National Kids to Parks Day - Nature Expo
Where
Smith Mountain Lake State Park, 1235 State Park Rd., Huddleston, VA 24104.
Discovery Center
When
May 17, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hey, kids: turn off the television, put away the video games, and head over to the park for some real fun in the great outdoors. Come participate in exciting programs that connect kids with the outdoors. This year Smith Mountain Lake State Park is partnering with the Blue Ridge Foothills and Lakes chapter of the Virginia Master Naturalists to present a Nature Expo. You'll experience a wide variety of nature activities like worm-composting, exploring local wildlife, water critter investigation, and nature crafts. There will also be guided hikes and face-painting.
All activities are free. Regular parking fees still apply. For more information call the park office.
About National Kids to Parks Day
Virginia State Parks celebrates National Kids to Parks Day on the third Saturday in May by offering a variety of fun, family-friendly activities, from nature scavenger hunts and ranger-led hikes to fishing clinics and flora and fauna wagon rides. This annual event encourages kids to explore the outdoors while learning about wildlife and engaging in hands-on environmental education.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-297-6066
Email Address: smlake@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | National Events | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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