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Shellie Leete, former DCR blog writer.


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One of the most scenic sites in all of Virginia

By Shellie LeetePosted August 28, 2017
This roadside attraction draws more selfies than most any other in Virginia and it is under an hour from Douthat State Park.
Now is the time to visit Falling Spring as a side trip from Douthat State Park, Virginia

A Whimsical Woodsy Wedding

By Shellie LeetePosted August 26, 2017
One couple share their love of the great outdoors in this fun filled whimsical wedding at one of our favorite Virginia State Park mountain venues.
A whimsical and inspiring wedding lakefront at Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia - photos courtesy of Anna Hedges Photography

5 hikes near water at Virginia State Parks

By Shellie LeetePosted August 19, 2017
You can find hiking trails for all skill levels at Virginia State Parks, here are five favorite hikes that lead you along the water.
Take a leisurely walk or hike down Cedar Creek Trail at Natural Bridge State Park, Va

A Story Book Wedding in the Formal Gardens

By Shellie LeetePosted August 09, 2017
The ideal setting to vow your love one to the other has never been simpler than at Chippokes State Park in Surry Virginia.
Your dreams can come true at Chippokes State Park - wedding photography courtesy of Lauren Simmons Phoography

FAQs: Can I Have My Wedding at a Virginia State Park?

By Shellie LeetePosted July 27, 2017
This series will focus on Frequently Asked Questions at our Virginia State Parks. Part 7 answers the question of hosting weddings at our state parks.
Bride preparing for the biggest day of her life at Chippokes State Park - Photo Credit Lauren Simmons Photography

A Fall Fairy Tale Wedding

By Shellie LeetePosted July 26, 2017
A rustic woodsy venue that overlooks a mountain lake is the perfect place to say I do on a beautiful fall day.
Wanting to incorporate purple into her wedding attire the bride added purple crinoline, purple shoes, and a gorgeous purple sash - Photo by Natalie Gibbs at Fairy Stone State Park, Virginia

Happily Ever After is Proclaimed at this Mountain Wedding Spot

By Shellie LeetePosted July 12, 2017
Love and marriage in the great outdoors is a natural occurrence at this amazing mountain spot in Southwest Virginia.
Dreams do come true - Wedding at Grayson Highlands State Park - All photos by Holly Cromer Photography

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


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