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Forest Soundscape Walk

Location of Powhatan State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Playground Parking Lot
Main Park Address: Powhatan State Park, 4616 Powhatan State Park Rd., Powhatan, VA 23139.

When

April 18, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Have you ever wondered what a plant would sound like if it could speak...or play music? Do plants communicate with each other? On this special Earth Week hike, you'll take a dive into the magical sensory world of plant communication and activity, aided by the use of an electrical signal monitoring device that will allow us to listen to each plant's unique musical compositions in real-time! You're bound to be amazed as your senses tune into the incredible pulse of life found everywhere on planet Earth.

The walk will be at a leisurely pace up to 1 mile along Cabin Trail to Big Woods Trail, which is mostly flat. There will be frequent stopping to use the monitoring device to listen to plants. We recommend wearing close-toed shoes and bringing water.

Please register to let us know you're coming. While not required for this program, it is recommended! If you register, we will be able to contact you if the program is cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

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About Earth Day

In celebration of Earth Day on April 22, Virginia State Parks offers a range of special events and activities highlighting the importance of conservation and sustainability. Visitors are invited to participate in educational programs, guided nature walks, wildlife observation, tree plantings and service projects to help preserve the beauty and biodiversity of the state’s 44 parks.

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