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James River State Park named an International Dark Sky Park

By Jim MeisnerPosted March 20, 2019
James River State Park in Buckingham County will become the second state park in Virginia, the 44th park in the United States and only the 64th park in the world with the designation.
James River State Park being named an International Dark Sky Park by the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA).

A Spy Camp Named Eagle's Nest

By Callie MorganPosted March 19, 2019
Did you know Boyd's Hole was once home to a Civil War Spy Camp led by Thomas Conrad Nelson?
Looking up river at Boyd

6 Best Beginner Kayaking Locations in Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted March 18, 2019
If you want to learn to kayak this spring, there's no better place than at a Virginia State Park. And we've even got the kayaks, paddles, life-jackets and guides to help you along. This is a fun activity for all ages.
Paddle the Potomac from Westmoreland State Park

An Eastern Shore Getaway to One of Virginia's Most Iconic Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted March 15, 2019
Along with camping, lodges and yurts, we thought it'd be fun to highlight one of the newer cabins at Kiptopeke State Park.
Cabin C was beautiful inside and out at Kiptopeke State Park on Virginia

Bluebirds at Sky Meadows State Park

By Ryan SelovePosted March 13, 2019
Learn about the collaborative efforts of Sky Meadows State Park and Virginia Master Naturalists to foster and preserve a thriving population of bluebirds.
Female Eastern Bluebird at Sky Meadows State Park, Virginia

Camping Simply Homemade: The Fire Kiss

By Guest BloggerPosted March 11, 2019
Former Girl Scout leader and avid park goer shares camping hacks to try on your next visit to a Virginia State Park, in this first episode of Camping Simply Homemade.
Use one of these homemade fire starters, fire kisses for a roaring fire at a campsite at Virginia State Parks

Wintering Waterfowl at False Cape

By Guest BloggerPosted March 08, 2019
During winter migration, Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park are a bird-watchers dream.
Winter visitors: Snow geese at False Cape and Back Bay NWR

Why Kids Love Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted March 06, 2019
There isn't enough paper in the world to contain the stories of the fun found over the generations at Virginia State Parks. Don't just take our word for it, find out for yourself why kids love Virginia State Parks.
We love to explore Virginia State Parks (Spillway at Douthat State Park)

How to Visit a Virginia State Park for Free

By Shellie AnnePosted March 01, 2019
Find out how you and your whole family can visit a state park for free.
Your next visit to a Virginia State Park could start at the library

Spend Your Summer Outdoors: A Full Experience

By Guest BloggerPosted February 28, 2019
Learn how one volunteer in the Americorps program found a whole new perspective and career path in the great outdoors and state parks.
Joseph presenting during his term as a VSCC Interpretive Trail Member


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