Nature's Ornaments

Location of Douthat State Park in Virginia

Where

Douthat State Park, 14239 Douthat State Park Rd., Millboro, VA 24460.
Lakeview Camp Store

When

Dec. 27, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Ever wonder what stories a tree can tell? Join us for Nature’s Ornaments, a festive, hands-on program where you’ll create your own tree cookie ornament—a slice of wood that reveals the hidden history of a tree’s life.

As you decorate your ornament, we’ll explore the science of tree rings, learning how to tell a tree’s age and what its growth patterns reveal. You’ll also discover the types of trees used to build Douthat’s historic cabins, connecting your craft to the park’s natural and cultural roots.

Bring your creativity and curiosity, and leave with a keepsake that captures the spirit of the season and the story of the forest—the perfect souvenir from your time at Douthat.

Parks are for everyone. If you have accessibility questions or concerns, please call 540-862-8114 or email Hannah.Johnson@dcr.virginia.gov.

Wooden snowman ornaments

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-862-8100
Email Address: Douthat@dcr.virginia.gov