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Events in Virginia State Parks
Between 11/15/2024 and 11/15/2025
(438) Events Found For All Event Types
Park: Twin Lakes State Park
This event has been canceled.
Nov. 15, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Join a ranger on this one-mile trek through a vibrant forest and crisp trails.
Nov. 15, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come discover the world of self-publishing!
Nov. 15, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Some of Virginia's coolest mammals are rarely seen by humans.
Nov. 16, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Bring your canine companion and join the B.A.R.K.
Nov. 16, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Did you know owls get 'hairballs?' About once a day, an owl spits up a ball of hair and bones called an owl pellet which is actually the 'leftovers' from their most recent meals.
Nov. 16, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come join us for a story time adventure, where a librarian will bring nature-themed books to life under the open sky!
Nov. 16, 2024. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Get ready for a fun challenge in the great outdoors!
This event has been canceled.
Nov. 17, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Get creative when you build your very own bug at this ranger-led program.
Nov. 21, 2024. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park Cedar Crest Conference Center
The Friends of Twin Lakes State Park is an all-volunteer non-profit that supports Twin Lakes State Park.
Nov. 22, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore what hiking is all about with a ranger.
Nov. 22, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Discover the art of journaling in the wild with a ranger.
Nov. 22, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Play classic Hide-and-Seek with a modern twist!
Nov. 23, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
This land-based, hook-free fishing game is a fun and safe way to learn how to cast, but even those who are fishing fanatics will enjoy trying to beat out the competition in this game of limited resources.
Nov. 23, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you'll craft your own adorable pinecone gnomes while discovering the importance of pollinator gardens!
Nov. 23, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come meet and greet Ranger Myrtle (our Red-Eared Slider turtle), Ranger Scout (our Western Hognose snake), and Ranger Brutus (our Copperhead snake) to discover what makes these rangers so special to Twin Lakes State Park. Parks are for everyone.
Nov. 24, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.
Nov. 29, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
What do you think of when you hear term wildlife?
Nov. 29, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Did you know owls get 'hairballs?' About once a day, an owl spits up a ball of hair and bones called an owl pellet which is actually the 'leftovers' from their most recent meals.
Nov. 29, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
This field-based game is a fun and safe way to examine the remarkable abilities of bats and the importance of preserving their habitats.
Nov. 30, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Bring your canine companion and join the B.A.R.K.
Nov. 30, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
During this one-mile trek, a ranger will guide you through this journey through time on Goodwin Lake Trail. Although rated easy, this trail may not be suitable for those with strollers or severe mobility issues.
Nov. 30, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Model and observe the different stages of a trees life, from seedling to sapling to a mature tree, and discover how important trees are to the life around them. Parks are for everyone.
Nov. 30, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
This field-based game is a fun and safe way to examine the interactions between a predator population of coyotes and a prey population of deer in a forest. This program is suitable for all ages.
Dec. 1, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you'll craft your own adorable pinecone gnomes while discovering the importance of pollinator gardens!
Dec. 6, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come discover the world of self-publishing!
Dec. 6, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Dive into an ancient craft with a ranger, known as Gyotaku fish printing.
Dec. 7, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Some of Virginia's coolest mammals are rarely seen by humans.
Dec. 7, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Meet Ranger Scout, the Western Hognose snake who lives and works at Twin Lakes. If the handsome fellow is feeling up to it, you may even get to pet or hold him!
Dec. 7, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Practice your detective skills by uncovering snakes hidden in images of their habitat, and discover how best to avoid those with venom.
Dec. 8, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.
This event has been canceled.
Dec. 11, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
This event has been canceled.
Dec. 11, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
Dec. 13, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Bring your canine companion and join the B.A.R.K.
This event has been canceled.
Dec. 13, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
This field-based game is a fun and safe way to examine the interactions between a predator population of coyotes and a prey population of deer in a forest. This program is suitable for all ages.
This event has been canceled.
Dec. 13, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
This field-based game is a fun and safe way to examine the remarkable abilities of bats and the importance of preserving their habitats.
Dec. 14, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Get creative when you build your very own bug at this ranger-led program.
Dec. 14, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Play classic Hide-and-Seek with a modern twist!
Dec. 14, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
During this one-mile trek, a ranger will guide you through this journey through time on Goodwin Lake Trail. Although rated easy, this trail may not be suitable for those with strollers or severe mobility issues.
This event has been canceled.
Dec. 15, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you'll craft your own adorable pinecone gnomes while discovering the importance of pollinator gardens!
Dec. 18, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
Dec. 18, 2024. 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
This event has been canceled.
Dec. 20, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Have you ever wondered why this park has two lakes?
This event has been canceled.
Dec. 20, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Model and observe the different stages of a trees life, from seedling to sapling to a mature tree, and discover how important trees are to the life around them. Parks are for everyone.
Dec. 21, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Practice your detective skills by uncovering snakes hidden in images of their habitat, and discover how best to avoid those with venom.
Dec. 21, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Travel through time on this scavenger hunt.
Dec. 21, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Join a ranger on this one-mile trek and discover the different flora and fauna that can be found in the winter. Be sure to wear warm, comfortable shoes and clothes, and bring a water bottle if possible.
This event has been canceled.
Dec. 22, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.
Dec. 27, 2024. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Bring your canine companion and join the B.A.R.K.
Dec. 27, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come discover the world of self-publishing!
Dec. 27, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Join us for "Tree Topia" as we uncover the magical realm of trees and their incredible role as habitats!
Dec. 28, 2024. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come meet and greet Ranger Myrtle (our Red-Eared Slider turtle), Ranger Scout (our Western Hognose snake), and Ranger Brutus (our Copperhead snake) to discover what makes these rangers so special to Twin Lakes State Park. Parks are for everyone.
Dec. 28, 2024. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Did you know owls get "hairballs?" About once a day, an owl spits up a ball of hair and bones--leftovers from their most recent meals--called an owl pellet.
Dec. 28, 2024. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Dive into an ancient craft with a ranger, known as Gyotaku fish printing.
Dec. 29, 2024. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Join us for a fun, hands-on workshop where you'll craft your own adorable pinecone gnomes while discovering the importance of pollinator gardens!
Jan. 1, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
This place, this land, is as old as time itself.
Jan. 3, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Bring your canine companion and join the B.A.R.K.
Jan. 4, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Travel through time on this scavenger hunt.
Jan. 4, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Did you know that 2025 is the year of the snake?
Jan. 4, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Get creative when you build your very own bug at this ranger-led program.
Jan. 5, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come celebrate national bird day with this fun Birding Bingo.
Jan. 8, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
Jan. 8, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
Jan. 10, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Looking for something fun and educational to do while you're at the park?
This event has been canceled.
Jan. 11, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come meet and greet Ranger Myrtle (our Red-Eared Slider turtle), Ranger Scout (our Western Hognose snake), and Ranger Brutus (our Copperhead snake) to discover what makes these rangers so special to Twin Lakes State Park. Parks are for everyone.
This event has been canceled.
Jan. 11, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Some of Virginia's coolest mammals are rarely seen by humans.
This event has been canceled.
Jan. 11, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
During this one-mile trek, a ranger will guide you through this journey through time on Goodwin Lake Trail. Although rated easy, this trail may not be suitable for those with strollers or severe mobility issues.
Jan. 12, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.
Jan. 15, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
Jan. 15, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
Jan. 17, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Bring your canine companion and join the B.A.R.K.
Jan. 18, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Did you know owls get 'hairballs?' About once a day, an owl spits up a ball of hair and bones called an owl pellet which is actually the 'leftovers' from their most recent meals.
Jan. 18, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Have you ever wondered why this park has two lakes?
Jan. 18, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Did you know that January 21st is National Squirrel Appreciation Day?
Jan. 19, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Join a ranger on this one-mile trek and discover the different flora and fauna that can be found in the winter. Be sure to wear warm, comfortable shoes and clothes, and bring a water bottle if possible.
Jan. 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
Jan. 22, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
Jan. 24, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Looking for something fun and educational to do while you're at the park?
Jan. 25, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.
Jan. 25, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come discover the world of self-publishing!
Jan. 25, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Join us for "Tree Topia" as we uncover the magical realm of trees and their incredible role as habitats!
Jan. 26, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Some of Virginia's coolest mammals are rarely seen by humans.
This event has been canceled.
Jan. 31, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Bring your canine companion and join the B.A.R.K.
Jan. 31, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Did you know January 31st is National Hot Chocolate Day?
Feb. 1, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Come meet and greet Ranger Myrtle (our Red-Eared Slider turtle), Ranger Scout (our Western Hognose snake), and Ranger Brutus (our Copperhead snake) to discover what makes these rangers so special to Twin Lakes State Park. Parks are for everyone.
Feb. 1, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Travel through time on this scavenger hunt.
Feb. 1, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Have you ever wondered why this park has two lakes?
Feb. 2, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
This field-based game is a fun and safe way to examine the remarkable abilities of bats and the importance of preserving their habitats.
This event has been canceled.
Feb. 5, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
This event has been canceled.
Feb. 5, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
Feb. 7, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Looking for something fun and educational to do while you're at the park?
Feb. 8, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Celebrate World Read Aloud Day by joining a park ranger for a fun reading adventure!
Feb. 8, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Practice your detective skills by uncovering snakes hidden in images of their habitat, and discover how best to avoid those with venom.
Feb. 8, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
During this one-mile trek, a ranger will guide you through this journey through time on Goodwin Lake Trail. Although rated easy, this trail may not be suitable for those with strollers or severe mobility issues.
Feb. 9, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Some of Virginia's coolest mammals are rarely seen by humans.
This event has been canceled.
Feb. 12, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
This event has been canceled.
Feb. 12, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Explore the natural and historic world of Twin Lakes State Park with a ranger. This program is part of a homeschool series, but all curious kids are welcome.
This event has been canceled.
Feb. 14, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Bring your canine companion and join the B.A.R.K.
This event has been canceled.
Feb. 14, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Create a hand-made, nature-inspired souvenir to take home.
This event has been canceled.
Feb. 15, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Kick off the Great Backyard Bird Count with a short hike led by a ranger!
This event has been canceled.
Feb. 15, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate with a ranger and engage in interesting discussions to gain a unique insight into local wildlife and conservation efforts.
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