In this addition we talk to Nancy Heltman, state parks operations director, about the Youth Conservation Corps and their efforts to create quality youth initiatives.

A new program has been developed to encourage membership on Virginia Outdoors.com and with the Virginia Association for Parks.

On Father’s Day, Sunday, June 20, 2010, ten families from across the state of VA brought one of their most precious assets, their daughters, to Hungry Mother State Park.

Take a walk on the wild side this 4th of July and enjoy America's beautiful outdoors!!

First Landing State Park is a truly unique camping destination.  It is a 2,888 acre natural area set within the coastal urban area of Virginia Beach.

Surprises come in all different packages, this particular day the surprise came wrapped in bright blue eyes and a sweet smile!

As you may know, the State Parks Division is part of a larger agency, the Department of Conservation and Recreation.

We are delighted to report that President Obama and all 50 of America's governors have proclaimed June as Great Outdoors Month!

Join in the fun with families, friends and communities for the sixth annual Great American Backyard Campout on Saturday, June 26, hosted by Hungry Mother State Park, Marion, VA.

Are you looking for activities to keep the kids busy this summer?  The park naturalist at Pocahontas State Park has the perfect solution to every Mom’s dilemma on how to keep the kids occupied during summer break.