Welcome to our Chapter!

Founded in 1947, the Fredericksburg-Rappahannock Chapter is one of the oldest of the Izaak Walton League's 300 chapters. Serving central Virginia in the fight to protect our country's natural heritage and improving outdoor activities for all Americans. We invite you to learn about our work and join us in supporting important conservation initiatives in our historic community.

Our 123 acre park is in the heart of the Fredericksburg-Chancellorville Civil War Battlegrounds. This is some of the most environmentally sensitive land in the U.S. Our 500+ members enjoy a large stocked pond, 4 firearms ranges, joint-use archery ranges, hiking trails, wooded picnic areas, playground areas, approved camping, 3 pavillions, and a club house. Our members reside in several counties surrounding Fredericksburg. We host nearly 2000 Boy Scouts that camp and train at our facility. We have hosted the Fredericksburg Dog Mart for nearly 50 years. The Dog Mart Event goes back over 300 years and celebrates the trading of goods between Native Americans and early settlers. And we have a Great Time!

We encourage all aspects of nature training through our park. We have nature trails and excellent fishing that draw thousands of youth campers each year. Our youth are the future conservationist!

Greg Raines - President