NAPS Spring Highway Cleanup Clears 23 Bags of Trash
The NAPS Spring Highway Cleanup crew (from left): Mike Ahart, Estrella Cruz, Don Imbur, Alice Imbur, Jeff Kuver, Martha Tallent, Kathleen Ennen, LaToya Bunns-Bea, Jen Sagan, Thom Ennen, Victoria Jett, Sadie Wirt, John Scherbenske, Michelle Scherbenske, Larkin Rea, Sharon Flick, James Scripture, Lee Flick, Denez Yancey, and Bob Yancey, and Claudia St. John (not shown). A crew of 21 volunteers cleared the roadsides and gullies during the Northumberland Association for Progressi
NAPS 11th Annual Earth Day Festival Attracts Area Nature Lovers
A beautiful day greeted hundreds of visitors to the 11th Annual Earth Day Festival in Heathsville, Saturday, April 25, 2025, with dozens of exhibits, demonstrations, displays and activities. The event was free and open to the public. Hosted by NAPS (Northumberland Association for Progressive Stewardship) and The Northern Neck Heritage Arts Center in conjunction with the first Heathsville Farmers Market of the season, the eco-friendly event celebrated the Northern Neck’s natur
NAPS' Andy Sitison and Mike Ahart for named Volunteer River Counties "Volunteers of the Month"
Congratulations to NAPS' Andy Sitison and Mike Ahart for being named Volunteer River Counties "Volunteers of the Month!" Many thanks to Chris Wright of 101.7 BAY FM and Bill Michaels of 104.9 WIGO Country for the on-air interviews Monday morning! Watch the video of the 101.7 BAY FM interview here or on Facebook. On a related note, Andy was also named VIMS "Volunteer of the Year!"
Forever Chemicals, Sewage Spill, and Ghost Pots discussed at NAPS Special Program/Annual Meeting/Ice Cream Social
Madeleine Green of Potomac Riverkeeper Network explaining health risks of PFAS “Forever Chemicals” at NAPS Special Program, Annual Meeting &Ice Cream Social PFAS (“forever chemicals”), the Potomac River sewage spill, and NAPS’ Ghost Pot Program were featured topics at Northumberland Association for Progressive Stewardship’s (NAPS) Special Program & Annual Meeting, Sunday, March 29 in Heathsville. Madeleine Green, Virginia Campaign Coordinator for Potomac Riverkeeper Network (
NAPS Fall Highway Pickup Clears 14+ Bags of Trash
The NAPS Fall Highway Cleanup crew (from left): Mike Ahart, Alice Imbur, Darnell Jayne, Shauna McCranie, Jack Yunker, Robin Blake, Mary Martha Stewart, Don Imbur, Martha Tallent, Laura Stone, and Bonnie Reif (not shown). A crew of 11 volunteers cleared the roadsides and gullies during the NAPS Fall Highway Cleanup, Sunday, October 5th. Fourteen large bags of trash plus several oversized items were removed from Route 200 between Wicomico Church and the Glebe Point Bridge to be
Thanks for a Successful Creek Cleanup!
With clear skies and calm seas, 52 volunteers helped to remove trash from Cockrells Creek during the 2025 NAPS Creek Cleanup, Sunday,...
Kirkland Grove Beautification Project a Success
In a remarkable demonstration of leadership and community spirit, Scouting America Troop 250 transformed the Kirkland Grove Campground...
'Cover Your Load' – Free Cargo Nets at Northumberland Disposal/Recycling Centers, Sat. May 31
Free Cargo Nets will be available while supplies last during the 'Cover Your Load' events at Northumberland Disposal/Recycling Centers,...
A Celebration of Nature at the NAPS Earth Day Festival
A warm, windy day greeted hundreds of visitors to the 10th Annual Earth Day Festival in Heathsville, Saturday, April 19, 2025, with...
NAPS Spring Highway Cleanup Clears 15+ Bags of Trash
12 volunteers cleared the roadsides and gullies during the Spring 2024 NAPS Highway Cleanup
