Upcoming Events: Habitat Education

Friends of the Rappahannock (FOR) and the Northern Neck Soil and Water Conservation District (NNSWCD) are excited to present an Aquatic WILD and Climate and Wildlife workshop for Educators as part of the Department of Wildlife Resources' Project WILD programs. At the end of the training, you will receive a copy of the book Aquatic WILD and Climate and Wildlife, provided by the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, that you will be able to use with your programs with students. You must be a resident of Virginia to sign up for this event. All registrants for this event must be 18 years of age by July 23, 2025.

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resource's Wildlife Education Program is an outreach effort to promote wildlife education and conservation in schools through the Virginia Project WILD Program, the Virginia Naturally Schools Recognition Program, and others.

DWR is excited to host the first Virginia Outdoor Women - VOW @ the Camp I course! Come learn the basics of camping from experienced instructors with Virginia Outdoor Women!

In this introductory course, participants will learn the essentials of camping etiquette (rules & regulations), sleeping systems, food, and gear and clothing considerations. This event also provides a welcoming space for women to network, share experiences, and build lasting connections with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. DWR is dedicated to fostering a community of women who enjoy the outdoors, recognize the importance of conservation and outdoor recreation, and seek opportunities for personal growth, independence, and empowerment.

This course is being held at DWR Headquarters in the Boardroom. No prior experience required. All necessary materials will be provided.

Successful hunting and outdoor adventure depends on good planning and preparation, especially with the skills needed to survive the unexpected. When it comes to the outdoors, hunting and hiking pose the greatest risk of becoming lost, or worse; being lost, injured and unprepared to survive the elements. When your cell phone loses power and your GPS can’t find a signal, your best hope for making it through, are the skills you’ll learn in this 4-hour block of hands-on, survival training. Led by expert instructors, you’ll practice advanced techniques for making fire in difficult situations. You’ll discover the most efficient methods of using essential survival gear. And, you’ll learn to use those special features of map, compass and the natural surroundings guaranteed to keep you out of trouble, or enable self-rescue when the worst happens. Bring a friend and let us help get you ready for your next outdoor adventure.

VOW Course: This event qualifies as a VOW @ the Backcountry (Survival). This event can be used to complete the Outdoor Skills Certification in the Virginia Outdoor Women (VOW) Program. This event is open to all registrants.

Project WILD workshops equip formal and community educators with ideas, tools, and resources to share engaging, environmental education with K-12 students. Each attendee receives a certificate and their own Project WILD Guide with completion of a workshop courtesy of the VA Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR). Project WILD features activities emphasizing terrestrial species and their habitats. A wide range of ecological concepts are covered, including food webs or energy flow, adaptations, interdependence, carrying capacity, and habitats.

FREE, pre-registration required. You must be a resident of Virginia to sign up for this event. All registrants for this event must be 18 years of age by September 13, 2025.

Dress for the outdoors/weather and bring a packed lunch & water bottle with you. Light refreshments will be provided.

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resource's Wildlife Education Program is an outreach effort to promote wildlife education and conservation in schools through the Virginia Project WILD Program, the Virginia Naturally Schools Recognition Program, and others.

Project WILD workshops equip formal and community educators with ideas, tools, and resources to share engaging, environmental education with K-12 students.

Growing Up WILD is an early childhood curriculum that builds on children’s sense of wonder about nature and invites them to explore wildlife and the world around them. This workshop provides an early foundation for developing positive impressions about nature and lifelong social and academic skills. Each attendee receives a certificate and their own Project WILD Guide with completion of a workshop courtesy of the VA Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR).

FREE, pre-registration required. You must be a resident of Virginia to sign up for this event. All registrants for this event must be 18 years of age by October 4, 2025.

Dress for the outdoors/weather and bring a water bottle with you. Light refreshments will be provided.

The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resource's Wildlife Education Program is an outreach effort to promote wildlife education and conservation in schools through the Virginia Project WILD Program, the Virginia Naturally Schools Recognition Program, and others.