Vulcan Materials Company
Skippers Quarry
Skippers, Virginia, United States
Certified through 2025
Project Name
Project Type
Osprey
Avian
Whitetail Deer
Mammals
About the Program
Skippers Quarry, situated in Skippers, Virginia, is an active quarry managed by Vulcan Materials Company. This quarry plays a crucial role in the production of construction materials, helping to meet regional infrastructure demands. The site encompasses a notable area in Skippers, contributing to the local economy and infrastructure development. Beyond its industrial significance, Vulcan Materials Company has taken proactive steps to incorporate conservation practices into its operations.
Practices and Impacts:
- Planting native forage species tailored to support the local deer population helps enhance the ecosystem's health and fosters wildlife diversity. The team monitors and maintains these planted areas to understand the impact on local white-tailed deer.
- Team members installed nest platforms for osprey, contributing to the preservation and rehabilitation of this bird species. Strategic locations were chosen to encourage osprey use, and monitoring efforts contribute to the conservation and knowledge of osprey species in the region.
