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4 Parks for Leaf Peeping in Coastal Virginia
Posted September 18, 2020
With 41 Virginia State Parks it may be hard to decide which park to choose to see the fall foliage. Here are four favorite parks for fall foliage that aren't too far if you live in Tidewater Virginia.
Epic Fall Road Trip
Posted September 18, 2020
There is no place like Virginia in the fall. If you love leaves, you'll want to check out my favorite leaf peeping road trip that even includes a spectacular waterfall and stops at some unique historic sites.
5 Parks Known For Their Fantastic Fall Foliage
Posted September 18, 2020
Everyone loves the change in seasons, and we can't get enough of it at Virginia State Parks.
The Purpose Of The Tall Grass
Posted September 14, 2020
Have you ever seen a patch of overgrown grass at one of our parks and wondered why? It's efficient for a multitude of reasons.
How to attract birds to your backyard with native plants
Posted June 17, 2020
Native plants are easier to grow and meet the natural needs of the other plants and animals in the area.
Backyard birding – bird identification tips
Posted April 30, 2020
Being able to identify the birds makes birding more exciting.
Wildflowers – You Can Learn to ID in Your Own Backyard
Posted April 24, 2020
As the weather warms and our lawns become greener, we can't help but notice all the small wildflowers blooming among the blades.
The Elegant Redbud
Posted April 15, 2020
Look for the pink blooms of the Eastern Redbud that help welcome spring.