Events in Virginia State Parks

  Help our rangers and volunteers keep our park clean!

Stretch your wings on this hike all about the birds that call Chippokes State Park their nest!  Join a Ranger led excursion along College Run Trail to the shoreline of the James River.

Have you ever wanted to identify the different birds in your yard or even start bird watching as a hobby?  If so, this program is for you.  We'll go over the basics of finding and identifying birds, the basic equipment you might need, as well as some tips to help you make the most of your birding adventures!

Kayak season is here!

Kiptopeke is full of beautiful sights to draw inspiration from. Breath taking sunsets on the bay, graceful migratory birds in flight, the swirling lines of seashells in the sand, and the pops of color from flowers in the fields can awaken the artist in all of us. Want to create your own masterpiece or capture a memory in your own impressionistic style?

Did you know owls get 'hairballs?' About once a day, an owl spits up a ball of hair and bones called an owl pellet which is actually the 'leftovers' from their most recent meals.

Explore the marshes of Back Bay by kayak while observing birds and other wildlife.

Join a park ranger for a guided nighttime adventure through the maritime forest as we search and listen for some of First Landing State Park’s most fascinating nocturnal residents: owls.

Walk through a shady riverine forest with your park ranger guide to look and listen for woodland birds and water-loving species. Colorful summer migrants have flown thousands of miles from Central or South America to raise their young here.

Unleash your creativity in the great outdoors. Join a park ranger for a hands-on crafting adventure inspired by the wildlife that calls the park home.

Mason Neck is home to many Osprey.

Challenge yourself to name various songbirds found around Smith Mountain Lake State Park. Join the interpretive ranger and see how many of our common birds you can identify.

Calling all bird lovers, do you know how to identify a bird by its song?

Ever wondered how you stack up against some of the largest birds in the sky?

Enjoy a relaxing morning by taking a guided kayak paddle through the marshes of Back Bay.

Kiptopeke is full of beautiful sights to draw inspiration from. Breath taking sunsets on the bay, graceful migratory birds in flight, the swirling lines of seashells in the sand, and the pops of color from flowers in the fields can awaken the artist in all of us. Want to create your own masterpiece or capture a memory in your own impressionistic style?

Want to save the bees, butterflies, birds, and more?  Just plant native!  Even the smallest pollinator-friendly patch will make a difference.  At our pollinator garden workshop, you'll learn everything you need to know to get started and receive a planning packet to help create your own pollinator habitat at home.

Where does your water go?

Enjoy a relaxing morning by taking a guided kayak paddle through the marshes of Back Bay.

Explore the wonders of the Tutelo Trail with our park interpreter.

Step into the quiet, mysterious woods of Douthat State Park after dark for an unforgettable experience.

Start your day with a gentle adventure designed especially for young explorers and their families.

Explore the park’s different ecosystems that provide habitats for an array of unique mammals, reptiles, fish, amphibians, and birds.

Meet Gertie and Birdie, our Educational Ambassadors, and interact with our knowledgeable rangers while they care for these beloved critters.

Enjoy a relaxing morning by taking a guided kayak paddle through the marshes of Back Bay.

What makes a bird a bird?

Kiptopeke is full of beautiful sights to draw inspiration from. Breath taking sunsets on the bay, graceful migratory birds in flight, the swirling lines of seashells in the sand, and the pops of color from flowers in the fields can awaken the artist in all of us. Want to create your own masterpiece or capture a memory in your own impressionistic style?

Join a park ranger for a guided nighttime adventure through the maritime forest as we search and listen for some of First Landing State Park’s most fascinating nocturnal residents: owls.

Unleash your creativity in the great outdoors. Join a park ranger for a hands-on crafting adventure inspired by the wildlife that calls the park home.

Join us on a birding adventure, starting with a quick chat about tips and tricks to help with bird identification followed by a short hike through some of Machicomoco's best bird habitats.

Calling all bird lovers, do you know how to identify a bird by its song?

Ever wondered how you stack up against some of the largest birds in the sky?

Be you a teacher, camp counselor, homeschool instructor, or troop leader, you are invited to schedule your group's next field trip or educational program with Widewater State Park!

Belle Isle State Park has some great activities that you can do on your own schedule.

Stop by Hungry Mother's Discovery Center and ask the front desk rangers about our Park Packs.