Join a ranger on a guided hike to learn more about different ecosystems found in the park.

Pollinators are important and must “bee” protected!

Are you new to fishing and would like to learn the basics?

Read a tale as you walk the trail. Begin at the visitor center to find out which trail will have the story and then begin your exploration and storytime at your own pace.

The use of bows to shoot arrows has been a part of global history for thousands of years whether for defense, survival, or sport.

Take a step behind the scenes and visit the Interpretive Park Rangers workspace.

Join a ranger to learn how our beautiful lake came to be and the fascinating history of the lake's past inhabitants.

We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.

Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.

Are you interested in learning about the most common and rare fossils that can be found along the James River?

Stop by the Visitor Center and have the opportunity to view the sun through a telescope.

Join an interpreter on an adventure through the Fossil Beds of Chippokes to see what we can find that will tell us what this area of Virginia was like, millions of years ago...

During the spring and summer, osprey dominate the skies over Leesylvania as they build nests and raise their young.

From eagles to owls, raptors are everywhere at Mason Neck State Park!

Bring home a piece of history from Westmoreland as you learn to create shark tooth necklaces.  All resources are provided, including shark teeth that you can choose from to create your super cool necklace that can be shown off to all your friends.

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.

The Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Club is open to beginner and intermediate level archers 18 years old and older.

2024 is a big anniversary year for Caledon, marking 40 years since it was opened to the public as Caledon Natural Area.

Leesylvania State Park is home to many different turtles!

Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.

Join a park ranger to hike the Stuart's Knob Trail while discovering the history of Fayerdale and the importance Stuart's Knob played to in helping the residents earn money throughout its short tenure.

Are you new to fishing and would like to learn the basics?

Have you ever wondered how to eat an acorn?

Be on the lookout for our Roving Ranger as they roam the picnic areas and beaches with interesting animal or historical artifacts from the park.

We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.

Wander down our Main Boardwalk to hear the story of the Chesapeake Bay, highlighting its formation, biodiversity, and economic value, while getting hands-on with several beach artifacts.

Witness the amphibian life cycle and see aquatic invertebrates up-close when you join us in this partnership program with our local Central Piedmont Chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalists (CPVMN).

Perched upon a small hill overlooking the old Norfolk & Western railway station sits the old Foster Falls Hotel.

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.

Join us for an exciting scavenger hunt along the Bluebell Trail!

The Fairfield Foundation opens the Timberneck house for free walk-in tours every Tuesday.

If you love nature and the outdoors, come check out the Friends of Powhatan State Park monthly meetings and gather with like-minded people who are passionate about supporting Virginia State Parks through volunteerism and legislation.

Join a ranger and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park and about the particular fossils you can find here.

Join rangers at the Prince William Public Libraries this Spring for a fun nature reading session.

Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle.

Just as caterpillars grow and change, our Caterpillar Club programs are designed to help your little one grow and change.

Come view a resident Osprey nest along the New River in Fries, Virginia.

The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is excited to announce the spring semester of the WiseJAMS Music Program.

Join us at Estonoa for a fun craft session.

Come explore the historic town of Fries.

This is an easy and fun ride for cyclists of all skill levels that involves about two hours of riding which is 15 miles out and back.

Come take a walk with us under a starry sky to search for some of the park's most elusive night-time predators: owls!  As we walk along under the quiet cover of darkness, we'll listen for their haunting voices as they cry out across the landscape.

Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!

Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.

Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle.

You can learn a lot about the health of a stream by seeing what lives beneath its surface.

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.

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.  Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.  Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.

Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.

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.

Learn some of the trade secrets of what it takes to create the perfect "Fairy Stone" that everyone is looking for.

Are you someone that finds the different types of fossils found here at Chippokes State Park, absolutely fascinating?

Some of Virginia's coolest mammals are rarely seen by humans.

For those who just want something short and sweet, the ADA Fishing Trail is the place for you.

Geocaching combines Global Positioning System (GPS) technology with nature to provide adventure for treasure hunters all over the world.

Native birds are crucial to our ecosystems!

Did you know there was once a thriving "boom town" located where our lake is today?

This land-based, hook-free fishing game is a fun and safe way to learn how to cast, but even those who are fishing fanatics will enjoy trying to beat out the competition in this game of limited resources.

There are many amazing critters around Belle Isle.

The forests are full of things both delicious and dangerous, but can you tell which is which?

Join a Westmoreland interpretive ranger and your fellow campers as you enjoy a relaxing evening next to our fire.

Take a stroll along our lake shore as you visit several mesmerizing lights that have been placed in or along the lake.

Ever wonder what goes on at night in a park?

Join a Clinch River State Park Ranger in seeing the park "after hours".

The surface of the water might seem calm, but down under there is an exciting world filled with all kinds of life.

The 2024 Earth Day theme is Planet vs.

Tree Planting- 8am - 11 am Join us in giving back to the Earth.

🌍Join Us in Keeping Holliday Lake Beautiful for Earth Day!🌍 Help us make a positive impact on our environment by participating in our Earth Day Cleanup Week at Holliday Lake!

Give back to Mother Nature on this Earth Day by helping to clean our park and keep it beautiful.

Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!

Celebrate Earth Day 2024 at False Cape State Park all week long by supporting healthy and happy beaches.

Are you looking to do some good for the Chesapeake Bay watershed and our planet this weekend before Earth Day?

Join us in celebrating Earth Day by stopping by our Leave No Trace demonstration camp.

Clinch River State Park will be at the 2024 Abingdon Earth Day festival in Abingdon, VA on Saturday, April 20th from 9 am - 1 pm.

Join a ranger and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park and about the particular fossils you can find here.

Want to go backpacking or bikepacking but have never done it before? Would you like to learn more about backpacking basics, plus tips and tricks to make it a great encounter?

Celebrate Earth Day with a service project to enhance the park's pollinator garden.

Fun-ji, fun-gi, or fun-gee?

Celebrate Earth Day with a service project to protect our area's natural resources for future generations to enjoy.

Learn about native plants, how they benefit pollinators along with how to grow and care for them. Plants that are native to our region will be on display.

How would you like to have bluebirds as your neighbors?

Help keep the park clean and beautiful to celebrate earth day! We recommend that you wear good walking shoes and bring water and sunscreen!

What better way to celebrate Earth Day than at Shenandoah River State Park!  In this program, kids and families can learn the history of Earth Day, how stormwater runoff affects our water resources, how to reduce waste, and discover their carbon footprint.

Take a spring walk of exploration with two Virginia Master Naturalists in this first of a series of seasonal walks planned for children.

Looking for a fun service project this Earth Day?  Join a park ranger as we clean out flower beds, weed the walkways, and plant native species at the Big Water Visitor Center.  Come prepared to get your hands dirty, bring gardening gloves and wear appropriate clothing.  All ages are welcomed! .

What is the oldest way of cooking?

Earth Day Scavenger Hunt - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stop by the Visitor Center and pick up a scavenger hunt card.

Make a difference this Earth Day weekend by donating your plastic to Natural Bridge State Park. This Earth Day the goal is to reduce plastics going to the landfill.

Earth Day is a time of celebration and appreciation here at First Landing.

Give back to our beautiful planet and create art at Caledon State Park as a part of our annual Earth Day celebration.

We will be celebrating Earth Day with a fair behind our Visitor Center. See what you can do to make this world a better place for everyone.

Spending time in parks engages all of our five senses.

Step back to 1774 when America was a loosely connected group of English colonies and learn about the events that would unite many of them.

This is your chance to learn the sport of archery under the watchful eye of a certified instructor.

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.

Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.

Become a pollinator this Earth Day as we gather in the wildflower field near the spillway below the dam.

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.

Join us in celebrating Earth Day by learning about the 6 R's of recycling and what you can do to incorporate them into your daily life!  Many of us grew up with the 3 R's of recycling, right?

Every animal has unique features and traits that make them special and suited for their natural environment.