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June 24, 2021

After a storm, a dramatic cloud-scape wreaths the town of Fries. Each season has its own distinct beauty. INSET: Spring is a good time for visiting along Chestnut Creek, part of the 57-mile New River Trail State Park. Numerous access points dot the trail.

COVID Comeback: One Old Town’s Rebirth

The COVID year was hard in Fries, Virginia, as it was everywhere, but the green shoots have been surprising and substantial.
The Blue Ridge Parkway’s easy-flowing 469 miles offer a variety of habitats. INSET: Tom Davis says he’s been drawn to nature for as long as he can remember. His earning of an environmental science degree coincided with the park service’s push to tally plant and animal species, and a career was born.

Wildlife Biologist Tom Davis: ‘Never Been a Better Time to Visit the Parkway”

The 30-year veteran of inventorying wildlife along the Blue Ridge Parkway says the springtime presence of more than 250 bird species along the roadway is just one example of why he wakes up blessed.
Among the first decisions for would-be RVers is whether to tow it or drive it. Airstreamers are passionate about what they tow.

Keep the Motorhome Runnin’: 12 Great RV Treks in the Mountains

Veteran RVers and first-timers alike are in luck in the Blue Ridge region, where the combination of mountain beauty and easy access makes for a perfect trip.

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