2025 Junior Rangers: Week 1 - Wetlands (Ages 6-10)

Location of Widewater State Park in Virginia

Where

Widewater State Park, 101 Widewater State Park Road, Stafford, VA 22554.
Throughout the Park

When

June 3, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

This summer, the Junior Ranger program is exploring different biomes, and Week 1 is Wetlands! Programs run Monday - Wednesday from 10am to 1pm. Outdoor and weather appropriate clothing must be worn as we will be exploring the park; getting dirty and wet are both strong possibilities. Closed-toed shoes are required every day. Please don't forget to bring a lunch and a reusable water bottle, as well as apply sunscreen and bugspray before the program begins.

Pre-registration and payment are required in advance. You can register through this Eventbrite listing. If you are registering more than one child, please reserve the appropriate number of spots. Payment can also be completed over the phone or in-person by stopping by at the Visitor Center.

On the first day, please arrive at least 15 minutes early as we will need the parent/guardian to fill out an emergency contact form for their child. The parent/guardian and child will also read and sign a code of conduct. An adult listed on the emergency contact form must sign the child in/out and a valid photo ID must be presented.

Program cost is $20 per child, per session.

Black spotted salamander with yellow dots on its' back.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: No.
Extra fee: $20 per child/session.
Registration required: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-288-1400
Email Address: widewater@dcr.virginia.gov

Event types

Arts/Crafts/Photography Workshops | Canoeing/Kayaking/Standup Paddleboard | History/Culture | Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History

Additional dates

2025 Junior Rangers: Week 1 - Wetlands (Ages 6-10) - June 2, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 1 - Wetlands (Ages 6-10) - June 4, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 2 - Meadows & Fields (Ages 6-10) - June 16, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 2 - Meadows & Fields (Ages 6-10) - June 17, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 2 - Meadows & Fields (Ages 6-10) - June 18, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 3 - Park Pros (Ages 6-10) - June 30, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 3 - Park Pros (Ages 6-10) - July 1, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 3 - Park Pros (Ages 6-10) - July 2, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 4 - Forests (Ages 6-10) - July 14, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 4 - Forests (Ages 6-10) - July 15, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 4 - Forests (Ages 6-10) - July 16, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 5 - Water Bodies (Ages 6-10) - July 28, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 5 - Water Bodies (Ages 6-10) - July 29, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 5 - Water Bodies (Ages 6-10) - July 30, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 6 - Urban Landscapes (Ages 6-10) - Aug. 11, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 6 - Urban Landscapes (Ages 6-10) - Aug. 12, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
2025 Junior Rangers: Week 6 - Urban Landscapes (Ages 6-10) - Aug. 13, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.