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Johnny Molloy

Hiking with Kids: 10 Family-Friendly Trails in Virginia

Seems we’re all pressed for time these days. We know some quality family time is needed. But what is the best way to actually spend time together? How about going on a fun (and easy) family day hike? If that is what you are looking for then Virginia’s got you covered – whether it is strolling along…

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5 Fall Road Cycling Routes in Virginia

Virginia has become a magnet for road cyclers. Why you ask? Consider first that Virginia offers two of the finest road cycling venues in the country – Shenandoah National Park’s 105 mile Skyline Drive and the 216 miles of the incomparable Blue Ridge Parkway. Then add two-lane road rambling through…

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Lesser-Known Fall Destinations for Adventure

Are you excited about fall, to explore the great outdoors while surrounded by the abundance of colors that mark autumn in Virginia? Do you also want to get off the beaten track, explore the trail less traveled? Virginia can provide that for you too, whether it is hidden nooks and crannies in the…

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5 Great Virginia Road Trips for Outdoor Adventurers

Wanderlust is defined as a strong desire to travel, but here in Virginia, we call that feeling WanderLove. As we begin to travel again, planning an epic road trip is a safe way to explore Virginia’s endless beauty, from its pristine beaches to the scenic curves of its storied mountains. When road…

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An Insider’s Guide to Far Southwest Virginia

Further from the population centers of the Eastern Seaboard, Southwest Virginia is a mountainous – and very beautiful – part of the state that begs to be explored and enjoyed by outdoor lovers. The opportunities are there, whether it be hiking to the highest point in the state, pedaling rugged…

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Virginia Trips for Paddle-In Camping

Looking to get away? You can’t get much farther from your cares than when paddling to a remote Virginia island or scenic shoreline and overnighting under the stars. And here in Virginia, you have a wide variety of places to put in your kayak or canoe then paddle to an island or shoreline and camp…

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Exploring Virginia's Water Trails and Blueways

The state of Virginia has an amazing array and variety of places to paddle, from the shores and coves of the Atlantic Ocean to the rolling rivers of the Piedmont to the splashing mountain streams of the Appalachian highlands. Many of these canoeing and kayaking opportunities within Virginia have…

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Virginia’s Most Exciting Road Cycling Routes

Do you find yourself daydreaming of clipping on your pedals, then biking down a quiet two-lane road through relaxing Virginia countryside? Does the ultra-beautiful yet challenging Blue Ridge Parkway call you to pedal its heights? Have you dreamed of bicycling the history-laden Colonial Parkway? Do…

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Virginia’s Best Guided Paddling and Biking Adventures

When it comes to outdoor recreation, Virginia is hard to beat. Whether it is paddling coastal waterways and mountain rivers or bicycling along Atlantic seashores amid wild woods, Virginia is rich with outdoor activities and venues to exercise your passion for the outdoors. However, sometimes we…

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10 Virginia Coastal Paddling Destinations

Look at a map. Virginia boasts a significant amount of shoreline bordering tidal rivers, salty bays, and open ocean. These coastal waters provide a wealth of destinations for paddling Virginia, whether you are exploring immense and regal Chesapeake Bay, lower tidal Rappahannock River, or Parkers…

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