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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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”
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 …
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September 23, 2023
They jokingly have referred to themselves as the Crazy Oyster Ladies. Their passions for the water, the environment, and their community are all rooted in oysters. But Linda Hamm and …
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May 17, 2023
Paddling events seem to be popping up all over the Chesapeake, and the Chickahominy River is no exception. Paddlers come from all over the mid-Atlantic to paddle this premier paddling …
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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 …
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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), …
