Virginia Outdoors Foundation

Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee
2018-01-23 14:15 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Germanna Community College, Workforce Development and Technology Center, 10000 Germanna Point Dr., Room 105A, Fredericksburg, VA, 22408, United States
The VOF Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee will discuss the budget and other financial matters. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please use our online form, email them to comments@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.
Meeting Documents

Energy & Infrastructure Committee
2018-01-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Germanna Community College, Workforce Development and Technology Center, 10000 Germanna Point Dr., Room 105A, Fredericksburg, VA, 22408, United States
The VOF Energy and Infrastructure Committee will discuss policies and issues involving energy and infrastructure projects that affect VOF-protected land. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please use our online form, email them to comments@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.
Meeting Documents

Board of Trustees
2017-10-16 10:00 - 17:00 | Virginia State Corporation Commission, 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
The details of this meeting are still being finalized and are subject to change through October 13, 2017.
The VOF Board of Trustees will complete its review of conversion applications related to the Atlantic Coast Pipeline and Mountain Valley Pipeline. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please use our online form, email them to comments@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.
Comments received by October 5 will be mailed to the trustees as part of their board packets. Comments received after October 5 will be made available to trustees electronically.
Meeting Documents

Board of Trustees
2017-09-28 10:00 - 17:00 | Omni Charlottesville Hotel, 212 Ridge McIntire Rd., Charlottesville, VA, 22903, United States
The details of this meeting are still being finalized and are subject to change through September 25, 2017.
The VOF Board of Trustees will review project proposals and hear reports on policy and other matters from the staff. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please use our online form, email them to comments@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee
2017-08-15 15:00 - 17:00, 2017-07-21 15:00 - 17:00 | VOF Warrenton Office, 39 Garrett St., Suite 200, Warrenton, VA, 20186, United States
The VOF Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee will discuss the budget and other financial matters. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please use our online form, email comments@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Board of Trustees
2017-06-22 11:00 - 17:00 | Central Rappahannock Regional Library HQ Theater, 1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
The details of this meeting are still being finalized and are subject to change through June 19, 2017.
The VOF Board of Trustees will review project proposals and hear reports on policy and other matters from the staff. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email comments@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Energy & Infrastructure Committee
2017-06-22 10:00 - 23:00 | Central Rappahannock Regional Library Fredericksburg Branch, 1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
The VOF Energy and Infrastructure Committee will discuss policies and issues involving energy and infrastructure projects that affect VOF-protected land. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email comments@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Preservation Trust Fund Committee
2017-06-22 09:30 - 10:00 | Central Rappahannock Regional Library Fredericksburg Branch, 1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
The VOF Preservation Trust Fund Committee will review requests for PTF funding and discuss PTF-related matters. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email comments@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee
2017-05-31 15:30 - 17:30 | Warrenton VOF Office, 39 Garrett St., Suite 200, Warrenton, VA, 20186, United States
The VOF Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee will discuss the budget and other financial matters. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email comments@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee
2017-04-28 15:00 - 17:00 | VOF Warrenton Office, 39 Garrett St., Suite 200, Warrenton, VA, 20186, United States
The VOF Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee will discuss the budget and other financial matters. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please use our online submission form or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Board of Trustees
2017-03-30 10:00 - 17:00 | Virginia Dept. of Forestry Building, 2nd Floor Board Room, 900 Natural Resources Dr., Charlottesville, 22903, United States
The details of this meeting are still being finalized and are subject to change through March 27, 2017.
The VOF Board of Trustees will review project proposals and hear reports on policy and other matters from the staff. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, you may either 1) use our online form, 2) email them to comments@vofonline.org, or 3) mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Preservation Trust Fund Committee
2017-03-30 09:15 - 10:00 | Virginia Dept. of Forestry Building, 1st Floor Training Room, 900 Natural Resources Dr #800, Charlottesville, VA, 22903, United States
The details of this meeting are still being finalized and are subject to change through March 27, 2017.
The VOF Preservation Trust Fund Committee will review requests for PTF funding and discuss PTF-related matters. This is a public meeting. There will not be a public comment period during the meeting. Questions about this meeting may be directed to our Warrenton office.

Board of Trustees
2017-02-09 10:00 - 17:00 | Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries, 7870 Villa Park Drive, Suite 400, Henrico, VA, 23228, United States
The details of this meeting are still being finalized and are subject to change through February 6, 2017.
The VOF Board of Trustees will review project proposals and hear reports on policy and other matters from the staff. This is a public meeting.
Parking is very limited. Please do not park in any reserved spaces. We encourage people to park at the Walmart at 7901 Brook Rd and carpool if possible. Doors will open at 9:30 am to allow guests to sign up to speak during the public comment period.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email bcabibbo@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Preservation Trust Fund Committee
2017-01-05 11:30 - 14:00 | Central Rappahannock Regional Library Fredericksburg Branch, 1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
The details of this meeting are still being finalized and are subject to change through January 2, 2017.
The VOF Preservation Trust Fund Committee will review requests for PTF funding and discuss PTF-related matters. This is a public meeting. There will not be a public comment period during the meeting. Questions about this meeting may be directed to our Warrenton office.

Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation in Southside
2016-10-29 16:30 - 20:00 | Four Locust Farm, 211 Four Locust Lake Lane, Keysville, VA, 23947, United States
The Virginia Outdoors Foundation invites you to a regional Southside reception to celebrate its 50th Anniversary at The Barns at Four Locust Farm in Charlotte County (entrance across from Sheldon’s Restaurant Entrance is Vernie Lane). Bluegrass music by Spider Gilliam’s Stoney Ridge Band with a catered supper by Roundman’s BBQ.
Admission is free. Please RSVP by Tuesday, October 25th.
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Virginia Outdoors Festival
2016-10-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve, 21085 The Woods Rd, Leesburg, VA, 20175, United States
*** RAIN or SHINE ***
In celebration of its 50th anniversary in 2016, VOF is partnering with Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve in Loudoun County to host the Virginia Outdoors Festival.
Directions to Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve
Banshee Reeks is located east of Route 15, about six miles south of Leesburg.
From Rt. 621/Evergreen Mills Road
Take Rt. 771/Woods Road west. Woods Road is under construction. Look for our event signs to make sure you are using the correct entrance. Follow Rt. 771 for almost 1 mile. The entrance to Banshee Reeks will be on your left.
From Rt. 15
Take Rt. 651/Gap Road east for approximately ¾ miles. Turn Right on Route 650/Gleedsville Road. Stay on Rt. 650 for ½ a mile. Turn Left on Rt. 770/The Woods Road. Stay on Rt. 770 for ¾ miles. The entrance to Banshee Reeks will be on your right.

PROGRAM OUTLINE

GUIDED TOURS
Ecological Hike of Banshee Reeks, Pollinator Walking Tour
11:00-12:00, 12:15-1:15, 1:30-2:30
Each tour every timeslot, 25 person max per tour

DEMONSTRATIONS

Archeological Society of Virginia Dig
Beehives and Honey Tasting
Catch and Release Fishing Tournament (bring your own rods)
Goats at Banshee Reeks: A Natural Resource Management Tool
Landscape Art/Sketching
Loudoun County Aeromodelers

ALSO

Farmers Market
Silent Auction
Music
Speakers
Food
Pumpkin Painting
Apple Bobbing

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Board of Trustees
2016-09-29 10:00 - 17:00 | Central Rappahannock Regional Library HQ Theater, 1201 Caroline St., Fredericksburg, VA, 22401, United States
The details of this meeting are still being finalized and are subject to change through September 26, 2016.
The VOF Board of Trustees will review easement proposals and hear reports on policy and other matters from the staff. This is a public meeting. Please note that the agenda leads with a closed session until 11am.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email bcabibbo@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Preservation Trust Fund Committee
2016-09-29 09:15 - 10:00
The details of this meeting are still being finalized and are subject to change through September 26, 2016.
The VOF Preservation Trust Fund Committee will review requests for PTF funding and discuss PTF-related matters. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email bcabibbo@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation in Southeast Virginia
2016-09-25 15:00 - 18:00 | Coggins Point Farm, 1100 Coggins Point Road, N. Prince George, VA, 23860 , United States
VOF and Mr. and Mrs. James G. Harrison III invite partners and landowners to celebrate 50 years of land conservation in the Southeast Region at Coggins Point Farm in Prince George County. Our work has resulted in the protection of approximately 50,000 acres of some of the region’s most cherished natural and cultural resources. Join us for presentations, light refreshments, and informative boat rides on the James River courtesy of the James River Association.
Questions or assistance on the day of the event may be directed to Jason McGarvey, (804) 314-9557.
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Schedule
3:00pm-3:30pm — Arrivals
3:30pm-3:45pm — Welcome and brief remarks
4:00pm — Boat rides begin for those interested
6:00pm — Wrap up
Throughout — Refreshments, socializing, and an activity table for kids (pet rock painting).
Detailed Directions
Directions from I-95 / I-295 to Coggins Point Road
Take I-95 or I-295 to VA-10 E toward Hopewell. Approximately 5 miles east of Hopewell, turn left on State Rte 641 (Moody Road). Follow State Rte 641 for approximately 1 mile and turn left onto State Rte 693 (Coggins Point Road).
Directions from VA-5 to Coggins Point Road
Take VA-5 to VA-156 S in Charles City County. Cross the Benjamin Harrison Memorial Bridge and turn left onto VA-10 E. (Note: There may be construction delays on the bridge.) Follow VA-10 E for a little over 2 miles and turn left on State Rte 641 (Moody Road). Follow State Rte 641 for approximately 1 mile and turn left onto State Rte 693 (Coggins Point Road).
Directions from US-460 to Coggins Point Road
Take US-460 W to VA-156 N (approximately 3.5 miles west of Disputanta). Follow VA-156 N roughly 5.7 miles and turn right onto VA-106 N/VA-156 Bypass N. Go about 2 miles and then turn right onto State Rte 641 (Merchants Hope Road). Follow 3.7 miles. Merchants Hope Rd becomes Moody Rd after crossing VA-10. Turn left onto State Rte 693 (Coggins Point Road).
Directions from Coggins Point Road to Event Parking
Take Coggins Point Road until you see the sign where state maintenance ends, and then follow the private road until you pass the sign that says “Coggins Point Farm.” Follow the drive straight through the row of trees and you will see a grassy area for parking next to an old barn. Park there. We will provide a short shuttle service to the main house.

Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation in the Shenandoah Valley
2016-07-23 13:30 - 17:00 | Shenandoah River State Park, 350 Daughter of Stars Dr, Bentonville, VA, 22610, United States
VOF invites partners and landowners to celebrate 50 years of conservation achievements in the Shenandoah Valley Region at Shenandoah State Park in Warren County.
NOTE: When you arrive at the gate, tell the parking attendant that you are there for the VOF 50th Celebration. Parking fees have been kindly waived for our event by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
We will be meeting at the Massanutten Shelter.
Program Highlights

Honored guests and speakers will welcome us. Homemade ice cream and homemade Italian ice catered by C&C Frozen Treats of Front Royal.
VOF’s Laura Thurman will lead us on the trail to Culler’s Overlook that offers a magnificent view of the Shenandoah River and Massanutten mountains.
Multiple easement donor Bruce Ingram will be signing copies of his new books titled Living the Locavore Lifestyle and James River Guide. To learn more about the author and his books, visit https://sites.google.com/site/bruceingramoutdoors/.
Organized VOF activities will occur until around 3:00 pm. We hope that all will visit with guests and take advantage of the park offerings thereafter.
Many trails exist throughout the park for strolling, hiking or biking. Further information on the trails can be found here.
The Shenandoah River is a popular destination for canoeing and kayaking. The park has 5.2 miles of river frontage, with many areas available for launching canoes, kayaks and tubes. The river is fairly shallow and there are no major rapids (nothing above class 2 typically). The park does not offer boat rentals. Virginia Canopy Tours near our Massanutten Shelter will rent river tubes and host zipline tours. Visit the Virginia Canopy Tours website to make reservations!
For those interested, the park will begin a Hooked on Fishing program at 5:00 pm at the main canoe launch area. Bring your own rod if you’d like to participate. Details about this activity can be found here.

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Board of Trustees
2016-06-30 10:00 - 17:00 | Virginia State Capitol Building, Senate Room 3, 1000 Bank St., Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
The details of this meeting are still being finalized and are subject to change through June 27, 2016.
The VOF Board of Trustees will review easement proposals and hear reports on policy and other matters from the staff. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email bcabibbo@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.

Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation in Southwest Virginia
2016-06-05 15:00 - 18:00 | New River Trail State Park-Foster Falls, 116 Orphanage Dr, Max Meadows, VA, 24360, United States
VOF invites partners and landowners to celebrate 50 years of conservation achievements in the Southwest Region at New River Trail State Park-Foster Falls in Wythe County.
NOTE: When you arrive at the gate, tell the parking attendant that you are there for the VOF 50th Celebration. Parking fees have been kindly waived for our event by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
Program Highlights

Several easement donors and land trust partners will welcome us, followed by a light meal catered by Smokey’s BBQ from Wytheville.
National Flatpicking Champion Scott Fore will be providing musical entertainment. To learn more about Scott and his style of music, visit http://abouttheman.com/wp/the-musicians/scott-fore/.
Botetourt County author Bruce Ingram will hold a benefit book signing at the event featuring new editions of his New River Guide and James River Guide, as well as Living the Locavore Lifestyle, which he co-wrote with his wife, Elaine. Learn more online at Bruce Ingram Outdoors or follow Bruce on Facebook.
There will be two New River Trail State Park interpreters available to give some background information on the park including the historic hotel that is currently being renovated.
Easement donor Tom Jackson will lead participants on a one mile hike to the Shot Tower at Foster Falls.
There will also be a bike ride lead by one of our partners if there is enough interest. Note: If you are interested in joining a group for a guided bike ride down one of the trails at the park, please email Cindy Montgomery, cmontgomery@vofonline.org, directly with your name. We would like to try to coordinate a meeting place and time to for the bike ride.
The park offers other activities for minimal fees: pony rides, bike rentals, tube rentals, and canoe rentals. The park also has a gift shop with restrooms and an ice cream shop. To learn more about the park’s offerings, check out the links below.

The trail guide can be found here: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/document/data/trail-guide-newrivertrail.pdf
Recreation information is here: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/new-river-trail#recreation

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Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee
2016-05-26 13:30 - 15:00 | Main Street Centre (North Conference Room), 600 E Main St, 12th Floor North Conference Room, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
The VOF Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee will discuss the budget and other financial matters. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email bcabibbo@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.
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Energy & Infrastructure Committee
2016-05-26 10:00 - 13:00 | Main Street Centre (North Conference Room), 600 E Main St, 12th Floor North Conference Room, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
The VOF Energy and Infrastructure Committee will discuss policies and issues involving energy and infrastructure projects that affect VOF-protected land. This is a public meeting.
Access to Main Street Centre requires a photo ID. Sign in at the security desk on the Lower Level lobby before coming to the 12th Floor North Conference Room.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email bcabibbo@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.
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Celebrating 50 Years of Conservation in Central Virginia
2016-05-19 18:00 - 20:00 | James Madison’s Montpelier, 11350 Constitution Highway, Montpelier Station, VA, 22957, United States
VOF invites partners and landowners to celebrate 50 years of conservation achievements in the Central Region at James Madison’s Montpelier in Orange County.
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Finance, Audit & Compliance Committee
2016-04-28 11:00 - 17:00 | Robinson, Farmer, Cox Associates, 530 Westfield Rd., Charlottesville, VA, 22901, United States

Board of Trustees
2016-03-24 11:00 - 16:00 | CitySpace, 100 5th St NE, Charlottesville, VA, 22902, United States
The VOF Board of Trustees will review easement proposals and hear reports on policy and other matters from the staff. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email bcabibbo@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.
Parking information: Convenient parking is available at the Market Street Garage on the Downtown Mall. Rates are $1.25 for first 1/2 hour, $2.50 per hour, with a Daily Max of $20.00

Energy and Infrastructure Committee
2016-03-24 10:00 - 11:00 | CitySpace, 100 5th St NE, Charlottesville, VA, 22902, United States
The VOF Energy and Infrastructure Committee will discuss policies and issues involving energy and infrastructure projects that affect VOF-protected land. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email bcabibbo@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.
Parking information: Convenient parking is available at the Market Street Garage on the Downtown Mall. Rates are $1.25 for first 1/2 hour, $2.50 per hour, with a Daily Max of $20.00.

Preservation Trust Fund Committee
2016-03-24 09:00 - 10:00 | CitySpace, 100 5th St NE, Charlottesville, VA, 22902, United States
The VOF Preservation Trust Fund Committee will review requests for PTF funding and discuss PTF-related matters. This is a public meeting.
If you would like to submit written public comments for anything related to this meeting, please email bcabibbo@vofonline.org or mail them to our Warrenton office. Comments must include your name, address, and daytime phone number for verification purposes, or they will not be accepted as part of the official meeting record.
Parking information: Convenient parking is available at the Market Street Garage on the Downtown Mall. Rates are $1.25 for first 1/2 hour, $2.50 per hour, with a Daily Max of $20.00
