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Shen National Park closes upper parking lot at Old Rag Trailhead

March 13, 2010
By Press_Release
Shen National Park closes upper parking lot at Old Rag Trailhead

Shenandoah National Park – SPRING HIKING – From the Park’s latest press release: “Shenandoah Superintendent Martha Bogle announced that the 12-space “upper lot” on the park boundary at the Ridge Trailhead access for Old Rag Mountain will be permanently closed to public vehicle access and parking. Temporary signing in the upper and lower lots and...
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Shenandoah National Park announces Spring opening dates

March 7, 2010
By Press_Release
Shenandoah National Park announces Spring opening dates

Shenandoah National Park, USA – Enjoy nature – Get ready for camping and enjoying the great outdoors with your family! Today, Shenandoah National Park Superintendent Martha Bogle announced that facilities closed during the winter season will begin opening in March, and will continue to open through the Spring. Even though Spring is just...
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Family camping weekend in Strasburg to benefit Shenandoah River cleanup

March 7, 2010
By Susan Thompson
Family camping weekend in Strasburg to benefit Shenandoah River cleanup

Strasburg, VA – Just announced! EarthKorps is proud to present the “Shenandoah Riverside Festival,” a low-cost family weekend camping trip that also supports taking care of the Shenandoah River cleaning up our environment. Mark your calendars for April 30, May 1 and May 2 – for three days of music and camping in Strasburg,...
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Shenandoah National Park kicks off 75th Anniversary planning

February 8, 2010
By Susan Thompson
Shenandoah National Park kicks off 75th Anniversary planning

Shenandoah National Park, VA – The staff of Shenandoah National Park has begun planning for a year long celebration of the park’s 75th Anniversary – during 2011. Over 30 people from local county governments, partner organizations and tourism professionals have volunteered their time to work with park staff to engage local communities and ensure...
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Boys Scouts turn 100; “Follow Me, Boys” showing at Drafthouse

February 3, 2010
By Susan Thompson
Boys Scouts turn 100; “Follow Me, Boys” showing at Drafthouse

Winchester, VA – February 7 – the first Sunday of this month – many area churches, especially those that charter Scouting units, will be recognizing Scout Sunday and will be including Scouts in their services. The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) designates the Sunday that falls before February 8 (which is Scouting Anniversary Day) as...
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Shenandoah National Park to Ban Outside Firewood in March 2010

October 29, 2009
By Susan Thompson
Shenandoah National Park to Ban Outside Firewood in March 2010

Shenandoah National Park, Va – Beginning March 1, 2010, Shenandoah National Park will institute an Outside Firewood Ban in an attempt to slow the spread of the Emerald Ash Borer. The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is a destructive invasive exotic beetle that feeds on ash trees. As of 2009, the EAB is responsible for the...
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Taking the family camping this Spring

April 19, 2009
By Susan Thompson
Taking the family camping this Spring

Creekside Campground is nestled right on the water in the heart of the beautiful Shenandoah Valley. Located at 108 Palmyra Road in Edinburg, the campground promotes a quiet, relaxed family atmosphere – featuring activities at the campground and in the surrounding area – for children and adults alike. Near Skyline Drive (Shenandoah National Park),...
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