Open fires are prohibited throughout the park from midnight to 4 p.m. through April 30 per the 4 p.m. Burning Law. This includes wood and charcoal. Gas is permissible. Campground fires are allowed during the restricted time if a camp host is on duty and signage to that effect is posted in the campground. Failure to observe the 4 p.m. Burning Law can result in a fine. Contact the Park Office for additional information.

Paddles and Palettes

park locationWhere

Widewater State Park, 101 Widewater State Park Road, Stafford, VA 22554. Aquia Creek Paddle Launch.

When

July 11, 2021. 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Do you enjoy both the arts and the outdoors? Join us for Paddles and Palettes, a new program that combines kayaking (a 2 hour, beginner-level paddle) and painting (1 hour of watercolor exploration)! Guests will first have the opportunity to go out on Aquia Creek in sit-on-top kayaks with State Park interpreters, observing wildlife along the way.

Next, guests will have the chance to create a small watercolor painting: one based on provided examples, a design of your own making, or just enjoy the properties of water and paint however you like!

Both activities will be preceded by safety & other introductory-level instructions. All levels of paddlers and artists are encouraged to join! Group limit of 10 participants. Registration cost is $15/person and must be paid prior to the event.

Reservations required. Please call the park at 540-288-1400 to make a reservation.

Other details

Extra fee: Yes.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 540-288-1400
Email Address: widewater@dcr.virginia.gov

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