Less than an hour west of Richmond and nestled in the heart of Cumberland State Forest, Bear Creek Lake is the perfect getaway for the outdoor
Can you power off?
Leaving us to our own devices takes on new meaning in this digital age. Powering off is what we want to do when we go on vacation, but in reality many
Burning of the Socks: The Tradition Continues
Last year, the York River State Park. The light-hearted tradition of sock burning to celebrate Spring and the boating season began at a yacht
Recovery Rocks Running at York River State Park
Lace up your running shoes and join us for the York River State Park RECOVERY ROCKS 5K on Saturday, August 25, 2012! Runners visit York River all
Katie Shepard Receives Statewide FOCUS for Excellence Outstanding Employee for 2011
Katie Shepard, administrative and office specialist one, at Douthat State Park, has been named Virginia State Park’s Statewide FOCUS for
Finding Articles in Virginia Outdoors
Just a reminder, if you go to the "Virginiaoutdoors.comyou will spawn a page with thumbnails and overview/summary for each article. This may
Looking for ways to cool off?
Just a few words to remind you that Virginia State Parksis holding water and lots of it! From the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Chesapeake Bay, you
Junior Rangers at Belle Isle State Park
Junior Rangers will use all of their senses to explore nature at Belle Isle State Park from July 31 through August 2, 2012. Participants will
A Dog’s Holiday
Junie B here, I wanted to share with you some of the fun I have when I take Mum and Dad to my favorite Virginnie State Park. I am allowed to stay