On February 8, representatives from the Raptor Conservancy of Virginia, led the rescue team which captured “Shirley.” The bird was taken
Puddy Returns Home
On Friday, January 28th at First Landing State Park a harbor seal named Puddy returned to the wild! Puddy became stranded on the beach in the
Richmond’s Peregrine Falcons Get Bands
On June 1st VDGIF biologists attached leg bands to three falcon chicks nesting on a high-rise in downtown Richmond, VA. The bands will allow the
Bluebird Monitoring at Lake Anna State Park
My husband Marty Wright and I became involved with the bluebirds of Lake Anna State Park!
Eager for Spring at Mason Neck State Park
Normally I like to use a background image on my computer that matches the season. Here at Mason Neck State Park, I work indoors most of the time but
Summer Stargazing at Belle Isle State Park
Now is the time of year to grab your telescope and head to the park for a night under the stars. During the summer, you can catch some breathtaking
Wildlife Watching Tips and Tricks
Most of the visitorsat Mason Neck State Park come here hoping to see nature and wildlife. “Where can I see wildlife?” is one of the most
The Many Uses of Cattails
Most people can spot a cattail when they see one in the wild, but did you know that it is actually an edible plant. They usually grow in marshes and
Wildlife Center of Virginia
MSNBC Profiles the Wildlife Center of Virginia. This video from MSNBC features the National Wildlife Federation's Doug Inkley: For other Nature and