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The Nelson County Blog
Spring in Nelson County: Where Every Moment Deserves a Toast
Spring in Nelson County: Where Every Moment Deserves a Toast
Spring in Nelson County: Where Every Moment Deserves a Toast
Apple Season Adventures: Why Nelson County’s Fall Deserves a Spot on Your Calendar
Apple Season Adventures: Why Nelson County’s Fall Deserves a Spot on Your Calendar
Apple Season Adventures: Why Nelson County’s Fall Deserves a Spot on Your Calendar
Crabtree Falls and Craft Ales: Your Perfect Nelson County Weekend
Crabtree Falls and Craft Ales: Your Perfect Nelson County Weekend
Crabtree Falls and Craft Ales: Your Perfect Nelson County Weekend
Lovingston: Your Perfect Romantic Escape in Nelson County
Lovingston: Your Perfect Romantic Escape in Nelson County
Lovingston: Your Perfect Romantic Escape in Nelson County
5 Adventure Challenges You Can’t Miss in Nelson County
5 Adventure Challenges You Can’t Miss in Nelson County
5 Adventure Challenges You Can’t Miss in Nelson County
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Something historic just got brewed… and we mean that literally. 🍺
In honor of America’s 250th birthday, Nelson County’s breweries along the Nelson 151 and Nelson 29 Craft Beverage Trails joined forces to create Liberty Hollow Ale. One county. Two trails. One incredible collab beer!
And the fun doesn’t stop there. Our Founding Foragers VA250 passport trail takes you through the farms, orchards, cideries, and vineyards of Virginia’s Blue Ridge — the same ones that fueled American independence 250 years ago. Complete your passport for a chance to win an overnight stay in Nelson County.
This is how Nelson County celebrates 250 years of American history. Come be part of it. 🍎
Visit our website to learn more!
#VA250 #LibertyHollow #FoundingForagers #VisitNelsonCounty #Nelson151 Nelson29 VirginiaIsForLovers
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@loveridgeva
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Spring in the Blue Ridge is one of the best seasons for foraging 🌿From prized morels to ramps & fresh greens, the forest begins offering its first abundance of the year in March!
Love Ridge offers the perfect basecamp to explore & reconnect with the land.
Book a 2-night stay in one of our 1- or 2-bedroom cabins & enjoy:
▪15% off your entire stay
▪Complimentary late checkout (Sun-Thur only)
▪BOOK NOW with link: rebrand.ly/spring15
▪Promo valid thru April 1st
Always forage responsibly, harvest lightly, and properly identify any plant before consuming. Save this guide for your spring visit.
#SpringintheMountains #NatureWalks #Foraging #BlueRidgeMountains #LoveRidge Forage VisitVirginia VirginiaisforForagers
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Spring is springing in the mountains of Virginia and we’ve got hiking and beer on our minds 🥾🍺🥾🍺🥾
A huge thank you to our friend @uphillsnacker for including us in her new book — we’re so honored and can’t wait to hit the trails ☀️
We’re ready to shake off winter’s chill and welcome cabin nights, bonfires, fresh mountain air, and trail days that end with a cold one 🔥🍺
Adventure season is here…
Make your plans to visit Nelson County and let the adventures begin 🥳
#hikevirginia #blueridgemountains
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@veritaswinery 🍷 Virginia Governor’s Cup results are here! We are grateful and honored to have received three gold medals this year, and we cannot wait to celebrate with industry members and wine lovers at the Cup Gala next Thursday in Richmond.
2026 Gov Cup Gold Medalists:
🍾 Scintilla NV Sparkling Wine
🍷 Veritas Reserve 2023
🥂 Monticello White Blend 2023
Congratulations to all medalists! @vawine @monticellowinetrail @nelson151
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@wrfbrewery The Charlottesville Astronomical Society is join us Saturday, February 28th for a Moon and Planet viewing event starting at 7pm. This is a free event to the public. Bring a blanket or jacket and stay warm as you enjoy a tour of the nights sky.
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Join us this Sunday March 1st for an unforgettable glassblowing experience. If you’ve always been curious what it takes to shape, sculpt, and create in molten glass now is your chance. Our experienced teachers make glassblowing accessible and fun. This is a 3 hr class that will explore all the basics and more. Grab your friends and LET’S GO!
We are located along scenic 151 in Afton, Virginia. After your class enjoy all the beauty of the area. From wineries to skiing Nelson County has it all.
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We’re thrilled to share our Virginia Distillery Co. Blue Ridge Toasted Barrel Finish was named Best American Single Malt at the 2026 World Whiskies Awards. This incredible recognition reflects the dedication and passion of our entire team. If you haven’t experienced this award-winning whisky yet, we hope you’ll pour a glass and celebrate with us. 🥃✨
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Nelson County is for lovers ❤️
Winter lovers ❄️
Mountain lovers 🏔️
Cabin lovers ❤️
Wine lovers 🍷
Hot toddy by the fire lovers 🔥
Adventure lovers ⛷️
From romantic getaways to ride-or-die weekends and Galentine escapes in the mountains — Nelson County has it all 💃🏼
Start planning at nelsoncounty.com 🔥❄️🏔️
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