Homeschool at the Lake - Spring
(7-12 years) This program for school-aged children focuses on the natural and historical world. Each class session will explore a different topic and include themed hands-on activities.
Lake Accotink LocationDye It Up
(5-Adult) Learn to make and use natural dyes to transform your white shirts into colorful masterpieces. Fairfax County prohibits foraging in county parks, so this class will focus on identifying plants that can be made into dye and teaching the steps of the dying process. Please bring your own white t-shirt or other white fabric to the class.
Lake Accotink LocationLake Life
(4-adult) Meet a naturalist and explore the lake. Join as we search for and learn more about the creatures who call the lake home including reptiles, amphibians, and macroinvertebrates. Bring old shoes that can get wet and muddy.
Lake Accotink LocationBirding by Kayak-Single
(13-Adult) Enjoy a naturalist-led birding trip by kayak. Park Authority lakes are home to more than 100 species of birds and hold many unique habitats. See how these small vessels can provide a closer look into the world of birds. Travel in a one-person kayak.
Lake Accotink LocationNature Kayaking
(12-Adult) Paddle with a naturalist to learn about the flora and fauna that call the lake their home. Find out what’s growing along the lake’s edge, who likes to wade in the water and what might be swimming underneath you. Single kayaks and all equipment provided.
Lake Accotink LocationKayaking Skills
(12-Adult) This course is designed to complement the Kayaking Basics Class and for students that have some experience and wish to practice skills in open water conditions. All kayaks, paddles and necessary safety equipment is included.
Lake Accotink LocationFamily Fishing
(5-Adult) Join a naturalist to learn the basics of fishing while enjoying the beauty of the lakefront. Gain a better understanding of not only how to fish, but also how we can better connect with the natural world while participating in recreational activities, such as fishing. Rod and bait will be provided. Participants 16 and older must have a valid Virginia fishing license.
Lake Accotink LocationYoga & Bonfire Evening at Lake Accotink
(13-Adult) Looking for renewal, peace, inspiration, transformation, and / or something a little different, then bring your yoga mat to Lake Accotink for an evening sunset, star gazing and a bonfire. The evening’s practice will focus on Hatha techniques to stretch, build core strength, and stability to the mind and body. This practice is for all levels of yogis - new or advanced. Please bring a mat, towel, and water. If the evening is cool, please bring a wrap or sweater as we will practice outside near the lake.
Lake Accotink LocationYoga & Bonfire Evening
(13-Adult) Looking for renewal, peace, inspiration, transformation, and / or something a little different, then bring your yoga mat to Lake Accotink for an evening sunset, star gazing and a bonfire. The evening’s practice will focus on Hatha techniques to stretch, build core strength, and stability to the mind and body. This practice is for all levels of yogis - new or advanced. Please bring a mat, towel, and water. If the evening is cool, please bring a wrap or sweater as we will practice outside near the lake.
Lake Accotink LocationCampfire Fridays
(5-Adult) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. Includes s’mores. Topics vary by date. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
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