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Shellie Leete, former DCR blog writer.


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Photo Opportunities Abound at this Virginia Beach Wedding Venue

By Shellie LeetePosted June 27, 2017
We are privileged to have such an amazing place to host large and intimate weddings in Virginia called First Landing State Park.
The boardwalk leading to the beach makes a beautiful setting for photographing the newlyweds. First Landing State Park wedding photo courtesy of Caitlin Gerres Photography

An Authentic Mountain Wedding Venue

By Shellie LeetePosted June 14, 2017
Couples have been saying I DO at this historic mountain venue for decades, read this article to see why.
Couples have been saying I DO at Douthat State Park for decades. Wedding Photography at Douthat State Park by Craig Spiering Photography.

Stunning Wedding Venue along the Shores of the Rappahannock River

By Shellie LeetePosted June 02, 2017
One couple found the perfect wedding venue in a mansion along the shores of the Rappahannock River at Belle Isle State Park in Virginia, and one photographer found his favorite color shoot.
Fabulous wedding venue Bel Air area at Belle Isle State Park - Photo credit required Chip Litherland from Eleven Weddings Photography

Best places to cool off this summer part 1

By Shellie LeetePosted April 19, 2017
If you are looking for a place to cool off this summer, then you are in luck, we have a couple suggestions and then a couple more after that.
This guarded swimming beach at Smith Mountain Lake State Park is perfect in the hot summertime

A natural setting for weddings and other special celebrations

By Shellie LeetePosted March 12, 2017
From a historic plantation with formal gardens to lakefront gazebos, consider holding your special event at a Virginia State Park.
Dad walks his little girl to her espoused at this waterfront setting at Hungry Mother State Park

Hidden Gems of Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted April 09, 2016
An early bird explores Virginia State Parks and discovers some unexpected finds, this time relics of the past, fossils!
Chesapecten masidonius

Weddings and Special Events at Claytor Lake

By Shellie LeetePosted August 01, 2012
Did you know Claytor Lake State Park is the perfect setting for an outdoor waterfront wedding and reception?
Gazebo at Claytor Lake State Park


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