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Visit Virginia's Claytor Lake State Park
Tuesday, August 20, 2019 2:00 PM by Casey L. Higgins
Water destinations are ideal for warm seasons for obvious reasons, but they’re also wonderful in
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Visit Virginia's Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Friday, July 12, 2019 5:00 PM by Casey L. Higgins
In 1960, construction began on the hydroelectric dam at Smith Mountain Gap that would create Smith
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Visit Virginia's Natural Bridge State Park
Thursday, June 20, 2019 1:00 PM by Casey L. Higgins
One of Virginia’s natural wonders is the Natural Bridge. Standing in its presence either leaves one
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Cabins, Camping & Overnight Lodging at Explore Park
Friday, March 8, 2019 1:00 PM by Casey L. Higgins
One of the great treasures of Virginia’s Blue Ridge is Explore Park, an 1,100-acre destination at
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Weekend Itinerary for Smith Mountain Lake
Saturday, July 14, 2018 6:00 AM by Casey L. Higgins
The heat is on and the water’s cool. Join us for a weekend at Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia’s Blue
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10 Places for Educational Fun in Virginia's Blue Ridge
Friday, June 8, 2018 7:00 AM by Casey L. Higgins
It’s true that summer is the time for excellent family fun, but the learning doesn’t need to stop
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Great Public Parks in Virginia's Blue Ridge
Monday, March 26, 2018 10:00 AM by Casey L. Higgins
Public parks are excellent places to picnic, play away some adrenaline, and spend quality time with
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10 Easy Hiking Trails on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Friday, August 4, 2017 6:00 PM by Casey L. Higgins
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a beautiful route for many travelers and a destination for even more.
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Guide to Paddling in Virginia's Blue Ridge
Friday, July 14, 2017 9:00 AM by Casey L. Higgins
The rivers and lakes of Virginia’s Blue Ridge and are not as intimidating as some may believe them
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