Stewart’s Travels. A cartoon turtle standing next to a map of Henrico County in a park-like setting.

Exploring Henrico's Environmental Initiatives

Hello! I am Stewart the Turtle! As HEART’s mascot, I will be sharing all things environmental — news, programs and projects. My blog will be updated with reports of HEART’s initiatives. Together, we can make our community a greener and better space for all Henrico’s inhabitants. 

Turtle character in front of trees.
Henrico's tree inventory and canopy assessment
August 8, 2025
Virginia’s Styrofoam ban takes effect: What food vendors ...
July 11, 2025
Photo of a bright green, HEART bike rack next to a bus stop.
HEART Goes Biking
May 6, 2025
HCPS students in neon vests assist with a tree survey.
Wilton Farm Tree Inventory: A Collaborative Effort for ...
February 24, 2025
Photo of a bin of different colored spray paint cans.
HEART Paints Out Pollution
November 22, 2024
A cutout of Stewart the turtle stands among a pile of pumpkins.
Reduce, reuse, recycle ... food waste composting? 
October 24, 2024
Cutout of Stewart the turtle pointing to a Land Lover Award sign.
Keep Henrico Beautiful Awards Have Sprouted! 
July 24, 2024
A woman bending over tying an orange litter bag on a lawn with a HEART sign.
Summer Stream Cleanups
June 20, 2024
Turtle mascot holding a white mosquito scoop against winter woods and a small bit of water.
Fight the Bite  with Henrico’s Mosquito Section
May 14, 2024
Two buckets in front of a red firetruck with two hoses.
Henrico County Division of Fire “responds to the call” ...
April 25, 2024
Stewart the turtle cutout standing in front of volunteers planting a tree.
Henrico’s Reforestation Program is Underway!  
March 20, 2024
A row of young students standing next to a blue banner. One is holding a cutout of Stewart the turtle mascot.
Get ready to hear a youthful voice!  
February 6, 2024
Stewart the turtle mascot cutout next to a green Lake Hening sign.
Noticed anything new around Lake Hening recently?
January 9, 2024
A cutout of Stewart the turtle stands with a bright yellow WOAH! vest with a police car in the background.
Street Safety with WOAH!   
December 1, 2023
Stewart the turtle mascot cutout standing on the shoulder of a newly paved road.
Saving Money on Safer Roads 
November 14, 2023
Stewart the turtle mascot cutout standing on a roof with solar panels.
Henrico’s Bright Future in Solar Energy
October 27, 2023
Cutout of Stewart the turtle outside next to purple flowers.
Plant Native! Festival 
September 28, 2023
Cutout of Stewart the turtle standing on a wooden bridge.
Getting Out and Getting Active!
September 21, 2023
Stewart the turtle cutout on a rock next to a field of yellow wildflowers.
Let’s Get Pollinating!
September 6, 2023
Stewart the turtle cutout on rocks next to the river.
All Hands on Deck for the  James River Cleanup   
August 22, 2023
Cutout of Stewart the turtle standing next to a white hardhat displaying the Henrico County seal.
Active Transportation is Getting Easier on Hungary Road! 
August 16, 2023