Join our Park Rangers for a unique experience of Aquia Creek as the cloak of twilight descends.

Hop on over to learn the calls and search for some of Virginia's native frog species.

The day has been filled with fun activities, but now it is time to wind down with a peaceful paddle on the lake.

Join an interpretive ranger on a hike to the Fairy Stone Dam and Spillway.

Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

Join rangers at the park for a fun nature reading session.

This week's theme for Junior Rangers is Aquatic Ecosystems.

Over 200 years ago, early adventurers like Daniel Boone walked these same hills and valleys we see today.

Just as caterpillars grow and change, our Caterpillar Club programs are designed to help your little one grow and change.

Did you know that water in our beautiful Shenandoah River eventually flows into the ocean?

Come learn about the life of hunters and what goes into protecting our ecosystems!

Enjoy a fun paddling adventure at Leesylvania State Park on Powell's Creek!  Watch majestic bald eagles and ospreys soar above, a heron hunting along the shore, and turtles basking in the  sunshine.

Ever wonder what the fish are doing when they dive deep under water?

Learn the legend behind the naturally occurring stone cross formations, and travel to the special location in the park to search for your own "fairy stone." After a short presentation on what you will be looking for, we will travel to the site.

Have you ever heard an owl sing at night?

The are many different wildlife that call Leesylvania State Park their home.

Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle.

Join us for "Tree Topia" as we uncover the magical realm of trees and their incredible role as habitats!

Scurry on over to investigate the secret life of a bug.

Did you know owls don't chew their food?

There’s duck calls and elk calls, but have you ever heard a squirrel call?

Have you ever wondered what lies under your feet?

Join us in seeing what it’s like to be an outdoor scientist!

Are all snakes venomous?

While we sleep a whole new set of nocturnal animals come out to begin their "daily" activities.

Join a park ranger to play a game, meet a friend, and learn about how Virginia wildlife defends itself from predators and how we can stay safe in nature!

What is your favorite camping activity: roasting marshmallows, hiking a trail, staying up late and looking at the stars, using a flashlight, or sleeping in a tent? Tell the ranger why you think camping is so much fun, then explore camping life as you create some awesome crafts.

Join a park ranger for a gentle 0.5-mile journey that engages all your senses, inviting you to uncover the hidden wonders of the park.

Come view a resident Osprey nest along the New River in Fries, Virginia.

Did you know you can make paper from paper?

Come explore the historic town of Fries.

What's under that rock?

The 250-acre Hoover Mountain Bike Area is located on a reclaimed 20th century mine site.

This tabletop program displays different projects you can create at home to help support wildlife in your own outdoor space.

Add S'MORE fun to your camping trip!  Join us for an evening around a crackling fire!

Shine a light on days gone by with a lantern-lit history tour of the Natural Bridge.

Silent and spooky, the owl is a magnificent animal.

Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!

Let us teach you all the basics you'll need to know to get yourself started with one of our most popular outdoor activities, from tying on your hook and tackle to casting your line.

Explore the history of the Occoneechee Plantation on this guided hike around the Plantation Trail.

Join Yoga instructor, Kelly Blevins, to experience the calming benefits of yoga in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Do your kids enjoy gardening?

Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.

Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.

Find time to head down to the Tunnel Platform where you’ll find amazing views of the 300-foot-tall amphitheater walls of the Natural Tunnel, rock pigeons, and if you’re lucky, a train.

Ever wanted to learn how to fish, but never knew where to start?

June 7-9 is free fishing weekend in Virginia, meaning no fishing is license necessary!

Leesylvania makes its own worm compost!  Join rangers as we take a closer look at worms and how they can benefit your kitchen and backyard.

With over two thousand acres, the park has a wide variety of life in the wetlands and woods.  Meet with our on-the-go naturalist/ranger who will help you discover the aquatic, insect, mammal, and plant life in the park’s ecosystems.  Don't be surprised if he has a photo or two to share with you.

Fly on over and learn how to make a bird feeder from natural materials which you can keep.

Join us and Mount Rogers Community Services and immerse yourself in nature's grandeur while fueling your body, mind, and soul every Friday at noon.

This historical building tour is designed to highlight the architecture of the time, designs, furnishings, special touches, ornate decor, and stories within the walls of the Jones-Stewart Mansion.

This is your chance to learn the sport of archery under the watchful eye of a certified instructor.

Learn the essentials of basic target archery, a skill that, thanks to artifacts found at the park, we know humans have been practicing here for thousands of years.

Forest Trails are not just for bikers.

Meet local 'shellebrity', Ranger Shelly, our Red-eared Slider turtle as she suns herself and enjoys some enrichment at the beach area.

For those who just want something short and sweet, the ADA Fishing Trail is the place for you.

Need a hiking stick or just want to embellish your own?

Learn all about birds and their homes.

Become a prospector as we follow in the footsteps of "Stampmill Sam".

Join us in seeing what it’s like to be an outdoor scientist!

Did you know there was once a thriving "boom town" located where our lake is today?

What do you think of when you hear term wildlife?

Dive into the history of the Occaneechi Tribe that once called Occoneechee State Park home.

Stop by the beach to see some cool critters, hold some interesting artifacts, and have your nature and history questions about Douthat State Park answered.

Without pollinators, people and all of Earth's terrestrial ecosystems would not survive.

Did you know that the tunnel use to be a cave?

Virginia is home to a healthy population of black bears; do you know what to do if you encounter one?

This program is all about learning how to identify wild animals by the tracks that they leave behind.

Tie-dye wasn't the brainchild of American hippies during the 1960s.

Come with us on a guided canoe tour of the beautiful lake at Fairy Stone State Park.

Autumn is not the only season that is perfect to take a wagon ride. Take a relaxing ride through the park and campground, experiencing the sounds of summertime.

End your week with a relaxing paddle along Swift Creek Lake.

Enjoy the sounds of local musicians as you take in our beautiful park.

It's all fun and games at the campfire.

Join a Westmoreland interpretive ranger and your fellow campers as you enjoy a relaxing evening next to our fire.

Fire has been a part of human history since cavemen roamed Earth, with many different uses. Learn how to build a campfire using different methods or enjoy a game of trivia by the glow of the fire.

Welcome to Staunton River State Park.

Bring your family and friends and join a park ranger for a campfire on the water’s edge at the beach amphitheater.

Take a stroll along our lake shore as you visit several mesmerizing lights that have been placed in or along the lake.

Explore some of Machicomoco’s best views during golden hour while stopping in to talk with a Ranger about some of their favorite park topics.

As dusk draws near, lightning bugs appear!

Come enjoy a beautiful evening and learn about the unique myths within the stars.

Join us after dark to observe moths and other insects of the night. Entomologists Dr.

Save the date for the annual Claytor Lake Festival.

Are you ready to get away from the hustle and bustle of the big city?

Come join us at the St.

Paddle through the Catlett Islands on a Ranger led kayak tour which explores the diverse wildlife, ecosystems, and history of the park.

Explore the Crooked Run Valley and Sky Meadows State Park with Bishop's Events 5K and 10K races.

The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park will offer a monthly "Birding in the Gap" series on the second Saturday of each month.

As spring fades and summer comes closer, the candy-colored visitors from the tropics are filling up on juicy insects and seeds and raising their young.

Create your own Bear Creek Lake State Park souvenir while making memories.

From woodlands to wetlands, fields and pastures, let's investigate the plants, animals and history of farming at Sky Meadows State Park.

Will you take up the bow and try your hand at the sport of archery?

Curious about how the light green house looks from the inside and its restoration process?

Overlooking the New River, the Shot Tower was built in the 1800s to make ammunition for the firearms of the early settlers.

Join Master Naturalist Kim Manion for a short walk to discover the basics of tree identification.

From the ashes of the old Fossil Beach has arisen a new, dynamic ecosystem.  The living shoreline between the rip-rap and water’s edge is attracting interesting estuarine and marine creatures and plants.  Discover them and how living shorelines enhance and protect our waterfronts.

'Family Learning Adventures,' formally known as 'Arks for Parks,' is back this year at Twin Lakes State Park.

Visit a ranger and learn about bear safety.