July 2, 2025

Did you know there are two dozen launch sites for canoes/kayaks/paddleboards between the Yeocomico River and Indian Creek? The Northumberland Association For Progressive Stewardship (NAPS) has produced a new, improved and completely updated …


July 2, 2025

Historic waterway is a refuge for wildlife – and humans.  When you dip a paddle into Cat Point Creek, you become part of a story that began soon after the …


June 19, 2025

Somewhere between the splash of your paddle and the rustle of marsh grasses, a moment appears—a heron lifting off at sunrise, sunlight filtering through cypress branches, a still reflection that …

A white egret and several small shorebirds stand in lush green wetlands

June 19, 2025

Kayaking offers the perfect blend of adventure, nature, and togetherness — making it an ideal family activity on Virginia’s scenic waterways. Whether you’re navigating quiet creeks, coastal marshes, or gentle …

Woman standing on a dock with a kayak paddle, preparing to launch on a calm Virginia river

June 19, 2025

Looking to turn your next kayak outing into a weekend-long escape? The Middle Peninsula of Virginia is home to some of the best places to combine camping and paddling. From …

Sunset over calm water at Grey’s Point Camp

February 14, 2025

By Woodie Walker I biked the Hutchinson Tract last week, located a mile upstream from Tappahannock, on the south side of Tidewater Trail (Route 17). The early January snow had …

A scenic bike trail leading to the water at Paula’s Point Loop in the Hutchinson Tract.

February 14, 2025

By Woodie Walker Photos by Jeff Hodges March is a wet, muddy month for those who live on the ground. Falcons, however, don’t have that problem. They hunt, play, and …

Detailed view of a peregrine falcon perched with its sharp gaze, set against a concrete surface.


January 29, 2025

By Woodie Walker, Rappahannock Adventures One of the most exciting angling adventures in Virginia will peak in April on the Rappahannock River in Fredericksburg. The annual return of Hickory shad …

Two anglers posing with a freshly caught Hickory shad on the banks of the Rappahannock River during the spring shad run

May 17, 2024

The Menokin Foundation announces the Power of Place: Conservation, Kayaking, and Culture Festival taking place Saturday, July 13th from 8am to 5pm at Menokin. Come celebrate the Northern Neck’s pristine …

Kayakers on Cat Point Creek