Giles
The Little Gas Station That Could. Pearisburg, Virginia.
I was riding through Pearisburg yesterday when I spotted something a little unusual. It was a row of drink coolers, completely stocked with sodas, chilling on the side of the road. It looked exactly like the glass door refrigerators that you would find lining the back wall of a convenience store. But these see-through doors... »
Local Historical Pics and Images of the New River Valley.
I have compiled a collection of some of the best local books available. In these books you will find historical images from Christiansburg, Blacksburg, Radford, Giles, Pearisburg, Virginia Tech and more. These books are a treasure trove for the curious mind. I have been digging through these books recently, and I have discovered numerous... »
It looks like Human Remains. Craig Creek, Va.
I went hiking in the Jefferson National Forest a few weeks ago, and I got a little more than I bargained for. I was about 7 miles from US 460 on Craigs Creek Road and a good little ways off the beaten path. I was hiking through an area where I once got lost,... »
Trout Fishing at Craigs Creek in Giles and Craig County, Virginia
Craigs Creek is one of my favorite places on earth to fish for trout. The reason is simple: this place has some big trout. When I say big trout, I’m not just talking about the rainbows that they stock; I’m talking about the native brown trout. The great thing about Craigs Creek is you don’t... »
New River Valley Public Records Search
Millions of people turn to the internet everyday to search for public records, but they often find themselves lost in a sea of websites that charge for their services. These websites simply build search engines that scrounge through free public record databases, and when they are finished gathering the records you want, they repackage... »
The Massive Cliffs of Pembroke, Va.
On State Route 623 in Pembroke, massive cliffs can be seen on each side of the road. Throughout the years, I have mentioned these cliffs to several people, and to my surprise, almost everyone has said that they’ve never even heard of them. I’ve also mentioned them to people that have lived around here... »
Where to Cut Firewood in Christiansburg, Blacksburg, Radford and Everywhere Else in Virginia.
Do you use a woodstove or a fireplace to heat your house? If so, have you been looking for a place to cut firewood? If your answer is yes, I have the solution that just might satisfy you. Did you know that $20.00 is all it takes to give you access to millions of... »
Take a Scenic Drive in Pembroke, Virginia.
In less than a 20-mile drive west of Virginia Tech Campus, you will find an interesting little community known as Pembroke. If you were just passing through, you might not think that Pembroke has much to offer, but one short detour from 460 on to Castle Rock Drive will have you finding a little... »
Coyotes, Bobcats and Foxes in the New River Valley.
Certainly you’ve heard about the types of predators that lurk in the mountains around the New River Valley, but have you ever seen them? If you haven’t, I have the solution that is sure to satisfy your curiosity and provide you with a firsthand encounter. Several types of predators such as coyotes, bobcats and foxes... »
A Cliff to Climb, Unwind and Enjoy. Giles County, Virginia.
On Mountain Lake Road in Giles County, you will find this small rock cliff overshadowing the shoulders of the road. This is just one those special places that I like to refer to as an easy-access getaway. I have been coming to this place for years just to relax and absorb the lovely scenery. Sometimes... »
