A fun day for youths to explore safely playing on the river by sampling kayaking and learning about the James River with certified instructors. For ages 12-17. Registration is required. Sponsored by the James River Advisory Council and Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation.
This early literacy story time focuses on rivers, lakes and other bodies of water. Hear stories, sing songs and make a craft. Ages 5 and under.
The cleanup is a cooperative, regional event spanning more than 75 miles of the James River. Powerboats, paddle craft, hikers, waders and sorters are needed. Register online for one of these locations:
Ancarrows Landing, City of Richmond
Appomattox Regional Park, Prince George County
Belle Isle, City of Richmond
Brookland Park, City of Richmond
Dutch Gap, Chesterfield County
Falling Creek Ironworks, Chesterfield County
Huntington Beach, City of Newport News
James River State Park, Buckingham County
Maidens Landing, Powhatan County
Manchester, City of Richmond
Osborne Landing, Henrico County
Patton Park, City of Petersburg
Percival’s Island, City of Lynchburg
Pony Pasture, City of Richmond
Reedy Creek, City of Richmond
Tucker Park, Goochland County
VCU Rice Rivers Center, Charles City County
Join us as we share stories, songs and activities focused on water and the James River. Children will decorate their own fish magnet to take home. Designed for children ages 3-5 with an adult.
