Staycation: Keep Summer Break Easy on the Environment & Wallet

By: City of Newport News

Save time, money and emissions by getting away from it all in your own backyard. From camping to hiking and biking through parks and natural areas, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a local staycation, while reducing your environmental footprint. 
Watery ExcursionsWe are surrounded by water in Newport News, with ample opportunities to explore. A beach day or ferry boat ride makes perfect sense. Use FishSwimPlay.com to find a new favorite fishing hole or water trail.
Two-wheeled FunWhat could be more fun and eco-friendlier than biking? The 5.3 loop of the Bikeway at Newport News Park comes with views of meadows, woodlands, the Lee Hall Reservoir and Colonial National Historical Park. Animal AttractionFor viewing animals of all shapes and sizes, there are options throughout the area. From indoor galleries to the boardwalk trail, you can view critters at the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News. Norfolk’s Virginia Zoo offers a beautifully landscaped tour of animals from across the globe and the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center features amazing animals representing hundreds of species. Maritime/Flight ExplorationCheck out numerous maritime attractions including the Mariners’ Museum and Park, and the Virginia Beach Surf & Rescue Museum. Learn about flight at the Virginia Air & Space CenterAir Power Park or Military Aviation Museum.
HistoryThe abundance of American history in our own backyard will have your summer itinerary overflowing! Discover the Virginia War MuseumLee Hall Mansion, and Historic Endview. Don’t forget America’s Historic Triangle, which includes Jamestown Settlement, the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and Colonial Williamsburg.            For more tips and green-themed itineraries visit www.askHRgreen.org.