by Sandra White, Charles City, VA Story prompt: Write your own story! I recently published a book, a memoir with stories created on the banks of the James River. I planted seeds with my prayers on the banks of the James River in the patch of dirt I named ‘The...
by Daniel Leech, Richmond, VA Story prompt: The river is important to me because … I am passionate about the James River and all it has to offer. One thing about the James I think is so special is how diverse the river is. Within a few miles around Richmond...
by Chris Armstrong, Richmond, VA Story prompt: Write your own story! The James has always been an integral part of my life here in Richmond. I have fond memories of exploring the river banks and discovering the various rock routes and rope swings as a kid. The James...
by John Bragg, New Kent, VA Story prompt: The river is important to me because … I remember those rivers I was so fortunate to live near in West Virginia during my formative years. My boyhood home abuts to what is now the New River Gorge National Park. I...
by Tessa Biggs, Richmond, VA Story prompt: The river is important to me because … The river is important to me because the James is where my family goes to connect to one another. From weekly walks to momentous engagement pictures, I know I will always leave...
by Denise Kranich, Powhatan, VA Story prompt: Write your own story! When the pandemic hit in 2020 we were all trying to get outdoors more. I have a kayak, actually two kayaks, and I live close to Maidens Landing, so I love to go kayaking on the James. It is so...
