Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

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Bob Diller and Kevin Divins

Bob Diller and Kevin Divins

We love to head out with our cell phones and get to know our adopted state. Bob Diller (baseball cap) was born and raised in Michigan, Kevin Divins though was raised in the Tampa area of Florida. Together we'll show you the Virginia State Park system through the eyes of transplants, and on a very low budget. Along the way we'll include some clever tips on cell phone photography, so you can record your adventures through amazing photography too!


Blogger "Bob Diller and Kevin Divins"Clear results in following blogs.

Getting to Know Virginia: Kiptopeke State Park

By Bob Diller and Kevin DivinsPosted April 16, 2019
Time to capture the magnificent scenery of the beaches, boardwalk and birds at Kiptopeke State Park. This is another part of Bob and Kevin's fun series.
The dunes and boardwalk as viewed from the beach side at Kiptopeke State Park in Virginia

Getting to Know Virginia: Shenandoah River State Park Part 2

By Bob Diller and Kevin DivinsPosted January 25, 2019
Sunsets over the winding river are just part of what make this park a favorite, and accessibility for those with mobility issues is another.
Foggy scenery is fine from the cabin at Shenandoah River State Park, Virginia

Getting to Know Virginia: Shenandoah River State Park Part 1

By Bob Diller and Kevin DivinsPosted December 26, 2018
Time to capture the old farm lanes and scenic meadows along the winding river at Shenandoah River State Park. This is another of Bob and Kevin's fun series as they explore Virginia one park at a time.
It was easy to step into the water to get some great photographs at Shenandoah River State Park in Virginia

How to Bring Virginia State Parks Home with You

By Bob Diller and Kevin DivinsPosted November 23, 2018
Guest bloggers Bob and Kevin share how you can stop and take a moment to bring Virginia State Parks memory home with you as a photo.
The sun setting over the concrete ships at Kiptopeke State Park and Chesapeake Bay in Virginia

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