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Owl Prowl

Location of Machicomoco State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Outdoor Stage
Main Park Address: Machicomoco State Park, 3601 Timberneck Farm Road, Hayes, VA 23072.

When

Aug. 16, 2025. 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Join us at the outdoor stage for an evening program about the soaring predators that hunt from the sky at night, including learning different owl calls, adaptations, and a chance to dissect an owl pellet. Participants will be standing or walking for the duration of the program and the program will end past sunset. Recommended for participants ages 6+. Park at the trail head parking lot and follow signs to the stage.

Pre-registration helps us ensure enough supplies and notify you of changes or cancellation. Please register for the program by calling 804-642-2419 or register online here:

Great Horned Owl

We strive to make our programming and special event opportunities accessible and inclusive to all. If you have any concerns, please reach out to our front office to speak with a ranger or contact us through the park email address. We will attempt to accommodate all individuals or families for their unique circumstances and can do so best with advanced communication.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-642-2419
Email Address: machicomoco@dcr.virginia.gov