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”
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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”
Metro Richmond Zoo
We love the zoo especially the Metro Richmond Zoo. It is smaller than the DC Zoo but has a lot to offer. Our favorite part is feeding the giraffes and the other animals. Oh, and feeding the budgies is a must. Make sure to purchase animal food and budgie sticks at the gift store whenContinue reading “Metro Richmond Zoo”
Neabsco Creek Boardwalk
Neabsco Creek Boardwalk opened in June 2019 and traverses Neabsco Creek. It allows hikers access to wetlands where the tall grasses and marsh filter pollution from the river and provide a rich habitat for great blue herons, wood ducks, mallards, sparrow and red-winged blackbirds, just to name a few of the winged wildlife known toContinue reading “Neabsco Creek Boardwalk”
Widewater State Park
Widewater State Park has fabulous river views. It officially opened up in 2019. It’s on a peninsula where Aquia Creek and the Potomac River meet. At Widewater, you are able to access both bodies of water. (Updated May 2022) Once you leave the main highway, you will drive for what seems like an eternity. You’llContinue reading “Widewater State Park”
Wegmans Passport to Family Wellness
The “Passport to Family Wellness” is a program that Wegmans created in partnershipwith many of its location communities to encourage healthy lifestyles. This program encourages use of community trails where users can receive various prizes for completing tasks. It’s free and easy – just download and print the free pocket-sized passport today! Visit one of theContinue reading “Wegmans Passport to Family Wellness”
The Road Scholar Scavenger Hunt
We were excited when we read about this scavenger hunt as we love spending time in downtown Fredericksburg. You can find all of the below information online or on the scavenger hunt guide from the Fredericksburg Visitor Center. The Road Scholar has gone missing! He helps Fredericksburg stay informed on the best ways to travel, work,Continue reading “The Road Scholar Scavenger Hunt”
Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens
“Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden offers year-round beauty on a historic property with more than 50 acres of spectacular gardens, dining, and shopping. A classical domed Conservatory is the only one of its kind in the mid-Atlantic. More than a dozen themed gardens include a Children’s Garden, Rose Garden, Asian Valley and Cherry Tree Walk. Pathways willContinue reading “Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens”