With the wet spring we’ve had, the North Fork of the Shenandoah has been flowing steadily. Since most of the rains have been coming in afternoon downpours, or single-day events with modest gaps in between, farmers, anglers, paddlers, and swimmers…
Introducing our new Volunteer Coordinator, Julia Sargent! With a diverse professional background in mental health, human services, community organization and the service industry, Julia Sargent is excited to take on a new role as volunteer coordinator for Friends of the…
Show us our North Fork Watershed through a different lens. A great way to do something during this time is to get outside and take photos of our beautiful North Fork Shenandoah watershed and submit them to our Seasonal Photo…
Third times a charm... this past weekend Friend's staff and volunteers participated in a self-led trash pick up at sites around the North Fork watershed, and even into the South Fork's as well. The event was inspired by the challenges…
After 12 years at Friends of the North Fork, this is what it's all about. I became "Mrs. Frenzel" with an exclamation point for an 'l.' I taught hundreds of programs to thousands of children. I taught adults and families.…
Please stay tuned our summer camp schedule is currently correct however, rescheduling is highly likely. Register with Shenandoah County Parks and Recreation online at: https://shenandoahcountyva.us/parks/ or call their office with questions to 540-459-6777. Shenandoah River Players Summer Camp When: June…
The first annual First Day Hike was held at Seven Bends State Park to begin the New Year by getting community members and families outdoors to enjoy nature and the beauty the park has to offer. An overwhelming 107 hikers…
Workshops are run in partnership with Shenandoah County Parks and Recreation. Registration opens January 1, 2020. Please register through their online system by clicking here. View the 2020 winter/ spring parks and recreation brochure by clicking here. March 2020: Build a…
On October 11, students from Broadway High School participated in a day of giving back to their community. There were two groups of roughly 20 students, that collected trash in different locations with the help of teachers and Friends volunteers.…