Between 08/31/2024 and 09/10/2024
(476) Events Found For All Event Types
![Powhatan State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53061895459_beb84212b9_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Launch A Parking
Come visit the discovery table to behold some of nature's most amazing treasures!
![James River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/46888991425_6f470682cc_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.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.
![Natural Tunnel State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4872/44078364680_30fdcf5809_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Stock Creek Recreation Area
Over 200 years ago, early adventurers like Daniel Boone walked these same hills and valleys we see today.
![Raymond R.](https://live.staticflickr.com/8017/7414410526_3b6cfd73f7_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 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.
![Fairy Stone State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/2866/8989538927_931fa1d051_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.
![Sky Meadows State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51982591571_dd64a91d10_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 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.
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5223/5853886502_58cc645ee9_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
Learn about the reptiles that can be spotted in the park!
![Bear Creek Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/1814/43964454802_eaa210a6d4_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 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.
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48472550972_6c4fd52992_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 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?
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5544/30942837101_957b418482_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
Ahoy Matey!
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/966/40175324240_3f098e649d_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024 10:00 a.m. - Sept. 2, 2024 7:30 p.m.
First Landing State Park Main Visitor Center and Trail Center
Labor Day Weekend schedule of events: Sunday, Sep.
![Natural Tunnel State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/2872/33167895500_2f07476e0a_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Stop by the Visitor Center and have the opportunity to view the sun through a telescope.
![Smith Mountain Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53740710693_70393b5e62_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Boat Ramp, at fishing pier
Ever wonder what the fish are doing when they dive deep under water?
![Leesylvania State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53821886125_320e038b96_w_d.jpg)
This event has been canceled.
Sept. 1, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Potomac Shore Directly in front of Visitor Center
During the spring and summer osprey dominate the skies over Leesylvania as they build nests and raise their young.
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/6064/6070140129_2e8b9629fe_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Like them or loathe them, snakes are important to our ecosystems.
![Fairy Stone State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5572/14957603791_8c700f43f0_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 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/8687/28694760744_85eea6420f_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Bay Lab (inside the Main Visitor Center)
Step inside our interactive Chesapeake Bay Lab to explore some of the interesting species inhabiting the local watershed.
![Chippokes State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/3786/9624104274_e1769b767d_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 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/4394/36369569314_fdb5a318ac_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Turtles love worms, fish love worms, birds love worms, and interpretive rangers love worms.
![Leesylvania State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48009736227_93a83ff0af_w_d.jpg)
This event has been canceled.
Sept. 1, 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.
![Powhatan State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52813186025_d216c090bd_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Launch A Parking
Come as a family, with friends, or fly solo on this seasonal scavenger hunt.
![James River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4882/45679366801_25c5cbbc90_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
In the 18th century, this area was a thriving place for business, people, and transportation.
![Pocahontas State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49963297236_137c63278c_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Picnic Area by Aquatic Complex
Stop by the ranger's tent on the way to the pool for fun a peek at some critters and a cute craft.
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53138755866_4108c5f5f3_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Park Office
Watch park staff feed "Ranger Shelly," our resident pet turtle, and learn fascinating facts about these shelled reptiles.
![Bear Creek Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4368/36377144413_28939efec3_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
The Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Club is open to beginner and intermediate level archers 18 years old and older.
![Smith Mountain Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52328778267_1a142acee7_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground, near bathhouse
Join the interpretive ranger to see how many of our common songbirds you can identify.
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/3071/5853886646_336a082f67_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
Meet at the Big Water Visitor Center and help our resident box turtle have some fun in the sun! Learn about different turtles that call Kiptopeke home and why it's important to keep wildlife wild.
![Chippokes State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/1873/44070061364_638ec1a1f8_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Chippokes State Park College Run Trail Beach Access
Come explore aquatic life in the James River!
![Westmoreland State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53236900850_0b11b1c4d7_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
This program will touch on different types of animal adaptations through arts and crafts. Do you know the different types of color adaptations that animals have?
![Machicomoco State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53574842111_897170658e_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Interpretive Area: Picnic Shelter 2
Embrace your creativity by exploring unique connections to the natural and historic elements of the park through this dynamic art program.
![Natural Tunnel State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/3781/9364309997_1f751aae23_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Stock Creek Recreation Area
Have you ever wondered what lies under your feet?
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8436/29704652855_18ff27e7c8_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
The Bay can hold many secrets.
![Raymond R.](https://live.staticflickr.com/1824/41298623210_bc481292aa_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 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.
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52517343513_c5c35b14d9_q_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Main Visitor Center Courtyard
Join the Rangers of First Landing as we show off some of our fabulous animal ambassadors to provide an up-close look at the reptiles and amphibians that call First Landing home.
![Mason Neck State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/6036/6330277345_9ea66f9934_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Playground Area
Did you think their stink was all you needed to know about skunks?
Sept. 1, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Murders over moonshine rocked the town of Fayerdale in the 1920s and 30s, leaving a dying town remembered for tragedy rather than the mining operations that once made it a boomtown. Moonshining (illegal whiskey making) was quite prevalent in and around the Fairy Stone State Park area in the early 1900s. Jealousy, greed, and competition often led to feuds, brawls, and even killings.
![Hungry Mother State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4658/39804616152_693b252cd2_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Express yourself on the trail with a stylish and unique hiking stick you designed and decorated yourself.
![Staunton River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/1795/43106806445_79f400639a_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Boat Storage
Archery programs are some of the best recreational activities that State Parks have to offer.
![James River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/6085/6053191221_43b72607d5_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
What bird lives most of its life on the ground, can fly as fast as a car, and was almost our national bird?
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4224/34207154083_cb01e12f0b_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Camp Malone Picnic Shelter
Take a short walk with a ranger and explore the history of Douthat State Park.
![Smith Mountain Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5447/31217996096_9f927cba43_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center
Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found here Smith Mountain Lake State Park.
![Widewater State Park](/state-parks/image/data/ww-location.png)
Sept. 1, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Widewater State Park Visitor Center
Join us at Widewater State Park for a slithery, fun-filled adventure with “Snakes Alive!” Meet our friendly, live, non-venomous snake ambassadors and learn fascinating facts from a park ranger who’s a herpetologist specializing in snake behavior!
![Fairy Stone State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7867/32745584038_3732458b04_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Join us to learn about insects and the different jobs they do here at Fairy Stone State Park and in your own backyard. Our adventure will continue as we search the area to find examples of these important members of our neighborhood.
![Widewater State Park](/state-parks/image/data/ww-location.png)
Sept. 1, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
Widewater State Park Next to the Visitor Center
Discover the fascinating world of creepy crawlies and other unloved animals with a Park Ranger.
![Fairy Stone State Park](https://www.invasivespeciesva.org/image/invasion-habitat-snatchers.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Invaders are taking over Fairy Stone State Park and your own backyard.
![Natural Tunnel State Park](/state-parks/image/data/nt-location.png)
Sept. 1, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Amphitheater
On Sunday, September 1st, the 21st Annual Papa Joe Smiddy Mountain Music Festival will honor the memory and legacy of Dr.
![Staunton River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/1800/29149443658_136ea26ff5_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 1, 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.
![False Cape State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49798768041_8ede88ea7f_w.jpg)
Sept. 1, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Join us for a special night hike through False Cape State Park.
![Hungry Mother State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4795/26940063228_196dd4e5fb_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
Tired of kayaking and canoeing and want to try something new on the water?
![Staunton River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8084/8278949807_3931ab73f4_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Join as at the Visitor Center and let's venture out into ancient times!
![False Cape State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49105843918_6be86d8060_w.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Enjoy a relaxing morning by taking a guided kayak paddle through the marshes of Back Bay.
![New River Trail State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53007812126_a1fa86401a_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
Come learn what makes cave ecosystems so delicate and special.
![New River Trail State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8445/8021065066_97995d9607_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 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.
![Powhatan State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7087/7396169298_2da2a8102f_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Powhatan State Park Overflow Parking (River Bend Campground)
It’s amazing how many of nature’s wonders are waiting to be discovered but are hidden in plain sight.
![York River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53203620526_7374469753_z.jpg)
Sept. 2, 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.
![James River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52938303949_6294d843db_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond
Explore the park's expansive wetlands with us as we search for and identify the plants and animals that call this unique habitat their home.
![Natural Tunnel State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51206025930_d51243c26d_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Meet Natural Tunnel's wildlife ambassador, Popcorn the corn snake.
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53010884746_8e3266319c_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
Owls, bats and bugs oh my!
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4494/37336744830_a48aeb5d19_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Picnic Shelter 2
Join us in the picnic area on the Labor Day holiday and paint your own flowerpot!
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/6009/5961841353_81c8c3999e_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park On The Main Boardwalk
Show your conservation spirit this Labor Day through responsible beach going - stop by our table to pick up a trash bag and learn about how litter impacts our beaches.
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8104/8669975242_0fb41c5fdd_q_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Beach at the end of Main Boardwalk
Celebrate Labor Day by chilling beach side and showing off your creativity with a shore-themed craft.
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/3832/32802756155_0c64e0c48d_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Entrance to Main Boardwalk
Learn what beachcombing is all about at this Chesapeake Bay display or bring your own beach treasures to identify!
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8687/28694760744_85eea6420f_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Bay Lab (inside the Main Visitor Center)
Step inside our interactive Chesapeake Bay Lab to explore some of the interesting species inhabiting the local watershed.
![Wilderness Road State Park](/state-parks/image/data/wr-location.png)
Sept. 2, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wilderness Road State Park Historic Martin's Station
During the 18th century, master craftsmen taught skills and labor through apprenticeships.
![Pocahontas State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/6194/6074193650_36a750134c_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Picnic Area by Aquatic Complex
The first Saturday of September is always International Vulture Day, and we start celebrating early.
![Smith Mountain Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51814670329_70d3c58386_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Under tent below beach pavilion
Who made those footprints?
![Leesylvania State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8041/8020273705_284743aa07_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 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.
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49553281878_0a6a058dca_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Douthat State Park is home to many mammals, including black bears.
![Fairy Stone State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5572/14957603791_8c700f43f0_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 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.
![Chippokes State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/3786/9624104274_e1769b767d_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 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/65535/52061431522_e141ab1ae3_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Create a recycled flowerpot out of newspaper that you can place right in the ground with native flower seeds.
![New River Trail State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50860295221_6f48d01241_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
Do you know how many common "weeds" have historic use as food and medicine?
![Staunton River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52705105011_315cc32aa6_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Want to learn how to play the outdoorsman’s version of BINGO?
![York River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53910449261_b9f4aede68_z.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.
![James River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7282/27095799824_65c398a02b_w.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Green Hill Pond
You can learn a lot about the health of a stream by seeing what lives beneath its surface.
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/2935/14482736167_23a6fd608f_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Do you love art and nature?
![Smith Mountain Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4437/36369568584_0543f35d9a_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Under tent below beach pavilion
Scurry on over to investigate the secret life of a bug.
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/4839/45293207745_054bf93222_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Picnic Shelter 2
Come along on a hike through Kiptopeke's trails to learn about the nature in our park. Meet at picnic shelter #2. The hike is roughly 1.5 miles long. Great for all ages!
![Natural Tunnel State Park](/state-parks/image/data/nt-location.png)
Sept. 2, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail Interpretive Center
Textile waste is over-crowding our landfills; definitely not the kind of crowd to be in!
![Kiptopeke State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50072951796_bcd0f59a92_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 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.
![Pocahontas State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7867/32745584038_3732458b04_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 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.
![Leesylvania State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50199932511_d18bf48ce4_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Pond
Do you know the difference between toads and frogs?
![Smith Mountain Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7455/27997721055_6dffded718_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 4:30 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.
![Hungry Mother State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8181/7944350236_2ae9290693_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Clyburn Ridge Trailhead
Climb to the top of Clyburn Ridge and take in the beautiful view of the lake and Molly's Knob.
![Wilderness Road State Park](/state-parks/image/data/wr-location.png)
Sept. 2, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wilderness Road State Park Historic Martin's Station
During the 18th century, master craftsmen taught skills and labor through apprenticeships.
![James River State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/351/32690527210_f9ff3b7a49_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Not all bees live in hives.
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/752/32569983856_2b7d5568a8_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Camp Store Parking Area
Join us for an immersive adventure!
![Smith Mountain Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7790/17522974973_a62e2dac4e_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Beach
Look for the interpretive ranger on the sidewalk between the pavilion and sand at the swimming beach to have some fun making bubbles.
![Fairy Stone State Park](/state-parks/image/data/fs-location.png)
Sept. 2, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelters #3 & #4
Every Monday you can find local fresh produce, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, soap, and local artisan crafters, as well as food vendors, here at Fairy Stone State Park.
![Raymond R.](https://live.staticflickr.com/7110/7414410182_92589eac06_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Picnic Shelter 1
Do you have what it takes to be a wildlife detective? Get ready for a guided mission!
![First Landing State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/7059/6996148802_697a33f5c7_q_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
First Landing State Park Beach Amphitheater
Join the Rangers for a family favorite holiday tradition - an all out trivia battle!
![Raymond R.](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50999604723_a22a70fc02_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Cullers Overlook
Our park interpreter will be stationed at Cullers Overlook to answer all of your questions.
![Natural Tunnel State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/5512/12182961165_39e59c8100_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 2, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Campfire Ring between the Campgrounds
Fire has been a part of human history since cavemen roamed Earth, with many different uses. Learn how to build a campfire using different methods or enjoy a game of trivia by the glow of the fire.
![Douthat State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52813186025_d216c090bd_w_d.jpg)
July 2, 2024 12:00 a.m. - Sept. 3, 2024 12:00 a.m.
Douthat State Park Park Office
This is a self-guided program for the whole family to enjoy.
![Machicomoco State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53329465558_6594684136_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 3, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Timberneck House
The Fairfield Foundation opens the Timberneck house for free walk-in tours every Tuesday.
![Leesylvania State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48009736227_93a83ff0af_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 3, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Volunteer Hub
We need your help.
![Bear Creek Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/8892/28249782431_0cb3a72cba_c_d.jpg)
Sept. 3, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Lakeside Snack Bar
Join us as we explore the wonders of nature.
![Seven Bends State Park](/state-parks/image/data/se-location.png)
Sept. 3, 2024 10:00 a.m. - Sept. 14, 2024 8:00 p.m.
Seven Bends State Park Lupton Access - Picnic Shelter - 1191 Lupton Rd.
Join us for our third annual Women In Nature (WIN) program.
![Westmoreland State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53821716883_22f8a4ba7b_w_d.jpg)
Sept. 3, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
This beginners guide birding program is designed for those folks interested in learning more about our feathered friends. Join a ranger and enjoy observing wildlife in the park.
![Bear Creek Lake State Park](https://live.staticflickr.com/2572/3874924614_737537aea0_w_d.jpg)
This event has been canceled.
Sept. 3, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Beach Area
Join us for a lakeside, beginner session of yoga.
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