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Two of the Best Spring Drives in Virginia
Posted March 09, 2020
There is nothing like spring in Virginia, you can't go wrong in any direction you choose, but here are two favorite drives with amazing scenery along the way.
Stories from the Trail: The Austins, Lead, and the Father of Texas
Posted March 05, 2020
It was through this small town in Southwest Virginia that fortunes were made, dreams became reality, and history was born. Virginia and Texas may be great distances away, but they will forever be connected.Â
Jack the Border Collie at Grayson Highlands State Park
Posted March 04, 2020
Jack's back and this time running at Grayson Highlands with his pawrents. They also have some good advice for other dogs and their pawrents.
Make it a day ON, not a day off! Volunteering in Virginia State Parks
Posted February 27, 2020
Volunteering in a Virginia State Park is both challenging as well as rewarding.
Thinking Outside the Box
Posted February 08, 2020
Friends of Smith Mountain Lake State Park members continually think "outside of the box" in order to improve the park.
Jack the Border Collie at Fairy Stone State Park
Posted February 06, 2020
Jack is a trail runner and he wants to share his reviews of some of our State Park trails.
Is There Glamping at Virginia State Parks? How About a Yurt
Posted January 25, 2020
Experience the park from a new perspective when you stay in a Virginia State Park Yurt.
5 Reasons to visit Twin Lakes this Winter
Posted December 23, 2019
Whether you're looking for a little solitude or a new perspective, winter is a great time to rediscover Twin Lakes.
Take Time to Experience All that Our Parks Have to Offer
Posted December 17, 2019
It can be easy to miss all that Virginia State Parks have to offer.
My Adventure to Western Virginia State Parks
Posted December 07, 2019
A brief note about my trip to the mountains.