A walk in the woods at Motts Run Reservoir

A walk in the woods at Motts Run Reservoir

The Fredericksburg area is filled with trails of all sizes, including the beautiful and beginner-friendly Motts Run Reservoir Trail.

Chatham Bridge project completed

Chatham Bridge project completed

The Chatham Bridge rehabilitation is finished, the Virginia Department of Transportation announced this week.

Shad spawning season in full swing on the Rappahannock

Shad spawning season in full swing on the Rappahannock

Apr 13, 2022by Ryan Cudahy in Parks

Just as the trees through town have begun to blossom, the shad of the Rappahannock River have begun to spawn. 

Pure Art: Wegner Metal Arts unveils a new project for FXBG

Pure Art: Wegner Metal Arts unveils a new project for FXBG

The Wegners are sculpting otters, which will be placed around downtown.

Walkway nearing completion at Alum Spring Park

Walkway nearing completion at Alum Spring Park

Sep 14, 2021by Bill Freehling in All Articles, Parks

An ADA-compliant pathway that connects the VCR Trail to Alum Spring Park is nearing completion.

Fredericksburg’s newest park expected to open late summer

Fredericksburg’s newest park expected to open late summer

Jul 7, 2021by Bill Freehling in Parks

After more than a decade of planning, land acquisition, and designing, the City of Fredericksburg’s newest park is nearing completion.