Learn all about birds and their homes.

Do you think you have what it takes to build a shelter that will withstand the wind and the rain?

Stop by the beach to see some cool critters, hold some interesting artifacts, and have your nature and history questions about Douthat State Park answered.

Want to know more about how our animal friends parented their young?

Enjoy a refreshing cup of lemonade with a ranger and engage in interesting discussions to gain a unique insight into local wildlife and conservation efforts.

Take your camping skills to the next level in this camping workshop!

Ever wanted to learn how to crab?  Join us on the fishing pier while we show you just how easy and fun it is.  $2 a person.  Great for all ages! .

Where do toads live?

Time to go on a scavenger hunt in the campground.

Join a ranger to learn about the wild animals found at Belle Isle State Park that delight your senses.

Tie-dye wasn't the brainchild of American hippies during the 1960s.

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

Autumn is not the only season that is perfect to take a wagon ride. Take a relaxing ride through the park and campground, experiencing the sounds of summertime.

Discover how fire affects our world and how we attempt to harness its power.

The blue crab is one of the most iconic species of the Chesapeake Bay.

This tabletop program displays different projects you can create at home to help support wildlife in your own outdoor space.

End your week with a relaxing paddle along Swift Creek Lake.

Explore an enchanting evening amidst the rolling Blue Ridge Mountains as the sun sets and the world transitions from day to night!

It's all fun and games at the campfire.

Come join the party!

Enjoy a peaceful evening canoe adventure at Leesylvania State Park on Powell's Creek!  View the majestic colors of a Northern Virginia summer sunset on this tranquil tributary of the Potomac River while catching glimpses of the nocturnal wildlife emerging for the evening.  No paddling experience is required; all participants must be of 6 years or older.

Join us at the amphitheater for a warm welcome to the park, camping tips, and fun activities.  Marshmallow's will be provided for roasting.  Great for all ages. .

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.

Welcome to Staunton River State Park.

Bring your family and friends and join a park ranger for a campfire on the water’s edge at the beach amphitheater.

As dusk draws near, lightning bugs appear!

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

Come for the s’mores, stay for the fun!

Paddle through the Catlett Islands on a Ranger led kayak tour which explores the diverse wildlife, ecosystems, and history of the park.

Join our Park Rangers as they discuss the history, ecology, and culture of the Widewater Peninsula.

Let's learn all about our friends, THE BEES!

The July Prowl the Powell nature series will be Mushrooms and More.

Join the Friends of Mason Neck and Fairfax Master Naturalists for a rewarding day of volunteer garden work!

For years, the railroad has played a vital role in the economics and history of Southwest Virginia.

Join professional outdoor instructor Tim MacWelch to learn about the remarkable summertime wild edible and medicinal plants of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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

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

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

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

Join Master Naturalist Kim Manion for a short walk to discover the basics of tree identification.

Are you looking to get better acquainted with the outdoors?

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.

Find out what lurks below the surface of the swamp in the fun dip-netting adventure!

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

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

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.

The Indigenous Peoples were well known for being quite clever in their usage of the abundant natural resources found in the woodlands and coastal region, but did you know that these tribes were also compelled to use these same resources for sport and game playing?

Create your own up-cycled Nature Journal!   Keeping a Nature Journal is one way of memory keeping.  You don't have to be an artist to journal, it could be filled with stickers from parks, poems, or lists of what you saw. Journals are as unique as the individuals using them.  This program will meet at the Visitor Center, then take a short walk to the Osprey View Trail.

Knitting and crochet are popular pastimes with deep roots in our history.

Flutter on over to meet with Master Naturalist Kim Manion to discuss all things butterflies.

Find our ranger on the fishing pier to hear all about our concrete fleet and the history of Kiptopeke State Park.

Tree species can be identified by looking at several different features: leaves, bark, twigs, flowers, fruit, and seeds.

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

Come join us for a fun day identifying critters in the river!

Become an owl pellet detective as we dissect the clues an owl leaves behind.

What would your shell say about you if you were a box turtle?

We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.

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

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

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

Discover the wonders beneath the waves while keeping your feet dry.

Think you know the difference between toads and frogs?

Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.

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

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.

Are you quick enough to catch a butterfly?

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.

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.

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

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! .

Can you imagine not having a TV or cell phone?

Come on out to the park and test your paddling skills.

Twilight Paddle Adventures are a great way to spend an evening away from the hustle and bustle of work, traffic and the cares of life.

Join us for the Westmoreland State Parks one and only Music on the Cliff!

Pack a picnic and come early to pick the best spot on the lawn for one of the highlights of the summer season on Virginia’s Northern Neck.

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

The objects left behinds by people of the past may say more than you'd think.

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.

The English Channel performs the extraordinary British hits of the mid 1960's and 1970's.

Come rock and roll with local band "Candy Machine" live as they perform music from the 1950s through the 1980s on the water's edge at the beach amphitheater.

Come rock and roll with local band "Candy Machine" live as they perform music from the 1950s through the 1980s on the water's edge at the beach amphitheater.

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

Enjoy a peaceful evening canoe adventure at Leesylvania State Park on Powell's Creek!  View the majestic colors of a Northern Virginia summer sunset on this tranquil tributary of the Potomac River while catching glimpses of the nocturnal wildlife emerging for the evening.  No paddling experience is required; all participants must be of 6 years or older.

Explore the marsh at night as you paddle up its placid waters.  Various creatures may be seen in the creek or along the shoreline, while bats fly above in the night sky.  You may even experience owls calling at a distance.  Take it all in as the light of the moon blankets the surroundings with mystery.  Reservations with pre-payment only.  Canoes  - $13/person or $8/person (family of 4+).

Join us for a special night hike through False Cape State Park.

Join us for a sunset/moonlight bike ride on High Bridge Trail.

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

Join us for a sunset/moonlight bike ride on High Bridge Trail.

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.

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.

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

Join us for a night time tour of our beautiful park.

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?