James River Wildlife Management Area

James River Wildlife Management Area

James River Wildlife Management Area is a protected area located in Nelson County, Virginia, near the town of Wingina. convert|1213|acre|km2 in size, it consists of hilly woodland and more level bottomland along the James River, and ranges from 350 to 500 feet above sea level in elevation. It fronts on the river for a little over one mile. About convert|200|acre|km2 of property, once used for pasture and the growth of crops, are open land, although the older fields have reverted to Virginia pine. The rest of the land is forest, a mix of pine and hardwood, mainly oak and hickory. Various techniques have been used to enhance the upland habitat, including the development of annual and perennial plantings, hedgerows, and other methods. Eight acres of marsh have also been developed to encourage food for waterfowl.

Reference

* [http://www.dgif.state.va.us/wmas/detail.asp?pid=16 WMA webpage]


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