Spooky Nature Crafts

Location of James River State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Canoe Landing
Main Park Address: James River State Park, 104 Green Hill Dr., Gladstone, VA 24553.

When

Oct. 31, 2026. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Celebrate the spooky season with Halloween Nature Crafts! Join us as we transform natural materials into festive creations, including leaf ghosts, pinecone spiders, and bat skeletons. Join rangers for a fun way to get creative, enjoy the outdoors, and take home your own handmade Halloween decorations!

Please meet at Canoe Landing. All materials provided. Suitable for all ages. Wear appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather and bring a water bottle with you. Parks are for everyone, please let us know if you need special accommodation.

For more information, please call (434) 933-8527 or email Tess.Himelspach@dcr.virginia.gov.

Know Before You Go: Before your visit, find the most up to date health and safety information here.

Leaves painted as ghosts on orange background

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 434-933-4355
Email Address: JamesRiver@dcr.virginia.gov