Between 05/11/2024 and 05/21/2024
(328) Events Found For All Event Types
April 2, 2024 10:00 a.m. - May 31, 2024 4:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Building
The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is now accepting entries for its “Stitch in Time” Quilt Show.
May 10, 2024 9:00 a.m. - May 12, 2024 3:00 p.m.
Wilderness Road State Park Historic Martin's Station
By May of 1775, men, women, and children headed west, deep into the harsh wilderness.
May 11, 2024. 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park 884 Indian Hollow Rd, Bentonville, VA US 22610
Put your mountain biking skills to the test at Shenanduro, a Virginia State Park Adventure Series race! All competitors will check in at the south end of the park, located near Downriver Canoe Company (884 Indian Hollow Rd, Bentonville, VA 22610).
May 11, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Playground Parking
If you love birds, people who love birds, and moms, this is the event for you!
May 11, 2024. 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Clinch River State Park St. Paul Farmers Market
Nature is all around us and one of the best ways to learn about it is by using all your senses.
May 11, 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!
May 11, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Museum Front Gate
The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park will offer a monthly "Birding in the Gap" series on the second Saturday of each month.
May 11, 2024. 9:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Boat ramp, at tournament building
Give Mom a real treat this Mother's Day. Ride with a ranger on our 30-foot pontoon boat and learn the history of how the lake was created and the origin of the state park. Keep a lookout for an abundance of wildlife which makes Smith Mountain Lake its home. Watch to see the ospreys that have returned to the lake from their winter home in the Caribbean.
May 11, 2024. 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Big Meadow Trailhead
Join a ranger and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park and about the particular fossils you can find here.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
York River State Park Amphitheater
Begin your canoe and kayak adventure with a rite of Spring on the Chesapeake Bay. Burning socks is a tradition among sailors near Annapolis. We will not need them with our water shoes. Please bring a pair of natural fiber socks for the ritual fire. Then, join us for the first paddle of the season. Cost.
May 11, 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.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Victorian Parlor
A quilter understands the value of preserving the past.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Visitor Center Lawn
Join us for a full day of live animal shows, hands on educational opportunities, and outdoor recreation clinics that all aim to highlight the rich natural history of Northern Virginia and foster stewardship of our environment.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Parking Lot Behind the Beach Amphitheater
Will you take up the bow and try your hand at the sport of archery?
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Timberneck House
Curious about how the light green house looks from the inside and its restoration process?
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Victorian Parlor
Mom does everything for you, now it’s your turn to do something for her. Show your mom some love this Mother’s Day weekend by submitting up to two of your mom’s favorite flowers either in honor of, or in memory of, for the museum’s floral display.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Grayson Highlands State Park Massie Gap
Visit a ranger and learn about bear safety.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
The use of bows to shoot arrows has been a part of global history for thousands of years whether for defense, survival, or sport.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Mayo River Trails
Join us every second Saturday at the Mayo River Trails to explore the future Mayo River State Park. You will also discover some interesting facts about local wildlife, the history of the Native Americans who inhabited the area, and about the exploration of the area by William Byrd.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Stock Creek Recreation Area
Get down and dirty with this two-hour wild cave tour.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Machicomoco State Park Interpretive Area
Everyone has a different type of bond with their mother, and so do the mothers and children of the animal world.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Shot Tower- 283 Pauley Flatwoods Rd. Austinville, Va 24312
Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
It’s Mothers Day, and our trails are full of mother animals taking care of young.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Seven Bends State Park Hollingsworth Access - Entrance Sign - 2111 S Hollingsworth Rd
The Children's Garden Workshops are a great way to get your little one up, moving, creating and learning.
May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
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May 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 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.
May 11, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Embark on an exhilarating journey into the world of birds with our Citizen Science Series, "Birdwatching Adventures." We invite nature enthusiasts of all levels to discover the wonders of avian life while contributing to scientific research through the renowned eBird platform.
May 11, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Occoneechee State Park Splash Park
Feel the joy of bluebird conservation as you learn about the Eastern Bluebird.
May 11, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Pond
Surviving as a colonist was drastically different and more complex than the 21st century, but we can still find similarities between them and us.
May 11, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
What animal inspired a popular children's game?
May 11, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center Pavilion
Spoil Mom with a delightful cup of tea.
May 11, 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.
May 11, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
Who says you have to get up at the crack of dawn to go bird watching?
May 11, 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.
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park Visitor Center
Sailor’s Creek Battlefield Historical State Park will remember mothers everywhere on this day with a special presentation commemorating Mother's Day.
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Picnic Area Pond
Do you know why turtles have shells?
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Meet at Discovery Center Pavilion
Bring Mom out for a Wildflower Walk to uncover some of Virginia's prettiest, yet often overlooked, treasures.
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Caledon State Park Caledon Marsh
Come on and take a free ride...
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Amphitheater Trailhead
Join a park ranger on a hike to the waterfall and back.
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Douthat Lake is home to some big, beautiful trout.
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Interpretive Area: Picnic Shelter 2
Join us in making homemade cards for the special women in your life, using real flowers!
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
This land-based, hook-free fishing game is a fun and safe way to learn how to cast, but even those who are fishing fanatics will enjoy trying to beat out the competition in this game of limited resources.
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Visitor Center Porch
Flowers are a traditional Mother’s Day gift, but they only last so long.
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
The survival bracelet is the superhero utility belt of the outdoors.
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Visitor Center
Watch and learn about our ambassador animals, Reba the Corn Snake or Stevie the King Snake, as they feed on a frozen mouse! .
May 11, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We would like to introduce you to “Boxer” the box turtle.
May 11, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Boat House
Bear Creek Lake is a modest 40 aces in size yet has a many-faceted story to tell.
May 11, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Learn some of the trade secrets of what it takes to create the perfect "Fairy Stone" that everyone is looking for.
May 11, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Join us as we build a beaver to find out if the beaver's teeth, and other body parts, are useful, or just a cruel joke played by Mother Nature.
May 11, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Parking Lot Behind the Beach Amphitheater
Will you take up the bow and try your hand at the sport of archery?
May 11, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods. Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems. Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.
May 11, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park CCC Museum
Step back in time to 1939, when Pocahontas State Park was known as the Swift Creek Recreational Demonstration Area and learn more about the history of the park.
May 11, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Water's Edge Meeting Facility
For decades, citizen science has helped increase bluebird populations.
May 11, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Grayson Highlands State Park Visitor Center
Have you ever seen a tree grow out of a rock?
May 11, 2024. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Widewater State Park Visitor Center
🌳🐍 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!
May 11, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
Be on the lookout for our Roving Ranger as they roam the picnic areas and beaches with interesting animal or historical artifacts from the park.
May 11, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Like them or loathe them, snakes are important to our ecosystems.
May 11, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.
May 11, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park Bluebell Trailhead
Did you know mommy opossums carry their young on their backs for three to five months?
May 11, 2024. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 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.
May 11, 2024. 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Trees have magical qualities which give us many important everyday items and the oxygen we breathe.
May 11, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Frogs, crawdads, and children, oh my!
May 11, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Clinch River State Park Estonoa Wetlands Center ( 3126 Deacon Dr, St Paul, VA 24283)
Join us at the Wetlands Estonoa Center for a fun educational activity all about environments and how they work.
May 11, 2024. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Belle Isle State Park Picnic Area
You never know what critters you will see around Belle Isle, there's dozens to pick from. Join a ranger to learn about the insects we see and don't see and make a craft to take home and share with friends and family.
May 11, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Park Office
Hop on over to learn the calls and search for some of Virginia's native frog species.
May 11, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Interpretive Area: Hillside Steps
Star gaze with us and become a "Night Sky Explorer" Junior Ranger!
May 11, 2024. 7:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park Interpretive Center
Join us for an evening presentation at 7:30 in the interpretive center. Dr.
May 11, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Sky Meadows State Park Historic Area
Discover our International Dark-Sky Park!
May 11, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Powhatan State Park Equestrian Parking
5/4 RESCHEDULED TO 5/11 DUE TO WEATHER Join astronomers from the Richmond Astronomical Society for Saturday Under the Stars.
May 11, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Gazebo
Calling all amateur astronomers and people who enjoy the night sky!
May 11, 2024. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Did you know that opossums roamed the earth with the dinosaurs and that raccoons have “hands” like ours? Wonder what other secrets these critters hold? Join us to discover little known facts about these amazing animals and how they benefit humans.
May 11, 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.
May 11, 2024. 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park Water's Edge Meeting Facility Back Dock
Take a stroll along our lake shore as you visit several mesmerizing lights that have been placed in or along the lake.
May 11, 2024. 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Staunton River State Park Observation Field
Come join the storytellers from CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) on the Observation Field to share the stories of the stars.
May 12, 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!
May 12, 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.
May 12, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
The use of bows to shoot arrows has been a part of global history for thousands of years whether for defense, survival, or sport.
May 12, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Caledon State Park Visitor Center
Celebrate Mother's Day with a peaceful paddle to Caledon Marsh.
May 12, 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.
May 12, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Shot Tower- 283 Pauley Flatwoods Rd. Austinville, Va 24312
Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.
May 12, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Visitor Center
It’s Mothers Day, and our trails are full of mother animals taking care of young.
May 12, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.
May 12, 2024. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Chippokes State Park Farm and Forestry Museum
Pasture Pals is a special program at Chippokes, where guests are introduced to and able to spend quality time with our ambassador farm animals. Have you ever wondered exactly why donkeys have such long ears?
May 12, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Stop by the Visitor Center and have the opportunity to view the sun through a telescope.
May 12, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Widewater State Park Field behind the Gravel Parking Lot
Will you take up the bow and try your hand at the sport of archery?
May 12, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Visitor Center
Want to know more about how our animal friends parented their young?
May 12, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Growing up in the park trail walk. What is it like raising a baby in the park? From insects to birds, animals have different strategies for raising their young. We will meet at the Pollinator Garden, share some different ways animals raise their young, then walk towards Wortman Pond to see if we can find any young tadpoles, or froglets in the pond. .
May 12, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park Camp Paradise - 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966
During the Civil War, Union soldiers were always ready for the challenges of marching, training, or engaging in battle.
May 12, 2024. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
A face only a mother could love?
May 12, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Wilderness Road Blockhouse
Step back in time and participate in games played in the 18th century.
May 12, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Holliday Lake State Park Park Office
Prepare to be mesmerized by the mysterious world of snakes at Holliday Lake State Park's "Sssensational Snakes" program!
May 12, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
Come join us at the Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center to create butterfly and flower crafts.
May 12, 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.
May 12, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
The Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Club is open to beginner and intermediate level archers 18 years old and older.
May 12, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Southwest Virginia Museum Victorian Parlor
Mom does everything for you, now it’s your turn to do something for her. Show your mom some love this Mother’s Day weekend by submitting up to two of your mom’s favorite flowers either in honor of, or in memory of, for the museum’s floral display.
May 12, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
Can you hear the park talking? There are many tales and tails throughout Sweet Run State Park. Some are visual, some are tactile, most don’t use words, so how does the park share its stories? Growing up in the park. What is it like raising a baby in the park? Animals have different strategies for raising their young. Stop by the table and find out who is living in the park and how they grow up. .
May 12, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Claytor Lake State Park VDGIF Public Boat Launch Parking Lot - Bear Dr.
What kind of native flowers are in bloom this time of year?
May 12, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
High Bridge Trail State Park High Bridge
Be on the lookout for our Roving Ranger as they roam the trail around High Bridge with interesting historical artifacts from the park.
May 12, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park Visitor Center
Sailor’s Creek Battlefield Historical State Park will remember mothers everywhere on this day with a special presentation commemorating Mother's Day.
May 12, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Do you love art and nature?