Rappahannock Adventures

05/21/2026

I love to Rock My River with the team from River Rock Outfitter. Fish on.

My longtime friend Mr. Woodie Walker, owner of Rappahannock Adventures, just rolled out with a shiny new kayak! And let’s be honest…if anyone is going to immediately disappear into the wilderness with it, it’s Woodie.

Nothing says “ready for your next adventure” quite like strapping a kayak to your roof.

Be like Woodie. Add a little flair to your rooftop. 🚣

(Visit and book an adventure with Woodie)

05/14/2026

Special place, special hosts, for special guests.

Step back in time with a stay at the Historic Hoskins Country Store . This one-of-a-kind Airbnb blends vintage charm with a peaceful Essex County setting, offering a truly memorable place to unwind.

From its preserved character to its quiet surroundings, it’s the kind of stay that makes your visit feel a little more special—and a lot more local.

Planning a trip to Essex? Skip the standard stay and experience something with a story. Check it out at the link.

05/13/2026

They are amazing! 5:11 pm May 13, 2026. RVA Falcon Cam.

05/04/2026

New records for Essex County. A Queensnake!

04/28/2026

One more sleep and wake-up until...

Community Meeting Tomorrow: Chesapeake Gateways & Essex-Tappahannock

We want to hear from you! Join us tomorrow for a community meeting with the National Park Service to learn what a Chesapeake Gateways Community designation could mean for Essex-Tappahannock.

Meet the NPS team, ask questions, and explore how this program can support local stories, tourism, and community priorities.

Essex County School Board Conference Room
109 Cross Street, Tappahannock
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

04/28/2026

Big fish = big money!

🎣 Hook, win & weekend in Tappahannock! 🌊🏆

Cast your line and make a weekend of it—Rotary Big Fish Tournament returns on June 27, 2026.

🐟 What’s biting? Croaker, Catfish, Snakehead & Spot
💰 $4,400 in prizes – Adult & Youth divisions in each category
🕖 When? 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM
📍 Where? The Rappahannock River (Port Royal to White Stone)
⚓ Weigh-in: Dock Street at the Moose Lodge

💵 Registration:
• $175 by June 1 (includes FREE t-shirt 👕)
• $200 after June 1

🎉 Bonus: Stick around after weigh-in for free hamburgers & hot dogs at the Moose Lodge!

Come for the tournament, stay for the weekend. After a day on the water, explore Tappahannock’s river views, grab fresh seafood, shop local, and unwind in our charming waterfront town.

🎟️ Register + details: www.rotarybigfish.com

🏞️ Plan your stay: www.VisitTappahannock.com

Tag your crew, book your stay, and get ready to reel in a great weekend in Tappahannock! 🐠

03/23/2026

Have you seen a hog-nosed snake? Biologists want to know. Citizen science helps.

03/18/2026

Capt. Chris Newsome provided some of the top fly fishing experiences of my life. He anticipates the 2026 season on the Chesapeake Bay will be the most difficult of his career. Read why. BTW, he says late spring will be best. I just booked.

As I enter my 26th season of guiding on the Chesapeake Bay, I reflect on how the fishery on Virginia’s Middle Peninsula has changed in my lifetime. A local idol of mine, Gilbert Klingel, spent a la…

02/01/2026

On the banks of the Rappahannock River! May 23, 2026.

RivahFest is back in 2026! Save Saturday, May 23, for the return of this classic community festival in Historic Downtown Tappahannock.
The organizers have a website with info and a vendor registration page. See link in comments for photos from the 2013 event. Recognize anyone? 😎

01/21/2026

Inclement Weather Announcement: I just signed up for Essex County’s CodeRed Notification system. It was easy and I'll get text message about severe weather alerts, like Sunday's Snowmageddon.