Living shorelines and marshes in the Middle Peninsula Habitat Focus Area support more than $6.4 million each year in economic value from recreational fishing, according to a study recently published by the Virginia Institute of Marine Science in Ocean & … Continued
2020 One City Marathon – Newport NewsMarch 1, 2020, 7 a.m.Newport News ParkNewport News, Virginia Runners will begin in the stunning setting of Newport News Park where they will enjoy the allure of spring in a landscape as historical as … Continued
In Norfolk, a new waterfront access point on the Elizabeth River Trail offers outdoor enthusiasts an opportunity to enjoy the iconic Elizabeth River by kayak. The new public kayak launch located in Plum Point Park is a $246,000 project featuring … Continued
First Day Hikes will be held in several state parks in the Tidewater Region. Hikes will occur on January 1, 2020; times vary depending on the location. 2020 First Day Hike Events: False Cape State Park HikeJanuary 1, 2020 – … Continued
At Buckroe Beach, the James T. Wilson Fishing Pier and property, including the adjacent pier ramp, has been closed to the public. A loose barge crashed into the 709-foot pier in mid November 2019, causing heavy damage to the structure. … Continued
Portsmouth Virginia is listed among American communities honored by the League of American Bicyclists with Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) awards for 2018. Portsmouth had its existing BFC bronze level status renewed. The Bronze BFC award recognizes the collaborative county and … Continued
Waterwalk at Central Park, a 2 1/4 mile linear park that will connect Air Power Park and the Power Plant shopping area, will have a grand opening and ribbon-cutting at 10 a.m. on May 12. The new park will provide … Continued
Cyclists of all ages and abilities are invited to a variety of rides and bike-related events in Norfolk throughout May. Norfolk Bike Month, now in its eighth year, is a community celebration of biking, which gets easier all the time … Continued
May is National Bike Month, and Hampton is hosting several events that include fun locations and interesting routes for every skill level. Words on Wheels is a tour of downtown, Phoebus and Fort Monroe on Sunday, May 6. The idea … Continued
In April, 2018, Pace, a nationwide dockless bike sharing service for cities and colleges, launched in Norfolk, Va. Pace Norfolk will allow residents, students and visitors to make point-to-point trips in and around the city with just a tap on … Continued