Between 08/31/2024 and 09/10/2024
(476) Events Found For All Event Types
![Sky Meadows State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/772/20494444790_713fdc24e4_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 19, 2024 10:00 a.m. - Sept. 22, 2024 4:00 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Visitor Center
By collecting monarch eggs and caterpillars to raise indoors, we are improving their chances of surviving to the butterfly stage; aiding this endangered species.
![Smith Mountain Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53821831862_7a04256c66_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 30, 2024 3:00 p.m. - Sept. 2, 2024 7:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Park-wide
Looking for a family-friendly way to extend your summer fun?
![Mason Neck State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48759677482_2faa863506_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 6:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Mason Neck State Park Kayak Launch Shoreline
Are you ready to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city?
![Natural Tunnel State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51812371113_887f1c45b3_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Stock Creek Recreation Area
Spend time floating five and a half miles down the Clinch River.
![Staunton River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8085/8364116069_0b2cce6f01_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Let's learn all about our friends, THE BEES!
![High Bridge Trail State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5572/15102578137_91106aa586_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park Main Street Plaza
Join a park ranger for a morning bike ride on High Bridge Trail.
![Grayson Highlands State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/3464/3746374226_3531b07b8b_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Grayson Highlands State Park Campground
Join certified instructor and Hickory Ridge Camp Host, Cheryl Arden, for yoga in the Hickory Ridge Campground Meadow.
![Westmoreland State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53221536166_5c6569d8eb_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Big Meadow Trailhead
Join a ranger, enjoy Big Meadow Trail, and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park.
![Powhatan State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8896/18457523101_8d6351f7af_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Yates Parking
Would you like to have the chance to explore the trails in Powhatan State Park and meet new people?
![Sky Meadows State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51982591571_dd64a91d10_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Boston Mill Road Trail near the Park Office
From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.
![Caledon State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/2611/3857530918_7e4825af33_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Caledon State Park Front Lawn
Come on down to the river for an in-seine-ly good time!
![New River Trail State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8445/8021065066_97995d9607_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Shot Tower- 283 Pauley Flatwoods Rd. Austinville, Va 24312
Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.
![Lake Anna State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4374/36628719965_7f10984190_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Become a prospector as we follow in the footsteps of "Stampmill Sam".
![Mason Neck State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/1785/43102629442_69e908819d_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Visitor Center Lawn
Become a steward of nature while building your local community and connecting with the people near you that share a passion for the outdoors. Meet with rangers at the Mason Neck State Park Visitor Center for a short talk about conservation and to get supplies to clean up the trash that washes onto the shoreline or is left and scattered along the trails and recreational areas. Clean-Up days are self-paced, so come clean our shoreline for as much time as you can spare to make a difference at the park.
![York River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53203620526_7374469753_z.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
From the ashes of the old Fossil Beach has arisen a new, dynamic ecosystem. The living shoreline between the rip-rap and water’s edge is attracting interesting estuarine and marine creatures and plants. Discover them and how living shorelines enhance and protect our waterfronts.
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53010884746_8e3266319c_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
Owls, bats and bugs oh my!
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/40715022903_75c9b83833_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Douthat State Park Camp Store Parking Area
Join Master Naturalist Kim Manion for a short walk to discover the basics of tree identification.
![Bear Creek Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/1814/43964454802_eaa210a6d4_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
The use of bows to shoot arrows has been a part of global history for thousands of years whether for defense, survival, or sport.
![Belle Isle State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52545467884_8d1c5b62ba_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Camp Store
Join a ranger for a 1.5-mile guided hike through fields and marsh to a splendid beach view of the Rappahannock River.
![James River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5124/5375555156_c1bed4e087_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.
![Raymond R.](https://live.staticflickr.com/8017/7414410526_3b6cfd73f7_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park RV Bathhouse
Can you shout out BINGO first? Join us for birding bingo, a guided birding hike along the Bluebell Trail.
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7839/46455592555_c11188a1d9_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
Find out what lurks below the surface of the swamp in the fun dip-netting adventure!
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48472550972_6c4fd52992_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Boat Ramp
Ever wonder what animals call Kiptopeke home or what those shells on the beach are called?
![Grayson Highlands State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8029/7937933588_88231816a9_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Grayson Highlands State Park Picnic Area
The Albert Hash Memorial Festival will feature Old Time Music, dancing, food, crafts, and instrument makers.
![Pocahontas State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7579/15639157680_59c066bc4a_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make ink and leaf prints from the husks of the black walnut fruit.
![Westmoreland State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5057/5473260031_7b9666c0e2_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
Learn about red-eared slider turtles as you watch them chow down on lunch!
![Machicomoco State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53155262714_814624a82d_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Interpretive Area: Picnic Shelter 2
Have you ever wanted to try camping, but didn't because it all seems so confusing and expensive?
![Hungry Mother State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/3054/5761440863_e9cdedf714_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
Embrace your wild side and come play a game of chase that predator and prey have to "play" to survive every day.
![Leesylvania State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51478914421_a28bb5d1ff_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Pond
Fire safety is one of our park’s top priorities.
![Westmoreland State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53050639154_44bf419ff7_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
It's feeding time, watch and learn about a few of our ambassador animals, Reba the Corn Snake or Stevie the King Snake, as they prepare to feed on a frozen mouse! .
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52061431522_e141ab1ae3_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Flutter on over to meet with Master Naturalist Kim Manion to discuss all things butterflies.
![Smith Mountain Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4489/37335198580_1fc7119aeb_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Under tent below beach pavilion
Investigate interesting facts about our visiting Ospreys: how do you tell the male from the female?
![New River Trail State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8073/8287070397_4c3c5070cf_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
Go back in time to the historic village of Foster Falls.
![Pocahontas State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4535/38158608586_fc93c7552a_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Picnic Area by Aquatic Complex
Bring your brunch and dine al fresco with Boxie, one of our educational ambassadors.
![Fairy Stone State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5572/14957603791_8c700f43f0_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations, and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will travel to the site.
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5005/5220820327_451a37bfe7_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Bay Lab (inside the Main Visitor Center)
Step inside to learn all about the magic of the Chesapeake Bay and its inhabitants.
![Natural Tunnel State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50371972487_227325c217_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Tunnel Platform
Find time to head down to the Tunnel Platform where you’ll find amazing views of the 300-foot-tall amphitheater walls of the Natural Tunnel, rock pigeons, and if you’re lucky, a train.
![Chippokes State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/3786/9624104274_e1769b767d_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Jones-Stewart Mansion
This historical building tour is designed to highlight the architecture of the time, designs, furnishings, special touches, ornate decor, and stories within the walls of the Jones-Stewart Mansion.
![Hungry Mother State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8225/28764685794_819673198f_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
All of the park's original facilities back in the 1930's were built by hand.
![Leesylvania State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48009736227_93a83ff0af_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Pond
The trash and litter we leave behind can hurt the environment.
![Belle Isle State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52545605370_44901b6419_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
There are many amazing critters living in the waters around Belle Isle.
![Fairy Stone State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8741/27707815163_1b73d7fcfe_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle.
![James River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/46888991425_6f470682cc_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.
![Caledon State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53236751313_aeee51347f_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Caledon State Park Front Lawn
Experience one of the the last paddles of the summer season at Caledon!
![Pocahontas State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51676495776_391c241a59_w.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Have you ever wondered how snakes can swallow something as big as their own heads?
![Lake Anna State Park](/state-parks/image/data/la-location.png)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Slither on down and join the Park Ranger for an in depth look into the fascinating lives of some local reptiles.
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50072951796_bcd0f59a92_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
This "crab" is actually more closely related to spiders and scorpions.
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4103/4835182540_0bd6db89b8_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Complex
Black bears capture human admiration and interest like few other wildlife species.
![Twin Lakes State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49772405113_e516c9dc72_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.
![Raymond R.](https://live.staticflickr.com/1824/41298623210_bc481292aa_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Picnic Shelter 1
What is a gundalow? These long wooden flatboats were used to haul merchandise down the Shenandoah River.
![Natural Tunnel State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/1583/24481885720_b4cde0c742_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Join us as we build a beaver to find out if their teeth, and other body parts, are useful, or just a cruel joke played by Mother Nature.
![Smith Mountain Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7455/27997721055_6dffded718_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Under tent below beach pavilion
Take some time to get out of the hot sun and join our park nature interpreter under the tent for some fun crafts. Create your own butterfly, make a picture using the sun, or "scratch-up" some art.
![Claytor Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48121672012_ee1c7feaee_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Interpretive Campfire Circle - Campground D
What is paracord and what is it used for?
![Mason Neck State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7835/46618849421_91208c0abe_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Turtle Pond by the Kayak Launch
Learn more about the remarkable and misunderstood world of snakes!
![Fairy Stone State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8554/8989534903_f9c38c5424_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 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.
![Staunton River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7926/40245985383_e247f71811_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Come on out to the park and test your paddling skills.
![High Bridge Trail State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8284/7851952550_51b663eae0_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park High Bridge
Be on the lookout for our Roving Ranger as they roam the trail around High Bridge with interesting historical items from the park.
![Hungry Mother State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8741/27707815163_1b73d7fcfe_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Come "shell-ebrate" some of the coolest animals around and meet Hungry Mother State Park's ambassador turtles.
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53264436922_9bab6dba93_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Complex
Ever wanted to touch the fur of a skunk or an opossum?
![Leesylvania State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8041/8020273705_284743aa07_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Field
Be on the lookout for our Roving Ranger as they roam the picnic areas and beaches with interesting animals or historical artifacts from the park.
![Belle Isle State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8843/28157765180_df4ffc826a_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
We are on an expedition to have some fun, make a splash, and discover some of the tiny creatures that inhabit the shoreline of the Rappahannock River.
![James River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/47966713102_501f491b88_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
The batteau was a historically significant boat used in the 18th and 19th centuries.
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4055/4277494031_cb8eedab92_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center Picnic Tables
How many animal inhabitants of First Landing can you identify?
![Powhatan State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53773697615_9de21b5675_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Shelter 3
What would your shell say about you if you were a box turtle?
![Fairy Stone State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4785/40790781921_a57f94ec28_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Trees have magical qualities which give us many important everyday items and the oxygen we breathe.
![Pocahontas State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7867/32745584038_3732458b04_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Picnic Area by Aquatic Complex
Take a look at the fascinating lives of insects and let your creative juices flow.
![Lake Anna State Park](/state-parks/image/data/la-location.png)
Aug. 31, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Join the Ranger on an exploration of the Old Pond Trail.
![Smith Mountain Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52061431522_e141ab1ae3_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Under tent below beach pavilion
Explore the life cycle of butterflies. Learn what is special about the monarch butterfly. What do they like to eat?
![Claytor Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53033954071_8a2b2b44b5_w_d.jpg)
This event has been canceled.
Aug. 31, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 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.
![Fairy Stone State Park](https://localist-images.azureedge.net/photos/33864501103747/huge/54f928be790d7f2a7a5bc86b5e7640ff5084d5a0.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Frogs, crawdads, and children, oh my!
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4896/32041597098_4b4244a2a1_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Complex
Can you imagine not having a TV or cell phone?
![Bear Creek Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7509/15146740603_2855809745_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Acorn Loop Shelter
Create your own Bear Creek Lake State Park souvenir while making memories.
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7440/10559796584_9b48e23189_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park South Beach
What's that big net used for? Join us as we teach you how to use a seine net and see what we can discover below the surface of the Chesapeake Bay. Meet at the South Beach entrance and wear clothes that can get wet. Great for all ages! .
![Natural Tunnel State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4835/45170787894_075790dc34_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Stock Creek Recreation Area
Get down and dirty with this two-hour wild cave tour.
![Bear Creek Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5050/5220976026_35a677c1a3_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Acorn Loop Shelter
Make them this morning, use them tonight.
![False Cape State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49105843018_0bdf341273_w.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.
![James River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52624994297_024f5efb58_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4/IDA viewing area
This is a special event that comes once a year, so don’t miss out. This unique program is presented by the Yapatoko. They will be sharing their culture, stories, drums, and dancing. Be prepared to join in and celebrate Native American history.
![Hungry Mother State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5512/12182961165_39e59c8100_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Campfire Pit behind Shelter 3
Spend an entertaining evening sitting around the campfire with other park visitors.
![Pocahontas State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/1890/43796180254_2191ffa76c_w.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Camp Store
Come create your own fire starter for your next camping adventure.
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4167/34428015165_7c78b81930_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Entrance to Main Boardwalk
Practice your netting skills to find out what lives in the Bay using techniques dating back to ancient times!
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Aug. 31, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Throughout the summer we offer multiple opportunities for you to take a tour of our beautiful park by wagon ride.
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Aug. 31, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Take a lantern lit chairlift ride down to the naturally made tunnel.
![Machicomoco State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53458085919_c23992758d_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 7:15 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Interpretive Area: Hillside Steps
Explore some of Machicomoco’s best views during golden hour while stopping in to talk with a Ranger about some of their favorite park topics.
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Aug. 31, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Acorn Loop Shelter
Before settling into your campsite or cabin for the night, come meet a park ranger at the campfire to hear about the park, learn about the critters that share our space, ask questions, or share a story of your own.
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Aug. 31, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Get away from the city lights and gaze at the celestial bodies in the night sky. Discover how to identify constellations and hear a legend or two of how they came to be. This program is dependent on the clarity of the viewing sky on the night it occurs. Reservations with prepayment only. Canoes $13 per person or $8 per person in a family of 4+.
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Aug. 31, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Overflow Parking (River Bend Campground)
Step back in time as we uncover the mysteries of those at rest in the park's historic cemetery.
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Aug. 31, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Picnic Shelter 1
Join us at picnic shelter #1 for a late-night hike as we search for owls and other nocturnal animals that call Kiptopeke home. Hike is roughly 1 mile and better suited for older kids and adults.
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This event has been canceled.
Aug. 31, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Interpretive Campfire Circle - Campground D
Join us by the campfire for a relaxing evening as we welcome you back to the park.
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Aug. 31, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Cedar Creek Trail
A nearly century-long tradition continues as the Natural Bridge is bathed in light the last Saturday night of every month, April through October. Experience the 200-foot-tall arch as it is lit from above and below by dozens of lights, with the only sound being the murmuring of Cedar Creek running below.
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Aug. 31, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Camp Store
Are you ready to join the Secret Spider Society?
![Staunton River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5557/15092977090_0b119cdafc_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Once the sun has slipped out of sight let the moon be your guide as we travel the trails looking and listening for the wildlife that can be found in our park.
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Aug. 31, 2024. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Boat Dock
Experience Douthat State Park's history and evening creatures all under the night stars in the middle of the lake.
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4856/46155289322_965d7eb297_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
When the sun takes its daily dive below the horizon and delivers night time to your doorstep, there’s no rule saying you have to stay in for the evening.
![James River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5490/31490287745_f1f68bfc87_w_d.jpg)
Aug. 31, 2024. 9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
James River State Park Shelter #4/IDA viewing area
Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?
![False Cape State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4738/39333222051_7196bdf3e5_w.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!
![Hungry Mother State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/3902/14961655149_e136dd86db_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
What better way to enjoy the many sights and sounds of the park than by kayak?
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Sept. 1, 2024. 9:15 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Big Meadow Trailhead
Join a ranger, enjoy Big Meadow Trail, and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park.
![New River Trail State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8445/8021065066_97995d9607_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Shot Tower- 283 Pauley Flatwoods Rd. Austinville, Va 24312
Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.
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Sept. 1, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park False Cape State Park Visitor Center
Hot diggity dog, the Friends of False Cape are having a FUNdraiser!
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Sept. 1, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Powhatan State Park Playground Parking
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