An alliance of federal and state agencies, non profit organizations, and others have begun submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) planting in Broad Bay, near First Landing State Park, within the Lynnhaven River watershed. The SAV planting is part of the Lynnhaven … Continued
After a two year pause, major efforts to restore oyster reefs have resumed in the Lynnhaven River estuary. Construction in at least two sites in the river recently got under way, using hard substrate and fossil shell to build the … Continued
More than $30 million in new federal funding will support infrastructure improvements projects in Virginia Beach. Projects will include: $17.6 million for sand replenishment in the Resort Area $10 million for the Lynnhaven River Basin Ecosystem Restoration project $925,000 for … Continued
16th Annual Lynnhaven River Now Oyster Roast Saturday April 21st, 2018, 12 pm – 3 pm 4141 First Court Road Virginia Beach, VA The public is invited to the 16th Annual Lynnhaven River Now Oyster Roast fundraising event on Saturday, … Continued
Virginia Beach has an excellent selection of kayaking areas. Inshore kayakers will find ponds, lakes, marshes, creeks, and other areas to explore. For advanced paddlers, there are plenty of launch areas nearby with Chesapeake Bay or access to enjoy ocean … Continued
The Lynnhaven, Restoring a Legend, a full-color book of essays, paintings, and photographs about the Lynnhaven River in Virginia Beach, Virginia, was published by the conservation organization, Lynnhaven River Now. The river is home to the famed Lynnhaven oysters and … Continued