Ellanor C. Lawrence Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: Walney Visitor Center Open hours: Mon & Wed-Fri 9-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 12-5 p.m. Closed Tuesdays. The park's trails, picnic tables and grounds are open dawn to dusk.
703-631-0013 TTY 711
Walney Visitor Center: 5040 Walney Road; Woodlands Stewardship Education Center: 5301 Walney Road
Chantilly, Virginia
Kylie Lee
Manager

Ellanor C. Lawrence Park Events

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Campfire Night Hike - Predators at Night

08/02/2025 8:30 pm

(4-Adult) Enjoy a night hike to learn about nocturnal hunters. Listen to taped calls of owls and coyotes and possibly catch a glimpse of them in the forest. End the evening with s'mores round the campfire. Children must be accompanied by an adult registered in the program.

Toddler Take Over

08/06/2025 10:00 am

(1-4 yrs.) Get moving with your toddler as we explore the park using our senses. Each month, we will make, taste, dance, walk, sing and tell stories. Different topics and activities every session.

Creek Adventure Wagon Ride

08/09/2025 6:00 pm

(2-Adult) Explore Rocky Run Stream Valley by wagon and by wading in to learn about the creatures that live in the stream.

Sign up starting at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Are You Going to Eat That?

08/16/2025 6:00 pm to 08/16/2025 7:00 pm

(3-Adult) Enjoy a stroll along the lake shores and learn about the constellations, their stories and other night-sky features. Our astronomical naturalist will identify the stars and will have some telescopes to use. The program concludes with a campfire. S'mores ingredients provided. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Herbal Tea in the Garden

08/23/2025 10:30 am

(8-Adult) Come to the garden to learn about and pick fresh herbs that will make your herbal tea the best its ever been. Sample herbal teas and get inspired to grow your own tea herbs at home to delight and inspire you.

Little Hands on the Farm

08/29/2025 11:00 am

(3-5 yrs.) Join us to learn about a different element of farm life each week. Classes held during the same week will have repeat topics. Other activities can include story time, crafts and small farm chores. One adult must attend with each child. Please limit one parent to attend with each child.

Ellanor C. Lawrence Classes and Camps

See all the classes and camps scheduled at Ellanor C. Lawrence Park.


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