The 500-Year Forest Foundation

03/12/2026

Valley Link and Dominion Energy are proposing a new "Joshua Falls to Yeat" 115-mile high-voltage transmission line through Central Virginia from Campbell County to Culpeper County, to serve the increasing data center demand.

This project would clear thousands of acres of land, slicing through forests and farmland and splitting wildlife habitats apart. The forests on the chopping block provide clean air and water, excellent viewsheds, outdoor recreation, and critical habitat to birds, mammals, reptiles, and more.

Please stand up for the Piedmont's beautiful landscape by making your voice heard at one of the public meetings or the virtual meeting on Monday, March 16 during the public comment period.

You can find more information about the transmission line and opportunities for public comment at the Valley Link website: https://vltransmission.com/joshua-falls-to-yeat

Photo from the Valley Link website

02/27/2026

Join us tomorrow, February 28 at 2 pm in Richmond's Byrd Park as we lead a Walk in the Woods from the Carillon Monument through the mature forest of the park. ON this informative walk, expect to learn tree identification, the value of mature and old-growth ecosystems, and invasive species management. Come prepared for a mild hike with your best trail shoes, ball cap, and plenty of water! As this event is educational in nature, we ask you please leave your furry friends at home.

We will meet at our table and banner at 2 pm on the front side of the Carillon, facing Blanton Avenue. Advance registration is appreciated, but not required, through this link:

https://forms.donorsnap.com/form?id=f4f94e44-7187-4088-b1bb-4f38f83dda1e

10/21/2025

Thank you to all who attended our benefit showing of the Patagonia Film Treeline, the secret life of trees, at the Byrd Theatre in Richmond this past Saturday, and to all who helped make it a success!
The Byrd Theatre & Foundation
Patagonia

10/15/2025

Just a few more days until our showing of The Secret Life of Trees at the Byrd Theatre in Richmond this Saturday! Sign up at our event link: bit.ly/treelinetix or walk on in!

09/18/2025

If you are an outdoor enjoyer, please take the time to read this and submit a public comment to Congress before the deadline on Friday, September 19.

NPCA supports continuation of the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule to protect our nation’s forests — for national parks, wildlife, recreation and more.

09/16/2025

Our showing of The Secret Life of Trees is only a month away! use the link below to purchase tickets - only $10 for general tickets or $5 for students.

https://forms.donorsnap.com/form?id=5b92a02d-3d83-4e32-a9e2-04b506e6973f

08/13/2025

Interested in the inner workings of trees and how they fit into our ecosystem? Join us on Saturday, October 18 for a special showing of The Secret Life of Trees at the Byrd Theatre in Richmond!