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Youngest Master Hiker to complete Trail Quest

By Kim WellsPosted July 19, 2023
At only 4 months old, Ezra Hernandez is the youngest person to earn his Master Hiker certificate for completing the Trail Quest Program. His mother Kaylee used her maternity leave to bond with her newborn son through outdoor experiences together.
Kaylee and Ezra with park staff and certificates

When the wind blows - our severe weather policy

By Nancy HeltmanPosted July 31, 2020
Your safety is our utmost priority, it's hurricane season, so let's be prudent and cautious and take the time to explain one of the less pleasant decisions we have to make - when and how to decide to close a park for severe weather.
Downed trees and limbs are of particular threats in a high wind storm

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.

Parking for overnight backpacking at Grayson Highlands

By Amy AtwoodPosted October 28, 2019
Grayson Highlands is feeling the love of popularity of its trails.
Grayson Highlands State Park serves as a gateway to the Appalachian Trail.

Top 5 Ways History Flows at Pocahontas State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted May 06, 2019
Our history may not be as visible as other parks, but guests will be surprised by the history that hides in plain sight.
 Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) Field - This location hosted the CCC’s camp that consisted of 23 buildings including their barracks, mess hall, and a boxing ring at Pocahontas State Park, Virginia

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