(8-Adult) Can you save history before the clock runs out? Imagine a local landmark is slated for demolition, and only your team can prove its link to the legendary double agent James Armistead Lafayette. This program links to the VA250 and Fairfax250 commemoration.
(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.
Experts answer your gardening questions on Saturday mornings. Adults.
(6-Adult) Aprenda sobre la historia y la importancia del Sitio Histórico de Sully. Explore la vida y las personas que vivieron y trabajaron en este lugar desde la década de 1700 hasta la de 1950. Este recorrido guiado incluye una de las viviendas de las personas esclavizadas, la Casa Sully de 1794, la cocina, la lavand…
Join us for friendly, non-rated chess where kids can play, practice their skills, and meet other players. Ideal for beginners and beyond who already know how to play and checkmate. Space is limited. Please register only the age appropriate child. For students in grades 1-6.
(All Ages) Come stay and play at our Nature Center on select Fridays of every month. Spend time together as a family reading books, making crafts, playing games, exploring natural objects with a microscope, doing puzzles, digging in the sandbox and many more play opportunities. Enjoy a short presentation or read-aloud…
(14-Adult) Watch for deer foraging on the islands, and osprey and bald eagles searching for fish as we paddle through this wildlife-rich section of the Potomac River. This is not a whitewater tour. No previous experience required. Kayaks provided, one person per kayak. Download waiver and bring completed to tour: https…
(4-Adult) Learn the science and art of building a fire and then test your skill with primitive fire bows and modern fire-making techniques. Use your new skills to roast some s'mores at the end. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
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(5-Adult) Enjoy the beauty of the lakefront at sunset while learning the basics of fishing with a naturalist. Many fish like to come up to eat when the water cools after a hot day, making it a great time to fish with family members and enjoy each other’s company. Rod and bait will be provided. Participants 16 and older…
