LWCF grant round
DCR is accepting State and Local Assistance Program applications for parks and outdoor recreation projects for an estimated $7 million in Land and Water Conservation Fund grants. Applications are due by August 28 at 4 p.m.
Learn MorePublic comments - CFPF Round 6 draft manual
DCR is accepting public comments for the Round 6 Community Flood Preparedness Fund (CFPF) draft manual. Public comments will be accepted until July 17, 2025 and may be submitted through the Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Learn MoreVirginia Outdoors Plan
Every five years, DCR publishes the state's most comprehensive land conservation, outdoor recreation and open-space planning document. The latest was published in 2024.
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Serving a diverse commonwealth rich in nature and culture, the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation touches all Virginians' lives.
As the state's lead conservation agency, DCR protects what Virginians care about – open space, clean water, natural habitat, safe infrastructure and access to the outdoors.
Department of Conservation and Recreation
For the fourth year in a row, record-breaking cost-share assistance is available for farmers through the Virginia Agricultural Best Management Practices Cost-Share Program (VACS). READ MORE
