Get ready to see nature like never before when you borrow an Adventure Backpack from the Visitors Center for free.

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Enjoy a relaxing morning by taking a guided kayak paddle through the marshes of Back Bay.

Come by the program area next to the Riverbend Campground to pick up an Arks for Parks adventure pack.

Many animals migrate.

Who says you have to get up at the crack of dawn to go bird watching?

Experience the wonders of the Tutelo trail with our park interpreter by your side.

Take the arts outdoors and bring a fun new project home from Kiptopeke.  Art projects range from nature journals to bird houses and more.  Meet at Picnic Shelter #2.  Great for all ages!

Hop, Fly, or Scamper on over the Visitor Center to make and decorate your own pair of binoculars out of toilet paper tubes!

Hit the trail with one of our rangers to see which birds of Fairy Stone State Park are hiding in plain sight along Oak Hickory Trail.

End the weekend with a scenic trip on the York River (or Taskinas Creek depending on water conditions) in the evening.  Discover the birds and creatures that are active in the gentle light of sunset.  Cost.

Many animals migrate.

Challenge yourself to name various birds found around Smith Mountain Lake. Join the park interpreter and see how many of our common birds you can identify.

Fly on over and learn how to make a bird feeder from natural materials which you can keep. Hang it up at your campsite or take it home with you. Discover a wide variety of birds as they fly in to enjoy your "buffet".

In the bird world, wingspan means everything.

Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the Potomac River! This paddle tour is designed to show you the ecosystem, wildlife, and views from the river as we look back to the shoreline of Westmoreland State Park.  This paddle provides excellent views and wildlife sighting opportunities to include, the Horsehead Cliffs (from a safe distance),stratigraphy of the Cliffs, erosion and water as a true natural force, a brief fossil hunt on fossil beach, and significant bird watching opportunities to include special and unscheduled appearances by Bald Eagles, Osprey, Great Blue Herons, and more!  Please sign up and pay in advance for this program at the Visitor Center. Guests should meet at the day-use beach and boathouse area. All equipment is provided however participants should wear closed-toed shoes. All children participating should be over 35lbs. Participants should wear a hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and bring water and snacks with them.  This paddle begins at the scheduled time and can run for roughly 2 1/2 hours. This program is limited to 10 spots.

Join the Park Ranger for our homeschool programming.

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

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

Take the arts outdoors and bring a fun new project home from Kiptopeke.  Art projects range from nature journals to bird houses and more.  Meet at Picnic Shelter #2.  Great for all ages!

Come and join us for a ranger-led kayak paddle up Swift Creek as we look for our resident waterfowl, songbirds, raptors, and more.

Our park is known for its biodiversity and is home to many species of birds.

Join a Park Ranger as we observe the birds and animals that call the Chesapeake Bay home.  Bring binoculars and cameras, you never know what you will see.  Meet at the Fishing Pier.  Great for all ages!

Get ready to see nature like never before when you borrow an Adventure Backpack from the Visitors Center for free.

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Explore Caledon Marsh by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Enjoy a relaxing morning by taking a guided kayak paddle through the marshes of Back Bay.

Join volunteers and park rangers on a monthly birding excursion  on the second Saturday of each month.

Many animals migrate.

For decades, citizen science has helped increase bluebird populations.

Experience the wonders of the Tutelo trail with our park interpreter by your side.

"Whooo" is that hiding in the woods?

Take the arts outdoors and bring a fun new project home from Kiptopeke.  Art projects range from nature journals to bird houses and more.  Meet at Picnic Shelter #2.  Great for all ages!

Explore Caledon Marsh by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Once the sun has slipped out of sight let the moon be your guide as we travel the trails looking and listening for the wildlife that can be found in our park.

Art is one of the most exciting ways to use your own creativity to explore nature. Join artist and Virginia Master Naturalist, Renee Wienecke, as she helps you to look for inspiration in nature and encourages your creative side to create a piece of art around Hungry Mother's salamanders and birds.

Hit the trail with one of our rangers to see which birds of Fairy Stone State Park are hiding in plain sight along Oak Hickory Trail.

End the weekend with a scenic trip on the York River (or Taskinas Creek depending on water conditions) in the evening.  Discover the birds and creatures that are active in the gentle light of sunset.  Cost.

Many animals migrate.

End the weekend with a scenic trip on the York River (or Taskinas Creek depending on water conditions) in the evening.  Discover the birds and creatures that are active in the gentle light of sunset.  Cost.

Invaders are taking over Fairy Stone and your own back yard!

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

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

Fly on over and learn how to make a bird feeder from natural materials which you can keep. Hang it up at your campsite or take it home with you. Discover a wide variety of birds as they fly in to enjoy your "buffet".

Take the arts outdoors and bring a fun new project home from Kiptopeke.  Art projects range from nature journals to bird houses and more.  Meet at Picnic Shelter #2.  Great for all ages!

Our park is known for its biodiversity and is home to many species of birds.

Join a Park Ranger as we observe the birds and animals that call the Chesapeake Bay home.  Bring binoculars and cameras, you never know what you will see.  Meet at the Fishing Pier.  Great for all ages!

Get ready to see nature like never before when you borrow an Adventure Backpack from the Visitors Center for free.

Which bird of prey are you?

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Join local birder and Woodstock resident, Kirk Andrews, on a Saturday morning bird walk.

Enjoy a relaxing morning by taking a guided kayak paddle through the marshes of Back Bay.

The Great Egret joins the Great Blue Heron for a summer of super-sized avian fun at the park.

Come by the program area next to the Riverbend Campground to pick up an Arks for Parks adventure pack.

Many animals migrate.

Experience the wonders of the Tutelo trail with our park interpreter by your side.

Do you know when the best time to hang a bird feeder is?

Take the arts outdoors and bring a fun new project home from Kiptopeke.  Art projects range from nature journals to bird houses and more.  Meet at Picnic Shelter #2.  Great for all ages!

The Great Egret joins the Great Blue Heron for a summer of super-sized avian fun at the park.

Come visit the exploration table to discover what natural treasures the ranger has to share!

Marshes are more than great spots for fishing, canoeing, and bird-watching.

Hit the trail with one of our rangers to see which birds of Fairy Stone State Park are hiding in plain sight along Oak Hickory Trail.

Join rangers for a lesson in making natural bird feeders from materials that can be found around your home.

End the weekend with a scenic trip on the York River (or Taskinas Creek depending on water conditions) in the evening.  Discover the birds and creatures that are active in the gentle light of sunset.  Cost.

Many animals migrate.

Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the Potomac River! This paddle tour is designed to show you the ecosystem, wildlife, and views from the river as we look back to the shoreline of Westmoreland State Park.  This paddle provides excellent views and wildlife sighting opportunities to include, the Horsehead Cliffs (from a safe distance),stratigraphy of the Cliffs, erosion and water as a true natural force, a brief fossil hunt on fossil beach, and significant bird watching opportunities to include special and unscheduled appearances by Bald Eagles, Osprey, Great Blue Herons, and more!  Please sign up and pay in advance for this program at the Visitor Center. Guests should meet at the day-use beach and boathouse area. All equipment is provided however participants should wear closed-toed shoes. All children participating should be over 35lbs. Participants should wear a hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and bring water and snacks with them.  This paddle begins at the scheduled time and can run for roughly 2 1/2 hours. This program is limited to 10 spots.

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

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

Take the arts outdoors and bring a fun new project home from Kiptopeke.  Art projects range from nature journals to bird houses and more.  Meet at Picnic Shelter #2.  Great for all ages!

Come and join us for a ranger-led kayak paddle up Swift Creek as we look for our resident waterfowl, songbirds, raptors, and more.

Our park is known for its biodiversity and is home to many species of birds.

Join a Park Ranger as we observe the birds and animals that call the Chesapeake Bay home.  Bring binoculars and cameras, you never know what you will see.  Meet at the Fishing Pier.  Great for all ages!

Get ready to see nature like never before when you borrow an Adventure Backpack from the Visitors Center for free.

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.

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Explore Caledon Marsh by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Enjoy a relaxing morning by taking a guided kayak paddle through the marshes of Back Bay.

Many animals migrate.

Experience the wonders of the Tutelo trail with our park interpreter by your side.

Take the arts outdoors and bring a fun new project home from Kiptopeke.  Art projects range from nature journals to bird houses and more.  Meet at Picnic Shelter #2.  Great for all ages!

Come visit the exploration table to discover what natural treasures the ranger has to share!

Hop, fly, or scamper on over the Visitor Center to make and decorate your own pair of binoculars out of toilet paper tubes!

Hit the trail with one of our rangers to see which birds of Fairy Stone State Park are hiding in plain sight along Oak Hickory Trail.

End the weekend with a scenic trip on the York River (or Taskinas Creek depending on water conditions) in the evening.  Discover the birds and creatures that are active in the gentle light of sunset.  Cost.

Many animals migrate.

Invaders are taking over Fairy Stone and your own back yard!

Art is one of the most exciting ways to use your own creativity to explore nature. Join artist and Virginia Master Naturalist, Renee Wienecke, as she helps you to look for inspiration in nature and encourages your creative side to create a piece of art around Hungry Mother's salamanders and birds.

Enjoy a relaxing paddle on the Potomac River! This paddle tour is designed to show you the ecosystem, wildlife, and views from the river as we look back to the shoreline of Westmoreland State Park.  This paddle provides excellent views and wildlife sighting opportunities to include, the Horsehead Cliffs (from a safe distance),stratigraphy of the Cliffs, erosion and water as a true natural force, a brief fossil hunt on fossil beach, and significant bird watching opportunities to include special and unscheduled appearances by Bald Eagles, Osprey, Great Blue Herons, and more!  Please sign up and pay in advance for this program at the Visitor Center. Guests should meet at the day-use beach and boathouse area. All equipment is provided however participants should wear closed-toed shoes. All children participating should be over 35lbs. Participants should wear a hat, sunscreen, bug spray, and bring water and snacks with them.  This paddle begins at the scheduled time and can run for roughly 2 1/2 hours. This program is limited to 10 spots.

Challenge yourself to name various birds found around Smith Mountain Lake. Join the park interpreter and see how many of our common birds you can identify.

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

Take the arts outdoors and bring a fun new project home from Kiptopeke.  Art projects range from nature journals to bird houses and more.  Meet at Picnic Shelter #2.  Great for all ages!

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Do you know when the best time to hang a bird feeder is?

Come by the program area next to the Riverbend Campground to pick up an Arks for Parks adventure pack.

Many animals migrate.

Join a ranger on a guided hike to learn more about different ecosystems found in the park.

What bird lives most of its life on the ground, can fly as fast as a car, and was almost our national bird?

“Aww, isn’t that cute” probably aren’t the words most people say when they see a vulture. Join the rangers to celebrate International Vulture Awareness Day.

What do chopsticks, tweezers, strainers, and spoons all have in common?

Today is Vulture Awareness Day!