Eric Wallace

Staunton

Freelance Writer at Atlas Obscura

Freelance Writer at Blue Ridge Outdoors

Articles

The Ultimate Guide to Cycling Virginia's Northern Neck

1 month ago | virginialiving.com | Eric Wallace

I've chased adventure by kayak down the Mississippi and skied pristine slopes near and far, but nothing rivals the intimate freedom of a well-planned bike journey. There's an intoxicating simplicity in compressing your world into compact panniers and surrendering to the rhythm of the road-no deadlines, no obligations, just the hypnotic spin of wheels against asphalt and the quiet anticipation of what lies beyond the next bend.
Warner Hall Reimagined | Coastal Virginia Magazine

1 month ago | coastalvirginiamag.com | Eric Wallace

By Eric J. Wallace / Photos Courtesy of BluWater GroupImagine boating up the thousand-foot-wide Severn River past densely wooded banks punctuated by restored Antebellum-era estates, upscale homes, undeveloped tidal creeks and marshes. You dock at a historic boathouse with a posh waterfront bar area and sunset viewing deck on the grounds of a plantation home turned boutique inn that was originally established in the 1640s by George Washington’s great-great-grandfather.
Virginia Educators Turn to Nature to Enhance Learning

1 month ago | virginialiving.com | Eric Wallace

Take a midday spring stroll through Virginia Beach 's First Landing State Park and you might happen upon a heartwarming sight: A group of about a dozen children aged 3 to 6 snoozing in a motley array of sleeping bags and hammocks beneath a canopy of live oaks, dripping with Spanish moss. The Lost-Boys-esque tableau repeats in public lands or farms around the city on most weekdays throughout the year.
Family Basecamps

Mar 4, 2025 | blueridgeoutdoors.com | Eric Wallace

When winter breaks and the weather turns warm, it’s time to dust off the camping gear and plan a trip to the mountains. And with plenty of wide-open public lands, the Blue Ridge region is chock full of great options—though some are more kid-friendly than others. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. From lux glamping to primitive sites in a picturesque forest, these six campgrounds bring amenities and destination-worthy outdoor adventures that offer something for everyone.
Restoration of 17-Century Ship in Virginia Sets Sails

Jan 20, 2025 | virginialiving.com | Madeline Mayhood |Hope Cartwright |Eric Wallace |Markus Schmidt

With the winds of hope and prosperity filling its sails, the Susan Constant landed at Jamestown in 1607 with 54 Englishmen aboard hoping for glory and gold. Fast forward 400 years, the original three-masted square rig has long since disappeared, but her lore has remained a vital connection to Virginia’s past, serving as a floating classroom for history buffs, students, tourists, even royalty.
History Talk - Restoring Humanity: Jewish Soldiers and the Liberation of Nazi Camps

Jan 13, 2025 | virginialiving.com | Madeline Mayhood |Hope Cartwright |Eric Wallace

Explores the role that Jewish American Soldiers played in liberating Nazi concentration camps during World War II. Beginning in the spring of 1945, the U.S. Army began uncovering these camps, revealing the horrific realities of the Holocaust. These Soldiers, many of whom were fluent in Yiddish, were not only witnesses to the atrocities but also the first to offer solace and a sense of community to the survivors.
"Beaded Flying Pig Workshop" at the Del Ray Artisans

Jan 13, 2025 | virginialiving.com | Madeline Mayhood |Hope Cartwright |Eric Wallace

“Beaded Flying Pig Workshop” at the Del Ray Artisans Instructor: Amy CastineDate/Time: Sunday, January 19, 6-9pmCost: $50 Del Ray Artisans member / $60 Non-member; plus $15 Supply FeeClass size: 4-8 participants(Register by midnight on January 16)Create a fun piece of wearable bead art! While bead embroidery may look complicated, it doesn’t have to be. In this class, you will learn beginning bead embroidery stitches as you create your own flying pig pin/pendant.
Building an Art Collection with Soul and Intention

Jan 11, 2025 | virginialiving.com | Heather Bien |a Virginia- |Hope Cartwright |Eric Wallace

Early memories shape the art we gravitate toward. That could be a walk through the Met on a childhood trip to New York. Perhaps it’s the illustrations from a favorite children’s book or a certain angle in your bedroom that stretched your understanding of color and light as the hours and seasons evolved. For Page Evans Corey, those early memories include riding ponies at Jamie and Phyllis Wyeth’s family farm.
Virginia Ranks Best in Business, Lifestyle, and More

Jan 6, 2025 | virginialiving.com | Hope Cartwright |Eric Wallace |Erin McPherson

National publications, studies, and ranking lists agree: Virginia is for lovers—and winners. Here’s a look into several ways Virginia topped the charts in 2024:CNN Travel crowned Richmond as America’s best town to visit in 2024 for its rich arts, culture, and history, plus a great food and beverage scene. For the sixth year in a row, Virginia was number one on CNBC’s list of top states for business in the U.S. for infrastructure and education.
Maritime Powerhouse & Gateway to the World

Jan 1, 2025 | covabizmag.com | Eric Wallace

2 by Eric WallaceCalling the Port of Virginia (POV) vital to the state and national economy is an understatement: It handles around 14.3 million tons of containerized imports annually, supports more than 565,000 jobs, and posts yearly net output sales of more than $124 billion. About one in every “nine or ten jobs [in Virginia] have activity attached to what we do,” wrote port CEO, Stephen Edwards, in 2024’s fiscal year-end statement.