The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park is now accepting entries for the “Stitch in Time” Quilt Show.

The Eta Aquarids meteor shower is an above average meteor shower with about 30 meteors per hour at its peak in the Northern Hemisphere.

Looking for a family friendly way to kick off your summer fun?

This is a self-guided program for the whole family to enjoy.

Looking for a fun way to explore the park at your own pace?

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

Come experience the beautiful James River on this guided kayak tour with DCR's Bay Experience team!

What is wet, muddy, has lots of plants and animals, and kind of stinks?

Join a ranger, enjoy Big Meadow Trail, and learn about the natural history of Westmoreland State Park.

Bows and arrows have been a part of human society for thousands of years and used for both survival and sport.

We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.

Did you know if Americans recycled one-tenth of their newspapers it would save 25 million trees a year?

Let's venture out in search of the great bumble bee.

There are many stories to tell about Sweet Run State Park.  Some are visual, some will be tactile, and most do not use words.

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.

Are you participating in No Meat May?

Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.

Step into the heart of Douthat State Park on this guided hike that uncovers the wonders of nature, from the smallest details to the grandest views.

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

What's a benthic organism and how do they survive in the creek?

Chippokes State Park welcomes visitors to accompany an interpretive guide on a very unique historical building tour experience to explore one of the oldest dwellings on property.

Join us for a hike showcasing summer wildflowers along Saunder's Creek.

Come join our Rangers on a hike of Long Pond Trail!

Join our volunteer on a short stroll and tour of the historic Howe House.

Is the opossum misunderstood?

Join the Rangers on a guided hike through our most popular trail!

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.

Visit a ranger and learn about bear safety.

Do you know how many common "weeds" have historic use as food and medicine?

Interested in learning more about archery while having fun?

Yes, this is an honest-to-goodness game show with buzzers, lights, excitement, and prizes (without the TV cameras). We will put your knowledge to the test about everything from history, animals, plants, and more.

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.

Regurgitated owl puke!?

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

Animals may be shy, but they leave plenty of clues behind.

This field-based game is a fun and safe way to examine the remarkable abilities of bats and the importance of preserving their habitats.

Nature has a wide variety of different colors and patterns for us to look at.

Join us as we learn more about the prehistoric history of Chippokes through fossils that can be found right on our beaches!

Use nets to catch lake life!

Did you know that 11 to 3 million years ago Chippokes, the James River, and most of the Tidewater area of Virginia was all under water and at the bottom of the Claremont Manor Sea? Join an interpreter on an adventure through the Fossil Beds of Chippokes to see what we can find...

Over 200 years ago, early adventurers like Daniel Boone walked these same hills and valleys we see today.

Are you ready to broaden your horizons beyond car camping to enjoy a more challenging and immersive camping experience?

Want to know a secret?

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

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

The Bay can hold many secrets.

Join us for Art in the Park and learn how to fish print using rubber replicas.

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

First Landing is home to many creatures both large and small.

Of all the mammals, opossums are the most misunderstood. They are fascinating creatures with very unique characteristics.

Have you met the animals living at Hungry Mother State Park's Discovery Center?

Ever wondered what a skunk’s fur feels like, or how big a bobcat’s skull really is?

Paddle around the lake with us and discover the variety of habitats the lake provides.

Come enjoy an afternoon with guitar legend and world-famous builder Wayne C.

Let’s head over to Edmunds Lake and try to wrangle in some big fish.

How can we be more sustainable when practicing our favorite hobbies?

Scurry on over to investigate the secret life of a bug.

Evenings are a wonderful time in the park to be on the water.

What's a camping trip without a campfire?

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

Come learn what makes cave ecosystems so delicate and special.

Paddle the lower Potomac River on a fossil finding adventure! Millions of years ago, Virginia was covered in a shallow sea that was teeming with life, leaving behind prolific fossil beds.

Come walk the park's bluebird trail with a Virginia Master Naturalist as she checks the nestboxes and records data for the Virginia Bluebird Society.

Spring is in the air; this is prime time for bird watching!

Do you want to witness the art of Gyotaku fish printing, an ancient craft where you can create your own fish masterpiece!

Every program description needs a hook, but this program already has plenty of them.

Explore the beautiful wetlands with us.

Show off your creativity with a beach themed craft on your way to or from the Chesapeake Bay.

Kick off this Memorial day by joining the Rangers for an assortment of games on the beach!

Plein Air is a 19th century style of painting in the open air.

Explore the Chesapeake Bay through the animals that live in it!

Make crafts inspired by our critter friends.

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

Have you ever wondered what secrets the natural world holds? This drop-in program offers a unique opportunity to meet with Virginia Master Naturalists who will be available to answer all your nature-related questions.

Explore the life cycle of butterflies. Learn what is special about the monarch butterfly. What do they like to eat?

Have you ever been scared to go out in the wilderness by yourself or just with a friend? Join an interpreter to learn how to stay safe in the wilderness and learn a useful skill, such as knot tying or fire building.

As you make your way to the shoreline, stop and visit the live creature displays of fish & shellfish that were recently captured in the York River and Woodstock Pond.  The ranger on duty will share about these creatures and their role in the ecosystem.

As you soak up the sun on Memorial Day, it is important to stay cool.

Peak into the microscope to view the tiny cells that make up your favorite plants and animals.

How would you stand in competition with the wildlife of Virginia?

Frogs, crawdads, and children, oh my!

Join the Rangers for an all out trivia battle!

Meet us on South Beach to help clean up trash and search for treasures.

Who made those footprints?

Been itching to go fishing?

Take some time to get out of the hot sun and join our park nature interpreter under the tent for some fun crafts. Memorial Day is a time to give thanks to all the brave men and women who fought to give us our freedom.

Join a ranger on a hike to the historic bridge and earthworks here at Staunton River Battlefield State Park to celebrate Memorial Day!

Every Monday evening from May to the first week of September you can find local fresh produce, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, soap, and local artisan crafters, as well as food vendors, here at Fairy Stone State Park.

Look for the park interpreter on the sidewalk between the pavilion and sand at the swimming beach to have some fun making bubbles.

Lend a hand and help clean up the sand after Memorial Day weekend!

The Fairfield Foundation opens the Timberneck house for free walk-in tours every Tuesday.

Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

Fly on over and learn how to make a bird feeder from natural materials which you can keep.

Hop on over to learn about this ancient insect eater, and discover how you can help preserve its habitat.

Bring your current project, plans, or patterns, and work with others doing the same.

Meet at the Big Water Visitor Center and help our resident box turtle have some fun in the sun.

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

Migrate to the Discovery Center to learn about the fascinating "Fish Hawk".

What animal inspired a popular children's game?

Where do toads live?