Virginia Screen-Free Week, occurring from April 13-19, 2025, encourages individuals and families to unplug from screens and explore Virginia's state parks.

Get inspired to give back on Earth Day! Virginia State Parks are hosting events across the commonwealth for you to attend.

Ever wonder what activities your kids or grandkids may enjoy during a Virginia State Parks visit? Hattie (age 12) and Cam (age 11) share their favorite experiences over the years. Spoiler alert: there are fun opportunities for all ages!

We asked the first person to complete our Wandering Waters Paddle Quest program to tell us about her experience wandering the waters of 31 Virginia State Parks. For completing the program, Colleen Renderos received her Master Paddler certificate.

Spring break is a great time to get outside and see the returning wildlife. Hike a few trails and see what life is budding outside at a state park.

Do you know what a vernal pool is and what animals live there? Vernal pools are important for some species survival. I highly recommend checking out a Vernal Pool Program at a Virginia State Park to learn more about these pools first-hand.

Camping and hiking are fun recreational activities on any regular day, but do you know how to stay safe when severe weather happens? Here are some safety tips that can help save your life if you encounter bad weather during your travels.

Find out what it's like to attend a star party and why you should plan to attend one at Virginia State Parks. Staunton River State Park is one of our four Dark Sky Parks that host star parties that are out of this world.

Terrestrial turtles are happy digging in the dirt and leaves found under the trees.

Being able to identify the birds makes birding more exciting.

Greeting some old friends that visit each spring!

Dart is teaching us more about the eastern box turtle and showing us how to paint with "worms".

We are bringing Art with Dart to you at home.

Listen to the choir sing, nature's choir that is

Artificial light pollutes our night skies and prevents us from seeing the full sky. Escaping the light can be difficult, but luckily there are several locations where dark skies exist.

Stay connected to nature while maintaining social distancing.

Do you know the difference between native plants and invasive plants?

Backyard birding may be your newest hobby.

Relax and explore the tranquil Paradise Garden at Chippokes State Park

There is nothing like spring in Virginia, you can't go wrong in any direction you choose, but here are two favorite drives with amazing scenery along the way.