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Documenting Diversity – Genetic Diversity

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Genetics plays an important role in biodiversity, even at the species level. Genetic diversity allows species to adapt to almost every type of environment. Because of genetics, each individual is unique!

Why is genetic diversity important? Humans have long used this variation to breed plants and animals with preferred traits. Thoroughbred race horses are bred to be fast. Dogs are often bred with a specific job in mind such as hunting, service, and drug or bomb sniffing.

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    RVF's Mission

    The mission of the Rockfish Valley Foundation is to preserve the natural, historical, ecological and agricultural resources of the Rockfish Valley. We accomplish this through enriching the lives of our community by supporting the Rockfish Valley Loop Trail system, Spruce Creek Park and the lands associated with them. The mission furthers supports conservation, recreation, preservation and environmental education and promotes a rural tourism experience in the Rockfish Valley of Nelson County, Virginia.

    We aim to inspire a healthy lifestyle by offering hiking trails, campsites, programs and events. The lands serves as an outdoor laboratory for students, the community and visitors alike.

    Rockfish Valley Foundation is a public foundation recognized under Internal Revenue Code section 501c3 and as such is permitted to receive donations. A copy of the 501(c)3 is available upon request.

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