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History In Site: C&A Railway Power Plant, Charlottesville VA

by kellyHistory In Site February 16, 2022February 16, 2022One Comment

Every time I drive into Charlottesville on westbound Interstate 64, I notice a tall, ornate smokestack standing not far off as I cross the Rivanna River. I always assumed it was the remains of an old mill or something. Whenever I spot something like that, I have two thoughts: What is that? And: How can …

Wander: Crabtree Falls to Charlottesville VA

by kellyTravelogues February 16, 2022February 16, 2022No Comments

The weather promised a warmer day as we head into the end of winter, so I took a day to wander over towards the Blue Ridge. My plan was to hit a few different waterfall hikes along the Blue Ridge Parkway, but after my first stop at Crabtree Falls, I discovered the BRP was essentially …