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To tree or not to tree? That is the question
Posted December 06, 2023
Have you ever wondered what your Christmas tree can do to and for the environment? If you choose a live tree, make sure you dispose of it in an environmentally friendly way. That way your Christmas tree can spread joy long after the holiday season!
Sailor's Creek Battlefield history and the connection to Dr. Moton
Posted February 15, 2022
The Civil War is the main history Sailor’s Creek Battlefield Historical State Park is known for, but there is a new finding that reveals that Dr. Robert Russa Moton was born here. Learn more about happenings at Sailor’s Creek in our blog.
Making the Most of Our Trail Quest Adventure
Posted December 28, 2021
Debra Ryder shares her experiences of completing Trail Quest with her partner RJ Meade. They started 2021 by going on a First Day Hike which kicked off their journey to visiting all 41 Virginia State Parks in under one year.
A Deeper Dive into Group Camp 7
Posted March 20, 2021
Dive deeper into the history of Group Camp 7 during a virtual program hosted by Pocahontas State Park.
Hiking Can Be Fun for the Whole Family
Posted March 02, 2021
Top 10 tips for hiking at Virginia State Parks.
Why I AmeriCorps? Part 3
Posted November 15, 2020
As we finish out our journey with AmeriCorps member Greene, maybe you will find that you too want to give it a try.
Why I AmeriCorps? Part 2
Posted November 15, 2020
Continue this journey with an AmeriCorps member as we learn more about their work.
Why I AmeriCorps? Part 1
Posted November 14, 2020
Step into the shoes of an AmeriCorps member and see what the experience is like.
What Lies Beneath - Skull Identification Part II
Posted June 24, 2020
Learn more about what lies beneath the skin,fur and feather of animals!
Amateur Radio, Not Just a Hobby
Posted April 24, 2020
Amateur(Ham)Radio Operator John Fury, Assistant Park Manager at James River State Park,talks about his experience and how it has helped him as a Park Ranger.