Discover stories in Virginia
Reading the Tree Rings
By reading tree rings, scientists can see evidence of rainy years, periods of drought, bug infestations, forest fires and even volcanic eruptions.
A New Future for Mine Lands in the Central Appalachians
In Central Appalachian, mine lands can be restored to forests in ways that benefit biodiversity, carbon storage and local economies.
Protecting and Restoring the Floodplain Forest
Floodplain forests are among the most biologically rich habitats, but they’re critically imperiled.