Virginia's oldest fossil can be found at James River State Park and is easy to identify.

Birds need shelter and we can help provide it.

Look for the pink blooms of the Eastern Redbud that help welcome spring.

We are bringing Art with Dart to you at home.

Using the correct birdfeeders will help attract a variety of birds.

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.

Joseph Martin played an instrumental role in the westward movement.

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

Backyard birding may be your newest hobby.

Although we miss seeing all of our visitors in person, we thought you might like to take a little tour of our current temporary exhibit.

Along the trail lies a community that has seen the bones of our nation come to life. Step into New River Trail State Park and experience history throughout the ages.

Relax and explore the tranquil Paradise Garden at Chippokes State Park

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.

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.

It was through this small town in Southwest Virginia that fortunes were made, dreams became reality, and history was born. Virginia and Texas may be great distances away, but they will forever be connected. 

Jack's back and this time running at Grayson Highlands with his pawrents. They also have some good advice for other dogs and their pawrents.

Volunteering in a Virginia State Park is both challenging as well as rewarding.

Friends of Smith Mountain Lake State Park members continually think "outside of the box" in order to improve the park.