Outdoors
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5 pets that are illegal in Virginia (and one that surprisingly isn’t)
Did you know there are pets that are illegal in Virginia? Owning these five wild animals can cause harm to you, them, and the environment.
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What to know about August’s Full Blue Moon, the first Supermoon of the year
Discover everything you need to know about August’s Full Blue Moon, the first Supermoon of 2024.
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The NoVa Pet Guide: 4 amazing Northern Virginia hikes to take with your dog
We asked our readers to tell us their favorite dog-friendly hikes in Northern Virginia. Here’s what they said.
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Here’s where to pick flowers in Northern Virginia
Unleash your inner botanist at these NoVa flower-picking spots.
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Virginia’s 3 best budget-friendly vacations, according to readers
In this guide, we delve into the top three budget-friendly vacation spots in Virginia, as voted by enthusiastic travelers in our recent poll.
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Virginia cities rank among the worst for grass allergies this summer
Virginia cities rank among the worst for grass allergies this summer. Rankings were based on allergy risk, exacerbators, and access to detection and treatment resources.
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What’s your favorite budget-friendly vacation spot in Virginia?
Dogwood readers: we’d love to know your favorite affordable vacation spots in Virginia. Your votes will serve as a valuable guide for others who wish to explore VA!
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Grow local: How to embrace Virginia’s native plants
Find out what Virginia’s native plants are, plus the places you can go to see them in bloom or buy them for your garden.
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The 5 most unique botanical gardens in Virginia
Here are five of the best Virginia botanical gardens to catch a glimpse of nature in all of its glory this spring.























