Do you want your kids to learn how to kayak?

This summer, the Junior Ranger program is exploring a different life group every week, and Week 1 is Plants & Fungi! Programs run Monday - Wednesday from 10am to 1pm. Outdoor and weather appropriate clothing must be worn as we will be exploring the park; getting dirty and 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.

Come and join us for our seasonal Summer Park Cleanup!

As a special opportunity during the park's quarterly cleanup, for Clean the Bay Day 2024 two park rangers will be leading a volunteer shoreline cleanup from the water!

As a special opportunity during the park's quarterly cleanup, for National Trails Day 2024 park rangers will be leading trail upkeep crews along the Long Pond and Holly Marsh trails.

Come and join us for our seasonal Summer Park Cleanup!

🐞🐛🐜 Buggy Tales: Insects and Their Incredible World 🐜🐛🐞    Explore the tiny yet mighty world of insects at Widewater State Park!

Join our Park Rangers for a unique experience of Aquia Creek as the cloak of twilight descends.

🐸Tales of Slimy Monsters: Amphibian Wonders🐸 Dive into the world of magical amphibians at Widewater State Park!

Explore Vernal Wonders: Amphibians of Widewater 🐸 Dive into the world of native amphibians with an exclusive guided tour to a vernal pool in Widewater State Park.

🌳🐍 WIDE WATER STATE PARK PRESENTS: "SNAKES ALIVE" 🐍🌳 Join us Saturday at 2:30 pm for an unforgettable experience at Wide Water State Park's "Snakes Alive" program!

This summer, the Junior Ranger program is exploring a different life group every week, and Week 2 is Insects! Programs run Monday - Wednesday from 10am to 1pm. Outdoor and weather appropriate clothing must be worn as we will be exploring the park; getting dirty and 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.

*Rescheduled from 6/5 due to weather!* Join our Park Rangers for a unique experience of Aquia Creek as the cloak of twilight descends.

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

Come learn about Palmer Hayden, a renowned Widewater artist who is known for his paintings of everyday life in African-American communities.

Join our Park Rangers for a unique experience of Aquia Creek as the cloak of twilight descends.

Uncover the world of native fish at Widewater State Park!

This summer, the Junior Ranger program is exploring a different life group every week, and Week 3 is Birds! Programs run Monday - Wednesday from 10am to 1pm. Outdoor and weather appropriate clothing must be worn as we will be exploring the park; getting dirty and 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.

Tales and Scales: Mythical Creatures and Real-life Reptiles  Join us at Widewater State Park for an enchanting adventure where myths come alive!

Uncover the world of native fish at Widewater State Park!

Tales and Scales: Mythical Creatures and Real-life Reptiles  Join us at Widewater State Park for an enchanting adventure where myths come alive!

Tales and Scales: Mythical Creatures and Real-life Reptiles  Join us at Widewater State Park for an enchanting adventure where myths come alive!

Tales and Scales: Mythical Creatures and Real-life Reptiles  Join us at Widewater State Park for an enchanting adventure where myths come alive!

Uncover the world of native fish at Widewater State Park!

This summer, the Junior Ranger program is exploring a different life group every week, and Week 4 is Amphibians & Reptiles! 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.

🌳🐍 WIDE WATER STATE PARK PRESENTS: "SNAKES ALIVE" 🐍🌳 Join us Saturday at 2:30 pm for an unforgettable experience at Wide Water State Park's "Snakes Alive" program!

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

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

Join our Park Rangers for a unique experience of Aquia Creek as the cloak of twilight descends.

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

Everyone has heard of dancing in the moonlight, but what about kayaking?

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.

Join our Park Rangers for a unique experience of Aquia Creek as the cloak of twilight descends.

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

This summer, the Junior Ranger program is exploring a different life group every week, and Week 6 is Mammals! 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.

🌳🐍 WIDE WATER STATE PARK PRESENTS: "SNAKES ALIVE" 🐍🌳 Join us Saturday at 2:30 pm for an unforgettable experience at Wide Water State Park's "Snakes Alive" program!

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

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

Join our Park Rangers for a unique experience of Aquia Creek as the cloak of twilight descends.

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

Everyone has heard of dancing in the moonlight, but what about kayaking?

Join our Park Rangers for a unique experience of Aquia Creek as the cloak of twilight descends.

Join us at Widewater State Park for a slithery, fun-filled adventure with “Snakes Alive!” Meet our friendly, live, non-venomous snake ambassadors and learn fascinating facts from a park ranger who’s a herpetologist specializing in snake behavior!

Discover the fascinating world of creepy crawlies and other unloved animals with a Park Ranger.

Homeschool students will explore wetlands while learning about the unique ecosystem.

Bring your curiosity as we explore the fascinating wetland ecosystem!

Join us for an exciting adventure on the Potomac River as we explore its aquatic treasures using a traditional seine net!

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

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

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

Join us for an exciting adventure focusing on insect life!

Join us for an exciting adventure focusing on insect life!

Join our Park Rangers for a unique experience of Aquia Creek as the cloak of twilight descends.

Calling all Girl Scouts!

Put away your smartphone and plot a course for adventure with this introduction to the sport of orienteering.

Put away your smartphone and plot a course for adventure with this introduction to the sport of orienteering.

Discover the fascinating world of creepy crawlies and other unloved animals with a Park Ranger.

Everyone has heard of dancing in the moonlight, but what about kayaking?

Join us for an engaging session where homeschooled children will discover how animals adapt to their environments!

Join us for an engaging session where children will discover how animals adapt to their environments!

The warm days may be coming to a close, but the time to volunteer will always be here!

Join the Fun at Widewater State Park: Fishing Adventures Await!

The warm days may be coming to a close, but the time to volunteer will always be here!

Join us at Widewater State Park for a slithery, fun-filled adventure with “Snakes Alive!” Meet our friendly, live, non-venomous snake ambassadors and learn fascinating facts from a park ranger who’s a herpetologist specializing in snake behavior!

Help our Rangers cleanup Widewater State Park by removing invasive Japanese Stilt Grass from the Holly Marsh Trail.

Discover the fascinating world of creepy crawlies and other unloved animals with a Park Ranger.

Explore the fascinating world of insects and reptiles!

Explore the fascinating world of insects and reptiles!

Join our Park Rangers for a unique experience of Aquia Creek as the cloak of twilight descends.

Join the Fun at Widewater State Park: Fishing Adventures Await!  Are you ready to reel in some fun? This summer, dive into our Educational Fishing Program designed for all aspiring anglers!

Join us at Widewater State Park for a slithery, fun-filled adventure with “Snakes Alive!” Meet our friendly, live, non-venomous snake ambassadors and learn fascinating facts from a park ranger who’s a herpetologist specializing in snake behavior!

Discover the fascinating world of creepy crawlies and other unloved animals with a Park Ranger.

Kids will dive into the slimy world of amphibians like frogs and salamanders!

Kids will dive into the slimy world of amphibians like frogs and salamanders!

Get up close and personal with creepy crawlies and slimy sensations from around the world!

Join the Fun at Widewater State Park: Fishing Adventures Await!

Will you take up the bow and try your hand at the sport of archery?

Have you always wanted to try archery but never had the opportunity?

Join us at Widewater State Park for a slithery, fun-filled adventure with “Snakes Alive!” Meet our friendly, live, non-venomous snake ambassadors and learn fascinating facts from a park ranger who’s a herpetologist specializing in snake behavior!

Discover the fascinating world of creepy crawlies and other unloved animals with a Park Ranger.

Dive into the fascinating world of wetland reptiles!

Dive into the fascinating world of wetland reptiles.

Join Us for a Spooktacular Halloween Adventure!  Are you ready for a Halloween experience like no other?

Join the Fun at Widewater State Park: Fishing Adventures Await!

Join us at Widewater State Park for a slithery, fun-filled adventure with “Snakes Alive!” Meet our friendly, live, non-venomous snake ambassadors and learn fascinating facts from a park ranger who’s a herpetologist specializing in snake behavior!

Discover the fascinating world of creepy crawlies and other unloved animals with a Park Ranger.

Let’s get creative as children work together to design a vibrant mural showcasing the wetland ecosystem!

 Join us in celebrating Earth Science Week with an exciting 1-hour rock identification program that's fun for the whole family.

Attention all adventurers and nature lovers, join us in celebrating Earth Science Week with an exciting 1-hour rock identification program that's fun for the whole family.   Get hands-on and Discover the secrets of rocks and their role in our environment.

Everyone has heard of dancing in the moonlight, but what about kayaking?

Join the Fun at Widewater State Park: Fishing Adventures Await!

Join us at Widewater State Park for a slithery, fun-filled adventure with “Snakes Alive!” Meet our friendly, live, non-venomous snake ambassadors and learn fascinating facts from a park ranger who’s a herpetologist specializing in snake behavior!

Discover the fascinating world of creepy crawlies and other unloved animals with a Park Ranger.

Uncover the secrets of venomous and nocturnal mammals from all corners of the Earth, from the elusive pangolin to the mysterious aye-aye, and from venomous snakes to stealthy spiders.

Join us at Widewater State Park for a slithery, fun-filled adventure with “Snakes Alive!” Meet our friendly, live, non-venomous snake ambassadors and learn fascinating facts from a park ranger who’s a herpetologist specializing in snake behavior!

Discover the fascinating world of creepy crawlies and other unloved animals with a Park Ranger.

Join us at Widewater State Park for a slithery, fun-filled adventure with “Snakes Alive!” Meet our friendly, live, non-venomous snake ambassadors and learn fascinating facts from a park ranger who’s a herpetologist specializing in snake behavior!

Discover Nature's Genius!

Discover Nature's Genius!

Join us at Widewater State Park for a slithery, fun-filled adventure with “Snakes Alive!” Meet our friendly, live, non-venomous snake ambassadors and learn fascinating facts from a park ranger who’s a herpetologist specializing in snake behavior!