They offer ranger-led tours and rental equipment, or just bring your own gear! Check out their upcoming Sunset Paddle Tours:
Have you paddled Westmoreland State Park yet?
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Night Sky Festival coming to Shenandoah National Park
There will be opportunities for stargazing, constellation tours, Junior Ranger activities, and more.
Coming soon! Upper Rappahannock River water trail guide!
New areas of public access in the River
Proper ways to help wildlife–this is a story with a sad ending
From the Blue Ride Wildlife Center
Safety on the water….Did you know life jackets are the law?
From the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources
Explore the wild on the Rappahannock River around Hopyard Landing
Article courtesy Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources
PHOTOS: Saturday morning at Motts Run
A ot of outdoor options in the region.
Protect your pets in this hot weather
From the Virginia Department of Emergency Management
Don’t go on the water without a life jacket
More info: respecttherapp.com
PHOTOS: Hunting Run, Spotsylvania
You don’t have to go far to find quiet and scenic condtions. Hunting Run, Spotsylvania.
WATCH: Water safety info ramps up in the area
Have plans to get out on the water this summer. The American Canoe Association and Respect the Rapp provide all kinds of safety information before you venture out. And it’s free! americancanoe.org respecttherapp.com
PHOTOS: Bird watching at the Ni River Reservoir in Spotsylvania.
An afternoon on the water with nature
Sarah Perry steps down as Executive Director at Downtown Greens
Sarah Perry leaving in September after ten years
Virginia’s Natural Bridge now under state ownership
“Virginia’s state parks got a great anniversary present,” said Dr. Melissa Baker, director of Virginia State Parks.
Five tips for staying safe while hiking or camping
From Virginia State Parks
WATCH: Poetry on the Trail in King George
A conversation with the creator of Poetry on the Trail in King George. Jenna Veazey talks about what you’ll find at the Indiantown Road entrance.
PHOTOS: A quiet morning at Crow’s Nest
Nature on full display in Stafford County
WATCH: A request to City Council–Make Fredericksburg more bike friendly
Fredericksburg resident Jessica Kujala told Cou ncil that her family likes to ride their bikes around the city. But she says away from the bike trails, they don’t always feel safe.
PHOTOS: 41st Great Rappahannock Whitewater Canoe Race
Racers choose from a 5-mile downriver race or a 1-mile sprint!
Wandering Waters–What’s it all about
Article courtesy Virginia State Parks
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