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Cowpasture River Preservation Association

The Cowpasture River flows through some of western Virginia’s most scenic, rural landscape.  Beginning in Highland County, it flows south through Bath, Alleghany, and Botetourt Counties for over 80 miles.  At Iron Gate, it joins the Jackson River to form the James River.  People who experience the river, whether as residents or visitors, find that its beauty and peace remain with them always.  The Association was formed in 1972 by lovers of the river to try to make sure the Cowpasture remains clean and healthy into the future for all who enjoy it.

How is the River Running?

View current and historical field observations of the Cowpasture and Bullpasture Rivers featuring water temperature, discharge, specific water conductance, peak streamflow, field measurements, field/lab water-quality samples and more.

Cowpasture:  McKinney Hollow/Clifton Forge

Bullpasture:  Williamsville/Bath County

The River Runs Newsletter

Our Fall 2024 edition of The River Runs is now available online. Click the cover to view the issue. In this edition:

Ø From the President
Ø Executive Assistant’s Corner
Ø Watershed Monitoring Coordinator
Ø Benthic Monitoring Summary
Ø Facebook Birthday Fundraisers
Ø Summer Picnic Highlights
Ø Spotted Lanternflies
Ø What’s Happening in the Arts
Ø Thank You to Our Donors

Pipeline Updates

Atlantic Coast Pipeline Updates

The CRPA Board of Directors has conscientiously tracked the progress of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline application before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission and before the U. S. Forest Service. The Cowpasture River Preservation Association has contributed to the greater public dialogue in two areas of critical concern – i.e., the erosion of soil, debris and rock in rugged mountainous terrain, and the threats to surface and ground water quality. Both water quality issues devolve from the essence of our corporate charter and represent the vital concerns of our membership who are primarily riparian landowners.

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The River Runs – Fall 2024

The River Runs – Fall 2024

Our Fall 2024 edition of The River Runs is now available online. Click the cover to view the issue. In this edition: Ø From the PresidentØ Executive Assistant’s CornerØ Watershed Monitoring CoordinatorØ...
CRPA Fifth Annual Online Auction

CRPA Fifth Annual Online Auction

In an effort to carry on the legacy of both Bill Hardbarger and William Kent Ford, Jr., we hold an online auction each year in their memories in order to...

CRPA Annual Summer Picnic and Family Fun Day

SATURDAY, AUGUST 17, 2024SAVE THE DATE! 3:30—5:00 p.m. Come early if you would like to swim or canoe5:00— 6:00 p.m. Happy Hour (self serve)6:00—7:30 p.m. Picnic dinner WHERE:The home of...
Exploring Karst Topography Field Trip

Exploring Karst Topography Field Trip

Saturday, June 1, 2024 (12:00 noon – 4:00 pm)Led by Bill JonesCost: $10 Meet up with Bill Jones at Windy Cove Church at 12:00 noon where we will caravan together...

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