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Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May (May 30 in 2011). Formerly known as Decoration Day, it commemorates men and women who died while in military service to the United States. 
It was first enacted to honor Union and Confederate soldiers following the American Civil War, later it was extended (after World War I) to honor Americans who have died in all wars.
At ACVDN we pause to honor all who have served, protected and passed our freedoms down the line for us to enjoy today. We hope you have a wonderful Memorial Day and pause for a few seconds to remember those who made it possible.
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Celebrating In Tight Times
The cost of gas and travel are thru the roof but if you are looking for a place to picnic, fish, swim or just watch the river you won't have to break the bank traveling. Check out these great locations and celebrate Memorial Day in Amherst County.
Monacan Park. Amherst Counties favorite; many have caught nice catfish out of the James. Located off of VA state route 130 on Monacan Park Road. The park is located beside the James River, and has a boat ramp and a dock for access to the river. It also has a childrens playground, and a covered picnic area. Restroom facilities round out the offerings. A great place to have fun for a day. Just before entering the Park you decend a huge hill on a slightly curvey road that opens into a lush river valley. There's plenty of shade and cool river drenched breezes. Remember to take a folding chair and you're almost in heaven. Gas motors are allowed and sometimes you'll see happy people in tow on skies trailing behind the boats.
Mill Creek Lake. This lake is a 190 acre watershed lake. You cannot use gas motors here. Quiet electric driven motors maintain silence and preclude oil leaks. There is a boat ramp for access to the lake, as well as picnic tables and grills. There are restrooms and a playground for your children. Located off Va State route 60 west at 238 Mill Creek Road, Amherst, Virginia.
Stone house Lake Park. This lake is 41 acres. It offers a boat ramp for access to the lake. Offers a picnic and playground area for children. Offers restroom facilities as well. No gas motor here. Located at 294 Stone house Lake Park, Amherst Virginia.
Thrashers Lake Park. A 36 acre lake with a boat ramp for access to the lake. No gas motors here. It offers picnic tables and grills as well as restroom facilities. Located at 223 Thrashers Lake Road, Amherst Virginia.
In addition to these beautiful bodies of water there are walking and biking paths and vinyards waiting for your visit.
If you live in central Virginia and are looking for a one day trip destination the Blue Ridge Parkway might be just the ticket.
Woodhaven Lakes, a Private Camping Resort Woodhaven Lakes is a year round private camping resort. With 1756 acres of resort including seven man made lakes, you can find all kinds of outdoor actvities and fun.
Travel east on Route 60 for about a Third of an hour and you can connect with the James River State Park. From the traffic circle in amherst take 60 toward richmond. When you cross the James River past Gladstone and leave Nelson County look directly to your left and there is the sign for the Park. Leave the bridge take the first left and the river road leads you to the Park.
James River State Park, six miles down river from Bent Creek, opened June 20, 1999. The park has three miles of river frontage, 1,500 acres of rolling farm meadows, three fishing ponds, beautiful vistas, 15 miles of hiking trails and quiet forests.
The park has primitive camping, regular camping, a camping lodge (bunkhouse), cabins and lodges. This park has three campgrounds. Two of them, Branch Pond and Canoe Landing, are open year-round for primitive camping. There are primitive restrooms in each campground. Red Oak Campground has 30 regular sites with water and electricity and a full service bathhouse with laundry facilities. The campground, about 1.5 miles from
They have camping sites and cabins for rent and some of the best views and water fun available anywhere. Choose any of Virginia's State Parks for an exciting get away. These are the best deals for fun and an affordable get away in the state of Virginia.
You can celebrate Memorial Day locally, in Amherst County or in sourrounding counties. Save on gas and don't beat dad to death driving. We have great vistas on our doorstep that people travel many hundreds of miles to see. Be thankful for our Veterans and our little piece of mother earth, its a pretty piece.
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Dr. Schmookler and wife April
Dr. Schmookler is a candidate for Congress in Virginia's 6th District. He has visited and met with many in our locality and will return. Keep reading ACVDN for the where and when. To visit his web site click HERE .Also keep in mind
Bert Dodson
The great machine of life is directing Bert to Richmond as the first Senator from Virginia's newly created 22nd Senate District. All across the 22nd people are excited about Bert running and his crowds have been large and vocal. The people want a voice and good representation in the capitol and Bert has spent the greater part of his adult years looking out for the needs of working people. You only have one vote so you might as well cast it for someone who keeps you and your struggles in his heart. Bert Dodson is that man.
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