Department of Conservation and Recreation Department of Conservation and Recreation
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State Conservation Area at Buffalo Mountain
Virginia's First k-12 Environmental Literacy Strategic Plan
Fall in Virginia State Parks
Record conservation funding available for Virginia's farmers
November Events in Virginia State Parks
RVRF grants now open
DCR 100th Anniversary
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Virginia Flood Risk Information System

Did you know that there's a mapping tool to help you learn more about the flooding risk for your property? It also covers flood insurance rates.
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Invasive plants

English ivy may be posh but it doesn't belong here. Invasive species devastate natives and natural habitat. Learn about defeating these invaders and using native species instead.
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Job opportunities

Not everyone can say they're genuinely saving the world, but we at DCR say it every day. If you're interested in a conservation career, DCR is the place for you.
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Culpeper Battlefields State Park acquires two new land tracts at Cedar Mountain

An ImageCulpeper Battlefields State Park continues to grow as more tracts of land have been transferred to the park this year. The American Battlefield Trust has transferred two significant tracts of land totaling 131.29 acres at Cedar Mountain Battlefield to the Commonwealth of Virginia for inclusion in Culpeper Battlefields State Park. READ MORE

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Serving a diverse commonwealth rich in nature and culture, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation touches all Virginians' lives.
As the state's lead conservation agency, DCR provides access for outdoor recreation, strengthens communities’ flood resilience, and protects what Virginians care about: clean water, parks, natural habitat and open space.