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A Walk on the Wild Side

Location of Belle Isle State Park in Virginia

Where

Belle Isle State Park, 1632 Belle Isle Rd., Lancaster, VA 22503.
Camp Store

When

Nov. 14, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Take a Walk on the Wild Side with this monthly series of true nature walks!

Each month, park volunteers and members of the Northern Neck Master Naturalists will share a variety of natural history topics, point out aspects of the park's many habitats (ideal for plant and animal life viewing), and provide participants with nature-photography tips should they need assistance. A list of monthly topics can be found below.

The walks will be conducted at a leisurely pace to allow stops along the way. Hikes will be no more than 2 miles round trip, but may occasionally go off trail. Please wear appropriate footwear and dress for forecasted weather. Group size is limited, pre-registration is requested. For more information or to register, please call the park at 804-462-5030.

2024 Topics:

Feb 8 - Naked Tree Walk

Mar 14 - Frogs, Salamanders, Turtles - the Importance of the Park’s Wetlands

Apr 11 - Spring Unfolding - Orchids, Blueberries & More

May 9 - Bird Migration

June 13 - Life in/along the Rappahannock - Signs, Scats & Tracks

July 11 - The Summer Pollinators & Native Plants

Aug 8 - Nature Photo Walk - Tips & Tricks

Sept 12 - Fall Migration - Birds, Butterflies & Dragonflies

Oct 10 - Fall Flowers & Butterflies

Nov 14 - The Decomposers - Fungi & Lichens

Dec 12 - Nature In Winter - More Alive Than You Think

Take a Walk on the Wild Side!

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-462-5030
Email Address: BelleIsle@dcr.virginia.gov