthier turf in this tricky climate.
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March 30, 2026 at 5:38 PM
Living in the Transition Zone can be tough on lawns — hot summers and cold winters put both warm- and cool-season grasses under stress. Learn which turf types thrive, how growth cycles affect your lawn, and tips for healthier turf in this tricky climate.
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The VFGC is hosting 3 fencing schools in April:
4/1 – Dry Fork, VA (Pittsylvania Co.)
4/8 – Galax, VA
4/29 – Weyers Cave, VA
The workshops include morning refreshments & lunch with a $15 registration.
www.vaforages.org/site_page.cfm?pk_association_webpage_menu=12175&pk_association_webpage=28140
4/1 – Dry Fork, VA (Pittsylvania Co.)
4/8 – Galax, VA
4/29 – Weyers Cave, VA
The workshops include morning refreshments & lunch with a $15 registration.
www.vaforages.org/site_page.cfm?pk_association_webpage_menu=12175&pk_association_webpage=28140
March 19, 2026 at 5:11 PM
The VFGC is hosting 3 fencing schools in April:
4/1 – Dry Fork, VA (Pittsylvania Co.)
4/8 – Galax, VA
4/29 – Weyers Cave, VA
The workshops include morning refreshments & lunch with a $15 registration.
www.vaforages.org/site_page.cfm?pk_association_webpage_menu=12175&pk_association_webpage=28140
4/1 – Dry Fork, VA (Pittsylvania Co.)
4/8 – Galax, VA
4/29 – Weyers Cave, VA
The workshops include morning refreshments & lunch with a $15 registration.
www.vaforages.org/site_page.cfm?pk_association_webpage_menu=12175&pk_association_webpage=28140
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Make sure to stop by the New Kent Historic School Gym this Saturday to learn all about BUGS!
📅 March 21, 2026
🕙11:00 am - 3:00 pm
📍New Kent Historic School Gym, 11819 New Kent Highway, New Kent ℹ️www.facebook.com/events/1496463232047261
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Make sure to stop by the New Kent Historic School Gym this Saturday to learn all about BUGS!
📅 March 21, 2026
🕙11:00 am - 3:00 pm
📍New Kent Historic School Gym, 11819 New Kent Highway, New Kent ℹ️www.facebook.com/events/1496463232047261
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March 18, 2026 at 6:25 PM
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Make sure to stop by the New Kent Historic School Gym this Saturday to learn all about BUGS!
📅 March 21, 2026
🕙11:00 am - 3:00 pm
📍New Kent Historic School Gym, 11819 New Kent Highway, New Kent ℹ️www.facebook.com/events/1496463232047261
🐛🦋🐝🐞🪲🦗🐜🪳🦟🪰🐛🦋🐝🐞🪲🦗
Make sure to stop by the New Kent Historic School Gym this Saturday to learn all about BUGS!
📅 March 21, 2026
🕙11:00 am - 3:00 pm
📍New Kent Historic School Gym, 11819 New Kent Highway, New Kent ℹ️www.facebook.com/events/1496463232047261
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Grab your leash & get to the park with your furry friend tomorrow! We'll be there talking about the best turf for your best friend! Come learn about what you can do to keep you dog safe when they are playing in the grass.
3/14 | 10am-2pm
Jamestown Beach Event Park
Parking: $5
3/14 | 10am-2pm
Jamestown Beach Event Park
Parking: $5
March 13, 2026 at 1:57 PM
Grab your leash & get to the park with your furry friend tomorrow! We'll be there talking about the best turf for your best friend! Come learn about what you can do to keep you dog safe when they are playing in the grass.
3/14 | 10am-2pm
Jamestown Beach Event Park
Parking: $5
3/14 | 10am-2pm
Jamestown Beach Event Park
Parking: $5
March Schedule
3/3 | 5pm - Urban Committee - CSWCD Office
3/17 | 3pm - Outreach & Ed Committee - CSWCD Office
4pm - Personnel Committee - CSWCD Office
5pm - Operations Committee
3/24 | 4pm - Ag Committee - JCC Library
5:30pm - Board Meeting
colonialswcd.org
3/3 | 5pm - Urban Committee - CSWCD Office
3/17 | 3pm - Outreach & Ed Committee - CSWCD Office
4pm - Personnel Committee - CSWCD Office
5pm - Operations Committee
3/24 | 4pm - Ag Committee - JCC Library
5:30pm - Board Meeting
colonialswcd.org
March 2, 2026 at 4:49 PM
March Schedule
3/3 | 5pm - Urban Committee - CSWCD Office
3/17 | 3pm - Outreach & Ed Committee - CSWCD Office
4pm - Personnel Committee - CSWCD Office
5pm - Operations Committee
3/24 | 4pm - Ag Committee - JCC Library
5:30pm - Board Meeting
colonialswcd.org
3/3 | 5pm - Urban Committee - CSWCD Office
3/17 | 3pm - Outreach & Ed Committee - CSWCD Office
4pm - Personnel Committee - CSWCD Office
5pm - Operations Committee
3/24 | 4pm - Ag Committee - JCC Library
5:30pm - Board Meeting
colonialswcd.org
This is the winning 2025 Colonial Photo Contest photo for the month of March.
Halloween Pennant taken at York River State Park Croaker Landing. Photo by Barbara Creel.
Submit your photos to be included in the 2026 Colonial Photography Contest now!
colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto
Halloween Pennant taken at York River State Park Croaker Landing. Photo by Barbara Creel.
Submit your photos to be included in the 2026 Colonial Photography Contest now!
colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto
March 2, 2026 at 4:34 PM
This is the winning 2025 Colonial Photo Contest photo for the month of March.
Halloween Pennant taken at York River State Park Croaker Landing. Photo by Barbara Creel.
Submit your photos to be included in the 2026 Colonial Photography Contest now!
colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto
Halloween Pennant taken at York River State Park Croaker Landing. Photo by Barbara Creel.
Submit your photos to be included in the 2026 Colonial Photography Contest now!
colonialswcd.org/colonialphoto