Restoration Begins on the Pin Oak Vernal Pool
Volunteers begin clearing the invasive understory surrounding Pin Oak pool. Photo by Lorna Dock Most of the JK Black Oak...
Amphibian Walks at JK Black Oak
Jefferson Salamander.Photo by Jenny Erickson Join Jenny Erickson, Loudoun Wildlife’s Amphibian Monitoring Coordinator, for a unique opportunity to explore the...
A Work in Progress: Meadow Restoration at JK Black Oak
Volume 30 Issue 1, Winter 2025 by Sheila Ferguson and Gerco Hoogeweg Volunteers remove invasives at the southwestern edge of...
Invasive Plants at JK Black Oak
Like most, if not all, natural areas in Northern Virginia, JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary is overrun with invasive plants. ...
Tree Seedlings, Cages, Wood Chips and More for the November Work Day
Watering the newly planted natives.Photo by Sheri Knauer. The November 2 work day at JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary was...
Monitoring the Forest Restoration Project at JK Black Oak
If you’re one of the many volunteers who helped install the deer exclosure fences and tree cages in the oak-hickory...
Long-awaited Planting Day Arrives at JK Black Oak
Volunteers planting in plot 3. Photo by SA Ferguson Restoring the meadows at JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary is a...
Plenty of Species Seen During Nature Walk at JK Black Oak
Pure Green Sweat Bee.Photo by John Denice Nine nature enthusiasts joined walk leaders Kevin and John Denice at JK Black...
Microsoft Grant Awarded for Habitat Restoration and Citizen Science
Volunteers finish the installation of a bluebird box setup. Photo by Nida Davis. Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy is excited to announce...
Preparing for the October Work Day
Collecting seed in the east meadow.Photo by SA Ferguson Some work days at JK Black Oak require minimal preparation, while...