Park to Park Half Marathon – A Scenic and Memorable Race

  This year Waynesboro, Virginia will host the 5th Annual Park to Park Half Marathon on Saturday, April 27, 2013. This 13.1 mile run features some of the best and most beautiful scenery in the country, likely improving your run time because you’ll be so focused on the scenery and not any discomfort you may […]

Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival – April 20-21, 2013

  This year in Waynesboro, April 20-21, 2013, the 13th Annual Virginia Fly Fishing and Wine Festival will get underway on the banks of the South River. On both Saturday and Sunday there will be events for anglers of all skill levels starting as early as 8:00 am and lasting until 5:00 pm.   Festival […]

4 Reasons to Travel to the Maple Festival in Scenic Highland County

  Take a scenic March drive through the mountainous landscapes of Virginia. You just might find yourself at an attraction so rare and fun it can only be known as the Highland Maple Festival! This festival has something for everyone, in fact it’s the wide variety of different attractions that make this special event all […]

A Hike with a Purpose–The Confederate Breastworks Trail

  Located 2,875 feet in the clouds, the view from the Shenandoah Mountains Confederate Breastworks is simply breathtaking– not only because of the surrounding beauty and unmatched views but because of the history intertwined tightly to this exact swab of land. While there are numerous hiking adventures to embark on while in scenic Virginia, why […]

The Green Leaf Grill – Casual Yet Classy Dining

  The Green Leaf Grill in Waynesboro is a refreshing change of pace from your typical chain restaurant. I took my daughter Jordan there for a Valentine’s date, and was pleasantly surprised by the atmosphere and the high quality of the food.   We arrived to the restaurant just before they got really busy, so […]

A Call to Nature – James Madison University Birding Workshop

  For those with a love and appreciation for wildlife, specifically birds, the Edith J. Carrier Arboretum (EJC) at James Madison University (JMU) in Harrisonburg, VA has two upcoming and very exciting events: Birds of the Arboretum presentation by Diane Lepkowski and, a guided bird walk with Greg Moyers.   Diane Lepkowski – Notable Avifauna […]

Views For Miles at Betsy Bell Wilderness Park

  Located high up in the sky at 1,959 elevation feet, the views from Betsy Bell Wilderness Park are simply amazing. From these great heights you can see unmatched views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and into Waynesboro. Gifted to Virginia as a representation of the past brave souls who fought hard to preserve the […]

Exciting Family Fun – Bull Riding and Barrel Racing

  At 7:00 pm on April 13, 2013 in Raphine, Virginia, the Southern Extreme Bull Riding Association (SEBRA) will host an exciting bull riding and barrel racing event for only $15 a person.   About SEBRA – Extreme Bull Riding   Started in 1994 by Professional Bull Riders (PBR) founder Jerome Davis, SEBRA was founded […]

Staunton Historical Walking Tours: See it All – For Free

  They say that the best things in life are not free, but in reality the very best things are often free. Such is the case with the free walking tours offered in downtown Staunton every Saturday. For no cost to you, enjoy a volunteer guide who will take you along a tour of the […]

Shenandoah Valley Plant Symposium – Four Great Speakers & Tons of Information

  This year Waynesboro will again host the Shenandoah Valley Plant Symposium at the Best Western Inn and Conference Center on March 27, 2013. This event provides garden and horticulture enthusiasts an opportunity to hear and discuss with some of the brightest minds in the country anything and everything related to gardening. There are currently […]