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Valentine's Day Nature Retreat

Location of Raymond R.

Where

Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park, 350 Daughter of Stars Dr., Bentonville, VA 22610.
River Bend Discovery Center - 132 Campground Rd.Bentonville, VA 22610

When

Feb. 14, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Love is in the air!

There's no better gift for Valentine's Day than to bring your special someone to a state park! We've got the perfect itinerary for a Valentine's Day afternoon.

1 p.m. Mix and Mingle - Who doesn't love a good mocktail? We'll be making delicious drinks inspired by plants found here in the park!

2 p.m. Feathers and Flirtation - Animals are flirtatious creatures. During this game-show style program, Couples will guess which wildlife species uses a specific flirtation technique to attract their significant others.

3 p.m. 10,000 Years of Love - People have inhabited the Shenandoah Valley for thousands of years, but has romance always been the same? We'll play an escape room-style game and try our hand at an atlatl (spear thrower) as we learn.

Registration is required! To register, please click here.

This event is for couples aged 18 and above. The cost is $25 per couple. The fee must be paid upon registration to secure your spot. After registering online, please call (540) 622-2262 to pay over the phone.

For more information about this program, please email megan.goin@dcr.virginia.gov.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of Shenandoah River State Park. Canada Geese

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-622-6840
Email Address: ShenandoahRiver@dcr.virginia.gov