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Dear Virginia State Park Guests
Posted September 23, 2020
Ranger Rachel shares the joy of working for Virginia State Parks and Natural Tunnel State Park.
When the wind blows - our severe weather policy
Posted 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.
Museum collection preserves area's African American history
Posted July 23, 2020
The Jessie Zander Collection of documents and photographs provides a valuable look at the African-American history of Wise County.
Art with Dart Part 3
Posted May 01, 2020
Terrestrial turtles are happy digging in the dirt and leaves found under the trees.
Backyard birding – bird identification tips
Posted April 30, 2020
Being able to identify the birds makes birding more exciting.
Art with Dart Pt. 2
Posted April 22, 2020
Dart is teaching us more about the eastern box turtle and showing us how to paint with "worms".
The Elegant Redbud
Posted April 15, 2020
Look for the pink blooms of the Eastern Redbud that help welcome spring.
Backyard birding - feeding tips
Posted April 14, 2020
Using the correct birdfeeders will help attract a variety of birds.