Dear Friends- For several years we have been partnering with “Hows the James RVA” to help spread information about the James River in Richmond. This is an account that you need to follow on your favorite social media channel. It gives a real-time update about conditions on the James, including the air temperature, water temperature, river levels, and any safety information you may need to know. This partnership has been part of our efforts to make sure Park users are as educated as possible before they head out on their adventures. Our friend Ryan Abrahamsen runs HowstheJamesRVA and he wanted to share some updates about Hows the James RVA and let you all know about some new partnership opportunities. Here is a guest blog from Ryan to help you all learn more about Hows the James RVA and everything they have going on right now. Enjoy!
Visit How’s the James RVA here.
Introducing How’s the James RVA: Your Weekend River Forecast
Hello Friends of James River Park!
I’m Ryan Abrahamsen, founder of How’s the James RVA, and I’m excited to share some updates about our platform that’s become RVA’s premier source for James River information.
A New Weekly River Forecast
Starting March 29, 2025, we’re launching a new weekly Friday morning newsletter that provides detailed river forecasts for weekend activities. Whether you’re planning to paddle, fish, or simply enjoy the shoreline, our forecasts will help you make informed decisions about when, where, and how to safely enjoy the James.
Real-Time River Intelligence That Saves Lives
The James River can change rapidly, and traditional safety alerts often miss their mark – they’re limited in reach, easily missed, and frequently too late to prevent accidents. How’s the James RVA changes everything by:
- Reaching 130K+ engaged river users per day
- Delivering real-time safety alerts via social media
- Sending direct messaging to people at risk
- Creating educational content that saves lives
Our platform combines AI-powered analysis of river conditions with real-time monitoring to provide the most accurate information possible.
Supporting Conservation Through Partnership
I’m thrilled to announce that 25% of all donations and sponsorships to How’s the James RVA will directly support Friends of the James River Park. This partnership strengthens our mutual commitment to river conservation, water quality monitoring, and community education.
New Support Options
We’ve created several ways for the community to support our mission:
For Individuals:
- Monthly support starting at just $5/month
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One-time donations of any amount
For Businesses:
- Sponsorship options from $75-$300/month
- Integration in our social media posts and alerts
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Reach over 450,000 monthly viewers
Stay Connected
Sign up for our SMS alerts to receive weekend river forecasts and emergency notifications directly to your phone. You can also follow us on Instagram and X (Twitter) @howsthejamesrva for daily updates.
Your support helps maintain our 10-minute refresh cycles for current conditions, AI-powered analysis of river patterns, and our emergency alert system that helps keep river users safe.
Thank you for your continued support of the James River and the community that cherishes it!
Visit howsthejamesrva.com to learn more.
Ryan Abrahamsen Founder, How’s the James RVA
