Interviewed by Frances Richardson “If we are being good stewards of what God gave us, why are we throwing so much away?” That’s the question that motivates Rockbridge resident Cliff Hall to take it upon himself to recycle materials that…
You may have noticed that Goodwill no longer gives you a single-use plastic bag with your purchase. This recent policy change by Goodwill Industries of the Valleys has prompted Rockbridge Conservation to recognize the Lexington store for its many contributions…
Rockbridge Conservation is honored to announce that the W&L Student Compost Crew has received the Caught Green-Handed Award for diverting over one hundred thousand pounds of food waste from the landfill every year - 167,376 pounds in 2025 - transforming…
Updated: February 2026 If you’re wondering where and how to recycle in Rockbridge County, Virginia, you’re not alone. Many local residents want to recycle responsibly–but it’s not always clear what materials are accepted, where to take them, or what options…
Public Comment Period on Lexington Golf & Country Club Water Withdrawal Public comments are due by 2/6/26! Why this matters: This is a chance for the public to speak up by requesting a public comment hearing, which takes place only…
View the Rockbridge Conservation 2024 Annual Report. For nearly fifty years, Rockbridge Conservation has been focused on protecting and improving the exceptional natural characteristics that define the Rockbridge area. We have always tried to recognize how the community is changing,…
Join RC this Tuesday, November 19th as we co-host this event with partners VCN, Potomac Riverkeeper Network, Wild Virginia, and Waterkeepers Chesapeake. Is sewage sludge laced with 'forever chemicals' contaminating Virginian farmland? Join our webinar on Nov 19th to learn…
Thursday, February 29, 2024 https://youtu.be/FoxmUCo7yNo?feature=shared You can significantly reduce carbon emissions from your home and businesses. In this seminar, individuals learn how they can reduce their personal carbon footprints by making improvements at home like transitioning to efficient electric home…
This event is full but we would love to create a second one! Please email info@rockbridgeconservation.org if you are interested in attending a similar event in the future. Backyard Buffer Design Workshop Thursday, February 22, 2024 We think a lot about riparian…
Rockbridge Conservation seeks a Project Facilitator for a quarter-timme one-year position to launch the pilot year of the Healthy Green Neighborhoods Collaborative, with subsequent years dependent on funding. This Collaborative is a new venture whose long-term goal is to create…