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09/26/2026 10:00 am to 09/26/2026 2:00 pm
(4-Adult) Celebrate the amazing world of insects with the whole family at our creepy-crawly adventure. Learn all about these fascinating little critters and why they are so important to maintaining a healthy ecosystem. Activities include insect safari hikes, live insect meet and greets, crafts, games, bug-themed storybook reading, a buggy maze and…
10/03/2026 10:30 am to 10/03/2026 11:30 am
(2-7 yrs.) Join a naturalist to discover the various wildlife that can be found in the lake. Search for tadpoles, insects, and frogs to catch and release, while also learning about what makes each creature special. Bring old shoes that can get wet and muddy.
10/03/2026 1:00 pm to 10/03/2026 2:00 pm
(10-Adult) Enjoy a naturalist-led hike and identify plants that are safe to eat and which ones to avoid. Participants will learn how plants were used in rope making and folk remedies with connections to Eastern Woodland Indians. Foraging in Fairfax County Parks is prohibited.
10/09/2026 6:00 pm to 10/09/2026 7:30 pm
(4-Adult) Barred owls inhabit our stream valley parks. Learn to identify these owls from other native owls while enjoying the campfire. Toast marshmallows over the embers. Canceled in case of inclement weather. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
10/16/2026 5:00 pm to 10/16/2026 6:00 pm
(5-Adult) Join a naturalist to meet live snakes and learn why snakes are important. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
10/17/2026 4:00 pm to 10/17/2026 5:30 pm
(4-Adult) Step into the spooky-cool side of nature and meet friendly live reptiles and amphibians up close. Families will explore hands-on discovery stations and uncover the amazing “superpowers” these misunderstood creatures use to survive. Costumes welcome.