Policy on the #NNK

The Department of Conservation and Recreation reminds us that “anywhere it can rain, it can flood.” DCR contuinues, “The best way to protect the life you’ve built is to insure your home and business with flood insurance. Most homeowners/renters insurance does not cover flood damage. Protect yourself this hurricane season!” Learn more at Floodplains (DCR) and Floodsmart (FEMA, National Flood Insurance Program). If you’re new to the NNK, you may not be aware of historical flooding. Here are a few blog posts which detail flooding events and their cost: Flood insurance on the Northern Neck Flooding risk on the Northern Neck High tide flood days will increase, says NOAA

It’s Oktoberfest and fall festival time and there are plenty of folks who will travel for an event. If your organization is celebrating, get your event added to 2024 DC Region Oktoberfest’s & Fall Festivals and the map 2024 DC Region Oktoberfests by leaving a comment at 2024 Washington DC and Extended Region Oktoberfest Guide . Note : You have to join Reddit and the Virginia sub to leave a comment. To promote your event locally, try using the information in (Crowdsourced) Outreach on the NNK .

The Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services ’ (VDACS) Beehive Distribution Program is encouraging the public to apply for the 2024 Beehive Distribution Program lottery. The program “provides equipment directly to eligible individuals for the construction of new beehives” and VDACS registers winners as registered beekeepers. September 6 is the deadline for applying.

The Power of Place Symposium takes place November 1-2 at The Lodge at Cat Point Creek Unit of the Rappahannock River National Wildlife Refuge. Space is limited. Variety rules the agenda (PDF). Sessions include a guided hike and paddle excursions on Cat Point Creek, a panel discussion on Indigenous landscapes, a panel discussion on Indigenous scholarship, and a session on advocacy and activism. Learn more and register on the NNK 250 website . Note from author : The Native Governance Center's terminology style guide instructs us to “capitalize the names of racial, ethnic, cultural (and for Native folks, political) identifiers.” The more familiar Chicago Manual of Style Online states “We would capitalize Indigenous in both contexts: that of Indigenous people and groups, on the one hand, and Indigenous culture and society, on the other.”

Northumberland County Community Center Organization (NCCCO) and supporter NNK250 are throwing down crabs and other goodies at the NCCCO Crabfeast Saturday, September 7 from 2:00 to 6:00 pm. The public is invited to participate in this fundraising event. Tickets are $50 each and may be purchased from James Long ― (804) 724-3240 ― or Stacey Evans ― (804) 436-5898.

The Department of Wildlife Resources is recruiting folks to become Conservation Police . On the site, you’ll find FAQs, deets about the position, the application link, and an email address to ask additional questions before proceeding.

The Facebook group A Lively Community is “a place for community members to share the happenings in our little village.” The group is interested in promoting happenings in Lively, discussing county and other public policy topics, and reviving past events. The group will be meeting Wednesday, August 21 at 6:00 pm at Rocks to Gems (5344 Mary Ball Rd, Lancaster).

Northumberland County Sheriff’s Office staff and Mid-County Volunteer Rescue Squad invite Northumberland County residents, business owners, and others to the Wednesday, October 2 Coffee with a Cop at Mid-County (7990 Northumberland Hwy/Rte 360, Heathsville). Attendees will have the opportunity to chat with Sheriff Johhny Beauchamp, deputies, and other staff about topics of concern, ask questions, and more. The Cooks Squad is providing food and drink. Direct questions about the event to Mid-County, (804) 580-8615. Share this information! PDF flyer PNG flyer PNG social media (2000x2000)

The Department of Wildlife Resources is accepting comments on six proposed boating and fishing regulatory changes. The deadline is September 10 . The proposed changes: Fish: Fish Generally (4VAC 15-320; changes to creel and length limits for certain fish; see section 25) Fish: Trout Fishing (4VAC 15-330; amending chapter 330 sections 150 and 160) Fish: Aquatic Invertebrates, Amphibians, Reptiles, and Nongame Fish (4VAC 15-360; removing species of bullhead from ability to take; section 10) Watercraft: Motorboat Numbering (4VAC 15-380; chapter 80; amending sections 30 and 40) Watercraft: Safe and Reasonable Operation of Vessels (4VAC 15-390; amending sections 10, 85, and 140 of chapter 390) Watercraft: Navigation Lights and Shapes (4VAC 15-420; amending section 10 of chapter 420)

Anonymous asked (link is to Facebook) about food programs for kids. My question: Why, in 2024, do we still have hungry kids?

Buzzinga is a totally customizable Jeopardy game. Why not use it to celebrate the NNK’s 250th? Make the questions about history, the water, and agriculture, among many other interesting topics. Location where the Rappahannock Tribe defended their homeland from Captain John Smith Three major waterways on the Northern Neck Three of the first five US presidents born on the NNK Ubiquitous yellow-flowering plant seen in many roadside fields