Hey folks.... Here is an opportunity for some birding near Emporia the weekend prior to the VSO Annual Meeting in Richmond. Larry Lynch birder6@xxxxxxxx ------------------------------------------------ April 20-21, 2002 Mike and Pat Jones will open Springview Farm / River?s Edge to all interested birders on Saturday and Sunday (April 20?21, 2002). This sprawling property adjoins the beautiful Nottoway River in northern Greensville County, Virginia. It is located on the fall-line of Virginia, twelve miles north of Emporia, Virginia, and offers excellent birding opportunities in a variety of ecosystems. Approximately 350 contiguous acres will be accessible. Existing ecosystems include non-tidal wetlands, mature hardwood forest, regenerated pine forest, old-field sites, riparian haunts, etc. Approximately four miles of walking trails will be open to birding and wildlife-watching enthusiast. Two individuals recorded sixty-two species of birds in one morning last spring. Mountain type bicycles will be allowed if desired. Guides/Group Leaders will be provided as necessary. A $10.00/person donation will be requested for The American Cancer Society (Relay for Life Team). Please come spend the day (or both days); make it a family weekend in the country. Attendees should provide their own food, drink and/or picnic lunch (backpacks suggested). Area will be open from sunrise to sunset on Saturday and Sunday. Pre-registration is highly recommended and can be accomplished by simply calling (434) 634-9719 (after 6:00 PM) or via E-mail at ?mpkact@xxxxxxxxxxx?. Springview Farm / River?s Edge (residence) is located at 11254 Purdy Rd (Hwy 619), Jarratt, VA 23867 and will be the meeting point for all attendees as they arrive throughout the day. Event will be held rain-or-shine. Lodging can be found in Emporia, VA (Hampton Inn, Best Western, Holiday Inn, Days Inn). Some primitive/low-impact campsites may be available upon request. Please come join us for a wonderful outdoor experience !!!!!!! You are subscribed to VA-Richmond-General. To unsubscribe, send email to va-richmond-general-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with 'unsubscribe' in the Subject field. To adjust other settings (vacation, digest, etc.) please visit, //www.freelists.org/list/va-richmond-general.