Friday, March 14, 2025 The Wayne Theatre, Waynesboro Virginia No day of registrations. Last day to register is 3/10/25 by 5:00 pm. Register Here! Click HERE for the most up to date 2025 Shenandoah Valley Plant Symposium day of agenda/schedule of events. AGENDA: 8:00 – 8:30 Registration- coffee and light refreshments provided 8:30 – 8:45 […]
Speaker: Dr. Angel Garcia Topic: To Be Determined Please save the date to join us at at 7 pm on Tuesday, March 18th, at the Wayne Theatre in Waynesboro for a Science Talk by Dr. Angel Garcia, JMU Assistant Professor of Ethnogeology & Karst Science. Dr. Garcia is a Boricua (Puerto Rican) geologist interested in […]
The Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) has designated the South River running through Basic Park in Waynesboro as Youth-Only Stocked Trout Waters from April 1 through June 15. Only youth age 15 and under will be allowed to fish during that time period. Adults can assist youth only by baiting the hook, casting, and removing […]
Join us for the Fly Fish Waynesboro - Shenandoah Valley Trout Unlimited Annual South River Cleanup! Meet at the Arch Avenue Public Parking area between the Main and Broad Street bridges. Gloves and bags will be provided as well as snacks and refreshments. Please wear clothes you do not mind getting dirty or waders if […]
Speaker: Jessica Slagle, Stormwater Engineer at Timmons Group Topic: Revitalizing an EPA Brownfield - South River Preserve and Rockfish Run Join us at 7 pm on Tuesday, April 29th, at the Wayne Theatre for a Science Talk presented by The Timmons Group. Jessica Slagle will give a presentation on the creation and revitalization of the […]
2025 – the Year of the Eastern Box Turtle at Riverfest! This FREE annual event takes place river-side at Constitution Park South in Waynesboro, VA. Activities include Reptile World shows, presentations by the Wildlife Center of Virginia, Stream Safari exploration, Fish and Fun Rodeo, canoe rides, kids arts & crafts, interactive exhibits, and more. The […]
Virginia Street Arts Festival 2025: A Weekend of Color, Creativity, and Community Waynesboro’s streets are getting a fresh coat of creativity! The 2025 Virginia Street Arts Festival returns to downtown Waynesboro for an unforgettable weekend packed with live mural painting, interactive art, live music, and more. ???? New Murals, New Energy This year, three talented artists […]
Each year, the Choose Clean Water Conference brings together a diverse network of individuals—from local, state, and national nonprofits and government agencies to elected officials and businesses—all working toward the shared goal of clean water. This dynamic conference offers Coalition members unique opportunities to learn cutting-edge restoration techniques from leading experts, engage in meaningful dialogues […]
June 6-7, 2025 | N Wayne Ave | Downtown Waynesboro, VA | 11 AM – 8 pm Welcome to Hiker Fest, the ultimate celebration of outdoor adventure in the heart of Waynesboro, VA! Get ready for a day of live music, free yoga sessions, henna designs, local food, trail talks, DIY tie dye, tarot reading, […]
Join us on Saturday, June 7th, 9am to noon in Waynesboro for Clean the Bay Day! Afterwards, keep the watershed fun going by visiting Hikerfest in Waynesboro or the Karst Expo at Grand Caverns! All are invited, families welcome! When: Saturday, June 7th, from 9 to 12 noon Where: 2 Options, Land or River! […]
Come join the fun at Seven Arrows Brewing for our first South River Watershed Coalition Volunteer Meet Up!
Wednesday, August 20, from 5:30 to 6:30 pm
We will provide some light appetizers and have Watershed related games with prizes. Come enjoy those, support the venue by buying a drink if you'd like, and also learn about the Coalition while meeting other locals who value safeguarding the Watershed.
City of Waynesboro Parks and Recreation invites you to attend the formal dedication of the South River Preserve! This project came into fruition with funding from the DuPont settlement. The purpose was to create and improve habitat for fish, birds, and pollinators that were impacted by mercury contamination as well as improve water quality. The […]
