Maybe it’s because I have a terrible case of “spring fever” but I have been looking ahead for fun things to do outside in the upcoming months at Virginia State Parks, and I think I found a few. 

Everyone is ready to get outside at Virginia State Parks

I thought I would share some exciting events and tempting program choices that are happening at the Virginia State Parks in Northern Virginia. Special events, ranger led programs and self-guided tours are available year-round for you and your family. 

Below you will find a few family friendly ideas for the upcoming months. So please make sure to save the date and get them on your calendar so you won't miss out.   

Make your plans to get outside at

Leesylvania and Mason Neck State Park's this spring

Special events for Leesylvania State Park:

• Easter Egg Stuffing – March 19, 2016 click here for details
• Annual Easter Egg Hunt - March 26, 2016 click here for details

Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Leesylvania State Park

Mason Neck State Park Eagle Festival Fun

Specials event for Mason Neck State Park:

• The 19th Annual Mason Neck State Park Eagle Festival -  April 23, 2016 click here for more information
• As always, both parks offer self-guided tours and back pack explorations. To learn more about the Fitness Challenge at Mason Neck State Park click here.

Leesylvania State Park - Family fun programs March and April:

• Colonial Children's Games, Lighting the Night, Pond Play, Spring Break Scavenger Hunt - click here for dates, times details for programs at Leesylvania State Park

Mason Neck State Park – Programs for all ages for March and April:

• Adventure Hiking, Endangered Animals, All About Owls, Wonders of Nature, Eagle Pals, Amazing Eagles, Tundra Swan Hiking, Nature Crafts, birding, Up-Cycle Trash Art. Great Blue Heron and Osprey hikes, and one I am very curious about; Rocket Power. Click here for dates, times and details for programs at Mason Neck State Park.

Can you see me? A Green Tree Frog

Earth Day Celebrations

• April 16, 2016 at Mason Neck State Park, click here for a schedule.
• April 23, 2016 at Leesylvania State Park, click here for a schedule.

So make it happen and get out of the city and into the countryside, if nothing else take a hike along one of the great trails that meander along the Potomac River at either state park. Mason Neck State Park is located near Lorton in Fairfax County, click here for a Google map or call (700) 339-2385. Leesylvania State Park is located near Woodbridge in Prince William County. Click here for a Google map or call (703)730-8205.

So you better get ready

Spring is just around the corner at Virginia State Parks