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Operation Purple Summer Camp serves children of deployed soldiers

August 9, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Operation Purple Summer Camp serves children of deployed soldiers

Harrisonburg, VA – Last winter, The National Military Family Association chose Camp Horizons as the host of their popular Operation Purple Summer Camp for 2010.  The Association developed a free summer camp program in response to the need for increased support for military children, especially those whose parents are or will be deployed this...
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Let’s Move Outside: Junior Ranger program encourages kids to be active in National Parks

June 21, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Let’s Move Outside: Junior Ranger program encourages kids to be active in National Parks

Luray, Virginia – It won’t be easy to keep up with the Junior Rangers at Shenandoah National Park! It’s fun and healthy to play in the parks, and now National Park Junior Rangers get an extra reward for “movin’ it outside.” Shenandoah is one of 20 national parks kicking off “Let’s Move Outside Junior Ranger.” ...
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Summer swimming featured at 4-H Day Camp in Strasburg

May 26, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Summer swimming featured at 4-H Day Camp in Strasburg

Strasburg, VA – Openings are still available for the “Cool Cloverbuds” 4-H Day Camp, which will be held at the Strasburg Park from June 28-30. The camp operates from 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. daily and is open to all children who are 5-8 years old. Daily activities include crafts, games, singing, “learn by doing”...
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Celebrate National Trails Day, and learn about thru-hiking

May 12, 2010
By Press_Release
Celebrate National Trails Day, and learn about thru-hiking

Shenandoah National Park, USA – Why not celebrate National Trails Day with the Potomac Appalachian Trail Club (PATC) at Shenandoah National Park on Saturday June 5? The Potomac Appalachian Trail Club invites new hikers and experienced backpackers to learn new trail skills at PATC Trail Patrol’s “Beyond the Trailhead” event at Byrd Visitor Center (milepost 51...
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Celebrate Mother’s Day with Shenandoah National Park’s Wildflower Weekend

April 29, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Celebrate Mother’s Day with Shenandoah National Park’s Wildflower Weekend

Shenandoah National Park, VA – It’s that time of year… Native flowers are sprouting up everywhere. Wildflowers are abundant in the Park this year, and will be the “star” of the Shenandoah National Park’s 24th Annual Wildflower Weekend, happening on Saturday, May 8 and Sunday, May 9, 2010. Treat Mom to a breath of...
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Disconnecting from technology; reconnecting with Nature

April 18, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Disconnecting from technology; reconnecting with Nature

Afton, Va – Here’s something a little different. So many kids today, and for that matter so many adults, can tell you just about everything about technology, but when it comes to living in the wild, or building a camp fire, or good old fashioned survival, they would readily admit that they are clueless. The...
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Shenandoah National Park waives entrance fees April 17 to 25

March 24, 2010
By Press_Release
Shenandoah National Park waives entrance fees April 17 to 25

Washington, D.C. – Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced today that all 392 national parks, including Shenandoah National Park,  will have free admission during National Park Week, April 17 – April 25. Parks will also offer additional family friendly activities and special offers on tours, lodging, food, and souvenirs. A listing of parks...
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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 S.B. 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 supports taking care of the Shenandoah River and cleaning up our environment. Mark your calendars for April 30, May 1 and May 2 – for three days of music and camping in Strasburg, Virginia,...
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Observations: Thoreau reminds us of the new hope of Spring

February 28, 2010
By S.B. Thompson
Observations: Thoreau reminds us of the new hope of Spring

Walden Pond, near Concord, MA – In 1847, Henry David Thoreau wrote: “The phenomena of the year take place every day in a pond on a small scale. I am alert for the first signs of Spring…” And so too, are we. On a web site dedicated to transcendentalism, a commentator writes: “Thoreau definitely liked...
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Skyline Drive shoveling out; won’t open until March

February 20, 2010
By Press_Release
Skyline Drive shoveling out; won’t open until March

Shenandoah National Park, VA – Travel Advisory – The recent severe winter storms have left Shenandoah National Park with heavy accumulations of snow resulting in the complete closure of Skyline Drive.  Although crews are working to open the Drive to visitor use, Park staff anticipates that it will be early March at the earliest...
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Shenandoah National Park kicks off 75th Anniversary planning

February 8, 2010
By S.B. 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 S.B. 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 S.B. 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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This weekend, plus 2 more, free at Shenandoah National Park

June 15, 2009
By S.B. Thompson
This weekend, plus 2 more, free at Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park is included in the fee-free weekends on June 20, July 18, and August 15. Last week, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced that the National Park Service will offer three fee-free weekends this summer to encourage Americans seeking affordable vacations to visit our national treasures. There are 391 national parks located...
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Paulo Coelho offers advice for climbing the mountain

June 13, 2009
By S.B. Thompson
Paulo Coelho offers advice for climbing the mountain

Here’s a little inspiration for you this Saturday morning: See Paulo Coehlo’s blog, and follow him on Twitter. http://paulocoelhoblog.com/manual-for-climbing-mountains/ An excerpt: “The climb is yours, so is the responsibility, but don’t forget that the experience of others can help a lot.” Paulo Coehlo is the author of many books, including the runaway best seller, The Alchemist. His...
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Civil War era maps popular in Virginia

June 9, 2009
By S.B. Thompson
Civil War era maps popular in Virginia

Here’s a great online resource for 90 “fascinating” Civil War era maps of Virginia: Go to: http://www.ushistoricalarchive.com/cds/civil-va1.html Also, in the Valley, two great places to get topographical and trail maps (for hiking, canoeing, bicycling, and fishing) are: - Blue Canoe Crew, 492 N. Main Street, Woodstock, VA (540) 459-2520 - Murray’s Fly Shop, 121 S. Main Street,...
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31st Annual 100 Mile Endurance Run through the Shenandoah Valley

June 5, 2009
By James Maas
31st Annual 100 Mile Endurance Run through the Shenandoah Valley

JUNE 6, 2009, 4:00 AM Our thanks to Marcy McCann out at the Shenandoah County fairgrounds for this one. The Old Dominion, one hundred mile endurance race started today in Woodstock Virginia. The original race is a Measured loop trail through the Massanutten Mountains, Shenandoah River Valley and Fort Valley Virginia, with 14...
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Blue Canoe Crew seminars attract outdoors crowd

April 19, 2009
By S.B. Thompson

Blue Canoe Crew – located at 292 North Main Street in Woodstock, Virginia will be continuing their popular seminar series with the following new additions to the schedule: - April 23 – The Outdoor Woman – This inspiring seminar addresses the reasons women often use to keep them from enjoying a good hike on one...
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