OUR MISSION
To be the voice and active force for a healthy and scenic Rappahannock River.
Our Vision
A Rappahannock River… that is clean and safe for fish consumption and recreation from its Headwaters to its confluence with the Chesapeake.
A Rappahannock River… that supports a healthy and diverse aquatic ecosystem, with submerged grasses, oysters, crabs and other species returned to their historic levels and productivity.
A Rappahannock River Watershed… where land use and runoff is managed to protect and enhance our riparian habitats, downstream waters, scenic viewsheds and historical resources.
A Rappahannock River Community… where the citizens and local governments are educated about river stewardship, where they take a sense of personal stewardship over the river resource, and where they take action in their own backyards and communities to protect it.
WHAT WE DO
Caroline County Water Withdrawal Open Comment
UPDATE: SEPT. 12, 2024 The Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has announced a public hearing for the water withdrawal draft permit (VWPP No. 20-0514) in Caroline County, VA. The hearing will be held on September 25, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m...
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Volunteers! From FOR’s Volunteer Manager, Lis Heras
This year marks the first time FOR has had a dedicated Volunteer and Outreach Manager position. As I enthusiastically jumped into this new role, one of the first challenges I faced was that we had TOO many people interested in volunteering, but we were still working...
Bringing Students to the River
Imagine the sound of the water trickling over the rocks as you paddle through a ripple. The smell of the morning air as the mist evaporates off of the river’s surface. The Eagles perched on the tall branches overhead swooping down to catch their breakfast and the...
Cultivating Greenery and Community
Enterprise Mobility and Arbor Day Foundation partner with Friends of the Rappahannock to Plant Over 400 Trees in Culpeper, Virginia In a concerted effort to enhance urban greenery and address environmental concerns, the Arbor Day Foundation and Enterprise Mobility...
A Journey to Revitalize Historic Germanna Ford Boat Launch
Nestled along the banks of the Rapidan River, the Germanna Ford Boat Launch stands as a testament to a decade of dedication, collaboration, and preservation. This newly inaugurated launch site not only provides a gateway to the serene waters of the Rapidan but also...
