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Homeschool: Invasive Species Series

Location of Widewater State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Visitor Center
Main Park Address: Widewater State Park, 101 Widewater State Park Road, Stafford, VA 22554.

When

May 11, 2026. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

For the month of May, homeschool students will learn about invasive species in our area, how to identify them, the damage they do to our native ecosystem, and how to properly remove them.

There are no homeschool programs on May 13th, 18th, or 20th.

*Note: The same program is offered twice a week, on Monday morning and Wednesday afternoon.

Mondays, 11AM-12PM

5/4: Invasive Animals

5/11: Naturalized Species: Honeybee Highlight

5/25: Invasive Plants

Wednesdays, 1PM-2PM

5/6: Invasive Animals

5/27: Invasive Plants

Participants will meet inside of the Visitor Center prior to the program starting. Please make sure to wear weather-appropriate clothing and bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated. Hikes and other outdoor activities should be anticipated for any of these programs.

In case in inclement weather, please check this page prior to coming to the park. Cancellations will be posted by close of business the day before the program.

Invasive Spotted Lanternfly nymph

Other details

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