Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Join a Virginia Master Naturalist and enjoy a one hour stroll on easy terrain looking for wildlife and plant life.

Pollinators are more than just bees.

Fly on over and learn how to make a bird feeder from natural materials which you can keep.

Come across our Ranger outposts stationed at a lesser-known part of First Landing State Park: the Narrows Beach!

Westmoreland State Park is home to many birds.

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Learn all about birds and their homes.

Enjoy a magnificent sunset on the tranquil Potomac River and listen for nocturnal creatures.

Stop by the nature booth to borrow a Family Learning Adventures adventure pack for the day.

Perfect for families and curious minds of all ages, Solar Saturdays offer a bright way to learn and play under the sun.

Can you shout out BINGO first?  Join us for birding bingo, a guided birding hike along the Bluebell Trail.

Birding is a wonderful hobby.

“Aww, isn’t that cute” probably aren’t the words most people say when they see a vulture. Join the rangers to celebrate these unique scavengers.

Did you know owls get "hairballs?" About once a day, an owl spits up a ball of hair and bones--leftovers from their most recent meals--called an owl pellet.

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a bird?

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

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.

Come visit the discovery table to behold some of nature's most amazing treasures!

Fly on over and learn how to make a bird feeder from natural materials which you can keep.

Invaders are taking over Fairy Stone State Park and your own backyard.

Have you ever seen a great blue heron on the Bay View trail?

Become a birder, snorkel in the river, explore underground in a cave, catch a butterfly, tour a historic village, and learn primitive skills and campfire cooking...all in one week!

Your next adventure is HERE!  Join us for a week-long day camp as we explore Mason Neck State Park.  Each day we will find new adventures and learn more about the ecology of the park, while we play and challenge ourselves to try something new. Each camp will run Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 1:00 pm.

Come walk the park's bluebird trail with a Virginia Master Naturalist as she checks the nest boxes and records data for the Virginia Bluebird Society.

Do you enjoy listening to the birds chirp outside and hearing the trees in the wind?

In the bird world, wingspan means everything.

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Join a Virginia Master Naturalist and enjoy a one hour stroll on easy terrain looking for wildlife and plant life.

Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!

Come across our Ranger outposts stationed at a lesser-known part of First Landing State Park: the Narrows Beach!

Westmoreland State Park is home to many birds.

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Have you ever heard a bird call and wanted to know what bird made that noise?

Can you shout out BINGO first?  Join us for birding bingo, a guided birding hike along the Bluebell Trail.

Join us at the Discovery Center as we create unique nature-based bird feeders that you may take home with you and hang up for the backyard birds near you.

Learn all about birds and their homes.

The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park will offer a monthly "Birding in the Gap" series on the second Saturday of each month.

Pollinators are more than just bees.

Stop by this tabletop program and discover the basics of birding followed by the opportunity to explore some of our most popular birding habitats.

Learn all about birds and their homes.

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Come visit the discovery table to behold some of nature's most amazing treasures!

More than just bees, pollinators are butterflies, birds and even bats.  12:00 pm Learn about pollination, native plants, and how to help pollinators thrive in our park and your yard.

Your next adventure is HERE!  Join us for a week-long day camp as we explore Mason Neck State Park.  Each day we will find new adventures and learn more about the ecology of the park, while we play and challenge ourselves to try something new. Each camp will run Monday through Friday, from 9 am to 1:00 pm.

Do you enjoy listening to the birds chirp outside and hearing the trees in the wind?

Pollinators are more than just bees.

In the bird world, wingspan means everything.

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the Potomac River. This paddle tour is designed to show you the ecosystem, wildlife, and scenic views from the river as we look back to the shoreline of Westmoreland State Park.  This paddle provides excellent views and wildlife sighting opportunities to include, the Horsehead Cliffs (from a safe distance),stratigraphy of the Cliffs, erosion and water as a true natural force, a brief fossil hunting on fossil beach, and significant bird watching opportunities to include special and unscheduled appearances by Bald Eagles, Osprey, Great Blue Herons, and more!  Please sign up and pay in advance for this program at the Visitor Center. Guests should meet at the day-use beach and boathouse area. All equipment is provided however participants should wear closed-toed shoes. All children participating should be over 35lbs. Participants should wear a hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and bring water and snacks with them.  This paddle begins at the scheduled time and can run for roughly 2 hours. This program is limited to 8 spots.

Pick up the Staunton River State Park bird identification list in the Visitor Center for this self-guided program.

A new discovery awaits your family with Sky Meadows' Discovery Backpacks.

We have some exciting self-guided activities launching this year; whether it's kayaking the New River, enjoying an audio tour, or becoming a Junior Ranger, there's something for everyone. Here is a list of what is available: Geocaching: This is a fun way to merge technology and outdoor exploration.

Schedule some fun at New River Trail State Park!

Belle Isle State Park has some great activities that you can do on your own schedule.

Stop by Hungry Mother's Discovery Center and ask front desk about our Park Packs.