Sep 07 2020 53 mins 4
“Given the current situation, we call them sanity hikes or sanity bike rides in my family. Hiking is a great thing for social distancing for anybody, especially for families, because you can't stare at the same four walls all day and keep your mental facility straight. So it's important to get out and connect with nature.” -Phil Riggan From his early days as a child on his grandfather’s farm to recent years exploring the outdoors with his own children, today’s guest, Phil Riggan, has spent a lifetime hiking, biking, paddling, and exploring Virginia. Phil recently hiked over 240 miles to write his new book, 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles, Richmond. In this episode, Phil highlights some of his favorite routes and outdoor spaces, including some new and lesser-known areas. From Fredericksburg to Williamsburg, and from Charlottesville to the Northern Neck, 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles, Richmond has got you covered. Let’s Go. Links Mentioned: 60 Hikes within 60 Miles Richmond book Blue Ridge Parkway Pilot Mountain, Laurel Fork Wahrani Nature Park, New Kent County Appomattox River Trail Friends of the Lower Appomattox River Richmond Slave Trail James River Park System Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation Natural Area Preserves Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources Wildlife Management Areas Crows Nest Natural Area Preserve, Stafford Waller Mill Park, Williamsburg Virginia Capitol Trail, Richmond to Williamsburg Greensprings Park, James City County Walnut Creek Park, Albemarle County Dorey Park, Henrico County Bryan Park, Richmond Leakes Mill Park, Goochland Rivanna Trail, Charlottesville River View Park, Charlottesville Rappahannock River Heritage Trail, Fredericksburg North Bank Trail, Richmond Belle Isle Park, Richmond Pony Pasture, Richmond Walkabout Outfitters W & OD Trail, Purcellville to Arlington Channels State Forest, Saltville: Crabtree Falls, Nelson County Appalachian Trail Devils Marble Yard, Natural Bridge Follow VAOA Podcast: Virginia outdoor Adventures Website Facebook Instagram Twitter
