 There's a whole lot of training going on
Nancy Heltman, Visitor Services Manager
Virginia State Parks training is now organized under a new umbrella - the Virginia State Parks Ranger Academy.
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 At Your Fingertips
Gary Waugh, DCR, PR Manager
The new Virginia State Parks app puts all that our state parks have to offer at your fingertips.
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 Virginia State Parks sets overnight visitation record in 2011
Jim Meisner Jr., Public Relations Specialist
Virginia State Parks announces 2011 attendance with record overnight and near record total attendance.
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 Care Packages for Soldiers
Sarah Percival, Chief Ranger Leesylvania State Park
On January 14th, Leesylvania State Park held an event to make care packages for soldiers to show our appreciation for all that they do.
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 Winter Wildlife Festival in Virginia Beach January 27-29, 2012
Staci R. Martin
First Landing and False Cape State Park are participating in the Virginia Beach Winter Wildlife Festival.
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 Look Who Parked Next to Me!
Tom Cervenak, Marketing Manager
"While working the Ohio RV Super Show in Cleveland, Ohio, I had a bit of a surprise when I got out of my car." - Tom C.
Come out for the RV Show Jan 13-15 in Chantilly @ the Dulles Expo Center 4320 Chantilly Shopping Center Chantilly, VA 20153
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 Add us to your fun list!
Shellie Anne
If you have never been to a Virginia State Park, I hope this "photos only" article will entice you, you don't know what you are missing! 2012 is the year to have some fun and laugh again.
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 Winter is Still a Great Time to Get Outside!
Shellie Anne
Throw on a coat and gloves and get outside, don't let the colder temps scare you away! Invite your neighbors, friends or relatives along! It is always time to party at Virginia State Parks.
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 First Day Hikes and Contest Winners
Nancy Heltman, Visitor Services Manager
January 1, 2012 started with First Day Hikes in all Virginia State Parks as part of a national program from America's State Parks. We held a contest for participants with the grand prize a week cabin stay. The winners are announced here.
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 What does 2012 have in store for you?
Shellie Anne
2012 is here! What plans have you made to visit your favorite Virginia State Park or try a new one? Relax, we're here for you. We are all the distraction you could ever need!
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 Occoneechee State Park Cuts Ribbon on New Marina
Pat Eastwood
Mild temperatures and blue skies in Southern Virginia made for a pleasant day by the lake as officials gathered for Occoneechee State Park Marina ribbon-cutting.
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 First Day Hike: A Moose is on the Loose
Tom Cervenak, Marketing Manager
A movement is sweeping the nation called “The First Day Hike,” encouraging everyone to get out and start the year off healthy by taking a hike on New Year’s Day.
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 All Virginia State Parks Offer First Day Hikes on January 1
Nancy Heltman
Start the new year right with a First Day Hike in any of our parks and have a chance to win a week stay in a Virginia State Park cabin.
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 Sneak a Peek at Middle Peninsula State Park
Staci R. Martin
Middle Peninsula State Park is slated to open in a few years. Several staff members visited the area for a sneak peek.
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 I am a Certified Citizen Scientist!
Shellie Anne
A newly Certified Virginia Master Naturalist shares her love of the program in case you are interested in something new in 2012.
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 Visitor Experience Planning at Holliday Lake State Park
Sarah Lankford
Planning to enhance the visitor's experience at Holliday Lake State Park
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 No Regrets!
Shellie Anne
No Buyers Remorse when you visit a Virginia State Park. Give this experience to your family, you will never regret it!
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 Events Search
Shellie Anne
How to find an event at your favorite State Park using the Virginia State Parks website and other social media tools.
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 Va. Beach family wins new camper in Virginia State Parks 75th anniversary contest
Jim Meisner, Jr. Public Relations Specialist
An official press release of the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation December 9, 2011 "Va. Beach family wins new camper in Virginia State Parks 75th anniversary contest" by Jim Meisner, Jr. Public Relations Specialist
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 What's Outside in Virginia?
Shellie Anne
There are over 8 million citizens now dwelling in the Commonwealth of Virginia, it is fascinating to see how much public land is available for us to enjoy.
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