Between 05/19/2024 and 07/31/2024
(173) Events Found For All Event Types
Search words: animal
May 19, 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.
May 19, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Second only to humans in the ability to change their environment to fit their needs, learn just how smart a beaver can be.
May 19, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
As animals explore their surroundings they leave us lots of clues.
May 19, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Yes, this is an honest-to-goodness game show with buzzers, lights, excitement, and prizes (without the TV cameras). We will put your knowledge to the test about everything from history, animals, plants, and more.
May 19, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
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.
May 23, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Pocahontas State Park Playground by Aquatic Complex
Just as caterpillars grow and change, our Caterpillar Club programs are designed to help your little one grow and change.
May 24, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Some of Virginia's coolest mammals are rarely seen by humans.
May 24, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center Picnic Tables
How many animal inhabitants of First Landing can you identify?
May 24, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Wilderness Road Blockhouse
Join a ranger on a guided hike to learn more about different ecosystems found in the park.
May 24, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
What is wet, muddy, has lots of plants and animals, and kind of stinks?
May 24, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We can tell a great deal about an animal’s adaptations by looking at their skins and skulls.
May 24, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Grayson Highlands State Park Visitor Center
Have you ever thought about what an animal eats?
May 24, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Time to go on a scavenger hunt in the campground.
May 24, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Kayak Launch Shoreline
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.
May 24, 2024. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Camp Store Parking Area
Silent and spooky, the owl is a magnificent animal.
May 25, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Equestrian Parking
Would you like to explore our trails and meet new people?
May 25, 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.
May 25, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Why does Pocahontas have a pollinator hotel?
May 25, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
In our park's nature center, you can see many different native animals of Virginia.
May 25, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Visitor Center Porch
Toads, Turtles, and Snakes—Oh my!
May 25, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 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.
May 25, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Southwest Virginia is home to only two venomous snakes.
May 25, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
As animals explore their surroundings they leave us lots of clues.
May 25, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
Watch and learn about our ambassador animals, Reba the Corn Snake or Stevie the King Snake, as they feed on a frozen mouse! .
May 25, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Have you ever wondered how snakes can swallow something as big as their own heads?
May 25, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
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.
May 25, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
Embrace your wild side and come play a game of chase that predator and prey have to "play" to survive everyday.
May 25, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Complex
Ever wanted to touch the fur of a skunk or an opossum?
May 25, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Clinch River State Park Lyric Theater: Saint Paul VA
Come join the Clinch River State Park staff for the Lyric Paddling Film Festival and Expo.
May 25, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Kayak Launch Shoreline
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.
May 26, 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.
May 26, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Chippokes State Park Farm and Forestry Museum
Pasture Pals is a special program at Chippokes, where guests are introduced to and able to spend quality time with our ambassador farm animals. Have you ever wondered exactly why donkeys have such long ears?
May 26, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
What animal inspired a popular children's game?
May 26, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Field
Every animal has unique features and traits that make them special and suited for their natural environment.
May 26, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Yes, this is an honest-to-goodness game show with buzzers, lights, excitement, and prizes (without the TV cameras). We will put your knowledge to the test about everything from history, animals, plants, and more.
May 26, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Join a ranger to learn about the wild animals found at Belle Isle State Park that delight your senses.
May 26, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
First Landing State Park Main Visitor Center Courtyard
Ever wonder what it would be like to get up close to a wild animal?
May 26, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
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.
May 26, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
What do you think of when you hear term wildlife?
May 26, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Narrows at 64th Street
Join us for a wet and wild exploration of the animals living under the water and amidst the salt marshes at First Landing State Park.
May 27, 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.
May 27, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
What some people call creepy crawlies are actually some of the most interesting and beneficial animals in our area.
May 27, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Have you ever touched bear fur or looked at the teeth of a beaver?
May 27, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Need a break from your long trip and have a little fun? Do you like being creative? We have many things to see at our Visitor Center.
May 27, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Playground between Campgrounds
How would you stand in competition with the wildlife of Virginia?
May 27, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Under tent below beach pavilion
Who made those footprints?
May 27, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Have you met the animals living at Hungry Mother State Park's Discovery Center?
May 28, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
As animals explore their surroundings they leave us lots of clues.
May 29, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Time to go on a scavenger hunt in the campground.
May 29, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
What animal inspired a popular children's game?
May 29, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Have you met the animals living at Hungry Mother State Park's Discovery Center?
May 29, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.
May 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Pocahontas State Park Playground by Aquatic Complex
Just as caterpillars grow and change, our Caterpillar Club programs are designed to help your little one grow and change.
May 30, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Staunton River State Park is home for many different types of wild animals.
May 30, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
While we sleep a whole new set of nocturnal animals come out to begin their "daily" activities.
May 30, 2024. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Camp Store Parking Area
Silent and spooky, the owl is a magnificent animal.
May 31, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Second only to humans in the ability to change their environment to fit their needs, learn just how smart a beaver can be.
May 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Come "shell-ebrate" some of the coolest animals around and meet Hungry Mother's ambassador turtles.
May 31, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Discover the magical realm of trees and their incredible role as habitats for a diverse array of creatures.
May 31, 2024. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Interpretive Campfire Circle - Campground D
What do you hear in the woods at night?
June 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.
June 1, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Throughout the Park
Do you like to hike?
June 1, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Shelter #4
Have you ever encountered a bear while hiking?
June 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Throughout the Park
Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle.
June 1, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Have you ever wondered how snakes can swallow something as big as their own heads?
June 1, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Complex
Ever wanted to touch the fur of a skunk or an opossum?
June 1, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Shady Ridge Trail from Picnic Area
Do you believe in bigfoot?
June 1, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
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.
June 1, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campfire Amphitheater, across from campground
National Trails Day is a great opportunity to meet new people in your area and share a fun experience on a local trail.
June 1, 2024. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Interpretive Campfire Circle - Campground D
Join the rangers for a unique hiking experience.
June 2, 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.
June 2, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
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.
June 5, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
It’s a bird, it’s a plane, or is that a bat?
June 5, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Field
Every animal has unique features and traits that make them special and suited for their natural environment.
June 5, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.
June 7, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
This program is all about learning how to identify wild animals by the tracks that they leave behind.
June 7, 2024. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Playground Parking
Join us after dark to observe moths and other insects of the night. Entomologists Dr.
June 8, 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.
June 8, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Occoneechee State Park Picnic Shelter 1
The Friends of Occoneechee State Park are sponsoring an exciting program featuring animal rehabilitation.
June 8, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Have you ever wondered how snakes can swallow something as big as their own heads?
June 8, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
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.
June 9, 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.
June 9, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Chippokes State Park Farm and Forestry Museum
Come on out to Pasture Pals and get your very own, special serving of quality time with our ambassador farm animals.
June 9, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Ivanhoe Car Parking Lot - 356 Riverview Rd. Ivanhoe, Va 24350
Get a bird's eye view of some of nature's most fascinating and elusive predators in this one-hour program featuring live birds of prey.
June 9, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Time to go on a scavenger hunt in the campground.
This event has been canceled.
June 9, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Field
Every animal has unique features and traits that make them special and suited for their natural environment.
This event has been canceled.
June 9, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
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.
June 9, 2024. 8:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Ivanhoe Car Parking Lot - 356 Riverview Rd. Ivanhoe, Va 24350
This is the only "Wildlife After Dark" program offered this year, so you won't want to miss out! Spotting wild animals is hard.
June 12, 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.
June 12, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Time to go on a scavenger hunt in the campground.
June 12, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Field
Every animal has unique features and traits that make them special and suited for their natural environment.
June 12, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.
June 13, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Camp Store
Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!
June 13, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Visitor Center
Staunton River State Park is home for many different types of wild animals.
June 14, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Did you know your shoes leave more than tracks behind?
June 15, 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.
June 15, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Seven Bends State Park Lupton Access - Barn - 1191 Lupton Rd.
Get up close and personal with your wild neighbors and learn about their natural history.
June 15, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Who pooped in the park?
June 15, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Clinch River State Park Lebanon Farmers Market
Come join us at Lebanon Farmers Market for a fun learning program all about native animals to the Clinch River State Park.
June 15, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Have you ever wondered how snakes can swallow something as big as their own heads?
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