Huntley Meadows Park

CONTACT INFORMATION: From Sept. 1 to Nov. 30, the Norma Hoffman Visitor Center will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays, except Tuesdays. The Visitor Center will be open on weekends from noon to 5 p.m.
703-768-2525 TTY 711
3701 Lockheed Blvd.
Alexandria, Virginia
Karen Sheffield
Manager

Huntley Meadows Park Events

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Family Woodcock Walk

03/23/2024 7:00 pm

(6-Adult) Come for an evening walk through the woods to one of the park's large meadows. Listen for the call of the male woodcock and hopefully see his amazing courtship display and flight. Bring a flashlight. Approximately 1.5 mile walk on uneven terrain. Canceled if rain. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Meets at the South Kings Highway entrance to…

Birding for Beginners

03/24/2024 8:00 am

(12-Adult) Learn about the park's birds and some basic identification skills. This program for beginners starts with a bird identification discussion. Children age 12 to 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Family Woodcock Walk

03/26/2024 7:00 pm

(6-Adult) Come for an evening walk through the woods to one of the park's large meadows. Listen for the call of the male woodcock and hopefully see his amazing courtship display and flight. Bring a flashlight. Approximately 1.5 mile walk on uneven terrain. Canceled if rain. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Meets at the South Kings Highway entrance to…

Evening Woodcock Walk

03/30/2024 7:00 pm

(Adults) Take an evening stroll through the forest to one of the park's largest meadows. Listen for the call of the male woodcock and hopefully see his amazing courtship dance and flight. Bring a flashlight. Approximately 1.5 mile walk on uneven terrain. Canceled if it rains. Meets at the South Kings Highway entrance to the park.

Nature Detectives

04/03/2024 10:00 am

(3-5 years) During this naturalist-led class, children and parents get the opportunity to explore the natural world through hikes, stories, songs, crafts and other hands-on activities.

$5 cash supply fee payable at first class.

Science for Homeschoolers

04/05/2024 1:00 pm

(9-12 years) Students join a park naturalist to investigate the interrelationship between earth cycles, ecosystems, and plant and animal functions at the cell level. Examine human impact on ecosystem health. Includes hands-on activities, experiments, nature hikes and outdoor exploration. Topics change seasonally.

Wetland at Dusk Walk

04/13/2024 7:00 pm

(Adults) Join park naturalists for a relaxing stroll through the park's forest and wetland paths. Look and listen for wildlife settling down or waking up during the transition of day to night.

Birding for Beginners

04/21/2024 8:00 am

(12-Adult) Learn about the park's birds and some basic identification skills. This program for beginners starts with a bird identification discussion. Children age 12 to 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Huntley Meadows Classes and Camps

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