November 14, 2025
There’s a saying in rural coastal Virginia that the tide shapes everything — the land, the people, even the stories. Nowhere is that more true than in the Guinea Marshes, …
Category: Middle Peninsula
November 3, 2025
When the summer crowds fade and the air turns crisp, Virginia’s Middle Peninsula transforms into a kayaker’s winter sanctuary. From the York River to the Piankatank, from Dragon Run’s cypress-studded …
September 17, 2025
Thinking about trying kayaking for the first time? You’re not alone. Every year, new paddlers discover the joy of exploring Virginia’s waterways from a kayak. Whether you’re looking for a …
Continue reading “Beginner’s Guide to Kayaking: Frequently Asked Questions”
September 17, 2025
Kayaking is a year-round adventure on Virginia’s waterways, but there’s something truly magical about fall. As the air turns crisp and the leaves shift into a kaleidoscope of reds, oranges …
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 …
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 …
Continue reading “Paddle Together: 10 Tips for Planning a Family-Friendly Kayaking Trip”
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 …
Continue reading “Camp & Paddle: 5 Top Middle Peninsula Campgrounds for Kayaking Adventures”
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 …
Continue reading “Binoculars Required on the Hutchinson Tract Bike”
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 …
Continue reading “Peregrine Falcons Are at Home in Tappahannock”
January 29, 2025
By Woodie Walker In the late summer of 1608, Capt. John Smith and a crew of 12 explorers from Jamestown maneuvered a 30-foot sailboat up the Rappahannock River. This was …
Continue reading “Ferry Landing on Piscataway Creek: Paddle back in time in Essex County”
