Events in Virginia State Parks

The park is proud to be a part of this annual birdwatching event by providing a place for you to participate.

Sweet Run may not be the first place that comes to mind for a backyard bird count, but this land has supported an active community of farmsteads and residences since the 1840s.

史密斯山湖州立公園之友是一個由有興趣的公民組成的志願者組織，他們積極支持該公園。該團體通過協助日常活動，特別活動，籌款和公眾教育，代表公園工作。合作夥伴關係提供了一種機制，用於利用私人公民和企業的技能，聯繫和資源來改善其他可能無法提供的服務。

"A track is a window to the past of an animal.

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。

與我們一起穿越 False Cape 州立公園的特別夜間徒步旅行。

幫助支持您喜歡的公園。

The Friends of Powhatan State Park is a group made up of citizen volunteers from Virginia’s Piedmont region who are passionate about supporting the park’s mission.

本計劃旨在向年輕參與者介紹自然世界的奇觀，並促進對環境的欣賞。

"A track is a window to the past of an animal.

The Senior Ranger series is geared towards senior citizens who are interested in learning more about nature, outdoor skills, and history.

就像毛蟲的生長和變化一樣，我們的卡特彼勒俱樂部計劃旨在幫助您的小孩成長和改變。

加入遊俠，在利西爾瓦尼亞州立公園學習科學，歷史和自然的信息！

From the small eastern screech owl to the great horned owl, eight species of owls call Virginia home part or all of the year.   Get a glimpse into the mysterious world of our elusive nocturnal raptors.

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。

Let your Friday afternoons be filled with natural  and historical wonders.  Join us for a closer look at some of the interesting things about our ecosystem and region.

認識我們的教育大使 Gertie 和 Birdie，並與我們知識豐富的遊騎兵互動，同時他們照顧這些喜愛的生物。

在陽落下，世界從白天轉變為夜晚，在滾滾的藍嶺山脈中探索迷人的夜晚！

你是否曾經在夜間看到或聽到真正的貓頭鷹呼叫？

"As long as a live, I'll hear waterfalls and birds and winds sing." -- John Muir Widewater State Park is pleased to offer Bird Walks from November 2025 thru March 2026!  Join an experienced birder on an exploration of our incredibly diverse park throughout the cooler months.

Join our Rangers and Volunteers in keeping our beach free of litter!

找出哪些爬行動物和兩棲動物稱為「第一登陸」之家！探索室位於步道中心內，歡迎所有年齡段的人士參加。

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

快來探索自我出版的世界！

Think opossums are just pesky critters?

If you enjoy fly fishing or plan to try it someday, consider learning to tie your own flies.  Considered a hobby on its own by many, tying flies is both an art and a science.  Our Fly Tying Workshop will teach you the fundamentals of the craft and walk you through creating at least one fly to take home.  The workshop is free but advanced sign up is required.  All equipment and materials are provided by Trout Unlimited.   SIGN UP HERE.

Join us for a guided Winter Discovery Hike along the Buck Lick Trail and experience the quiet beauty of the forest in its cold-weather stillness.

Join us at Occoneechee State Park for a Ranger- led hike through the Beaver Pond Trail.

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.

你知道，如果美國人回收十分之一的報紙，每年會節省 25 百萬棵樹？

Have you ever wanted to identify the different birds in your yard or even start bird watching as a hobby?  If so, this program is for you.  We'll go over the basics of finding and identifying birds, the basic equipment you might need, as well as some tips to help you make the most of your birding adventures!

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。

通過發現隱藏在棲息地圖像中的蛇來練習偵探技巧，並發現最好的方法避免有毒物的人。

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。

在步行小徑時閱讀一個故事。從 CCC 博物館開始，以自己的節奏開始探索和故事時間。

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。

This popular activity gives you the chance to glean the makings of a s'more while enjoying a geocaching adventure.

On April 6, 1865, Lucy Hillsman and Catherine Brown huddled in the farmhouse basement, bracing their children as thousands of Union and Confederate soldiers clashed all around them.

Have you ever found yourself in need of a length of string while out in the wilderness?

Slow down and take in the beauty of the James River and its vibrant landscapes!

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

Ever wondered what a skunk’s fur feels like or how big a bobcat’s skull really is?

Some Invasive species are pretty to look at, but they have a big impact on our native ecosystem.

透過生活在切薩皮克灣的動物來探索切薩皮克灣！

這個地方，這片土地，就像時間本身一樣老了。

Meet Maverick, our corn snake animal ambassador, as he helps teach us about the hidden world of our scaly friends and the good that they do for our environment.

Happy National Squirrel Day!

Bundle up and join us for a peaceful winter walk as we explore the James River State Park in search of its seasonal birdlife!

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

探索本地植物在內戰時代醫學中扮演的重要作用，因為醫生和士兵都依靠它們來治療各種疾病和傷害。

Have you ever seen a 'timberdoodle' dance in the twilight sky?

Join us for a flexible Stewardship Sunday, offering both self-guided and ranger-led opportunities to lend a hand and give back to Mother Nature.

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。

Raccoons, skunks, and opossums often find food in what we discard, but scavenging through garbage has plenty of dangers.

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.

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。

Slow down, observe, and discover what’s happening in the woods.

Take a fascinating hike and discover the rich history of James River State Park, from ancient fossils to the American Civil War and beyond.

On April 6, 1865, Lucy Hillsman and Catherine Brown huddled in the farmhouse basement, bracing their children as thousands of Union and Confederate soldiers clashed all around them.

Dozens of birds and other animals migrate to and from Mason Neck each year, while others hibernate to escape the cold.

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.

 Join your hosts, the directors of Imagine Well Being as you settle into the quiet calm of winter at Sweet Run State Park.

Winter offers the best chance of observing the rainbow swamp here at First Landing.

“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.

Join us for a special Black History Month program at Green Pastures Recreation Area, a park originally built for African Americans during the era of segregation.

Did you know that Westmoreland is one of the six original State Parks in Virginia?

透過本次實作研討會，探索永恆的松針編織籃藝術並釋放您的創造力。

Sailor's Creek 戰場歷史州立公園的遊客中心提供了一個博物館，裝滿了多年來發現的珍貴文物，當中美國內戰在弗吉尼亞州的最後一次重大戰爭發生在 6 1865 的時間裡發生。

公眾可應要求提供參觀國家歷史地標希爾斯曼之家。

從日出到日落，全年可供遊客參觀的水手溪戰場自助駕車之旅。

水手溪戰場提供六條自助健行步道，其中包含歷史標誌，供公眾在白天（日出至日落）全年探索。

與我們一起穿過 Claytor Lake 州立公園的真實或虛擬徒步旅行，我們仔細觀察一些美麗的本地樹木。

您知道海文霍夫早期是弗吉尼亞州環境改革的倡導者嗎？親自或虛擬參加，我們探討 Howe House 的精美工藝，並了解其建築商，居民和歷史的知識。

在豪屋後方的釣魚區停下來，看看我們的 EnChroma 色盲景觀賞器。

通過幫助我們創建這個神秘網站的縮時間，為公民科學做出貢獻。

通過跑道步道進行遠足冒險！

透過參觀我們的遊覽點，回到過去，這些遊覽點與我們過去幾年在克萊托湖州立公園和克萊托湖收集的照片和影片位於同一位置。

Groups or individuals can adopt a section of a trail or a trail within our 7-mile park trail system.

Request a ranger to give your family or group a chance to get a more personalized experience at Claytor Lake State Park.

Earn your junior ranger patch through a variety of programs and fun family activities.  Visit the park office (the Howe House), gift shop, or contact station for a copy of our junior ranger booklet, or you can download it from the link below.

Nothing beats a ranger-led program in one of our parks.

Whether you're a classroom teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, Douthat State Park is a great place to bring your group for a day of hands-on, outdoor learning.

無論您是老師、營地輔導員、家學教師或部隊領袖，都有邀請您的團體與 Widewater State Park 安排下一次實地旅行或教育計劃！

通過跑道步道進行遠足冒險！

無論您是教師、家學教師、俱樂部贊助商還是其他角色，我們都邀請您計劃您的團體下一次到雙湖州立公園的實地旅行。

Wake up, lace up, and head outside with the Friends of Seven Bends State Park Walker's Club!  Join the group every Monday and Friday at 7:50 a.m. on a morning hike to enjoy cool air, quiet trails, and amazing views.

無論您是老師、家學教師、俱樂部贊助商還是其中之間的任何人，我們都邀請您計劃您的團體下一次到仙石州立公園的實地旅行。

由國家公園（B.A.R.K.）介紹

沿著天然隧道步行參觀，享受自助遊覽的樂趣。

當您探索荒野路封鎖屋和周邊地區時，探索這座建築如此獨特的原因，以及 18 世紀在邊界上常用於生存的東西。

Stop by the Visitor Center and pick up a copy of a self-guided brochure on the “Common Trees of Virginia”.

由國家公園（B.A.R.K.）介紹

Whether you're a classroom teacher, homeschool instructor, club sponsor, or anything in between, Leesylvania State Park is a great place to bring your group for hands-on, outdoor learning.

曾幾何時，新河標誌著後方邊境的最西端。

Stop by Hungry Mother's Discovery Center and ask the front desk rangers about our Park Packs.

Make your park visit even more exciting by stopping by the Visitor Center to pick up an Adventure Pack!

Ready for a modern-day treasure hunt?

Stop by the Visitor Center for a list of items to find.

公園擁有超過 12 英里的美麗健行步道，難度從容易到中等。