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Exercise and the Outdoors

By John GreshamPosted January 04, 2019
Many of you made the trails of a Virginia State Park a part of your New Year's resolution, let's keep that momentum going.
Exercise outside of the gym at York River State Park

An Array of Colors at First Landing State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted December 29, 2018
A morning hike led to this magical discovery in Virginia Beach.
The rainbow swamp at First Landing State Park (image source: Katherine Scott)

Getting to Know Virginia: Shenandoah River State Park Part 1

By Bob Diller and Kevin DivinsPosted December 26, 2018
Time to capture the old farm lanes and scenic meadows along the winding river at Shenandoah River State Park. This is another of Bob and Kevin's fun series as they explore Virginia one park at a time.
It was easy to step into the water to get some great photographs at Shenandoah River State Park in Virginia

A Winter Walk in a Naked Wood

By Guest BloggerPosted December 22, 2018
You are invited to go to the woods. Breathe in the crisp winter air. Beauty, life, and rest await you at Caledon State Park.
A walk in the woods is good medicine - Boyd

Let's Talk Trails: Which Trail Is Right For You?

By Shellie AnnePosted December 21, 2018
We have trails for all ability levels, but which trail is right for you? Let's find out and learn some clever ways to get outside at Virginia State Parks.
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Custom route for a wetland adventure at James River State Park

By Guest BloggerPosted December 20, 2018
Park Manager Andrew Philpot shares why fall and winter hiking are his favorite seasons to get out in the parks to explore.
A view of the flooded and iced over wetland impoundment at James River State Park, Va

Creating New Traditions the Old Way: Grandparenting at a State Park

By Shellie AnnePosted December 07, 2018
I think I just learned why so many grandparents take the grandkids to Virginia State Park cabins, and it wasn't what I thought.
Why Virginia State Parks are important in all of our lives

Visit Hungry Mother in the Between Times and it Might Bring a Surprise

By Guest BloggerPosted November 30, 2018
When leaves all fall at once, it’s a lot like watching a snow storm. What I had never noticed is that when leaves fall one at a time, it’s more like observing snowflakes: each with its own unique flight pattern.
Visit Hungry Mother State Parks during the “between times” when you least expect to be amazed by what you see.

How to Bring Virginia State Parks Home with You

By Bob Diller and Kevin DivinsPosted November 23, 2018
Guest bloggers Bob and Kevin share how you can stop and take a moment to bring Virginia State Parks memory home with you as a photo.
The sun setting over the concrete ships at Kiptopeke State Park and Chesapeake Bay in Virginia

Three Perfect Places to Sit and Relax Outside at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie AnnePosted November 09, 2018
If you're unable to hike to the highest mountain peaks in Virginia, but are looking for a lovely place to sit and take in the great outdoors at a Virginia State Park, then we've got ya covered.
Imagine the peacefulness sitting here overlooking the water at York River State Park, near Williamsburg Virginia


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