


LISTEN: The Business of Adventure podcast
Is our region taking advantage of their outdoor recreation economy? April Peterson gives a step by step guide for communities to harness the power of the outdoors!

Pets in Virginia State Parks
Bring your pet along when you visit a Virginia State Park. Pets are welcome on trails, at campsites and in cabins. Just remember to keep them leashed outdoors – it’s required.

WATCH: Cliff Swallows return to the Chatham Bridge
Shortly before it closed to traffic in 2020, VDOT relocated 120 cliff swallow nestlings

LISTEN: Town Talk/American Canoe Association
Kelsey Bracewell talks about the Fredericksburg-based organization and safety on the water.

LISTEN: Town Talk/Summer Adventures
April and Keith Peterson of River Rock Outfitter talk about where to spend your free time this summer. With high gas prices how about places like Motts, Caledon..

Summer boating reminder from Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources
No matter where you boat–from large lakes and rivers to small farm ponds—wearing a life jacket and staying sober are essential for safety!

Be safe out there!
While enjoying the outdoors this holiday weekend, be sure to Know Before You Go! Learn the seven principles of Leave No Trace.

Summer fun and safety: Beware of boat dock dangers
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative has a few tips to keep in mind when near boat docks.

Are you up for the challenge of Trail Quest?
You’ll earn five pins. Get one for your first park visit and others after visiting 5, 10, 20 and all parks.

Paddlers must portage on the Rappahannock River at I-95 bridges thru early next year
Project contractor widened and improved portage path for river users to safely navigate around bridge construction for I-95 Northbound Rappahannock River Crossing Project

Clean the Bay Day and National Trails Day are on June 4
Here’s a list of what’s happening

Free Fishing Days in Virginia State Parks this weekend!
Here’s a list of what’s taking place

WATCH: Rock the River returns next weekend
Rock the River is June 4th at Old Mill Park. We talked about the Rappahannock with Kelsey Bracewell of the American Canoe Association.

WATCH: Celebrating Riverfront Park downtown
City Parks, Recreation and Events Director Todd Brown at the ribbon cutting for the Sophia Street Park says there’s a lot to like about the new Fredericksburg destination.

WATCH: Making the river part of downtown Fredericksburg
Mayor Mary Katherine Greenlaw and former Councilman George Solley talk about what the new Riverfront Park means for Fredericksburg.

PHOTOS: The river as a classroom
Prince William Fire and Rescue spent several days practicing rescue techniques on the Rappahannock River along Riverside Drive in Fredericksburg.

WATCH: They’re here! Otters spread around town
Fredericksburg is Otter-Ly Amazing. It’s now official as bronze otters are scattered around downtown.

LISTEN: Town Talk/Rappahannock River Safety
Do’s and don’ts on the water

National Kids to Parks Day. Events planned locally
Events planned at Lake Anna, Widewater and Westmoreland