SWVA Virtual Visits

In today's episode, we joined White Blaze Outdoors owner Justin for a trip to Crystal Springs in Wytheville, Virginia. White Blaze Outoodrs provides various tours and hikes around Southwest Virginia to learn more about nature, rather that be the wildlife or vegetation in the region. These tours are perfect for all ages who want to learn more about natural assets and biology! To find out more about White Blaze Outdoors, please visit their website: https://whiteblazeoutdoors.com/ To find...

In this episode, we head to downtown Wytheville to visit during the July 3rd celebration. Wytheville is a fun location located off I-81 in Southwest Virginia. Wytheville is a gateway to North Carolina, West Virginia, and Northern Virginia. Packed with plentiful shopping, dining, and entertainment options, Wytheville is surely a stop you want to make. Downtown Wytheville is a vibrant community filled with an old-time style with a modern twist. Enjoy your stroll down the streets while...

Abingdon Vineyards is a wonderful location out by the river and the Virginia Creeper Trail in Abingdon, Virginia. Here you can have some fun on the water, enjoy a meal outside, experience live entertainment, and much more! To learn more about Abingdon Vineyards, be sure to check out their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/abingdonvineyards To learn more about all things SWVA, be sure to check out our website! https://visitswva.org/...

Today, we visit the Arts Depot in Abingdon Virginia. Located in downtown Abingdon, the Arts Depot is housed in a historic Norfolk & Southern train depot. Here you can expect to find ever-changing art galleries, working artist studios, and a good deal of history. Be sure you visit the Arts Depot on your next trip to Abingdon, Virginia. For more information on the Arts Depot, please visit: https://www.abingdonartsdepot.org/ For more information on all other offerings in Southwest Virginia,...

In this episode, we visit the historic and family-owned, Big Walker Lookout Country Store in Wytheville, Virginia. Expect to experience scenic beauty, great food, and entertainment on your visit. Big Walker is also a member of the 'Round the Mountain Artisan group and has a nice selection of local art and gifts in the shop. Be sure to pay Big Walker Lookout and the Country Store a visit on your next Southwest Virginia Adventure! To learn more...

In this episode, we visit the William King Museum of Art in Abingdon, Virginia. The William King Museum of Art is not only an art gallery but also a great educational and historical resource to the area. With their latest edition of Art Lab, people of all ages can learn more about art with a hands-on approach. Be sure to visit the William King Museum of Art and Art Lab on your next trip to Abingdon,...

In today's episode, we visited the Holston Mountain Artisans Guild in Abingdon, Virginia. Holston Mountain Artisans has been around for a number of years, assisting and working with and for artisans in the Abingdon, Virginia, and surrounding area. Located in an old police station, Holston Mountain Artisans has a wide variety of handmade arts, crafts, and gifts. Listen to the podcast episode here: https://visitswva.org/holston-mountain-artisans-celebrating-50-years/ Visit Holston Mountain Artisans on the web: https://www.holstonmtnarts.org/ Visit the Holston Mountain Artisans Facebook page:...

There's a lot of great things to see and do in Southwest Virginia. One of these things is a natural wonder known as The Great Channels. Located just 15 miles north of Abingdon Virginia in Washington and Russell counties, The Great Channels is a sight you want to see. Hikers rejoice as this area includes both the 5.5 mile Channels Trail as well as the Eastern portion of the Brumley Gap Trail (14 miles). The preferred...

Today's virtual visit, we are exploring downtown Abingdon Virginia and its historic main street. We start off at the Virginia Creeper Trail Head and Welcome Center and then proceed to explore the history, shopping and dining, and outdoor recreation. Abingdon is well known for iconic locations such as The Martha Washington Inn and Spa, The Barter Theatre, and The Tavern. The town is full of rich history, ghost stories, and small-town charm. There is a plethora...

The Virginia Creeper Trail is no stranger to visitors of Southwest Virginia. The trail is 34.3 miles long, ranging from Abingdon to White Top. The Creeper Trail opened 30 years ago as a part of the Rails to Trails initiative. This initiative focused on turning old railways into hiking and biking trails. As a result, The Creeper Trail was inducted into the Rails to Trails Hall of Fame in 2014. In other words, The Creeper...