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Why I AmeriCorps? Part 2

By Guest BloggerPosted November 15, 2020
Continue this journey with an AmeriCorps member as we learn more about their work.
Kindra having fun on an interpretive program

Why I AmeriCorps? Part 1

By Guest BloggerPosted November 14, 2020
Step into the shoes of an AmeriCorps member and see what the experience is like.
Hiking boots ready to hit the trail!

Why You Need to Add This Park to Your Must-Visit List!

By Shellie AnnePosted November 13, 2020
Explore what makes Staunton River State Park a must on your visit list.
Gorgeous fall sunrise over the Staunton River

Don't Get Lost in the Woods
.... Unless You Want To

By Nancy HeltmanPosted October 08, 2020
New Virginia State Parks maps use GPS technology and the Avenza Map app to help with way-finding.
Enjoy the hike!

6 More Favorite Fall Camping Spots at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted September 24, 2020
Fall camping is the best, the parks are less crowded, the temperatures are cooling off and the scenery can't be beat. Let's explore some favorite camping spots at Virginia State Parks.
Friends and family making memories outside = priceless

6 Favorite Fall Camping Spots at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted September 24, 2020
When the temperatures drop it signals the perfect time for camping in my book. If you're like me, we love to say bye bye to the heat of summer, the insect repellent and sunscreen.
Overlooking the dock and Lakeside Campground at Douthat State Park, va

Dear Virginia State Park Guests

By Guest BloggerPosted September 23, 2020
Ranger Rachel shares the joy of working for Virginia State Parks and Natural Tunnel State Park.
Ranger Rachel

4 Parks for Leaf Peeping in Tidewater Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted September 18, 2020
With over three dozen Virginia State Parks it may be hard to decide which park to choose to see the fall foliage. Here are four favorite parks for fall foliage that aren't too far if you live in Tidewater Virginia.
Park roads are some of the prettiest drives around, like this one at Leesylvania State Park, Va

5 Great Fall Getaways to Start Planning Now: Piedmont

By Shellie AnnePosted September 18, 2020
These amazing fall getaways include incredible nearby attractions like breweries, wineries and unique historic sites to explore.
Cabins are in a wooded location along the shores of Buggs Island Lake at Occoneechee State Park, Va

Epic Fall Road Trip

By Shellie AnnePosted September 18, 2020
There is no place like Virginia in the fall. If you love leaves, you'll want to check out my favorite leaf peeping road trip that even includes a spectacular waterfall and stops at some unique historic sites.
Head to the mountains this fall, you

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