Imagine kicking back and watching the sun’s last rays slip away to be replaced by the night’s first stars. As the sky darkens, entire constellations slowly appear until it feels like you are in an absolute sea of stars. Never experienced this? You’re not alone. All the electricity brightening our homes and towns has caused so much light pollution that, according to Shenandoah National Park, “roughly 80% of people in North America cannot see the Milky Way.” In many places in the country, it never

Hey Beerwerks Trailblazers! We’ve got some new trailblazers in town with some decidedly selective tastes. Meet the newest Trailblazer – can you relate?

Marcus and Conrad are the snobbiest of snobs… when it comes to beer. They are self-appointed beer inspectors and they WILL judge you on your choice of beer. Don’t believe us? Listen to this: Conrad claims lite beer has never once touched his lips and Marcus didn’t partake of the toast at his sister’s wedding because they served the beer in the w

The winter weather makes all but the hardiest of cold-water anglers shiver at the thought of water, but in a few weeks, we’ll all be ready to get out there and enjoy the Shenandoah Valley’s lakes and rivers. Since over 20 species of freshwater fish make their home in Virginia, many of us will be holding a rod, but the Valley is also packed with places to paddle. Here are some of our favorite destinations for fishing and floating. Start planning your adventure today!

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