Department of Conservation and Recreation
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Department of Conservation and Recreation
Virginia’s working farms and forests, battlefields and other historic sites, natural areas, parks and rivers are critical to its economy, culture and quality of life. In 1999, the assembly and governor established the Virginia Land Conservation Foundation (VLCF) to fund protection of these resources. The interactive map below depicts VLCF-grant projects funded since 2000.
| Name: | New River Hill Park |
|---|---|
| Category: | Open Spaces and Parks |
| Grant Round: | FY23 |
| Acres: | 82.00 |
| Locality: | Grayson County |
| Management Agency: | New River Soil and Water Conservation District |
| Owner: | |
| ConserveVirginia: | Natural Habitat & Ecosystem Diversity, Water Quality Improvement |
| Amount Awarded: | $156,350.00 |
| Applicant: | New River Soil and Water Conservation District |
| Latitude: | 36.662321 |
| Longitude: | -81.013969 |
| Description: | New River Soil and Water Conservation District is requesting funding to purchase 82 acres in Grayson County to create New River Hill Park. The project borders the New River, an American Heritage River and will protect water quality along its 4,800 feet of streams and the diverse habitat of the area. This project will protect approximately 1,700 feet from ridgetop development and protect the scenic viewshed for river users and those traversing the New River Blueway. The planned New River Hill Park will provide a natural area for public use and passive recreation, hiking, biking, environmental education, enjoyment of diverse wildlife, fishing and water activities. |
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