Events in Virginia State Parks

True Art Showcase is named in the honor of the Museum’s first curator James True the Museum's first curator.

西南弗吉尼亞博物館歷史州立公園現正接受「Stitch in Time」被展的參賽作品。

The Spring 2026 installment of the Staunton River Star Party will be sponsored by CHAOS (Chapel Hill Astronomical and Observational Society) and hosted at Staunton River State Park.

Join us for the first-ever Volunteer Camp-Out at Douthat State Park. This is your chance to enjoy a beautiful lakeside camping experience for free while giving back to the park you love.

加入卡利登越野賽系列，參加《粉塵者衝刺》！

The story of a man who built himself into a leader through sheer discipline, sharp intellect, and a refusal to do anything halfway, this program follows Andrew Humphreys from his early years as a driven young engineer to his rise as one of the most respected officers in the Union Army.

成為 FrogWatch 美國飢餓母親分會的會員、志願者和公民科學家。

Start your weekend with fresh air, beautiful scenery, camaraderie, and a feeling of accomplishment.

Discover the fundamentals of bird watching as you build practical skills and confidence in the field.

We welcome you to Widewater's inaugural Spring Jubilee where visitors are encouraged to Step into Spring this year by exploring the outdoors, restoring the environment through volunteer activities, and protecting native flora and fauna through education and responsible recreation.

Enjoy maximum bluff and shoreline views on this ranger guided hike.  The hike is just about a mile and includes a portion of the new Hognose Trail.  We will explore the popular Fossil Beach and the secluded Pete's Overlook.  .

把你的爪子帶到卡利登，來進行狗狗雞蛋的危險！

我們可以通過查看它們的皮膚和骷髏來了解很多關於動物的適應性。

Join us in discovering the hidden wonders of these temporary seasonal wetlands.

Join us for a guided Discovery Hike along the Buck Lick Trail and experience March—a month of transformation.

Celebrate International Day of Forests with a native tree planting.

青蛙和山鼠的出現是春天的肯定跡象。

March 21st is International Day of Forests!

Come join our Rangers in celebrating the Highland Maple Festival!

Join us for a craft as we celebrate the International Day of Forests.

It is International Day of Forests so let's take "Advice from a Tree" (Ilan Shamir) and start Spring 2026 celebrating nature's beauty.

Walk through history by touring Sky Meadows' historic Mount Bleak House.

This event is more than a festival - it is a shared message to our community: Insects matter, all of them, and our planet depends on them.

Hoot have thought reconstructing skeletons could be so cool?!

Celebrate International Day of the Forest and the Spring Equinox while exploring the trees of Mason Neck State Park.

This guided hike will take you to one of the highest points in the park to enjoy the view from Purchase Ridge Overlook.

The wildlife on our trails always changing. Join our rangers in exploring the ecosystems and wildlife along our nearby trails.

黑熊是居住在杜塔州立公園的許多令人難以置信的哺乳動物之一。

Come explore the historic town of Fries! A park ranger will share stories of local history and show what remains of the once thriving textile industry.

Unfold a map and unlock a whole new way to explore.

了解天然出現的石十字架背後的傳說，並前往公園中的特殊位置，尋找自己的 " 仙石。"在簡短介紹您將需要的內容後，我們將前往該網站。

這次歷史悠久的建築之旅旨在突出當時的建築、設計、家具、特殊細節、華麗的裝飾以及瓊斯-斯圖爾特大廈牆壁內的故事。

As spring bursts back to life, our local wildflowers take center stage, painting the landscape with color and supporting an incredible web of biodiversity.

Step into the shoes of a 19th-century farmer and help care for our heritage breed chickens and goats!

快來探索自我出版的世界！

向上查看並了解公園中的樹木多樣性！

公園擁有超過兩千英畝，在濕地和森林中擁有各種各樣的生活。與我們的自然學家/遊俠會面，他們將幫助您發現公園生態系統中的水生、昆蟲、哺乳動物和植物生物。

This archery session for beginners and provides shooting time for the more experienced. It begins with instruction time on archery equipment, technique, and safety.

Prowl the Powell and discover nature’s hidden treasures.

Join the rangers on a hunt for three of James River's 14 geocaches.

開始進入迷人的春池世界的旅程。

Westmoreland State Park is home to four different ambassador animals: Reba the corn snake, Stevie the king snake, and two red-eared sliders, Venus and Jennika.

加入遊騎兵一起進行有趣的樹木工藝！

在 1920 和 30 年代，因月光而造成的謀殺案震盪了費耶爾代爾鎮，使一個死亡的城鎮以悲劇而不是曾經使其成為蓬勃的城鎮的採礦業而被人們記得。1900初，私釀酒（非法釀造威士忌）在仙女石州立公園地區及其周邊地區相當盛行。嫉妒、貪婪和競爭常常導致仇恨、爭吵，甚至殺戮。

Spring is officially here and we want to help out our pollinator friends the bee and butterfly, as well as birds who disperse seeds.

Meet a ranger for a leisurely paced afternoon walk at the Dannelly Park access to New River Trail.

In early spring, Virginia's tiny delicate woodland wildflowers make their appearance!

樹木具有神奇的特質，可以為我們提供許多重要的日常物品，以及我們呼吸的大部分氧氣。

Come join our Rangers in celebrating the Highland Maple Festival!

Lace up your sneakers and step into the past.

Our animal ambassadors Hisstopher and Harrold want to meet you!

Participate in the art of origami while making biodegradable seed pots filled with wildflower seeds.

很快，春天的來臨了我們。

樹木是許多藝術形式的生命和靈感。

建立自己的昆蟲酒店，以幫助為有益昆蟲提供棲息地。您的創作將為授粉劑提供一個特殊的空間，在那裡他們可以繁殖和生長！

Through trail, stone, and timber, the CCC carved a legacy that still shapes Douthat today.

你如何區分樹木？與我們一起從豪屋 (Howe House) 徒步到海灘，沿途欣賞美景，同時學習如何使用手持式識別表來識別一些常見的本地樹木。

Stop by the Visitor Center for a sneak peek into the developing Virginia State Park's B.A.R.K Ranger program and upcoming dog focused events at Belle Isle.

戰士們在遊行後怎麼睡覺？

Experience Sky Meadows, an International Dark-Sky Park, at this monthly astronomical celebration!

Spring is officially in season, let's light the campfire and welcome spring.

Owl prowl is a guided hiking program where individuals can connect with nature and wildlife of Virginia State Parks while learning whooo might be lurking in the evening hours at Westmoreland State Park.  Westmoreland State Park is a beautiful place, home to many wonderful wildlife and plant species.

當地的克魯天文俱樂部將將他們的高科技望遠鏡和關於我們的星球，我們的星系和我們的宇宙的驚人視頻演示帶到訪客中心。

See the stars and explore our night sky with park rangers at this International Dark Sky Park!

詹姆斯河州立公園是指定的國際黑天公園。

Discover how Virginia’s watersheds shape our communities by stopping by the Evergreen Soil and Water Conservation Tabletop Display throughout the day.

The story of a man who built himself into a leader through sheer discipline, sharp intellect, and a refusal to do anything halfway, this program follows Andrew Humphreys from his early years as a driven young engineer to his rise as one of the most respected officers in the Union Army.

Do you want to witness the art of Gyotaku fish printing, an ancient craft where you can create your own fish masterpiece?

春天在空中，這是觀鳥的最佳時機！

我們都享受美味的餐點，而我們住在我們的遊客中心的居住蛇也是一樣的。

Westmoreland State Park is a special place known for rare and common fossils, including the most desirable and sought after - shark teeth you can find along our shoreline.

Did you know Raccoons can remember solutions to tasks and have “hands” like ours?

Come join our Rangers in celebrating the Highland Maple Festival!

今天早上製作，今晚使用

Walk through history by touring Sky Meadows' historic Mount Bleak House.

Frogs calling are a true sign of spring.   Frogs and toads rely on water from places like ponds and wetlands to lay their eggs, and many species never stray far from a body of water.

What's under that rock?

Humans aren't the only ones who build amazing structures.  Insects, birds, and mammals are among the many animals who create complex homes for themselves.  Let's take a look into the world of these master builders of the animal kingdom.

Come join us for Women's History Month to learn about the historical figures who helped shape the Widewater Peninsula.  Margaret Brent - English colonist, Catholic landowner, attorney - An unmarried woman who moved to the colonies, and stayed unwed, was strange enough.

參加 4 小時導遊，穿過 Back Bay 國家野生動物保護區和假開普州立公園！

了解天然出現的石十字架背後的傳說，並前往公園中的特殊位置，尋找自己的 " 仙石。"在簡短介紹您將需要的內容後，我們將前往該網站。

Join one of Mason Neck's interpreters along the Bay View Trail to discover the rich history of Mason Neck State Park. This program explores the changing relationships between people and the land, from early river-based communities and agricultural use to modern conservation efforts that preserve wildlife habitat and open space.

什麼是底棲生物，它們如何在溪裡生存？

學習基本目標射箭的基本技能，這是一項技能，由於公園裡發現的文物，我們知道人類在這裡已經在這裡練習了數千年。

Ever heard of a seed bomb?

Westmoreland State Park is home to four different ambassador animals: Reba the corn snake, Stevie the king snake, and two red-eared sliders, Venus and Jennika.

與我們的遊騎兵一起探索壯麗的白尾鹿的秘密。

With the park's miles of woodland trails and grassy expanses, you’re sure to see some of the mushrooms that are native to this part of the east coast year-round.  Join us for a basic introduction to fungi in our Visitors Center Discovery Room, then come with us on a short hike to see what fungi we can discover.

This is a “casting” call for miniatures enthusiasts and historic craft fans!

Basket weaving has been an important craft for thousands of years. Stop by our campfire to learn about the history of weaving in the area, as well as how to harvest and weave Japanese honeysuckle (and other invasive plants).

享受自然學家帶領的徒步旅行，了解您周圍的盛開和生長的所有內容。這個簡單的徒步旅行將帶遊客穿過我們公園沿岸的落葉森林，讓您有機會在地球上生物多樣化的地方之一看到新河的一些原生野花和樹木！請穿著舒適的步行鞋，適合天氣穿著，並帶大量水和小吃。

Come join our Rangers in celebrating the Highland Maple Festival!

“And into the forest I go, to lose my mind and find my soul.” - John Muir Join our rangers on a guided hike and learn about our native species, park history, and wetland habitat. Meet at the Visitor Center before the hike.

Join us on World Water Day for a Hungry Mother Lake clean-up.

Ever wonder where rainwater goes after it hits the ground?

Join us to test the quality of the water in Stock Creek.

有一個小探險家，但還沒有準備和幼稚園兄弟姐妹一起徒步旅行嗎？Tyke 健行非常適合小腿部。遠足不到一英里，大部分適合嬰兒車。遊俠將幫助您的小孩在這個一小時的冒險中發現大自然中的整潔事物。

Spring brings about lots of change in our natural world.

當您與我們當地的弗吉尼亞大自然學家（CPVMN）中部皮埃蒙特分會加入我們的合作計劃，參加我們的合作計劃時，見證兩棲動物的生命週期，並近距離觀看水生無脊椎動物。

你知道烏鴉和恐龍一起在地球上漫遊嗎？熊貓有像我們一樣的「手」嗎？想知道這些生物還有什麼其他秘密？加入我們，發現有關這些令人驚嘆的動物以及它們如何對人類受益的鮮明事實。