This - not terribly exciting - photo collage, represents a day in the life of volunteers in the park’s Invasive Plant Program. Some of these hardy folks are event volunteers, while others are Habitat Defenders (I serve as both) who manage a section of the park with regard to removing invasive/exotic plants for the good of the flora and fauna native to the region.
Sincerely,
Shenandoah National Park
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains in central Virginia, Shenandoah features rolling tree-lined hills, wooded hollows, spectacular waterfalls and a diversity of wildlife, all easily accessible from the scenic Skyline Drive. The park preserves a remarkable slice of southern Appalachian natural history and beauty with a dazzling array of recreational opportunities.
State(s): Virginia
Established: 1935
“...they have been a blessing to me, and so many others, here in America. I have spent a great deal of quality time, throughout my life, in Virginia's Shenandoah National Park, and Manassas Battlefield Park, thanks to the efforts of those who maintained these national treasures before me. Now it is my turn to do the same for our posterity, and I do it with great pleasure.”
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Greetings from Shenandoah National Park
Bob and I drove the south trail on the Shenandoah Mountain scenic route, 35 winding miles high up into the mountains, 3,360 feet. Extending along the Blue Ridge Mountains in Virginia, one of its many trails includes a section of the Appalachian. Clouds brushed and sometimes enveloped the roads.…
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Greetings from Shenandoah National Park
New Virtual Video Recording of American Folk Song Shenandoah by Over 400 NYCGB Alumni Released Today! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jB59EtztSVw Over 400 NYCGB alumni from around the world have joined forces to take part in a mass virtual recording of the American folk song Shenandoah. A video recording has today been released with…
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Greetings from Shenandoah National Park
My best boy Winston and I stayed at Skyland and spent three days hiking in the park. The staff at the visitor center were so nice and helpful - pointing out hikes that were suitable for my "senior dog".
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