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Birding for Beginners

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Location of Fairy Stone State Park in Virginia

Where

Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Dr., Stuart, VA 24171.
Visitor Center

When

Feb. 21, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Have you ever wanted to identify the different birds in your yard or even start bird watching as a hobby? If so, this program is for you.

We'll go over the basics of finding and identifying birds, the basic equipment you might need, as well as some tips to help you make the most of your birding adventures!

carolina chickadee on branch

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