Family Learning Adventures - Activities to Explore the Wild!

Location of Powhatan State Park in Virginia

Where

Powhatan State Park, 4616 Powhatan State Park Rd., Powhatan, VA 23139.
Launch A Parking

When

June 1, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Stop by the nature booth to borrow a Family Learning Adventures adventure pack for the day. These fun exploratory hands-on activities for school-aged children come in backpacks and plastic tubs that can be checked out for the day or overnight for families that are camping. Naturalist and educator Roger Pinholster will be there to assist you in selecting your pack and answer any questions you have.

The packs are free to check out. A staff member will coach and guide the entire family on how to use the materials and equipment. The pack's activities focus on Virginia's wildlife and natural environment. Topics include: amphibians and reptiles, birds, global cycles, food webs, insects, mammals, rocks, trees, weather, and the newest addition...wolves!

The booth will be open at the Launch A parking lot from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

photo of guides

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-598-7148
Email Address: powhatan@dcr.virginia.gov