RVA Pipeline Walkway

If you are interested in exploring an unusual part of Richmond, I suggest the Pipeline Walkway. This catwalk runs on top of a drainage pipe and under a railway. The parking lot for the walkway is just off to the side of the Canal Walk Murals. To get to the pipeline you have to goContinue reading “RVA Pipeline Walkway”

James River Canal Walk

Downtown Richmond has a canal system that branches off from the James River. There is a nice walkway that is one and a quarter miles long with several restaurants along the way. One spot on the walk has several murals and there is no charge to visit. If you want, you have the option toContinue reading “James River Canal Walk”

My First Rockwood Park Visit

I recently took my first hike after moving to Virginia. I went to a park in Chesterfield County called Rockwood Park. There is a well marked trail system that snakes through the park. There is a nature center as well, though it was closed until 4/1 for renovations so I did not get go duringContinue reading “My First Rockwood Park Visit”

The Richmond Poe Museum

On Sunday I took a trip to the Poe Museum here in Richmond. Edgar Allan Poe is very well known in Baltimore history, but he was actually born in RVA. The museum grounds have several buildings that chronicle Poe’s life. There is also a pair of black cats that call this museum home. The oldestContinue reading “The Richmond Poe Museum”

Pluto The Poe Museum Cat

The Poe Museum in Richmond has two resident black cats, Pluto and Edgar. According to their Instagram account, the boys were found as small kittens in the shrine area. The pair enjoys greeting guests and roaming the grounds. Donations to the museum cover their food and medical care. During my visit, Pluto gave me aContinue reading “Pluto The Poe Museum Cat”

Farewell To The Marine Nature Study Area

Saturday was probably the last time I will be visiting the Nature Study Area since we are moving in less than two weeks. It was actually pretty bittersweet saying goodbye to it. I have spent a lot of time exploring there and I really learned a lot. It wasn’t the prettiest day out, mostly justContinue reading “Farewell To The Marine Nature Study Area”

Lexington 2020

Two years ago, I took a trip to Lexington with my husband (then fiancé) and my in-laws. We had a great time exploring the area in the few days we were in town. I would highly recommend a visit to Old Friends (a farm for retired racing horses) and the Town Branch Distillery.