Between 06/22/2025 and 07/02/2025
(446) Events Found For All Event Types

June 22, 2025. 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Park Office
Looking for a fun way to explore the park at your own pace?

June 22, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!

June 22, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Dock 'n Shop
What better way to enjoy the many sights and sounds of the park than by kayak?

June 22, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Westmoreland State Park Boathouse
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 hunting 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 hours. This program has limited available spots.

June 22, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Grayson Highlands State Park Massie Gap
Plan on hiking the Rhododendron Trail to see the wild ponies of Grayson Highlands State Park?

June 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
Bows and arrows have been a part of human society for thousands of years and used for both survival and sport.

June 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Stock Creek Recreation Area
Over 200 years ago, early adventurers like Daniel Boone walked these same hills and valleys we see today.

June 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
We all enjoy a yummy meal and that’s the same for our resident snake that lives here in our Visitor Center.

June 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Walk in the footsteps of moonshiners of decades gone by.

June 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park CCC Museum
Read a tale as you walk the trail. Begin at the CCC Museum to begin your exploration and story time at your own pace.

June 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Chippokes State Park Chippoax Trace Trailhead
Come on out to Chippokes State Park and discover what is left of a forgotten historic roadway on this ranger-led hike. Learn about historic transportation routes, the area's first inhabitants, speculation and myths of the road, and natural history.

June 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
Join the Rangers on a guided hike through our most popular trail!

June 22, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Boat Ramp
Ever wonder what animals call Kiptopeke home, or what that shell is on the beach?

June 22, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 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.

June 22, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Bay View Trailhead
Plants are far more than just part of the park's scenery, many plants have a wide variety of uses for humans.

June 22, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Holliday Lake State Park Day Use Area
Discover wildflowers and their pollinators as we walk along the trail along Saunder's Creek.

June 22, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center Pavilion
Get creative and be inspired by the beautiful scenery of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

June 22, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Hungry Mother State Park's interpretive rangers are always finding cool things around the park and thinking up new activities and crafts.

June 22, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
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 head to the site.

June 22, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Grayson Highlands State Park Massie Gap
Take a journey to Wilburn Ridge and discover the marvelous world of the Mountain Laurel and the Catawba Rhododendron. Learn about the different species within the park, why they grow where they grow, and hear the lore of these amazing plants.

June 22, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Bay Lab (inside the Main Visitor Center)
Explore the Chesapeake Bay through the animals that live in it!

June 22, 2025. 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Chippokes State Park Jones-Stewart Mansion
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.

June 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bear Creek Lake State Park Archery Range
Interested in learning more about archery while having fun?

June 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Westmoreland State Park Discovery Center
Westmoreland State Park invites you to learn about the different fossil types that you can find here along the shoreline, and why, as you create your very own shark tooth necklace keepsake.

June 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Leesylvania State Park Throughout the Park
Be on the lookout for our Roving Ranger as they roam the picnic area and beaches with interesting animals or historical artifacts from the park.

June 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Did you know 'creepy crawlies' are some of the world's most important recyclers?

June 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Mason Neck State Park Visitor Center
Bird feeders are a great food source for Virginia’s birds and a wonderful way to bring nature into your own yard.

June 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
What is a seed bomb?

June 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Holliday Lake State Park Day Use Area
Dive into excitement with our "Dipnetting Adventure" at Holliday Lake State Park.

June 22, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
Meet at the Big Water Visitor Center and help our resident box turtle have some fun in the sun! .

June 22, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail Interpretive Center
Have you ever wondered why the wind blows?

June 22, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
The Bay can hold many secrets.

June 22, 2025. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Murders over moonshine rocked the town of Fayerdale in the 1920s and 30s, leaving a dying town remembered for tragedy rather than the mining operations that once made it a boom town. Moonshining (illegal whiskey making) was quite prevalent in and around the Fairy Stone State Park area in the early 1900s. Jealousy, greed, and competition often led to feuds, brawls, and even killings.

This event has been canceled.
June 22, 2025. 2:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Murders over moonshine rocked the town of Fayerdale in the 1920s and 30s, leaving a dying town remembered for tragedy rather than the mining operations that once made it a boomtown. Moonshining (illegal whiskey making) was quite prevalent in and around the Fairy Stone State Park area in the early 1900s. Jealousy, greed, and competition often led to feuds, brawls, and even killings.

June 22, 2025. 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center
Stop by and investigate the variety of flora and fauna found around Smith Mountain Lake.

This event has been canceled.
June 22, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park main parking lot, near pollinator garden.
June is National Pollinator Month, a time to highlight the importance of pollinators and encourage actions to protect them.

June 22, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Twin Lakes State Park The Discovery Area
Imagine a world without fruits and veggies...they could not exist without pollinators!

June 22, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
What bird lives most of its life on the ground, can fly as fast as a car, and was almost our national bird?

June 22, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Beach Amphitheater
Master the art of fire making using a flint and steel in this fired up workshop!

June 22, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park South Beach
Meet us on South Beach to help clean up trash and search for treasures.

June 22, 2025. 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sailor's Creek Battlefield State Park Visitor Center
All are welcome at the Friends of Sailor's Creek Battlefield volunteer support group during their monthly meeting as they focus on a variety of objectives designed to assist the park's mission in preserving the hallowed grounds of the last major battle of the American Civil War in Virginia on April 6, 1865.

June 22, 2025. 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Seven Bends State Park Lupton Access - Canoe Launch - 1191 Lupton Rd.
Come join us for a rejuvenating session of Forest Therapy at Seven Bends State Park.

June 22, 2025. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Frogs, crawdads, and children, oh my!

June 23, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
New River Trail State Park Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
Do you feel safer walking with a friend?

June 23, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
York River State Park Seining Beach
The brackish waters of the York River has a unique variety of fish and shellfish. Follow the Woodstock Pond Trail to the river access point past shelter #3 to the left of the pond, Rangers will be using 2-man seine and other nets to discover what is in the water.

June 23, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
Find out what lurks below the surface of the swamp in this fun dip-netting adventure!

June 23, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Complex
Have you ever wondered what secrets the natural world holds? This drop-in program offers a unique opportunity to meet with Virginia Master Naturalists who will be available to answer all your nature-related questions.

June 23, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground, near bathhouse
Who made those footprints?

June 23, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
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 head to the site.

June 23, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Bay Lab (inside the Main Visitor Center)
Explore the Chesapeake Bay through the animals that live in it!

June 23, 2025 1:30 p.m. - June 26, 2025 4:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center
Explore amazing insects, discover the world of rocks and minerals, learn about a remarkable tree and how you can help bring it back from the brink of extinction, and get up close and personal with some of our reptile friends.

June 23, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
York River State Park Visitor Center
Got a little explorer who’s beyond crawling, but isn’t ready to hike with the Kindergarten siblings? The Tyke Hike is the perfect fit for little legs. The hikes are less than a mile and mostly stroller friendly. The ranger will help your little one discover neat things in nature in this one hour adventure.

June 23, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
How many animals inhabitants of First Landing State Park can you identify?

June 23, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelters #3 & #4
Every Monday evening from May to the first week of September you can find local fresh produce, baked goods, honey, jams and jellies, soap, and local artisan crafters, as well as food vendors, here at Fairy Stone State Park.

June 23, 2025. 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Boat Ramp, at fishing pier
Ever wonder what the fish are doing when they dive deep under water?

June 24, 2025. 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Boat ramp, at tournament building
Ride with a park guide as we experience the shores of Smith Mountain Lake State Park.

June 24, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Machicomoco State Park Timberneck House
The Fairfield Foundation opens the Timberneck house for free walk-in tours every Tuesday.

June 24, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
Come learn what makes cave ecosystems so delicate and special.

June 24, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Powhatan State Park Shelter 1
Have you ever bumped into one of our tall bark-covered residents and wondered who it is you've just run into?

June 24, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Raymond R. "Andy" Guest, Jr. Shenandoah River State Park River Bend Discovery Center - 132 Campground Rd.Bentonville, VA 22610
Beat the heat at our new River Bend Discovery Center!

June 24, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Belle Isle State Park Visitor Center
The Survival bracelet is the superhero utility belt of the outdoors.

June 24, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
First Landing is home to many creatures both large and small.

June 24, 2025. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Is the opossum misunderstood?

June 24, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
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 head to the site.

June 24, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park Trail Center
Join the Rangers each week to learn a new skill to help you survive in the wild.

June 24, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Animals may be shy, but they leave plenty of clues behind.

June 24, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle.

June 24, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Narrows at 64th Street
How can we be more sustainable when practicing our favorite hobbies?

June 24, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Ever wondered how you stack up against some of the largest birds in the sky?

June 24, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Campground, near bathhouse
“What does the fox say?” Did you know that there are two different foxes found in Virginia, the red fox and the grey fox?

June 24, 2025. 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sweet Run State Park Interpretive Center
Bring your current project, plans, or patterns, and work with others doing the same. If you do not have a project but would like to contribute, we are looking for some clothing items that we can either wear or display at the park for special events.

June 24, 2025. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Did you know people were tie-dyeing clothes over a thousand years before it became a 1960s fashion trend?

June 24, 2025. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Beach
Our beautiful park is the perfect place to pick up a fun new workout routine.

June 24, 2025. 8:15 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Meet at Visitor Center parking lot
Allow the evening to envelop you and enjoy a hay wagon ride with our park guide.

June 25, 2025. 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Natural Tunnel State Park Visitor Center
Spend time floating down the Clinch River.

June 25, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wilderness Road State Park Historic Martin's Station
Children Ages 7 - 13 Wednesday - Friday 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Children can experience Virginia’s frontier like never before.

June 25, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
False Cape State Park Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Parking Lot
Take a 4-hour guided tour through Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge and False Cape State Park!

June 25, 2025. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Swift Creek Boat Launch
Yes, you too can canoe!

June 25, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
James River State Park Visitor Center
Take a fascinating hike to learn about the rich history of James River State Park from fossils to the American Civil War.

June 25, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Shelter 1
Whether your child is an aspiring adventurer or simply loves being outdoors, this program is designed to ignite their curiosity and foster valuable skills.

June 25, 2025. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Narrows at 64th Street
Come across our Ranger outposts stationed at a part of First Landing State Park you may have never visited: the Narrows Beach!

June 25, 2025. 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Sweet Run State Park Interpretive Center
Designed to introduce young participants to the wonders of the natural world and foster an appreciation for the environment.

June 25, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
Join us as we open the doors to the old Norfolk and Western caboose 518517.

June 25, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
Without pollinators, people and all of Earth's terrestrial ecosystems would not survive.

June 25, 2025. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Smith Mountain Lake State Park Discovery Center Pavilion
Migrate to the Discovery Center to learn about the fascinating "Fish Hawk".

June 25, 2025. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
What animal inspired a popular children's game?

June 25, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Discovery Center - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
While most of the adventure on the New River takes place above the water, there is no shortage of things to see below the water!

June 25, 2025. 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Shelter #4
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 head to the site.

June 25, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Foster Falls - 116 Orphanage Dr. Max Meadows, Va. 24360
Go back in time in the historic village of Foster Falls.

June 25, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Discovery Center
Douthat Lake is home to some big, beautiful trout.

June 25, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Boat Ramp off of Mitchell Valley Road
Our amazing amphibians are abundant here in the mountains.

June 25, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Visitor Center
Come out of your shell and spend some time getting to know the Eastern Box Turtle.

June 25, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First Landing State Park The Bay Lab (inside the Main Visitor Center)
Explore the Chesapeake Bay through the animals that live in it!

June 25, 2025. 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Kiptopeke State Park Big Water Visitor Center
Meet at the Big Water Visitor Center and help our resident box turtle have some fun in the sun! .

June 25, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
James River State Park Canoe Landing
Trees are so important to our environment. They give us air to breathe, homes for animals, wood to build our homes and help control erosion.

June 25, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Pocahontas State Park Playground by Aquatic Complex
Get your feet wet and explore life in the creek.

June 25, 2025. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Fairy Stone State Park Beach Breezeway
Right now in Fairy Stone Lake, giant gelatinous blobs resembling brains can be found attached to stationary objects in the water, using their tentacles to feed.

June 25, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
New River Trail State Park Austinville Access - 231 Store Hill Rd. Austinville, Va 24312
Enjoy a scenic guided walk along the New River Trail. This easy one-mile round trip tour will take visitors outside one of the oldest mining operations in North America, the Austinville lead mines.

June 25, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Douthat State Park Beach Amphitheater
Whether you're fascinated or a little rattled, snakes are a vital part of healthy ecosystems, and they’re not as scary as they seem.

June 25, 2025. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Hungry Mother State Park Raider's Run Trailhead
What's a benthic organism and how do they survive in the creek?
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