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Hay Rock Hike: An Appalachian Trail Hike at Carvins Cove Natural Reserve Near Roanoke, Virginia

The Hay Rock hike at Carvins Cove Natural Reserve near Roanoke, Virginia had been on my must-do list for quite

We may not have 14ers in Virginia, but there are more than a few challenging hikes in this state. Thankfully, these

June is Great Outdoors Month and National Camping Month. Lots of us are getting outside, whether hiking, biking, camping or

At an elevation of 5,730 feet, Mount Rogers is the highest point in Virginia. This sought-after peak can be reached

A stop at the Raccoon Branch Campground near Sugar Grove, Virginia allows for a 4.8-mile out-and-back hike that includes the

Merino wool is associated with insulating and maintaining warmth in cold weather. However, you can and should wear merino wool

Tinker Cliffs is one segment of Virginia’s Triple Crown. This hike follows the Andy Layne Trail and Appalachian Trail to

Summer is here, and if you’re eager to get outside, then I have a family getaway in Virginia for you.

The 3,127-acre Lake Anna State Park in Spotsylvania, Virginia has 10 miles of lake frontage, a swimming beach, camping facilities,

Hiking in jeans: is it okay to do? Why is it so controversial? We’ve all done it at least once…

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