Between 09/18/2024 and 09/28/2024
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Sky Meadows State Park
Aug. 19, 2024 10:00 a.m. - Sept. 22, 2024 4:00 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Visitor Center
By collecting monarch eggs and caterpillars to raise indoors, we are improving their chances of surviving to the butterfly stage; aiding this endangered species.
Kiptopeke State Park
Sept. 8, 2024 10:00 a.m. - Sept. 22, 2024 12:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Boat Ramp
Ever wonder what animals call Kiptopeke home or what those shells on the beach are called?
Staunton River State Park
Sept. 17, 2024 8:00 p.m. - Sept. 18, 2024 1:00 a.m.
Staunton River State Park Observation Field
A partial lunar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes through the Earth's partial shadow, or penumbra, and only a portion of it passes through the darkest shadow, or umbra.
Lake Anna State Park
Sept. 18, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Become a prospector as we follow in the footsteps of "Stampmill Sam".
Westmoreland State Park
Sept. 18, 2024. 10:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
The Visitor Center is home to two freshwater Red-Eared Slider turtles, Jennika and Venus, and it is time for them to eat.
Widewater State Park
Sept. 18, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Widewater State Park Next to the Visitor Center
Join us for an engaging session where homeschooled children will discover how animals adapt to their environments!
Westmoreland State Park
Sept. 18, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
It's feeding time for two of our ambassador reptiles, Stevie the King Snake and Reba the Corn Snake, and we welcome you to attend this demonstration and learn about these snakes as they prepare to feed on a frozen mouse! .
Fairy Stone State Park
Sept. 18, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations, and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own 'fairy stone.' After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will travel to the site.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Sept. 18, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Virginia Dare Marina, 3619 Airport Road Huddleston, VA. 24104
All aboard the Virginia Dare for a fun-filled and informative lunch cruise.
Lake Anna State Park
Sept. 18, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Get your feet wet investigating the vast array of life in a stream.
Fairy Stone State Park
Sept. 18, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Murders over moonshine rocked the town of Fayerdale in the 1920s and 30s, leaving a dying town remembered for tragedy rather than the mining operations that once made it a boomtown. Moonshining (illegal whiskey making) was quite prevalent in and around the Fairy Stone State Park area in the early 1900s. Jealousy, greed, and competition often led to feuds, brawls, and even killings.
Hungry Mother State Park
Sept. 18, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 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.
Fairy Stone State Park
Sept. 19, 2024. 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Amphitheater Trailhead
Join an interpretive ranger on a hike to the Fairy Stone Dam and Spillway.
Raymond R.
Sept. 19, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Cabin Connector Trailhead
Do you think you have what it takes to build a shelter that will withstand the wind and the rain?
Pocahontas State Park
Sept. 19, 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.
Kiptopeke State Park
Sept. 19, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Boat Ramp
Ever wondered what the concrete ships look like up close?
Lake Anna State Park
Sept. 19, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Get ready to catch gold fever and mosey on over to join our interpretive rangers on a quest for this elusive mineral.
York River State Park
Sept. 19, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Got a little explorer who’s beyond crawling, but isn’t ready to hike with the Kindergarten siblings?  The Tyke Hike is the perfect fit for little legs.  The hikes are less than a mile and mostly stroller friendly.  The ranger will help your little one discover neat things in nature in this one hour adventure.  Call and register today.
Fairy Stone State Park
Sept. 19, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations, and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own 'fairy stone.' After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will travel to the site.
Leesylvania State Park
Sept. 19, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Calling all homeschoolers and curious kiddos!
Bear Creek Lake State Park
Sept. 19, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Lakeside Snack Bar
Learn how to make baskets and coasters out of pine needles at this hands-on workshop. All materials are provided.
Raymond R.
Sept. 19, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Bluebell Trailhead
North America has one native tropical-tasting fruit - the pawpaw!
Lake Anna State Park
Sept. 19, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Get inspired while you make your own paper.
Fairy Stone State Park
Sept. 19, 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.
Southwest Virginia Museum
Sept. 19, 2024. 3:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Building
The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is excited to announce the fall semester of the WiseJAMS Music Program.
Widewater State Park
Sept. 19, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Widewater State Park Picnic Shelter 1
Join us for an engaging session where children will discover how animals adapt to their environments!
Twin Lakes State Park
Sept. 19, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park Cedar Crest Conference Center
The Friends of Twin Lakes State Park is an all-volunteer non-profit that supports Twin Lakes State Park.
False Cape State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!
Widewater State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Widewater State Park Throughout the Park
The warm days may be coming to a close, but the time to volunteer will always be here!
Raymond R.
Sept. 20, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park River Bend Discovery Center - 132 Campground Rd.Bentonville, VA 22610
Calling all homeschoolers!
James River State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Take a fascinating hike to learn about the rich history of James River State Park from fossils to the American Civil War.
Twin Lakes State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
During this one-mile trek, a ranger will guide you through this journey through time on Goodwin Lake Trail. Although rated easy, this trail may not be suitable for those with strollers or severe mobility issues.
Kiptopeke State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
Learn about the reptiles that can be spotted in the park!
Fairy Stone State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.
Lake Anna State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Become a prospector as we follow in the footsteps of "Stampmill Sam".
Clinch River State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clinch River State Park Sugar Hill Trail Head
What is a water cycle?
Kiptopeke State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
Join us at the Big Water Visitor Center for a feeding frenzy! You will be able to observe a variety of animals in our saltwater fish tank along with our resident Eastern box turtle. Learn how to identify the different species and what they all like to eat.
Douthat State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
A face only a mother could love?
Hungry Mother State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.
Fairy Stone State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations, and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own 'fairy stone.' After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will travel to the site.
Chippokes State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Jones-Stewart Mansion
This historical building tour is designed to highlight the architecture of the time, designs, furnishings, special touches, ornate decor, and stories within the walls of the Jones-Stewart Mansion.
James River State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.
Twin Lakes State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Watch Ranger Scout the snake stretch his jaw muscles as he consumes his favorite snack...a mouse!  Parks are for everyone.
Douthat State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Douthat Lake is home to some big, beautiful trout.
Lake Anna State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
Take a break and come visit with the rangers.
Kiptopeke State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Picnic Shelter 2
Come over to picnic shelter #2 and get inspired by the great outdoors.  Create your own masterpiece!  Great for all ages. .
Kiptopeke State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
The Bay can hold many secrets.
Fairy Stone State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Join our rangers in discovering the secrets held by the magnificent White-tailed Deer.
Clinch River State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Clinch River State Park Oxbow Center
Come join a ranger and learn all about bees!
James River State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 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.
Twin Lakes State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Did you know owls get "hairballs?" About once a day, an owl spits up a ball of hair and bones--leftovers from their most recent meals--called an owl pellet.
Douthat State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Camp Store Parking Area
Join us for an immersive adventure!
Lake Anna State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Lake Anna State Park Visitor Center
"Aww, isn't that cute" probably aren't the words most people say when they see a vulture.
Claytor Lake State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Throughout the Campgrounds
Be on the lookout for a roaming ranger with a mini-program and learn something new.
Kiptopeke State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Fishing Pier
Ever wanted to learn how to crab?  Join us on the fishing pier while we show you just how easy and fun it is.  $2 per person.  Great for all ages! .
Belle Isle State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Campground Bath House
Are you an expert angler or looking to pick up a couple fishing tips?
Natural Tunnel State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Picnic Area
Autumn is not the only season that is perfect to take a wagon ride. Take a relaxing ride through the park and campground, experiencing the sounds of summertime.
Widewater State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Widewater State Park Aquia Creek Paddle Launch
Join the Fun at Widewater State Park: Fishing Adventures Await!
Machicomoco State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Outdoor Classroom
Pollinator populations everywhere are in a steady decline, but why all the buzz about it?
Douthat State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Twilight is the perfect time to search for salamanders.
Fairy Stone State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Beach Breezeway
Come with us on a guided canoe tour of the beautiful lake at Fairy Stone State Park.
Natural Bridge State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Natural Bridge State Park Visitor Center
Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.
Caledon State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Caledon State Park Visitor Center
Who-who-whooooo's calling?
Claytor Lake State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Interpretive Campfire Circle - Campground D
Join us around a relaxing campfire on autumn's eve as our rangers discuss why leaves change color.
Hungry Mother State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Discovery Center
The one and only mammal on the planet capable of true flight absolutely loves Hungry Mother.
Natural Tunnel State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Blockhouse Parking Lot
Join a ranger on a guided hike to learn more about different ecosystems found in the park.
Douthat State Park
Sept. 20, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Bring your family and friends and join a park ranger for a campfire on the water’s edge at the beach amphitheater.
Machicomoco State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Cartop Boat Launch
Paddle through the Catlett Islands on a Ranger led kayak tour which explores the diverse wildlife, ecosystems, and history of the park.
Powhatan State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Powhatan State Park Equestrian Parking
Come celebrate this native Virginia fruit with a 10-mile or 5-mile run. The event will also feature beer trucks, family and nature programs, and live music.  Participants will run the exterior trails of the park.
Fairy Stone State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Amphitheater Trailhead
Join a park ranger on a hike to the waterfall and back.
False Cape State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!
Southwest Virginia Museum
Sept. 21, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Front Gate
The Park will offer a monthly Prowl the Powell a monthly nature series on the third Saturday of each month.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park
Sept. 21, 2024 9:00 a.m. - Sept. 22, 2024 4:00 p.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park Hillsman House
The Friends of Sailor's Creek Battlefield Historical State Park invite visitors to attend a fall American Civil War battle re-enactment at Sailor's Creek.
Widewater State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Widewater State Park Throughout the Park
The warm days may be coming to a close, but the time to volunteer will always be here!
Sweet Run State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Start your weekend with fresh air, beautiful scenery, comradery, and a feeling of accomplishment.
Sky Meadows State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Picnic Area
Take into your heart the peace of wild things.
Mason Neck State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Visitor Center Pollinator Garden
Join the Friends of Mason Neck and Fairfax Master Naturalists for a rewarding day of volunteer garden work!
Smith Mountain Lake State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Beach Pavilion
Join the Smith Mountain Lake community in the effort to eliminate poverty in the region.
York River State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Long before there was a York River State Park, or even a York River, 6,000 plus years ago, marine creatures swam here in a shallow sea.
Caledon State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Caledon State Park Visitor Center
Got an eye for nature?
Pocahontas State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Grab a wildlife scavenger hunt from the visitor center and discover a new way to explore.
Pocahontas State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Are there actually beavers in Beaver Lake?
James River State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 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.
Natural Tunnel State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Stock Creek Recreation Area
Mussels play a huge part in our watershed.
Sweet Run State Park
This event has been canceled.
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Perfect for families and curious minds of all ages, Solar Saturdays offer a bright way to learn and play under the sun.
Raymond R.
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park RV Bathhouse
Can you shout out BINGO first?  Join us for birding bingo, a guided birding hike along the Bluebell Trail.
First Landing State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
First Landing State Park The Narrows at 64th Street
See First Landing in a whole new lens in this guided hike through one of the most vital ecosystems around: the marsh!
Sky Meadows State Park
Sept. 21, 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.
Bear Creek Lake State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Acorn Loop Shelter
As the seasons change, feathered friends will appreciate some extra sustenance.
Kiptopeke State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Boat Ramp
Ever wonder what animals call Kiptopeke home or what those shells on the beach are called?
Kiptopeke State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
Owls, bats and bugs oh my!
Chippokes State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Jones-Stewart Mansion Brick Kitchen
Join our costumed interpreters for a demonstration of historical cooking methods in the Jones-Stewart Mansion's original brick kitchen.
Twin Lakes State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Get creative when you build your very own bug at this ranger-led program.
Westmoreland State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 10:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
The Visitor Center is home to two freshwater Red-Eared Slider turtles, Jennika and Venus, and it is time for them to eat.
Powhatan State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Multiple Locations
We are hosting Central Virginia’s most exciting new event, the 2nd Annual Pawpaw Festival.
Leesylvania State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Pond
Frogs, turtles, and fish, oh my!  Explore the life that exists in the pond while learning about the abundance of animals that call this ecosystem home.  Join a park ranger and use nets to catch animals.
Westmoreland State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
It's feeding time for two of our ambassador reptiles, Stevie the King Snake and Reba the Corn Snake, and we welcome you to attend this demonstration and learn about these snakes as they prepare to feed on a frozen mouse! .
Belle Isle State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
Nature provides colorful outdoor scenery during the Autumn months.
First Landing State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Bay Lab (inside the Main Visitor Center)
Step inside to learn all about the magic of the Chesapeake Bay and its inhabitants.
Fairy Stone State Park
Sept. 21, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations, and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own 'fairy stone.' After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will travel to the site.
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