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Category Archives: Get Outdoors

SCAN Land and West Downtown Wetlands Park, Town of Scottsville, Albemarle County

A network of open space dedicated to nature and the arts expands in the town of Scottsville, with help from VOF’s PTF and GO Fund programs.

Posted byAnita AngeloneMarch 5, 2022March 7, 2022Posted inGet Outdoors, Grant Spotlight, Preservation Trust Fund2 Comments on SCAN Land and West Downtown Wetlands Park, Town of Scottsville, Albemarle County

$1.7 million in grants available for public open space projects

Applications for latest round of Preservation Trust Fund and Get Outdoors grants are due by March 11, 2022.

Posted byJason McGarveyJanuary 18, 2022January 18, 2022Posted inGet Outdoors, News, Preservation Trust FundLeave a comment on $1.7 million in grants available for public open space projects

Rockfish River Access, Nelson County

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.

Posted byAnita AngeloneDecember 15, 2021December 15, 2021Posted inGet Outdoors, Grant SpotlightLeave a comment on Rockfish River Access, Nelson County

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.

Posted byAnita AngeloneNovember 17, 2021November 17, 2021Posted inGet Outdoors, Grant SpotlightLeave a comment on Trail Gateway Project, Brunswick County

VOF announces $1.38 million for 28 open-space projects across Virginia

Projects include outdoor classrooms, neighborhood green spaces, historic sites and other community-driven projects in 25 towns and cities.

Posted byJason McGarveyNovember 9, 2021December 14, 2021Posted inGet Outdoors, News, Preservation Trust FundLeave a comment on VOF announces $1.38 million for 28 open-space projects across Virginia

Harrison Park Walking Trail, Charles City County

Harrison Park is getting a new walking trail thanks to a grant from VOF’s GO Program.

Posted byAnita AngeloneOctober 27, 2021October 27, 2021Posted inGet Outdoors, Grant SpotlightLeave a comment on Harrison Park Walking Trail, Charles City County

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.

Posted byAnita AngeloneSeptember 1, 2021September 1, 2021Posted inGet Outdoors, Grant Spotlight2 Comments on Morningside Bike Park, City of Roanoke

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.

Posted byAnita AngeloneAugust 2, 2021August 3, 2021Posted inGet Outdoors, Grant SpotlightLeave a comment on Riverpalooza, Potomac Riverkeeper Network

Grants available for public open space projects, easement assistance

VOF makes $1.825 million available from its Preservation Trust Fund and Get Outdoors grant programs in first half of FY22.

Posted byJason McGarveyJuly 7, 2021July 7, 2021Posted inGet Outdoors, News, Preservation Trust FundLeave a comment on Grants available for public open space projects, easement assistance

VOF announces $1.26 million for 29 open-space projects

Projects include new parks, trails, outdoor classrooms, and community gardens in 25 counties and cities.

Posted byJason McGarveyJune 11, 2021June 11, 2021Posted inGet Outdoors, News, Preservation Trust FundLeave a comment on VOF announces $1.26 million for 29 open-space projects

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