#VAOutdoors “InstaMeets” for Great Outdoors Month on June 20

Virginia Tourism Corporation is working with localities to organize statewide #VAOutdoors InstaMeets on June 20. The gatherings are for outdoor enthusiasts who use Instagram to come together and share experiences by using the #VAOutdoors hashtag.

People using the hashtag will be featured at virginia.org/VAoutdoors. Virginia Tourism will create a slideshow of the top Instagram photos from each InstaMeet location to feature through social media and blog posts.

Below is the current schedule of #VAOutdoors InstaMeets. For more information, including an updated event schedule and map of InstaMeet locations, visit the Virginia Travel Blog.

JUNE 20 #VAOUTDOORS INSTAMEETS

Manassas - #DiscoverPWM: Leesylvania State Park in Manassas is perfect for hiking, birding, and water fun on the Potomac River. Head to Lee’s Woods Trail trailhead at 11 a.m. to meet up and then go explore the park. Follow Prince William & Manassas Convention and Visitors Bureau on Instagram at @discoverpwm.

Loudoun County - #InstAdventures: Harper’s Ferry Adventure Center offers a wide variety of outdoor adventures like tubing, whitewater rafting, zip line tours and aerial adventures for Instagrammers to capture, and Instameeters get the opportunity to participate in tubing and the aerial park at a discounted rate. Follow Loudoun County on Instagram at @VisitLoudoun and Harper’s Ferry Adventure Center at @HarpersFerryAdventureCenter.

Shenandoah County - #ShenCoOutdoors: This is a great InstaMeet for river lovers. Show up at 11 a.m. with tubes, kayaks and canoes at Meems Bottom Covered Bridge for a day out on the North Fork of the Shenandoah River. There’s also an additional meet-up site for a different point of view: Woodstock Tower! Two locations, one hashtag. Follow Shenandoah County on Instagram at @ShenandoahTravel.

Spotsylvania County - #WildSpotsy: Explore the wild side of Spotsylvania at Wilderness Presidential Resort! Participate by Instagramming your #WildSpotsy adventures for a chance to win prizes! The fun at Wilderness includes an adventure course and two lakes with boat rentals and a beach area. Follow Spotsylvania County on Instagram at @visitspotsy. 

Alexandria - #ExtraordinaryALX: Take a Photowalk in Old Town Alexandria. Meet at the corner of Queen Street and N. St. Asaph Street between 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. From there you’ll discover countless picturesque sights within a few short blocks as you get outdoors on a guided walking tour of Old Town Alexandria. Follow Alexandria on Instagram at @VisitAlexVA.

Hampton - #SlideTheCityHamptonVA: Slide the City is a 1,000-foot-long giant slip and slide that’s making its way around the country this summer will be in Hampton on June 20. Meet as a group for a photo at 11 a.m., then Instagram throughout the day of fun. Follow Hampton Convention & Visitor Bureau on Instagram at @VisitHamptonVA.

Roanoke - #StarMeet: The iconic Roanoke Star is Roanoke’s designated meet-up location; 6:30 p.m. should provide perfect ambient natural light for photos. The views are immense and the trails around the area are sure to please as well. Follow Roanoke Convention & Visitor Bureau on Instagram at @visitvbr.

Scott County - #BushMillVA: Nickelsville’s historic Bush Mill dates to 1896. Make it your sunset centerpiece or find a stunning vantage point from its location on June 20 at 7:30 p.m. Follow Scott County on Instagram at @scottcountyva.
 
Chesapeake - #PeakeFun: The annual KayaXpedition is a kayaking, canoeing and stand-up paddle-boarding festival. This year there are activities for beginner paddlers, experienced racers, and families that want to have an adventure together. Follow Chesapeake Convention & Visitor Bureau on Instagram at @VisitChesapeake.

Richmond - #Maymont: If you’ve never explored the 100-acre estate in Richmond, now’s as good a time as any. Maymont welcomes you to explore their beautiful gardens, sculptures and waterfall. Meet-up time and location are yet to be determined. Follow Maymont on Instagram at @maymontrva.

Botetourt County - #RoaringRun: Pack a picnic and come out to Roaring Run Recreational Area in Eagle Rock. Check out the eight miles of trails that crisscross Roaring Run Creek, and for sure, don’t miss Roaring Run Falls! Follow Botetourt County on Instagram at @BotetourtTourism.
 
Friends of Southwest Virginia, Town of Abingdon, and Town of Damascus - #VaCreeper: Instagrammers can meet as they bike the 34.3-mile Virginia Creeper Trail. Follow Friends of Southwest Virginia on Instagram at @southwest_virginia.

Virginia Beach - #VisitVaBeach: Surf lessons, paddle board lessons and beach yoga at Sandbridge Beach, False Cape State Park and Little Island Park. Follow Virginia Beach Convention & Visitor Bureau on Instagram at @visitvabeach.

Stratford - #OutdoorsatStratford: Come and see the beauty and splendor of Stratford Hall. Opportunities include Stratford Hall’s nature trails, walking to the beach from the Overlook and exploring the formal East Garden and grounds. Follow Stratford Hall on Instagram at @stratfordhall.

Giles County - #GilesCoVA: Music and Open Air Fun at the Pearisburg Festival in the Park. With live entertainment, food, rides, vendors, and 5000+ people- this outdoor festival is will a great place for instagramers to get together! Follow Giles County on Instagram at @GilesCoVA.

Learn more about InstaMeets on the Instagram blog at community.instagram.com.

Go to virginia.org/vaoutdoors for Great Outdoor Month travel inspiration an join the conversation by using #VAOutdoors. Stay connected with Virginia on Instagram and Twitter at @VisitVirginia and Facebook at facebook.com/VirginiaisforLovers.