Between 05/09/2024 and 05/19/2024
(55) Events Found For Event Types
Arts/Crafts/Photography Workshops
May 9, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Camp Store
Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!
May 10, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Clinch River State Park Oxbow Center
Join us at the Oxbow Center in Saint Paul for a fun craft session.
May 10, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
May 10, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
What can bones tell us about animal characteristics? Different animals have unique skeletons that are specialized to their way of life.
May 10, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Learn some of the trade secrets of what it takes to create the perfect "Fairy Stone" that everyone is looking for.
May 10, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Join us to hear about the impacts of fire; from the habitats it touches to how humans have learned to use it to our advantage throughout the ages.
May 11, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Playground Parking
If you love birds, people who love birds, and moms, this is the event for you!
May 11, 2024. 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Big Meadow Trailhead
Join a ranger and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park and about the particular fossils you can find here.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Visitor Center Lawn
Join us for a full day of live animal shows, hands on educational opportunities, and outdoor recreation clinics that all aim to highlight the rich natural history of Northern Virginia and foster stewardship of our environment.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Victorian Parlor
Mom does everything for you, now it’s your turn to do something for her. Show your mom some love this Mother’s Day weekend by submitting up to two of your mom’s favorite flowers either in honor of, or in memory of, for the museum’s floral display.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
Shhhh!
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Douthat Lake is home to some big, beautiful trout.
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Interpretive Area: Picnic Shelter 2
Join us in making homemade cards for the special women in your life, using real flowers!
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Visitor Center Porch
Flowers are a traditional Mother’s Day gift, but they only last so long.
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
The survival bracelet is the superhero utility belt of the outdoors.
May 11, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Learn some of the trade secrets of what it takes to create the perfect "Fairy Stone" that everyone is looking for.
May 11, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.
May 11, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.
May 11, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
You never know what critters you will see around Belle Isle, there's dozens to pick from. Join a ranger to learn about the insects we see and don't see and make a craft to take home and share with friends and family.
May 12, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Want to know more about how our animal friends parented their young?
May 12, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
Come join us at the Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center to create butterfly and flower crafts.
May 12, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Victorian Parlor
Mom does everything for you, now it’s your turn to do something for her. Show your mom some love this Mother’s Day weekend by submitting up to two of your mom’s favorite flowers either in honor of, or in memory of, for the museum’s floral display.
May 12, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Do you love art and nature?
May 12, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Visitor Center Porch
Flowers are a traditional Mother’s Day gift, but they only last so long.
May 12, 2024. 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Grayson Highlands State Park Visitor Center
Have you ever thought about what an animal eats?
May 12, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.
May 14, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Victorian Parlor
Enjoy an evening of floral themed creativity learning the Victorian Era pastime of decorating with pressed flowers.
May 15, 2024. 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Big Meadow Trailhead
Join a ranger and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park and about the particular fossils you can find here.
May 16, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Do you want to immerse yourself in Appalachian Mountain culture? Join volunteer John Alexander to learn about the Appalachian artisanal tradition and see how a true artisan works in this cultural demonstration.
May 17, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
May 17, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
Native birds are crucial to our ecosystems!
May 17, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Do you love art and nature?
May 17, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Learn some of the trade secrets of what it takes to create the perfect "Fairy Stone" that everyone is looking for.
May 17, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
Bring home a piece of history from Westmoreland as you learn to create shark tooth necklaces. All resources are provided, including shark teeth that you can choose from to create your super cool necklace that can be shown off to all your friends.
May 17, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Slime is survival.
May 17, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Camp Douthat Picnic Shelter
Tie-dye wasn't the brainchild of American hippies during the 1960s.
May 18, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
Interested in the world of fossils?
May 18, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Visitor Center
Join us for our nature photography series!
May 18, 2024. 9:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Throughout the Park
Connect your family to nature with our special programming for Kids to Parks Day.
May 18, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Launch A Parking
Stop by the nature booth to borrow a Family Learning Adventures adventure pack for the day.
May 18, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Potomac Trail
Celebrate National Kids to Park Day with a fun run at Leesylvania State Park. Dress up as your favorite animal and race others on the Potomac trail.
May 18, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Playground Parking
Otters, wildcats, and bears, oh my!
May 18, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Interpretive Campfire Circle - Campground D
Join a ranger to create something special from natural elements found around the park.
May 18, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Farm and Forestry Museum
Adventure into the outdoors and discover wildlife along the Trail with a ranger. All tiny participants will be given helpful hands-on bug finding tools for investigating nature signs. Let's try to use all of our senses to see, smell, touch, track and observe.
May 18, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
The Friends of Twin Lakes State Park is hosting its second annual 'shellebration' of World Turtle Day® with the following activities: turtle-themed games and face painting, a 'shellfie' station (with wearable turtle shells!), a turtle-themed craft, and visits from turtle experts with live turtles, as well as the beloved local 'shellebrity' Ranger Myrtle the turtle.
May 18, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Side Yard
To celebrate National Kids to Parks Day, the park is offering a Children's Prowl the Powell program.
May 18, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park Hillsman House
Bring the family out to enjoy an afternoon flying kites at our Historic Hillsman House location, which offers a perfect open space for some high-flying fun.
May 18, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Learn some of the trade secrets of what it takes to create the perfect "Fairy Stone" that everyone is looking for.
May 18, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.
May 18, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Front Gate
Participants who are interested in the Prowl the Powell nature series should meet volunteers and park staff at the front gate of the museum.
May 18, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Overflow Parking (River Bend Campground)
What would it be like to be able to see in the dark, strike prey like lightning, or soar through the air thousands of feet above the earth?
May 19, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Wilderness Road Blockhouse
Ever wonder what dolls of the 18th century frontier looked like or what they were made of?
May 19, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.
March 1, 2024 12:00 a.m. - March 1, 2025 11:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park New River Trail State Park
Schedule some fun at New River Trail State Park!
Jan. 1, 2024 12:00 a.m. - Dec. 31, 2025 11:59 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Stop by Hungry Mother's Discovery Center and ask front desk about our Park Packs.