RICHMOND — The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation announced it is now accepting grant applications for parks and outdoor recreation projects through the Land and Water Conservation Fund.

According to the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation, up to $7 million will be available. The Land and Water Conservation Fund Stateside Assistance Program is a 50-50% matching reimbursement program for acquiring, developing and rehabilitating park areas.

Since 1965, DCR notes nearly $126 million has been invested in more than 420 projects in Virginia, such as new public parks and improved amenities. All projects must be maintained and kept open as public outdoor recreation areas in perpetuity.

According to the Virginia Outdoors Survey, most Virginians place a high value o

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