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Chesapeake Bay Lab Open

Location of First Landing State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: The Bay Lab (inside the Main Visitor Center)
Main Park Address: First Landing State Park, 2500 Shore Dr., Virginia Beach, VA 23451.

When

March 9, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Come learn about the largest estuary in the country, the Chesapeake Bay, while exploring some of the unique species that live within it. Take a deep dive into our one-of-a-kind science lab and explore saltwater fish tanks, a topographic sandbox, microscopes, and more! Meet the Rangers at the Bay Lab located inside the Main Visitor Center.

Sunny day at the Chesepeake Bay

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-412-2300
Email Address: firstlanding@dcr.virginia.gov