Dark Sky Brochures, Presentations, and More
In-Depth Presentation on Rappahannock’s Dark Skies 10/2/2023
How Dark are Rappahannock Skies?
Guidelines for Outdoor Lighting
Replacement Light Information Packet
Why Smart Outdoor Lighting Matters
What to See on the Moon and Planets
The Planets Stars and Galaxies
Dark Sky Websites
Government
Conservation Land Management
RLEP members want to take good care of their land and contribute to our County’s rich biodiversity. To that end, RLEP has compiled a partial list of the many organizations that can provide technical assistance, site visits, and (sometimes) funding.
Conservation Easements
Identifying and Controlling Invasives
Financial Assistance for Best Soil and Water Conservation Practices
Sustainable Agricultural Practices
Virginia Cooperative Extension
Nearby Sources for Native Plants (not exhaustive)
Bird ID and Conservation Organizations
Smithsonian Migratory Bird Center
Recycling
Evaluation of Recycled Plastic Modified Asphalt Mixtures: Phase I
Virginia Transportation Research Council
VPM: VDOT is testing a new “plastic road” in Chesterfield
GNN: 5 U.S. States Are Repaving Roads With Unrecyclable Plastic Waste–And Results Are Impressive
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