Winter is a great time for birding in Virginia. Participate in the Christmas Bird Count or simply go looking for winter wildlife on your own. Find out which Virginia birds you should be on the look out for this time of year.

Looking for the best places to stargaze in Virginia State Parks? A good place to start is to visit one of our four state parks that are designated as International Dark Sky Parks. Let us give you tips to make it a great experience!

I’m part of a hiking group called Virginia Backpacking and I’m always looking for new opportunities to share with others. I've recently discovered that Belle Isle State Park offers a great winter backpacking experience.