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First B.A.R.K. Ranger Ambassador Percy models the principles at Machicomoco State Park

By Kammie LeePosted June 05, 2025
The B.A.R.K. Ranger program is a self-guided activity that encourages visitors to safely explore parks while protecting the natural environment. Learn about Machicomoco's first ambassador, Percy.
The Machicomoco dog tag

10 Cool Things for Kids to Do This Summer: Teens

By Christen McKeyPosted June 04, 2025
School break and graduation are here, so let's find some cool things for young adults to do this summer at Virginia State Parks. This is part 2 and we'll explore fun stuff to do for teens, age 13-18.
Stand-up paddleboarding at Lake Anna State Park

Celebrate National Trails Day by giving back to the trails at Sky Meadows State Park

By Laura SchliesskePosted June 03, 2025
This year, National Trails Day will be celebrated across the country on June 7. We at Sky Meadows State Park are proud to take part by providing you with the opportunity to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty improving one of our trails.
A group of ten people of various ages, genders and races working together to dig a large rock out of the ground.

6 trails less traveled

By Christen McKeyPosted June 03, 2025
Add these six less-traveled trails to your weekday plans for a peaceful outdoor adventure at Virginia State Parks.
Bushey Point Trail at Leesylvania State Park

Ultimate Father's Day Gift: Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted June 02, 2025
Give dad the ultimate gift, time spent together outdoors. At Virginia State Parks, we have great events happening Father's Day weekend to take advantage of!
Hiking

Tapping for syrup at Clinch River State Park

By Starr AndersonPosted June 02, 2025
Over the winter, Clinch River State Park and community partners took to the woods to tap trees on Sugar Hill to produce syrup. The tapping event was more than just a sweet endeavor, it was the first to take place on Sugar Hill in roughly 70 years.
Sugar Hill

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