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Serving the people of Lancaster, Northumberland, Richmond, and Westmoreland Counties

Our Mission: To promote the stewardship of natural resources through leadership, education, and technical assistance for all resource users and to engender a trusted relationship between the District and these users.

Virginia Agricultural
Cost-Share Program

Technical and financial assistance is offered for a variety of best management practices.
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Virginia Conservation Assistance Program

Financial reimbursement is offered to property owners who install specific conservation practices. See options >>

Scholarship Opportunities

Three academic scholarships are offered to Northern Neck students interested in natural resource conservation and/or environmental studies.
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Outreach Events

Check out our calendar for upcoming community outreach events in the Northern Neck. Upcoming events >>

Latest News

On April, 26, 2025, NNSWCD'S District Operations Manager, Kathy Clarke, reached a tremendous milestone - 20 years of service. Kathy Read more
Spring is in the air which means it is time to start spring cleaning. If you're cleaning our closet, garage, Read more