Not able to attend a ranger-led program?

Step back in time and experience the life of a Civil War soldier at Camp Paradise, High Bridge Trail State Park.

Curious about Invasive Species?

Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.

The Civilian Conservation Corps (1933-1942) developed patches that were used by the enrollees as a means to identify others of their duties.

Join us as we build a beaver to find out if their teeth, and other body parts, are useful, or just a cruel joke played by Mother Nature.

Join the Rangers each week for story time!

Join us for "Tree Topia" as we uncover the magical realm of trees and their incredible role as habitats!

Seaweed plays a critical roll in coastal ecosystems.

Come join one of our Rangers on a guided hike through Widewater State Park!

Ready, set, crawl, to join General Raphael, our non-releasable rescue eastern box turtle, as we explore more about her and the animal friends she shares her habitat with.

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

"The sky is the ultimate art gallery just above us." - Ralph Waldo Emerson With the use of the Celestron automated telescope, view the astral bodies up close and learn about the history of the stars.

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.

Bring your current project, plans, or patterns, and work with others doing the same.  If you don’t have a project but would like to contribute, we are looking for some clothing items that we can either wear or display at the park for special events.

Winter Trams at False Cape State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge offer the unique opportunity to observe and experience the incredible migration of waterfowl.

Join a Ranger to learn about science and nature at Leesylvania State Park!

Designed to introduce young participants to the wonders of the natural world and foster an appreciation for the environment.

Join a Ranger to learn about science and nature at Leesylvania State Park!

"The sky is the ultimate art gallery just above us." - Ralph Waldo Emerson With the use of the Celestron automated telescope, view the astral bodies up close and learn about the history of the stars.

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

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

Bring your canine companion and join the B.A.R.K.

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.

Meet Gertie and Birdie, our Educational Ambassadors, and interact with our knowledgeable rangers while they care for these beloved critters.

Make your outdoor experience more memorable with a private program for your group or family at Shenandoah River State Park!

Who-who-whooooo's calling?

Are you looking for a great activity for the kids that is both fun and educational?

Winter Trams at False Cape State Park and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge offer the unique opportunity to observe and experience the incredible migration of waterfowl.

Join us for a rewarding morning of gardening alongside fellow plant enthusiasts.

Join us on Saturday, March 1st, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, for a rewarding day of community service at Kiptopeke State Park!

Join a ranger, enjoy Big Meadow Trail, and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park.

Now is the time of year that the Eastern Bluebird begins to nest, and you can help them find a home to raise a family.

Embark on a journey into the enchanting world of vernal pools.

Join us for a guided tour of the Visitor Center at High Bridge Trail State Park, where history and nature come together!

True Art, named in the honor of the Museum's first curator, James True, features the works of today's local artist in a show that celebrates the creativity and talents of our friends and neighbors.

Come and explore a dynamic ecosystem that prevents erosion and brings life to the river.  The living shoreline between the rip-rap and water’s edge is attracting interesting estuarine and marine creatures and plants.  Discover them and how living shorelines enhance and protect our waterfronts.

Travel through time on this scavenger hunt.

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

Nature journaling is the intersection of art, science, and curiosity.

Meet a Ranger at the Visitor Center for a guided hike to see if you can spot any of our springtime birds.

It's feeding time for our ambassador reptiles.  How do we feed our animals?

Celebrate the arrival of spring at Douthat State Park with a fun, hands-on nature craft.

Come hunt for shark teeth on the shoreline of the Potomac!

Join a ranger and explore the world of our bushy-tailed friends, from their fascinating life cycle to their clever winter behaviors.

As winter comes to an end, Virginia's earliest and most delicate woodland wildflowers begin to appear!

Come celebrate Invasive Species Awareness Week with us.

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.  Meet with our naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.

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

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.

Slither on down and join the Park Ranger for an in depth look into the fascinating lives of some local reptiles.

What do you think of when you hear term wildlife?

What’s the difference between a deer and an elk?

Turn your found fossils into wearable art!

How much do you know about Douthat State Park's past?

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

The Rappahannock Astronomy Club presents an evening of deep space viewing.

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.

Astrophotography is a type of photography that focuses on the night sky, photographing anything from other galaxies to beautiful nebulae.

On the first Sunday of every month, our Self-care Sunday Series invites you to join in on various activities specially created to help us engage with the beautiful surroundings of Powhatan State Park.

This special introductory program is designed to provide an in depth look at the fossils that have been found along the Potomac River.  We will explore the world of fossils and the ones that occur here.

Grab your journal and come on down to the park and try your hand at a new skill - Nature Journaling!

Enjoy a guided walk with a park interpreter down to the Natural Tunnel as you take in the history of the park, the sound of Stock Creek below, and the marvel of the Natural Tunnel itself.

Practice your detective skills by uncovering snakes hidden in images of their habitat, and discover how best to avoid those with venom.

Ready, set, crawl, to join General Raphael, our non-releasable rescue eastern box turtle, as we explore more about her and the animal friends she shares her habitat with.

A diverse grouping of women paints a fascinating portrait of life at Poplar Forest over a 200-year period.

Come join one of our Rangers on a guided hike through Widewater State Park!

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.

Can a fire really tell what kind of weather is coming?

Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.

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

Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.

Make the outdoors your classroom!  Schedule a field trip at Shenandoah River State Park!

This is a self-guided program for the whole family to enjoy.

Calling all Junior Rangers!

Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!

A new discovery awaits your family with Sky Meadows' Discovery Backpacks.

The Visitor Center at Sailor's Creek Battlefield Historical State Park offers a museum filled with treasured artifacts discovered over the years where the last major fight of the American Civil War in Virginia occurred on April 6, 1865.

Tours of the Hillsman House, a National Historic Landmark, are available to the public by request.

A Self-Guided Driving Tour of Sailor's Creek Battlefield is available to visitors year-round from sunrise to sunset.

Sailor's Creek Battlefield offers six, self-guided Hiking Trails with historic markers for the public to explore year round during daylight hours (sunrise to sunset).

Join us on a real or virtual hike through Claytor Lake State Park as we take a closer look at some of the beautiful native trees.

Stop by the fishing area behind Howe House to check out our EnChroma color blind scenic viewer.

Earn your junior ranger patch through a variety of programs and fun family activities.  Visit the park office, gift shop, or contact station for a copy of our Junior Ranger booklet, or you can download it from the link below.

Request a ranger to give your family or group a chance to engage in activities not otherwise available in our park.

Did you know that Haven Howe was an early advocate for environmental reform in Virginia? Participate in person or virtually as we examine the fine craftsmanship of the Howe House and learn of its builder, inhabitants, and history.

Contribute to citizen science by helping us create a time lapse of this mysterious site.

Go on a hiking adventure with Track Trails!

Take a hike back in time by visiting our tour points located at the same location as our collection of photos and videos from past years at Claytor Lake State Park and Claytor Lake.

Find out what it takes to be a ranger at Sky Meadows State Park.

Experience geocaching at Sky Meadows State Park with three park-themed caches.

Put on your boots and take your class outdoors with our new teacher-led Outdoor Educator Backpack.

Help us keep our trails beautiful.

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

Belle Isle State Park is looking for the next generation of ranger, are you ready to give it a try?

Discover the different habitats Sky Meadows has to offer on our Kids in Park's TRACK Trail!

Whether you are a teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, we are inviting you to plan your groups' next field trip to Fairy Stone State Park.

No matter your role—teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or beyond—we invite you to plan your group’s next field trip to Twin Lakes State Park.

Make York River State Park your destination for field education and outdoor discoveries.  We offer hikes and netting programs that highlight fresh water and estuarine ecosystems as well as coastal woodlands to enhance Standards of Learning requirements.  Canoe and kayak trips are available from May until the end of September, weather conditions apply.  Contact our Park Interpreters at (757)566-8523 or email john.gresham@dcr.virginia.gov or zach.robertson@dcr.virginia.gov to help plan your trip.

Enjoy a self-guided tour as you walk down to see the Natural Tunnel.