Our Cause

The Rivanna Conservation Society appreciates the beauty and recreation that the Rivanna River provides. We also share this water resource with fellow humans and the wildlife that inhabits the surrounding area. RCS aims to educate the public in order to get our communities involved in conservation efforts so that future generations may also enjoy the river's benefits. The following lists some of our current and past efforts.

Clean river and restock shad
Monitor bacteria levels, water quality, and flow change
Administer StreamWatch
Participate in Adopt A Stream
Steward the Scheier Natural Area
Sponsor public education forums
Promote and sell water conserving products
Provide UVa Student Intern Program
Lobby for forested riparian buffers
Publish River Days brochure and other informative materials
Advocate environmentally sound ordinances, programs, practices, and policies
Cooperatively host the Rivanna River Regatta and Festival
Serve as Day Partner for Palmyra Launch of the James River Sojourn

Your Part

Members and volunteers may:

Attend and assist during RCS events
Operate outdoor RCS Sale and Information Booth on the Downtown Mall and at local events
Assist in inventory and office work
Lead, help facilitate, or assist during river paddles and clean-ups
Participate in local watershed education programs
Purchase from RCS or make a donation
Contribute articles to Rivanna Currents newsletter
Serve on an RCS committee
Serve on the Board of Directors
Participate in the Bacteria Monitoring Program

Please contact us for more information regarding any of the above opportunities.