From the State Forestry Department

Frequent Rappahannock River user Chris Muldrow joins the podcast on the river for a wide-ranging discussion about recreation on the river.

Tree Fredericksburg volunteers–including City School Superintendent Dr. Marci Catlett–planted 51 trees Saturday morning at Hugh Mercer Elementary School. The trees were native, mainly oak.

Anne Little of Tree Fredericksburg says birds depend on them. And about those leaves on your yard in the fall, she says leave the leaves.

Packaged as bare-root seedlings, trees can be picked up from the Augusta Nursery or delivered between Feb. 22 and April 26, 2023.

Leading source of wildfires in Virginia: Burning yard debris

From Virginia State Parks

From the Virginia Department of Forestry

The leaves are beginning to turn

Join us as we talk to a local hiker, Katie Jones, as she provides us her favorite ways to explore local trails.

In the annual Fall Foliage Report you’ll find information about leaf color changes that participating parks share each week in October.

Free parking, special programs and volunteer events planned

Rich Larochelle and Sarah Perry talk about some of the outdoor programs going on at Downtown Greens AND about the effort to raise $750,000 dollars to complete the purchase of 56 acres in the city.

Nowadays more places are accepting of pups traveling with their owners. Do you feel guilty leaving your pup behind when headed out on an adventure?

Drop off your acorns anytime before Oct. 14

Short and long scenic walks are available; all strolls are a great way to connect with nature and the family.

Experienced hikers know the importance of being prepared for any scenario. Do you know what to expect when the unexpected happens on trail?

Spraying took place in some neighborhoods Wednesday night

Your help is needed! Here’s how!

Throughout Virginia’s history, rivers have played a key role, from the ancient and meandering New River to the headwaters of the Rappahannock River and the expansive estuaries of the Potomac.