 Low-key dates, families, dog-walkers, stroller-friendly wanders

 and walk the edge path. Pause at a bench and watch the swans and ducks cruise by. (Follow posted signs—skip bread; if feeding is allowed, use bird-safe snacks only.) 

 a low-angle shot of ripples with a swan gliding through the reflection of trees.

 on the paved loop (easy, flat, scenic). Stop at the fountain overlook for a minute of people-watching. 

 lawn. Spread a blanket, stretch out, and listen to the city hum. 

 your shoes + blanket in the foreground, Carillon arches blurred in the background.

Byrd Park Chill

Rainy RVA Day

A super quick guide to the back-door Browns Island entrance (from Oregon Hill).

Byrd Park Chill

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Rainy RVA Day

"Secret" Staircase: Oregon Hill

Daily Grind: Tuesday