Uncover the world of native fish at Widewater State Park!

Try out freshwater fishing from the lake shoreline using our tackle.

Fishing can be as easy as tying your shoes.

Do you want to witness the art of Gyotaku fish printing, an ancient craft where you can create your own fish masterpiece!

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

Join our ranger in some night fishing!

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

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.

Get hooked on fishing at False Cape State Park.

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

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.

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

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

There is a lot to discover at Leesylvania State Park.

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!

Try out freshwater fishing from the lake shoreline using our tackle.

Do you want to witness the art of Gyotaku fish printing, an ancient craft where you can create your own fish masterpiece!

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

Been itching to go fishing?

Join our ranger in some night fishing!

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

Get hooked on fishing at False Cape State Park.

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

Our Women's Fly Fishing Experience is perfect for women who want to learn the art of fly fishing or increase their skills and knowledge in a supportive and fun environment.

Discover some of the beautiful fish that make their homes in the Potomac River with a Park Ranger using a seine net, one of humankind's oldest fishing tools. This is also a great chance to appreciate the important role that the Potomac River and its watershed has in our community.  Be prepared to have fun and get wet.  Be sure to bring water shoes and comfortable clothing.  For questions or inquiries, please call (703)583-6904 or send an e-mail to leesylvaniavc@dcr.virginia.gov.

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

10 and 2, 10 and 2, get into the rhythm of fly fishing.

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

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

10 and 2, 10 and 2, get into the rhythm of fly fishing.

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

Try out freshwater fishing from the lake shoreline using our tackle.

Do you want to witness the art of Gyotaku fish printing, an ancient craft where you can create your own fish masterpiece!

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

Been itching to go fishing?

The Let's Go Adventures staff will introduce you to the basics, like how to select a rod and reel combo, knot tying, and selecting the right fly for conditions and species.

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

The Let's Go Adventures staff will introduce you to the basics, like how to select a rod and reel combo, knot tying, and selecting the right fly for conditions and species.

Get hooked on fishing at False Cape State Park.

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

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

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

Discover some of the beautiful fish that make their homes in the Potomac River with a Park Ranger using a seine net, one of humankind's oldest fishing tools. This is also a great chance to appreciate the important role that the Potomac River and its watershed has in our community.  Be prepared to have fun and get wet.  Be sure to bring water shoes and comfortable clothing.  For questions or inquiries, please call (703)583-6904 or send an e-mail to leesylvaniavc@dcr.virginia.gov.

This summer, the Junior Ranger program is exploring a different life group every week, and Week 5 is Aquatic Ecosystems! Programs run Monday - Wednesday from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Outdoor and weather appropriate clothing must be worn as we will be exploring the park; getting dirty and/or wet are both strong possibilities! Closed-toed shoes are required every day. Please don't forget to bring a snack and a reusable water bottle, as well as apply sunscreen and bugspray before the program begins.

Try out freshwater fishing from the lake shoreline using our tackle.

Fishing can be as easy as tying your shoes.

The Let's Go Adventures staff will introduce you to the basics like, how to select a rod and reel combo, knot tying, and selecting the right fly for conditions and species.

 How can we be more sustainable when practicing our favorite hobbies?

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

The Let's Go Adventures staff will introduce you to the basics like, how to select a rod and reel combo, knot tying, and selecting the right fly for conditions and species.

Join our ranger in some night fishing!

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

Get hooked on fishing at False Cape State Park.

Are you an expert angler or looking to pick up a couple fishing tips?

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

Discover some of the beautiful fish that make their homes in the Potomac River with a Park Ranger using a seine net, one of humankind's oldest fishing tools. This is also a great chance to appreciate the important role that the Potomac River and its watershed has in our community.  Be prepared to have fun and get wet.  Be sure to bring water shoes and comfortable clothing.  For questions or inquiries, please call (703)583-6904 or send an e-mail to leesylvaniavc@dcr.virginia.gov.

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

The Let's Go Adventures staff will introduce you to the basics like, how to select a rod and reel combo, knot tying, and selecting the right fly for conditions and species.

Try out freshwater fishing from the lake shoreline using our tackle.

Do you want to witness the art of Gyotaku fish printing, an ancient craft where you can create your own fish masterpiece!

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

Been itching to go fishing?

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

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

There is a lot to discover at Leesylvania State Park.

Try out freshwater fishing from the lake shoreline using our tackle.

Do you want to witness the art of Gyotaku fish printing, an ancient craft where you can create your own fish masterpiece!

Been itching to go fishing?

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

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

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

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

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

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

10 and 2, 10 and 2, get into the rhythm of fly fishing.

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

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

Smith Mountain Lake is the perfect location for fishing.

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