National Kids to Parks Day

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.
Multiple Locations

When

May 21, 2022. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Join the rangers to get a glimpse into the lives of several different conservation career fields. Who knows, these programs could spark a lifelong interest in your little one or provide you with a new career path or volunteer opportunity.

10 a.m. - Tweets & Treats: Dive into the world of ornithology with a beginner friendly bird walk. Learn basic bird identification and learn more about your feathered friends.

12 p.m. - Fish 'FUNdamentals': Have you ever heard of an ichthyologist? Who knew that studying fish would have such a 'FINtastic' name. Discovering new things about our fish and lakes.

2 p.m. - Radical Reptiles: Slither on over to explore herpetology, the field studying amphibians and reptiles. Debunk a few common misconceptions about them.

4 p.m. - Another Day, Another Dollar: Become a historian as you tour the Civilian Conservation Corps Museum.

6 p.m. - Roast with a Ranger: Go home smelling like a park ranger after experiencing one of the best perks of the job – a campfire! Chat about camp fire safety and what it takes to be a ranger.

Reservations required for all programs. Email rebecca.whalen@dcr.virginia.gov or call (804) 796-4472.

Know Before You Go

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-796-4255
Email Address: Pocahontas@dcr.virginia.gov