Join a ranger to hike along a section of the Mountain View Trail and cut through the woods for a short distance, seeing the ruins of an old moonshine still along the way.

Become a prospector as we follow in the footsteps of "Stampmill Sam".

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

The Visitor Center is home to two freshwater Red-Eared Slider turtles, Jennika and Venus, and it is time for them to eat.

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! .

Get your feet wet investigating the vast array of life in a stream.

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

The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.

After the iron industry moved away from the area, residents of Fayerdale went from mining to 'shining.

Calling all homeschoolers and curious kiddos of all kinds!

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

Ever wondered what the concrete ships look like up close?

Paddle your way around the park’s unique ecosystem.

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.

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.

The Senior Ranger series is geared towards senior citizens who are interested in learning more about nature.

Learn how to make baskets and coasters out of pine needles at this hands-on workshop. All materials are provided.

Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle.

While we sleep a whole new set of nocturnal animals come out to begin their "daily" activities.

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

The 250-acre Hoover Mountain Bike Area is located on a reclaimed 20th century mine site.

Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!

Calling all homeschoolers!

Take a fascinating hike to learn about the rich history of James River State Park from fossils to the American Civil War.

This field-based game is a fun and safe way to examine the interactions between a predator population of coyotes and a prey population of deer in a forest. This program is suitable for all ages.

This is your chance to learn the sport of archery under the watchful eye of a certified instructor.

Learn about the reptiles that can be spotted in the park!

Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.

Become a prospector as we follow in the footsteps of "Stampmill Sam".

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.

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.

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.

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.

Just because we don’t always spot them, we know the animals are around by the tracks and traces they leave behind.

Have you ever wondered why this park has two lakes?

If you have completed our Archery 101 program or have archery experience, you are invited to participate in this Archery 102 program.

This program will touch on different types of animal adaptations through arts and crafts.  Do you know the different types of color adaptations that animals have?

Calling all homeschoolers and curious kiddos!

Come on out to Chippokes State Park and discover what is left of a forgotten historic roadway on this ranger-led hike. Learn about historic transportation routes, the area's first inhabitants, speculation and myths of the road, and natural history.

Take a break and come visit with the rangers.

Come over to picnic shelter #2 and get inspired by the great outdoors.  Create your own masterpiece!  Great for all ages. .

The Bay can hold many secrets.

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

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

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.

Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.

Dive into the history of the Occaneechi Tribe that once called Occoneechee State Park home.

"Aww, isn't that cute" probably aren't the words most people say when they see a vulture.

Without pollinators, people and all of Earth's terrestrial ecosystems would not survive.

Be on the lookout for a roaming ranger with a mini-program and learn something new.

Tour a replica of the Anderson Blockhouse as rangers provide information about the history of the building and area.

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! .

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!

The Catlett Islands are full of ghosts, but they aren’t what you think!

Join us on Friday, September 27th at 6 p.m. at the Skyline Trail at Natural Bridge State Park for the 2024 Mental Health Walk.

Step back in time as we uncover the mysteries of those at rest in the park's historic cemetery.

'Whooo' will hear 'whooo' first?

The one and only mammal on the planet capable of true flight absolutely loves Hungry Mother.

Hear the tale of star-crossed lovers that the trail is named after and view the tunnel from above.

Paddle under the darkening sky to visit the ghosts that haunt the lost town of Fayerdale.

Grab your binoculars and get outside.  Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy will lead these monthly hikes to discover and identify birds at Sweet Run State Park. We will explore parts of this beautiful 900 acre preserve and see what lives in and visits its diverse habitats.

On September 28th, all of our Virginia State Parks will celebrate National Public Lands Day with all of the public lands across the country.

To celebrate National Public Lands Day, we're hosting a park-wide scavenger hunt!

How do you give back to the land that surrounds and nurtures you?

The Margaret Watson Bird Club will co-host a site cleanup and birding adventure with High Bridge Trail as we celebrate National Public Lands Day.

Meet with a ranger and go on a guided hike along the Oak Hickory Trail.

Join us as we remove litter and other debris from our shoreline. Staunton River State Park sits at the confluence of the Staunton and Dan Rivers, so as you can imagine, we have quite a bit of shoreline that needs tending to. Rangers and volunteers alike will be working hard clean up the shoreline along the Dan River. The park will provide trash bags and trash grabbers. Please bring gloves, closed-toe shoes, and plenty of drinking water.

Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!

To celebrate Bike Your Park Day, we will be offering a special overnight primitive camping for 'bikepackers' and off-road tourist.

Join thousands of other volunteers around the country on a project to improve public lands, this time along the Cedar Creek Trail.

National Public Lands Day is the nation's largest, single‐day volunteer effort for public lands and works to connect people to public lands in their community, inspire environmental stewardship, and encourage use of public lands for education, recreation, and general health.

Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity in the great outdoors?

How do you give back to the land that surrounds and nurtures you?

This one is for the girls.

Stop by the Discovery Room on your way out on the trail to visit some of First Landing's premier animal ambassadors!

Join us for National Public Lands Day, a nationwide celebration of environmental stewardship and public land preservation!

Get competitive while enjoying the beauty of Smith Mountain Lake!

11 a.m.   Shoreline Cleanup @ the Beach Building Volunteer  your and help stop pollution.

Would you like to have the chance to explore the trails in Powhatan State Park and meet new people?

Come check out our Trailgate which is like a tailgate for a football game, but this one's more nature-centric.

National Public Lands Day is a call for all of us to restore and improve our public lands.

Be a part of our 9th Annual Campsite Cook-off.

Stop by the nature booth to borrow a Family Learning Adventures adventure pack for the day.

Curious about how the light green house looks from the inside and its restoration process?

Come learn what makes cave ecosystems so delicate and special.

'Family Learning Adventures,' formally known as 'Arks for Parks,' is back this year at Twin Lakes State Park.

Celebrate National Public Lands Day by learning how to identify and remove invasive plants so native species have a chance to thrive.

Help preserve the beautiful Belle Isle State Park and protect the wildlife that calls it home.

Join us for a volunteer opportunity in honor of National Public Lands Day.

We're excited to invite you to join us for a special trail clean-up day at Mason Neck State Park on National Public Lands Day.

The Children's Garden Workshops are a great way to get your little one up, moving, creating and learning.

Celebrate National Public Lands Day by volunteering at your local state park!          Join rangers and other volunteers at Leesylvania State Park and help clean up our beaches and shoreline.

Minerals and Rocks, what could they have in common?

Come honor and celebrate the work of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) in Virginia State Parks. Create your own pennant flag, then wonder on over to the CCC Museum to see how yours compares to the pennants of the 1930s.

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.

Discover the art of journaling in the wild with a ranger.

Paleo art is any art depicting prehistoric life on earth based on the evidence we have.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

Join us in late September for the Grayson Highlands Fall Festival.

Ever wonder what animals call Kiptopeke home or what those shells on the beach are called?