Roanoke’s Department of Parks and Recreation is making it easier to reach the top of Mill Mountain, where its iconic star, amazing views, a zoo and discovery center, and ten miles of trails await.
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Mariel Goss, Retreat Farm, Orange County
Mariel Goss brings heritage breeds together with prize-winning water quality protections on Retreat Farm.
Turkey Island Creek, Henrico County
A 12-acre parcel along Turkey Island Creek gives the James River Association one more way to get people out on the water.
Cultural history fellow researching Bull Run Mountains’ peopled past
We’re learning more about the people who came to live on the mountain thanks to our cultural history fellow, Barinaale Dube.
Ronnie Nuckols, Overhome Farm, Goochland County
Ronnie Nuckols learned how to make his farm the best it can be by taking advantage of educational resources offered by state agencies. Now he is a resource to others.
Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve, Loudoun County
With 20 miles of hiking trails and extensive educational and volunteer programming Loudoun County’s only nature preserve has plenty for people, too.
Steve Tipsword, Rockbridge County
When Steve Tipsword of Rockbridge County manages the forested areas of his property, he leaves behind a small footprint … by using hooves.
Rose Dale Park, Alleghany County
This historic meadow on the bank of the Jackson River across from Covington is the newest addition to Alleghany Parks and Recreation’s parks portfolio.
Herbert Ridgway Collins, Caroline County
Herb Collins’ strong sense of the past and expert restoration skills have preserved his historic family farm for future generations.
Dragon Run, Middle Peninsula
For 35 years, a group of citizens has banded together to conserve Dragon Run, the second-most ecologically significant ecosystem in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.