The real title of this article is "Invasive Alien Plant Species of Virginia." But in my head swirled a dozen humorous scenarios about
A Closer Look: a Visit to Three Virginia State Parks in Central VA
The News and Advance visit three popular Virginia State Parks closest to Lynchburg. A closer look: James River State Park 1,500 acres of
Introducing a New Activity: Going Outside
The New Yorker Magazine has an article titled "JUST IN TIME FOR SPRING" by Ellis Weiner. ABSTRACT: SHOUTS & MURMURS about a new
Ready For The Summer
The new season has begun and thanks to knowledgeable staff and our co-workers at Douthat, we are ready and eager to serve our guests this summer and
Michelle Nixon and Drive Return to Belle Isle State Park
The long awaited return of Michelle Nixon and Drive to the Friends of Belle Isle Music by the River is finally here. On Saturday, August 13, Michelle
A weekend especially for women
The kids are going back to back to school and the summer is nearing an end. We go to bed late and get up early to try to get it all done. As women, we
Challenge yourself to our newest trail race, for runners only
The Howlin' Coyote 10k is Caledon State Park's first ever trail race, happening September 29, 2012 starting at 9:30 a.m.! With wide rock
Winter Wreath Workshop
The holiday season is here and it's time to start thinking about decorating your home for this festive time of year. Have you ever thought of
Ready to be Rocked and Reggaed?
The greatest living exponents of Jamaica’s reggae tradition, the Pocahontas State Park’s Heritage Amphitheater on Thursday, June 21, 2012.