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.


July 18, 2023

Paddling to a beach sounds delightful, doesn’t it? Beaches that you can drive to are typically mobbed with people. But if you could paddle to a beach that’s not accessible …


April 9, 2023

Tote your kayak or canoe to Zoar State Forest and escape into one of the Middle Peninsula’s most pristine nooks. Located in King William County, the 378 unspoiled acres include …


March 18, 2023

A new, public fishing pier in Gloucester County will delight anglers and offer a front-row view to waterfront educational programs. But the Middle Peninsula Chesapeake Bay Public Access Authority (MPCBPAA), …


March 17, 2023

As a kid, Patricia Clement didn’t go to the park let alone do things like fish, kayak, camp or crab. “Growing up in Brooklyn, East New York, all I saw …