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How to attract birds to your backyard with native plants

By Jessica BowserPosted June 17, 2020
Native plants are easier to grow and meet the natural needs of the other plants and animals in the area.
Butterfly weed helps sustain insects and animals

Art with Dart Part 3

By Katharine LipscombPosted May 01, 2020
Terrestrial turtles are happy digging in the dirt and leaves found under the trees.
Not all turtles live in the water

Backyard birding – shelters

By Jessica BowserPosted April 17, 2020
Birds need shelter and we can help provide it.
Northern Flicker

The Elegant Redbud

By Guest BloggerPosted April 15, 2020
Look for the pink blooms of the Eastern Redbud that help welcome spring.
The rosy pink flowers that emerge in early spring

Backyard birding - feeding tips

By Jessica BowserPosted April 14, 2020
Using the correct birdfeeders will help attract a variety of birds.
Squirrels are always looking for an easy meal.

From the Frontier

By Amy AtwoodPosted March 31, 2020
Joseph Martin played an instrumental role in the westward movement.
Martin Station plays an important role in American history

Backyard birding – tips to get started

By Jessica BowserPosted March 27, 2020
Backyard birding may be your newest hobby.
Red-bellied Woodpecker can be seen without binoculars

Take Time to Experience All that Our Parks Have to Offer

By Annette BarefordPosted December 17, 2019
It can be easy to miss all that Virginia State Parks have to offer.
2nd Virginia Infantry - Sky Meadows State Park

Top 5 Reasons You'll Love Twin Lakes State Park

By Jodi RhodesPosted July 22, 2019
Swimming, fishing, hiking, boating and lakeside picnicking, camping and cabin stays make this park in the heart of Virginia special.
Connect to Nature at Twin Lakes State Park in central Virginia

5 Reasons to Visit This Hidden Gem on The Potomac

By Callie MorganPosted May 10, 2019
You won't find a better place to escape into nature and history than Caledon State Park.
Bald Eagle Release


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