A grant from the Virginia Outdoors Foundation for a take-out point on the Rockfish River is just the beginning of Nelson county’s efforts to increase public access to the scenic waterway.
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Leake’s Mill Park, Goochland County
Leake’s Mill Park has nine miles of mountain biking trails, built and maintained by a core group of volunteers and protected by a Virginia Outdoors Foundation open-space easement.
Trail Gateway Project, Brunswick County
Thanks to the hard work and partnership of area leaders, the unused space at Lawrenceville’s trailhead to the Tobacco Heritage Trail will become a playground for kids from near and far.
Harrison Park Walking Trail, Charles City County
Harrison Park is getting a new walking trail thanks to a grant from VOF’s GO Program.
Makielski Tract, Heyward Community Forest, Albemarle County
Funded by VOF through the Preservation Trust Fund, an addition to the Heyward Community Forest creates greater connectivity among conserved lands outside of Charlottesville.
Henley’s Orchard, Albemarle County
Apple season is here, and Henley’s Orchard is back for another year of fall events and beautiful views of a working farm.
Morningside Bike Park, City of Roanoke
Exposing kids early to the fun of cycling can lead to a lifetime of healthy choices. The Roanoke Outside Foundation has been awarded a Get Outdoors Grant to build trails that can get kids started and that experienced bikers can enjoy.
Riverpalooza, Potomac Riverkeeper Network
Every year, the Potomac Riverkeeper Network hosts Riverpalooza, with events along the Potomac and Shenandoah Rivers designed to grow a cohesive and diverse community of Riverkeepers.
Uncas Trail, City of Lexington
With perseverance and some help from partners, landowner Andrew McThenia has protected 39 acres of forested land from development and created a river access trail in East Lexington.
Hull Springs, Westmoreland County
Elementary school students in Westmoreland County Public Schools and undergraduates from Longwood University are coming back to bigger and better educational possibilities on Hull Springs’ 662 acres of forest and wetlands.