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Mosquito Fish: Natural Pest Control

By John GreshamPosted May 15, 2025
The mosquito fish is a native and natural means of controlling pesky mosquitoes. They are also related to popular aquarium pets.
Caught mosquito fish

Virginia birds in The 12 Days of Christmas

By Haley RodgersPosted December 19, 2024
Winter is a great time for birding in Virginia. Participate in the Christmas Bird Count or simply go looking for winter wildlife on your own. Find out which Virginia birds you should be on the look out for this time of year.
A medium size bird on a dead tree, surrounded by pine trees. It

Rehabilitated Bald Eagle #24-0336 released at Kiptopeke State Park

By Kim WellsPosted September 04, 2024
After rehabilitation at the Wildlife Center of Virginia, a female Bald Eagle was released at Kiptopeke State Park. Kiptopeke State Park is the perfect location based on where the bird was found and where it will thrive once released.
KP in the fall

Birds nesting in unexpected spots at Machicomoco State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted July 10, 2024
Machicomoco State Park provides the perfect location for birding. AmeriCorps member Grayson Nelson shares his experience seeing birds and their nests in unexpected places at the park.
Eastern Bluebird. Photo courtesy of Cornell Lab

Virginia State Park Rangers Going Above and Beyond

By Haley RodgersPosted August 11, 2022
Enjoy five short stories about Virginia State Park rangers who deserve a shout out for going above and beyond at Sailor’s Creek Battlefield, Hungry Mother, Wilderness Road, Westmoreland, and Fairy Stone State Parks.
A collage of pictures, the far left picture is of Ranger Lee Wilcox in his uniform smiling, top right is of the Hillsman House at sunset, and bottom two right are indoor Hillsman House shots.

Two Unforgettable Experiences All Within an Hour of Williamsburg

By Shellie AnnePosted May 03, 2022
Two parks just a short drive from the Williamsburg area, offering hours of family fun, outside.
A nice composition of the sandy shoreline of the river at York River State Park, Virginia

Wildlife Surviving Winter

By Guest BloggerPosted January 11, 2022
Have you ever wondered how our favorite little creatures survive winter in the wild? Guest blogger Monica shares her findings with us and invites you to Virginia State Parks to learn more.
Chipmunk searching for food

Exploring the Winter Wildlife

By Guest BloggerPosted December 08, 2020
Guest Blogger Monica Hoel shares some tips and tricks on how to spot wildlife in the colder months.
Squirrels breath

Meet the Marsh: Creatures and Critters

By John GreshamPosted September 09, 2020
Let's discover the fish, mammals, and reptiles of the estuarine marshes.
Muskrat in the marsh

Visiting Grayson Highlands, It's Not Just a Walk in the Park

By Kara AsbothPosted July 22, 2020
Grayson Highlands State Park is not your typical walk in the park, due to high altitudes, weather conditions and not being prepared.
Sunrise at Grayson Highlands

How to attract birds to your backyard with native plants

By Jessica BowserPosted June 17, 2020
Native plants are easier to grow and meet the natural needs of the other plants and animals in the area.
Butterfly weed helps sustain insects and animals

Wobblers

By Guest BloggerPosted May 23, 2020
Warblers, colorful songbirds.
Yellow-Rumped Warbler

Art with Dart Part 3

By Katharine LipscombPosted May 01, 2020
Terrestrial turtles are happy digging in the dirt and leaves found under the trees.
Not all turtles live in the water

Backyard birding – bird identification tips

By Jessica BowserPosted April 30, 2020
Being able to identify the birds makes birding more exciting.
Birding is a great way to get to know the birds that live around you.

Art with Dart Pt.1

By Katharine LipscombPosted April 15, 2020
We are bringing Art with Dart to you at home.
Meet Dart an Eastern Box Turtle

Backyard birding - feeding tips

By Jessica BowserPosted April 14, 2020
Using the correct birdfeeders will help attract a variety of birds.
Squirrels are always looking for an easy meal.

Peepers Enjoy Singing in the Choir

By Guest BloggerPosted April 14, 2020
Listen to the choir sing, nature's choir that is
Eastern American Toad

Welcoming Spring with color

By Amy AtwoodPosted March 28, 2020
Do you know the difference between native plants and invasive plants?
Native plants are important for wildlife.

Camping with Cats

By Jessica BowserPosted March 09, 2020
Adventuring with a furry companion has been the domain of dog owners but those of us who are owned by cats don’t need to leave our feline friends at home.
Cabins are pet friendly

5 Reasons to Visit Chippokes State Park

By Brenna GeraghtyPosted June 02, 2019
As if you need more reasons to visit Chippokes State Park, here are five of our favorites.
Tour the historic Jones-Stewart Mansion and discover some of the secrets this 150 year old brick house holds.


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