(8-12 yrs.) Join naturalists for one or all of these weekly explorations of our forest and stream ecosystems. We’ll investigate the natural world through hands-on activities and experiments. Topics will supplement learning towards the VA science SOLs for grades 4-6, while in our outdoors science “lab”. Weekly themes include: Sept. 16 - Delightful DecompositionSept. 23 - Fall ForagingSept. 30 - Ghastly Germs
(8-12 yrs.) Join naturalists for one or all of these weekly explorations of our forest and stream ecosystems. We’ll investigate the natural world through hands-on activities and experiments. Topics will supplement learning towards the VA science SOLs for grades 4-6, while in our outdoors science “lab."This week's theme…
(8-12 yrs.) Join naturalists for one or all of these weekly explorations of our forest and stream ecosystems. We’ll investigate the natural world through hands-on activities and experiments. Topics will supplement learning towards the VA science SOLs for grades 4-6, while in our outdoors science “lab."This week's theme…
Make sure your child is ready for the classroom by building literacy and social skills. Our fun-filled preschool storytime has books, songs, rhymes and more! Ages 3-5 years with adult.
One-on-one technology tutoring offered by library staff. A laptop will be available to use during the tutoring session for practice. Bring your laptop, smartphone, tablet or eReader if you wish. Library staff can offer basic computer help in navigating Windows, Android, and iOS operating systems, as well as assistance…
Get your hands on history at the place where it happened! During this engaging and interactive program with Park Historian Blake Lindsey, build a miniature fort of your own using Civil War techniques. Put it to the test with a series of games!
Watch your little one grow from baby to big kid in our early literacy-enhanced storytime with stories, songs and more. Ages 18 months - 3 years with adult.
(4-Adult) Discover the fascinating life cycle of monarchs and other butterflies. Learn how to identify butterflies and assist with tagging monarchs when available. The nature center raises monarchs annually for tagging and release. If available, at least one monarch will be tagged during the program. Due to the dramati…
(All Ages) Families are invited to join a naturalist to stroll and explore along the nature trail. We will roll logs and search the forest floor and other habitats. We’ll learn about safety while being a nature detective. An officer from the community outreach of the local district FCPD will join us in this investigati…
(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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Rocks and fossils get the spotlight in this STEM program. Come talk to actual geologists and other rock experts about their awesome rocks! Explore different types of fossils, rocks, and minerals and discover where they came from. Bring in an interesting rock to identify and share and explore the science of geology! Age…
(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…
