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State Forestry Department ‘Throwing Shade Va’ program increases to 13 nursery locations
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LISTEN: The Business of Adventure podcast
We invite Dan Craddock, owner of Metro Nova Creative, to discuss the popularity of thrifting, the outdoor industries embrace of consignment, and the work to brand Re-Boot as a program at River Rock Outfitter.
PHOTOS: Strolling around history
Outside on a mild afternoon. Parking areas were filled aound the Spotsylvania Battlefield-Fredericksburg and Spotsylvania National Military Park.
PHOTOS: Late winter on the Dahlgren Railroad Heritage Trail
Off of Indiantown Road in King George
Officials seek public input on future of Lake Anna State Park
Lake Anna State Park recorded a total attendance of 176,406 visitors in 2023.  Â
4pm burn law goes into effect Thursday
Statewide 4 p.m. burning law in effect Feb. 15 through April 30
Participate in the Great Backyard Bird Count at Caledon or Mason Neck
Join people all over the world to count and identify birds for science
WATCH: It’s not spring, but it feels like it!
Using the unseasonably warm February temps!
LISTEN: Business of Adventure podcast
We invite Chris Muldrow on the show to discuss the EXPLORE Act. This is exciting new legislation that promises improved park technologies, updated campsites, streamlined permitting..and much more!
LISTEN: Town Talk/Fredericksburg Area Running Club
Vic Culp and Brian Pessolano talk about the history and current events/activities available. It’s FARC’s 30th anniversary. We look back and ahead.  runfarc.com
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We invite Chris Muldrow and Keith Peterson on the show to discuss their favorite layering tips. If you’re finding the cold unbearable then this is the episode for you!
Photos: Wintry Monday morning at Fairview Beach in King George
Photos courtesy Lenore Halkowich.
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WATCH: Director of Wildlife Center of Virginia retiring
Ed Clark has been invovled in a number of animal releases around here over the years
PHOTOS: Virginia State Parks First Day Hikes
Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania
First Day Hikes at Virginia State Parks
Make plans to get out on Monday!
WATCH: Annual Audubon Bird Count in Fredericksburg on Sunday
Anne Little says it provides a snapshot of the local bird population. She says the bigger picture can show impacts of global warming and the reduction of trees.
2023 Grand Basin Clean Water Farm Award winners announced
Farms honored for exceptional soil and water conservation practices
PHOTOS: Gary!
It’s always a good day when you see Gary!
Opt Outside at a Virginia State Park on Thanksgiving weekend
Park guests of all ages can indulge in self-guided and ranger-led activities to create wonderful and lasting Thanksgiving memories.
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