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Birdie the turtle moves into a new tank

By Laura SchliesskePosted September 25, 2023
Have you heard the word? Birdie is the word(ie.) A turtle named Birdie, long-time resident of the Visitor Center at Sky Meadows State Park, has recently moved into a new and improved habitat after close to 15 years at the park.
Close-up of a turtle

Birds of Prey at Sky Meadows State Park

By Laura SchliesskePosted August 10, 2020
Sky Meadows State Park is known for its vast variety of birds and wildlife, including beautiful birds of prey known as raptors.
Volunteers working at the park

Experience Sky Meadows State Park’s Sensory Explorers’ Trail

By Guest BloggerPosted September 14, 2019
The new Sensory Explorers' Trail at Sky Meadows State Park is full of learning opportunities and enjoyment for all park visitors, with special adaptations for the visually, hearing and mobility impaired visitors.
No matter your age or ability, connect your senses to nature with Sky Meadows’ newest trail, the Sensory Explorers’ Trail.

Bluebirds at Sky Meadows State Park

By Ryan SelovePosted March 13, 2019
Learn about the collaborative efforts of Sky Meadows State Park and Virginia Master Naturalists to foster and preserve a thriving population of bluebirds.
Female Eastern Bluebird at Sky Meadows State Park, Virginia

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