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Kids to Parks Day
Where
Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Dr., Stuart, VA 24171.
Shelters #3 & #4
When
May 17, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon of fun, crafts, and nature exploration for kids and families.
Activities include:
- Plant Pounding Craft: The vibrant colors of leaves and flowers are easy to preserve by pounding them to release their natural dyes onto paper.
- C.S.I.: Creek Scene Investigation: get in and get wet as we look for macroinvertebrates and other stream critters. Please wear rain boots or water shoes.
- Junior Ranger Activities & Ceremony: Earn your junior ranger badge through a variety of programs and fun family activities.
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.
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Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-930-2424
Email Address: FairyStone@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Arts/Crafts/Photography Workshops | Kids/Family | National Events | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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