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SUMMARY:Working Farms Needed for American Kestrel Research
DESCRIPTION:The American Kestrel is the smallest North American falcon species. Commonly seen perched on edges of grasslands\, pastures\, and meadows\, kestrels rely on semi-open habitats for foraging insects and small rodents. Kestrels have been experiencing significant declines since the 1970’s\, and research into their overwintering habitat and behavior is crucial for understanding these trends. \nJasmine Kyle\, a graduate student of Dr. Matthew McKinney at West Liberty University\, is conducting a research project using nest boxes and cameras to study kestrels visiting nest boxes in the winter. This project needs working farms in West Virginia with pastures and/or hayfields that can be used as installation sites for kestrel nest boxes. \nParticipation in the research project would entail: \n\nFree installation of 1 or more kestrel nest boxes on your property\nA camera recording activity inside the box\nResearchers regularly visiting your property in 2026 – 2027 for camera maintenance\nCameras will be removed at the end of the study.\n\nAfter the research project concludes\, landowners will participate in an ongoing kestrel nest box monitoring program coordinated by the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources (WVDNR) and the Avian Conservation Center of Appalachia (ACCA). Training on nest box monitoring will be provided. \nYearly tasks to be completed by the landowner (or other volunteer with permission): \n\nLate Winter: Clean nest box\nSpring/Summer: Monitor nest box to count kestrel eggs & chicks (2-3 visits)\nSummer/Early Fall: Submit monitoring data to ACCA\n\nPlease email jkyle@westliberty.edu and Katherine.L.Garst@wv.gov if you are interested in participating or would like additional information. \nNote that this is an ongoing project throughout the summer – please disregard the “event date.”
URL:https://www.cacapon.org/event/working-farms-needed-for-american-kestrel-research/
LOCATION:WV
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ORGANIZER;CN="WVDNR & West Liberty University":MAILTO:Katherine.L.Garst@wv.gov; jkyle@westliberty.edu
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SUMMARY:CWC Pause-and-Reflect meeting
DESCRIPTION:Cacapon Watershed Collaborative (CWC) is a partnership of local landowners\, farmers\, and more than a dozen non-profit watershed groups\, state and local government agencies\, and educational institutions all working together to protect the Cacapon and Lost Rivers watershed’s valuable ecosystems and residents’ way of life. \nThe collaborative meets quarterly to share a meal\, catch up with each other\, review plans\, and set objectives for the next 3 months. \nAnyone who lives in or cares about the Cacapon valley can join! \nProgram:  \n11am: Shared meal (catered) \n12-2: Pause-and-Reflect \n2pm+: Field trip to see local Cacapon Institute community project \nTo join\, email the organizer\, below.
URL:https://www.cacapon.org/event/cwc-pause-and-reflect-meeting/
LOCATION:Cacapon Institute\, 10 Rock Ford Rd\, Great Cacapon\,\, WV\, 25422
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cacapon & Lost Rivers Land Trust":MAILTO:marika@cacapon.org
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SUMMARY:Farmer Showcase: Award-winning practices
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a showcase of award-winning conservation practices on a working produce and livestock farm. \nPowder Keg Farms in High View\, WV has been recognized as 2024 West Virginia Non-Traditional Conservation Farm of the Year. Learn about outstanding conservation efforts\, locally grown products\, and self -sustainability with conservation at its best! \nEnjoy samplings of locally-grown produce and other products. \nThis event is organized by the Cacapon Watershed Collaborative (CWC) with funding from the Chesapeake WILD program of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation.
URL:https://www.cacapon.org/event/farmer-showcase-award-winning-practices/
LOCATION:Powder Keg Farms\, 1968 Powder Keg Lane\, High View\, WV\, 26808
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ORGANIZER;CN="Becky Royal":MAILTO:rebecca.royal@usda.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T110000
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SUMMARY:CWC Pause-and-Reflect Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Cacapon Watershed Collaborative (CWC) is a partnership of local landowners\, farmers\, and more than a dozen non-profit watershed groups\, state and local government agencies\, and educational institutions all working together to protect the Cacapon and Lost Rivers watershed’s valuable ecosystems and residents’ way of life. \nThe collaborative meets quarterly to share a meal\, catch up with each other\, review plans\, and set objectives for the next 3 months. Anyone who lives in or cares about the Cacapon valley can join! \nThe September 23 gathering will take place at a cabin on a North River conservation project site. Please RSVP to the organizer for details and address. \nProgram:  \n11am: Shared meal (catered) \n12-2pm: Pause-and-Reflect \n2pm+: Hike to overlook on North River property \n~Contact the organizer below to RSVP~
URL:https://www.cacapon.org/event/cwc-pause-and-reflect-meeting-2/
LOCATION:WV
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cacapon & Lost Rivers Land Trust":MAILTO:marika@cacapon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T163000
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SUMMARY:Creating Bird Havens In Your Landscape
DESCRIPTION:If you’ve been wondering how to turn your farm\, forest\, or backyard into a bird paradise\, this event is for you! \nExplore successful bird-friendly projects at Hollyhock Farm and learn from an avian expert about the benefits of establishing a bird habitat. \nA farm-to-table meal will be served. \nSpeakers: \n\nKatie Garst\, Avian Biologist with the West Virginia Division of Natural Resources Ornithology Program\, where she conducts state-wide bird surveys and monitoring projects. She’ll talk about programs for bird conservation on private lands and habitat management guidelines.\nLandowners Dottie Eddis and Lowell Hott will host the event and showcase their bird habitat projects.\n\nPlease RSVP to the organizer (below) by September 25. \nPS: The event is outdoors\, so be sure to dress for comfort. \nThis event is sponsored by the Cacapon Watershed Collaborative\, a partnership of landowners\, farmers\, conservation organizations and agencies working together to protect the beautiful Cacapon Valley’s forests\, farms\, and waters. 
URL:https://www.cacapon.org/event/creating-bird-havens-in-your-landscape/
LOCATION:Hollyhock Farm\, 99 Loy Road\, Augusta\, WV\, 26704
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dottie Eddis":MAILTO:wvcello@gmail.com
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