Current Campaigns

Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy is always actively involved in a variety of advocacy campaigns. In addition to working on the frontlines, Loudoun Wildlife works behind the scenes. Below are some of our active campaigns.

Loudoun Wildlife staff and volunteers also represent wildlife, healthy habitats, and green infrastructure on a variety of advisory boards and coalitions. In 2021, Loudoun County formed the county’s first Environmental Commission, and Loudoun Wildlife’s Executive Director, Michael Myers, serves as the Chair of the Natural Resources Committee.

Route 15 N Widening Project

At the Board of Supervisors July 5, 2022 business meeting, they approved a Comprehensive Plan Amendment (CPAM) that includes the construction of a western bypass of Route 15 around the Village of Lucketts. This western bypass cuts through JK Black Oak Wildlife Sanctuary, which is held under conservation easement by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy. Further evaluation and finalization of this decision will occur during the design phase of road construction. As of November 2022, the Board of Supervisors is considering short-term safety improvements to the road that may alleviate issues warranting the widening project. Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy continues to monitor this process and is striving to do whatever possible to protect the unique wildlife habitat of JK Black Oak.  More information about Rt 15 widening…