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Socially Distant Discoveries

By Guest BloggerPosted April 01, 2020
Stay connected to nature while maintaining social distancing.
Selected area to explore.

Welcoming Spring with color

By Amy AtwoodPosted March 28, 2020
Do you know the difference between native plants and invasive plants?
Native plants are important for wildlife.

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

Two of the Best Spring Drives in Virginia

By Shellie AnnePosted March 09, 2020
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.
The mountains are a-callin

My Adventure to Western Virginia State Parks

By Annette BarefordPosted December 07, 2019
A brief note about my trip to the mountains.
Entrance to Martin Station -WR

Broken Bridge is Broken No More

By Sarah WilkinsonPosted September 24, 2019
A great spot along The Lakeshore Trail for fishing and so much more at Holliday Lake State Park.
Broken Bridge at Holliday Lake State Park.

Top 12 scenic roads of Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted September 01, 2019
Virginia has scenic country roads in aces; here are some of the most beautiful roads in Virginia State Parks.
A part of the famous ride known as the Back of the Dragon at Hungry Mother State Park

10 things to know about pets in Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted July 16, 2019
It's rare to find a state park system anywhere in America that is as pet friendly as Virginia.
Your pets are allowed to visit all of our parks, just follow these basic safety guidelines

The Critters of Natural Bridge

By Guest BloggerPosted June 29, 2019
The magnificent bridge aside, upon closer inspection there's a lot more to see at this fantastic Virginia State Park.
Green herons are also common in Virginia creeks, lakes, and rivers. These chicken-sized birds are well camouflaged and very hard to see in the shadows and underbrush at Natural Bridge State Park

Trails, From a Ranger's Perspective

By Guest BloggerPosted April 04, 2019
Trails are one of the favorites in state parks but they require planning and hard work.
Rhododendron


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