Our watershed hosts some of the most iconic flora and fauna to be found in North America, and these species are integral parts of our dynamic ecosystem. Bald eagles (Haliaeetus leucocephalus), gray and red foxes (Urocyon cinereoargenteus and Vulpes Vulpes),…
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work in conservation? What does a park ranger do? What’s a soil and water conservation district? What’s the difference between the National Forest Service and the Virginia Department of Forestry? What do…
As we enter the depths of winter, many of us long for sunshine and days spent on the river. While there are many ways to connect with the river and nature during winter, reviewing your snow and ice removal methods…
Application period has closed Friends of the North Fork of the Shenandoah River (FNFSR) is seeking a college student or recent high school graduate for a summer internship opportunity. The internship is primarily based in environmental education, and will run…
Happy New Year! Over 70 people came out and celebrated the New Year by participating in Virginia State Parks' annual First Day Hike at Seven Bends. It was a beautiful, sunny, not too cold day as people gathered to start…
Fall workshops with FNFSR are back! We have a wide range of Make and Take workshops, including new options such as Beeswax Wraps and Reusable Gift Bags. Find details for every workshop and registration links below Make and Take with…
Complete Event Program, Auction Listings & Menu Enjoy a closer look through the evening's program, below, for a full list of auction items and event details, including our menu for the evening. Tickets are still available! You can purchase tickets…
The Rogue Farmers Join us for the first ever Beats on the Bend concert! Enjoy the beauty of Seven Bends State Park while listening to The Rogue Famers play a mixture of gypsy American and alternative bluegrass in front of…
Meet some of the artists that will be featured at the Ripples & Reflections Art Show this Sunday, August 7th! Get learn more and get tickets Here Barbara Camph I learned the craft of stained glass in the 1980’s, when…