Riverbend Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: Visitor Center Hours: Open 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.
703-759-9018 TTY 711
8700 Potomac Hills Street
Great Falls, Virginia
Kylie Lee
Manager

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Forestry Merit Badge

03/23/2024 12:00 pm

(11 to 17 years) This program satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. Scouts must complete all prework before the start of class. Pre-work and program details available at the Scouting website. Scouts unable to complete all requirements may receive partial credit from their merit badge…

Trainers on the Go

03/23/2024 2:00 pm

(8-Adult) Combine your interests with a guided Pokémon Go hike at Riverbend Park. Learn about nature while enjoying playing Pokémon Go with your family or friends. Participants must be familiar with Pokémon Go, supply their own smart device, and have Pokémon Go already installed. Backup battery or charger recommended. Program will be outdoors, so participants must dress…

Practical Plants - Foraging for Herbal Remedies

03/24/2024 10:00 am

(12-Adult) Learn about the healing power of plants. Discover the herbal remedies and wild edibles of Virginia and how to gather these plants safely and sustainably. Conclude the class with a make-and-take.

Primitive Basics

03/24/2024 1:00 pm

(6-Adult) Learn ancient techniques of starting a fire, working on a dug out canoe, and using a bow and arrow.

Full Moon Meditation

03/25/2024 7:30 pm

(Adults) Take time to set intentions for the next month while engaging in mindfulness practices under the full moon along the Potomac River. A variety of techniques such as breathwork, gentle stretches and purposeful movement will be used. Please bring your own yoga mat or camping chair. Appropriate for all skill levels.

Bluebells and Bloodroots

03/30/2024 9:30 am

(Adults) Learn to identify Riverbend's beautiful spring ephemerals, and discover the folklore that has grown up around them. Meet at Visitor Center to walk along the banks of the Potomac River. Canceled if it rains.

Nature Sketch Hike

03/30/2024 1:00 pm

(13-Adult) Join a naturalist for a hike focused on observing the shapes and colors found in nature and learn sketching techniques to enhance your observation skills.

Spring Wildflowers & Bald Eagles Family Walk

04/01/2024 10:00 am

(4-Adult) Join us on a family wildflower and eagle watching walk. A scavenger hunt helps kids find spring wildflowers as we walk between the Virginia Bluebells towards the Bald Eagle nest. A spotting scope and binoculars are available for viewing the Bald Eagles on their nest. Return to the Visitor Center for Bluebell crafts. This program is held entirely…

Bluebells at the Bend

04/06/2024 10:00 am

(3-Adult) Celebrate the Virginia Bluebells that carpet the early spring forest! Enjoy wildflower walks, live animals, exhibitors, live music, kids crafts and food. Cost $10 per person online until 4/4, $12 per person day of event admission.

Bluebells and Bloodroots

04/13/2024 9:30 am

(Adults) Learn to identify Riverbend's beautiful spring ephemerals, and discover the folklore that has grown up around them. Meet at Visitor Center to walk along the banks of the Potomac River. Canceled if it rains.

Adapted Park Explorers

04/13/2024 10:00 am

(6-11 years) See the best that our park has to offer with topics that fit your interests. Explore different features of the park with hands-on science and nature activities tailored to young people with disabilities. A different topic each month. Parents must be accessible during the program but are not required to register.

Geocaching by Boat

04/27/2024 2:00 am

(10-Adult) Kayak or canoe along the Potomac River in search of hidden treasure! Use a GPS receiver to navigate the waters then dock at the islands to find geocaches. Some paddling experience preferred. All participants must sign a boating waiver.

Primitive Basics

04/28/2024 1:00 pm

(6-Adult) Learn ancient techniques of starting a fire, working on a dug out canoe, and using a bow and arrow.

Riverbend Park Classes and Camps

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