Boxerwood Site For River Rat Training

Boxerwood has entered into a partnership with the James River Association in support of their River Rat Monitoring Program.  The mission and work of both groups are closely linked in educating our community about water sheds and their relationship to water quality.

JRA and its James Riverkeepers are recruiting the James River’s first line of citizen defense, the RiverRats. This program engages volunteers to patrol the James and its tributaries and to take action to protect and restore the entire watershed. Whether walking a neighborhood stream, kayaking a local river, or boating the wide reaches of the lower James, JRA RiverRats will document potential pollution sources and their effects while also reporting natural patterns in river hydrology and wildlife sightings. A scientific background is not required. Training and equipment will be provided.

RiverRats will be proactive in protecting their river by committing to action projects in their communities. By helping JRA keep watch over our waterways and inspiring their neighbors to choose clean water, RiverRats will play a vital role in protecting and restoring America’s Founding River.

Saturday, April 26 9:00 am – 2:00 pm RiverRats Training - Lexington
Training for JRA’s RiverRats program, to be held at Boxerwood Nature Center and Woodland Garden, 963 Ross Road, Lexington, VA. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.