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Shellie Anne

Shellie Anne

I'm the blog editor for Virginia State Parks, and part of the marketing team as one of the social media marketers. But I don’t just work for Virginia State Parks, I love them.

From the time I baited my first squirming worm on a hook and reeled in my first bluegill as a little girl, to looking back and fondly recalling the sound of our daughters giggling around an open fire, roasting marshmallows for s’mores. Almost all of my favorite memories have been made at the parks, outside.

At the end of my life I don’t want to look back and say I spent it all inside, or lived vicariously online, I want to claim those Kodak moments in real time.

As one of the Facebook team, I enjoy interacting with you, Park'rs in real time. When you discuss specific parks, I feel I have the experience as an avid park visitor (mom, wife, and now grandma) myself to understand where you’re coming from.

I'm grateful to my Dad who took every opportunity to get us outdoors growing up; from Dad I learned a respect and appreciation for nature, and to never take it for granted.

As an adult I adopted a conservation attitude and lifestyle, and in 2012 became a Virginia Master Naturalist, and it is from these experiences I write.

Back at home, when I’m not enjoying my job at Virginia State Parks, I am busy hiking and exploring other natural areas in search of awesome scenery and wildlife with my husband Tony, our dog and a sturdy zoom lens.

I hope to see you outside soon, life happens out there ...

 


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5 Photos of Virginia That Make You Excited It's Fall

By Shellie AnnePosted October 02, 2019
Fall is a spectacular time to visit a Virginia State Park, we don't need to tell you, it's better if we show you.
A quiet walk in the woods with crisp leaves underfoot is an ideal way to celebrate fall

4 Lakes That'll Knock Your Socks Off This Fall at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted September 12, 2019
It's never too early to plan that fall getaway. Here are four lakes we know you'll love this fall at Virginia State Parks.
Pick up a paddle and experience the leaves from the lake at Douthat State Park, Va

Parks for the last splash of summer near Roanoke

By Shellie AnnePosted August 01, 2019
If you're looking for fun in the sun and a way to cool off near Virginia's Blue Ridge, then we have a few parks we know you'll love.
Spend the day relaxing in the warm sun and cooling off in the little lake at Fairy Stone State Park, Va

A Fishing Paradise in the Blue Ridge Foothills

By Shellie AnnePosted October 23, 2018
Smith Mountain Lake is known by many as a fishing paradise, where you can easily catch Striped Bass longer than your arm.
There are two launches side by side at Smith Mountain Lake State Park with plenty of trailer parking

Best places to cool off this summer part 1

By Shellie AnnePosted April 19, 2017
If you are looking for a place to cool off this summer, then you are in luck, we have a couple suggestions and then a couple more after that.
This guarded swimming beach at Smith Mountain Lake State Park is perfect in the hot summertime

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