Artist is raising money to benefit Virginia Capital Trail
Artist is raising money to benefit Virginia Capital Trail
By: WTVR CBS 6 Web Staff
Posted at 5:41 PM, Jul 17, 2021
and last updated 2021-07-17 17:41:18-04
CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Va. Chesterfield artist Anthony Bowes is using his talents to help inspire people to get outside and get moving while raising money for the Virginia Capital Trail.
For the month of July, Bowes is exploring all 51.7 miles of the trail and capturing his favorite landscapes and features on canvas.
Each painting will then be auctioned off on his Facebook page with the proceeds going to the Virginia Capital Trail Foundation, which helps protect and enhance the trail.
WILLIAMSBURG — Cyclists, walkers, runners, and skaters – here is an outdoor challenge for you. The Virginia Capital Trail Foundation is encouraging outdoor…
A version of this article first appeared in the Virginia Mercury.
From new walking paths at First Landing to freshly forged mountain biking trails in Pocahontas State Park, Virginia’s General Assembly isn’t unfamiliar with putting money towards outdoor recreation.
However, the $10 million for regional trails included in the most recent state budget sets a new precedent for trails funding.
Although news of the money was welcomed with open arms by advocates, will it be a one-time budget blessing or the first taste of a new golden age for trails in the commonwealth?
An unexpected allotment
“We have supported trails in the past through various programs, but this is the first time we have put money directly toward recreational opportunities,” said Sen. Emmett Hanger, R-Augusta. “Gov. Northam was kind enough to put $5 million into the budget for outdoor trails. At one point we had even squirreled away $50 million dollars for trails, but it wasn’t realistic for us to keep t
Winter Warrior Challenge is 282-mile virtual ride from DC to Virginia-North Carolina border
The Virginia Capital Trail Foundation and the East Coast Greenway Alliance are partnering for the first-ever virtual Winter Warrior Challenge.
and last updated 2021-01-22 16:36:27-05
RICHMOND, Va. The Virginia Capital Trail Foundation and the East Coast Greenway Alliance are partnering for the first-ever virtual Winter Warrior Challenge.
So the Capital Trail is 51.7 miles trail, it goes from Richmond to James City County itâs awesome and the East Coast Greenway it is a trail that goes from Maine to Florida.
The hope is to stay active and âconquer Virginiaâ and so the goal would be to run, bike, walk, skateboard, 282 miles.