Join as at the Visitor Center and let's venture out into ancient times!

Join us for a Saturday afternoon of music and fun.

Have you ever thought about what an animal eats?

Have you ever wondered how snakes can swallow something as big as their own heads?

Use all your senses to learn something new about the environment.

Explore the mighty James River via canoe with your very own guide!

Happy Independence Day Weekend!!

Not all-aquatic wildlife has fins or scales!

There are many different wildlife that call Leesylvania State Park their home.

Have you been feeling like your feathers are ruffled?

What is a gundalow?  These long wooden flatboats were used to haul merchandise down the Shenandoah River.

Do you have what it takes to safely and confidently survive in the wilderness?  In times of unexpected emergencies or when seeking a secure place to rest, having the skills to construct a dependable shelter can be crucial.

Stop by to decorate your bike, scooter, or even your stroller with patriotic supplies provided by the park.

Ever wanted to touch the fur of a skunk or an opossum?

Pan for gold in the James River while learning about Virginia’s unique geology, the rocks and minerals of the park, and the magnetic sand on the banks of the river.

How many animal inhabitants of First Landing can you identify?

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.

What does fire mean to you?

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.

Did you know you can make paper from paper?

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.

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.

Evenings are a wonderful time in the park to be on the water.

Come out to Chestnut Creek, get your feet wet, and explore life underwater.

During the Civil War, Union soldiers were always ready for the challenges of marching, training, or engaging in battle.

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.  We will meet at the Wood Warbler Boardwalk, across from the Camp Store, and enjoy a short walk out to the beach.  Great for all ages! .

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

Can you imagine not having a TV or cell phone?

Let’s head over to Edmunds Lake and try to wrangle in some big fish.

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

Join Yoga Instructor Kelly Blevins to experience a more engaged form of yoga as you strike poses on our stand-up paddle boards out in the lake.

Come be inspired by the natural beauty of Machicomoco as one of our Rangers leads you through the creation of your own masterpiece (Pre-registration and additional fees required).

Come create your own fire starter for your next camping adventure.

Practice your netting skills to find out what lives in the Bay using techniques dating back to ancient times!

Test your survival skills by learning to build a fire without a match or lighter. Once the fire is built, let’s enjoy it by making s’mores.

Nestled at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Sky Meadows' campground provides you with a fantastic place to enjoy peaceful rejuvenation, but how much do you know about this wonderful park?

Drop by the campfire to relax, meet your camping neighbors, enjoy time sharing stories, and learn about critters that call New River Trail home.

Take a wagon ride to the scenic Tye Overlook and enjoy the prettiest view for miles around.

Gather around the fire with your fellow campers for s'mores and discovery.

What do you know about our scaly friends?

Spend an entertaining evening sitting around the campfire with an interpreter.

When the sun goes down, our other senses become more alert than our sight.  Nocturnal creatures become more active in the pursuit of food and mates.  Hike with us for a magical natural journey through the night.  After the hike, continue your adventure with our Stargazing program.

Join us for the Community Campfire at Holliday Lake State Park, a delightful evening event where you can gather around a roaring fire, share stories, and enjoy the natural beauty of the park.

Join us for an evening of painting as the sun sets.

Discover our International Dark-Sky Park!

Join the Virginia Peninsula Stargazers as they point out the different items of our solar system in the night sky.  They will have the equipment.  Just bring your curiosity.  This program is dependent on the clarity of the viewing sky on the night it occurs. .

Join a ranger for an interactive evening by the campfire as we discuss the unique stories and critters of Pocahontas State Park and the Virginia State Park system.

Experience Douthat State Park's history and evening creatures all under the night stars in the middle of the lake.

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.

Join astronomy volunteers as they share the stories written in the night sky.

Experience the park at night with a ranger guide pointing out stars and planets, nocturnal wildlife, and the joys of a natural night with low light pollution.

Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.

Did you know that James River State Park is a member of the International Dark Sky Association?

Join us after dark to observe moths and other insects of the night. Entomologists Dr.

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.

Are you ready to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city?

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

Have you ever wondered what owls look like, what they eat, or where they live?

What better way to enjoy the many sights and sounds of the park than by kayak?

Join and ranger on a hike along the world-famous Appalachian Trail to the highest peak in Virginia: Mt.

Visit a ranger and learn about bear safety.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

Nature is magic.

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

Over 200 years ago, early adventurers like Daniel Boone walked these same hills and valleys we see today.

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

Explore the mighty James River via canoe with your very own guide!

Create your own Bear Creek Lake State Park souvenir while making memories.

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

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

Beneath fallen tree branches and layers of fallen leaves exists an abundance of exciting mushrooms and other organisms!

Ever wonder what animals call Kiptopeke home or what those shells on the beach are called?

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

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

Who was Elizabeth Hartwell?

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

Like them or loathe them, snakes are important to our ecosystems.

Experience the wonderful wildlife that summer on the Potomac River and in the swamps and marshes of Caledon State Park.

Hungry Mother State Park's interpreters are always finding cool things around the park and thinking up new activities and crafts.

Step inside to learn all about the magic of the Chesapeake Bay and its inhabitants.

Want to go on a scavenger hunt in the wilderness?

Watch park staff feed "Ranger Shelly," our resident pet turtle, and learn fascinating facts about these shelled reptiles.

What is a seed bomb?

Come meet and greet Ranger Myrtle (our Red-Eared Slider turtle), Ranger Scout (our Western Hognose snake), and Ranger Brutus (our Copperhead snake) to discover what makes these rangers so special to Twin Lakes State Park.  Parks are for everyone.

Join us as we comb the beach to discover what natural treasures await.

Sunday Funday anyone?  Swing by our interpretive table in the picnic area to add some fun to your Sunday picnic!

Take a guided kayak paddle through beautiful Back Bay to look for wildlife and learn about this spectacular freshwater ecosystem.

Now held on Sunday afternoons, the Lunch on the Lawn series is back!

Explore the mighty James River via canoe with your very own guide!

Tour a replica of the Anderson Blockhouse as rangers provide information about the history of the building and area.

Inspired by our very own Red-Eared Slider, Myrtle, come learn about all the turtles that call Mason Neck their home and how you can act to protect them during their vulnerable nesting season.

You are invited to participate in a guided hike with an interpretive ranger to learn about the medicinal plants of central Virginia.

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.

Explore fascinating natural treasures at the Park Office, where a park ranger will showcase intriguing items you can see, touch, and learn about.

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

Leesylvania State Park is home to many different turtles!

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.

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

Take a short walk with a ranger and explore the history of Douthat State Park.

Have you ever wondered how to eat an acorn?