Welcome to the Henricopolis Soil & Water Conservation District.

We equip Henrico County citizens with the knowledge, guidance, and support needed to sustainably steward our shared natural resources—moving us closer to a future of clean waters and productive soils.

Our programs that support you.

Suburban/Urban Conservation

The Virginia Agricultural Cost-Share Program (VACS) helps farmers implement practices that support crop yield and ecosystem health.

Agricultural Conservation

The Virginia Conservation Assistance Program (VCAP) supports landowners & homeowners in controlling erosion, runoff, and flooding.

Environmental Education

We support HCPS educators in the creation and facilitation of lively and important environmental education in the classroom and outdoors.

Conservation Easements

In partnership with the Capital Region Land Conservancy, we protect more than 1200 acres of local farmland and forest through our program.

Our people who guide you.

  • Emily Hagerott (She/Her)

    CONSERVATION SPECIALIST; VCAP & VACS

  • Seth Guy (He/Him)

    EDUCATION & OUTREACH SPECIALIST

  • Rey Belvin (They/Them)

    DISTRICT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

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Wow! @vsu_ag’s Farm Field Day was terrific! Thank you to the team behind the scenes (and in front) that worked hard to bring this spectacle of community engagement in agricultural research & education to life. 10 out of 10. We’ll be b
We’re thrilled to welcome Seth Guy, our new Education & Outreach Specialist to the Henricopolis Soil & Water Conservation District! With years of experience as an Environmental Educator in Chesterfield County, Seth brings a wealth of kn
Meetings for the 🥇!