

Leopold's Preserve In the news

Tucked away from the bustling highways in western Prince William County, a green sanctuary awaits those looking to escape the daily grind and reconnect with the natural world. Leopold's... Read More
Discover Western Prince William, June 2026

The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust and the White House Farm Foundation are presenting this free family-friendly event to foster community connections with local nonprofits. The second annual Fall Festival at Leopold's... Read More
WHFF, August 2025

We’d walked nearly two miles and through a handful of habitats, spotting red-winged blackbirds, tree swallows, egrets and evidence of active beavers by the time we saw the first house in the distance. By then... Read More
Bay Journal, August 2023

On Saturday, April 30, birding expert Dave Larsen raced over to Regency Golf Course in Haymarket after receiving a text message from a neighbor alerting him... Read More
Prince William Times, May 2022

The first time I visited Leopold’s Preserve was just under a year ago in March 2020. As an amateur birder, I was invited by my friend, David Larsen, who is a local birding authority and founder of the Regency Nature Lovers group. Read More
Prince William Times, February 2021

The U.S. Department of the Interior has named Leopold’s Preserve in western Prince William County a National Recreation Trail. The designation was part of five new National Recreation Trails and one National Water Trail... Read More
InsideNOVA, June 2026

Northern Virginia Conservation Trust’s (NVCT) new preserve was protected through a unique avenue that may surprise and inspire... Read More
Chesapeake Conservation Partnership, November 2024

The trails and open spaces at Leopold’s Preserve offer an opportunity for visitors of every age to experience the wonder of nature around every turn. But while it’s cold outside for the next few months, Leopold’s Preserve is... Read More
Prince William Times, December 2022

There are so many fun things to do when visiting GAINESVILLE it's hard to keep count! Here are THE 5 MUST STOPS that you just can't miss! (1) LEOPOLD'S PRESERVE: A 380-acre public park... Watch the video here.
Fox 5 News, July 2021

Abby Marino’s interest in wildlife conservation and forestry took root long before she arrived at Virginia Tech.
Now a senior majoring in wildlife conservation and minoring in forestry, both in the College of... Read More
VT News, September 2025

Witness the remarkable journey of a Bald Eagle that defied adversity in a compelling saga that unfolded in the heart of Prince William County, Virginia. Local law enforcement from the Prince William County Police... Read More
WJLA News, November 2023

In this podcast episode, WHFF Founder Scott Plein and NVCT Executive Director Alan Rowsome chat about the unique partnership that led to the creation of Leopold's Preserve in a rapidly developing part of Virginia. Listen Here!
BioScience Talks, December 2022

Thick smoke wafts through the forest as crews in fire-resistant gear wield “drip torches” against their enemy. The flames stay low but occasionally spike as the workers make their way slowly across the field, allowing wildlife time to escape the scorching blaze as they advance. Read More
Prince William Times, April 2021
