For the last two years Bear Creek Lake State Park has been renovating its trail system with funding provided by the 2002 General Obligation Bond
2010 Gathering in the Gap Songwriting Contest Finalists Announced
For the first time, the Southwest Virginia Museum on May 29, 2010, will include a new Songwriting Contest. The contest represents the spirit and
Tips for Cold Weather Hiking
For many people, the season to enjoy the state parks is over. The thermometer barely hits 50 degrees on a warm day. Snow is in the forecast as early
September is a Great Month to Volunteer
For families with kids, September is the month that re-focuses the family on school and after school programs, putting aside the summer fun and
Happy 40th Birthday Earth Day!
For Earth Day, America's State Parks offer the following birthday card. America's State Parks website makes it easy for you to find a park near
Fishing for the Kids and Clean the Bay Day at Douthat State Park
Fishing for the Kids and Clean the Bay Day is celebrated at Riders Up! Outfitters are sponsoring this angling event for youngsters. Workshops
First Landing State Park Camping – Please Bear With Us
First there was flooding (there are still sites we can't open). When it was clear that the water just wasn't draining off the sites and we took
Moose Goes Camping at Bear Creek Lake State Park
First let me introduce myself, Moose here, a basset hound born & bred in Cumberland County who moved to the big city of Richmond to reign over
Volunteers and Donated Supplies needed for Junior Ranger program at First Landing
First Landing State Park, through a partnership with the Armed Services YMCA and the military's MWR program, is hosting two weeks of Junior Ranger