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LibertyTown Arts Workshop

Address: 916 Liberty St, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Hours: Mon-Thur: 10-6 Fri-Sat: 11-7 Sunday: 11-5 LibertyTown Arts Workshop is a 13,000 square foot gallery with over 40 local craftspeople and artists. Artists create and show right on site in 27+ active studio spaces. There are potters, wood workers, welders, blacksmiths, oil painters, pastel artists, water colorists,Continue reading “LibertyTown Arts Workshop”

Massaponax Creek Trail

Massaponax Creek Trail is a 1.6 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near Fredericksburg, Virginia that offers the chance to see wildlife and is good for all skill levels. The trail roughly follows a well kept disc golf course so keep your eyes open for players. The trail is primarily used for walking and natureContinue reading “Massaponax Creek Trail”

Patriot Park

Patriot Park is a large park located across the street from the Ron Rosner YMCA in Spotsylvania County. It has 6 baseball diamonds, 2 basketball courts, a 3.1 mile fitness trail, 6 multi-purpose fields, and a large playground. The playground is down a hill near all of the soccer fields. Not only does Patriot ParkContinue reading “Patriot Park”

Loriella Park

Loriella Park is a beautiful multi-use park nestled in the woods in Spotsylvania County. The added shade is perfect when the weather gets hot. Loriella Park is also home to one of the finest disc golf courses in the Spotsylvania area. There are also some great wooded walking trails nearby. Address: 10910 Leavells Rd, Fredericksburg,Continue reading “Loriella Park”

Caledon State Park

A National Natural Landmark known for its old growth forest and summer home to many American bald eagles, Caledon attracts bird watchers of all ages. Trails, including Boyd’s Hole Trail, which leads to the Potomac River, are open year-round. A visitor center with bald eagle exhibits, four picnic areas, a picnic shelter and restrooms alsoContinue reading “Caledon State Park”

Leesylvania State Park

Leesylvania is nestled along the tidal shores of the historic Potomac River. Native Americans lived on this land for thousands of years. Capt. John Smith visited the area in 1608 on his voyage of discovery. Listed on the National Register of Historic Landmarks, Leesylvania offers many land and water activities, including hiking, picnicking, fishing andContinue reading “Leesylvania State Park”

Frontier Culture Museum

The Frontier Culture Museum, located in Staunton, Virginia is a living history museum that tells the story of the people who migrated from the Old World to America and the life they created in the Shenandoah Valley. The Museum is made up of original or reproduced examples of traditional buildings from the Old World andContinue reading “Frontier Culture Museum”

Crabtree Falls

I love waterfalls and I love hiking! About a year ago I was researching the best waterfall hikes in VA. Crabtree Falls popped up. Crabtree Falls is one of the tallest sets of waterfalls in the United States east of the Mississippi River. It is located in the George Washington National Forest in Nelson County, Virginia. Well,Continue reading “Crabtree Falls”

Tom Rhodes Tree Carving Trail

A friend first introduced us to this trail in April 2020. It quickly became a favorite. We have shared it with so many friends and families. The drive out to Tappahannock is beautiful, and the enchanted forest is magical. A visit to the Enchanted Forest is not complete without a visit to NN Burger. OctogenarianContinue reading “Tom Rhodes Tree Carving Trail”