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Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Outdoor Fun? Visit a Park


    Experiencing nature is something one can do anytime of the year. One particular way to become "one with nature" is by visiting a park. It can be a local park or a national park. If you are interested in visiting a national park, one in particular can provide you with hiking journeys and camping opportunities. The Shenandoah National Park in Virginia is open all year round, even if all of the facilities inside are not. Despite the fact that it is February, anyone can visit the Shenandoah National Park and find something to enjoy. 
   A beautiful view of Shenandoah National Park
    Shenandoah National Park is located less than 80 miles from Washington D.C. and is full of wondrous scenery and creatures. If you are the kind of person who enjoys being outdoors, you can plan hikes, and camping during this time of year. With around 200,000 acres of land, the park is home to birds and even reptiles such as the Shenandoah Salamander.
    It may seem like visiting a park when it isn't warm out wouldn't be an enjoyable experience, but fear not. The weather can be enjoyed by anyone who wants to take part in experiencing nature. If you are going to visit the park during the cold weather, be sure to dress accordingly and pack necessities for your trip. There may be some aspects of the park that are only available during certain warmer months, but this doesn't mean that you can't enjoy the park in all its beauty. To see more parks that should be visited for wonderful views, you can see a slide show about National Park Views Not to Be Missed
  A scenic winter view with Old Rag Mountain in the background and trees and foothills in the foreground.
images courtesy of www.nps.gov


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