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After School Adventures

Location of High Bridge Trail State Park in Virginia

Where

High Bridge Trail State Park, 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966.
Camp Paradise - 1466 Camp Paradise Road, Rice, VA 23966

When

March 2, 2023. 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Education comes in all shapes and sizes, and Virginia State Parks is committed to providing fun-filled outdoor programs to the children in our community. "After School Adventures" will offer a new program each week to middle school aged kids that highlights the history of our park, natural resources in the area, outdoor skills, or wildlife found across the region. The programs will be held at the Camp Paradise picnic area. Some programs may require a short hike, so please wear appropriate footwear.

Standard parking fees apply, but the program is free! To sign-up or for any questions, please contact our park interpreter (434) 838-0190 or megan.goin@dcr.virginia.gov.

Program Schedule:

March 2: Vernal Pool Critter Search

March 9: Once Upon a Railroad

March 23: Hidden World of Bats

March 30: Remnants of the Railroad

photo of the High Bridge

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-480-5835
Email Address: highbridgetrail@dcr.virginia.gov