Nature Some photos were taken prior to the pandemic. All programs and activities will follow recommended health safety protocols.
Hidden Pond Nature Center 8511 Greeley Boulevard Springfield, Va. 22152 (703) 451-9588 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/hiddenpond Extensive woodlands, Pohick Creek, trails, beautiful scenery, quiet places, and abundant wildlife are all features of this park. Facilities include nature center with exhibits, nature trail, pond, tot playground and picnic shelter. Group programs are available by request. Park is open dawn to dusk. Closed Tuesdays.
Virtual Family Nature Programs 45-minute Program $40 (up to 5 logins)
(7-Adult) Explore Fairfax County’s natural resources from the comfort of your home. These programs are designed to keep your elementary schooler engaged, entertained and educated. Topics include frog, dragonfly or butterfly life cycles in the pond, hands-on experiments, nature artwork and more. Programs use Zoom to connect you with a naturalist for an interactive experience. For more information and to submit a request, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/ hiddenpond.
Pooh and Friends at Hidden Oaks
(3-Adult) Families enjoy a guided hike searching for our “Fifty Acre Wood” animal friends. Are hefflalumps and woozles native? Are black bears? Bring your favorite stuffed animal for a hike and activities. End your adventure with a smackerel of honey crackers in Nature Playce. Registration required for children and adults. 1--1 hour program Location Day Time Code HiddenOaks Sa HiddenOaks Sa
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9:30am MU5.HEY9 5/8 11am MU5.S33L 5/8
$ $7/ea. $7/ea.
Mesozoic Dinosaur Hike
(4-Adult) Join a naturalist along the 1/3-mile Old Oak Trail and learn what plants and animals shown would have shared their world with dinosaurs. End your adventure in Nature Playce to see how you measure up to dinosaurs. Registration required for children and adults.
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11am O9S.PAGO 5/16 $7/ea. 12:30pm O9S.7DD9 5/16 $7/ea.
Toads and Their Abodes
(4-Adult) Bring a cracked, broken or old flower pot per person to transform into a painted Toad Abode for your yard. Learn more about these bumpy creatures and why it is great to encourage them to take up residence in our yards. Meet and feed a toad; story and visit to the pond included. Outdoor program. Registration required for children and adults. 1--1 hour program Location Day Time Code HiddenOaks Sa HiddenOaks Sa
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1pm 88F.HOG0 5/29 $7/ea. 2:30pm 88F.KE2U 5/29 $7/ea.
Snake and Turtle Feeding
(4-Adult) Enjoy a brief presentation and demonstration by our animal caretaker staff. At least one snake,
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two turtles and a toad will be fed. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. 1--1 hour program Location Day Time Code
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HiddenOaks Su HiddenOaks Su
5/30 $7/ea. 5/30 $7/ea.
1pm EFC.ECLO 2:30pm EFC.EIJU
$
Virtual Programs Sustainable Gardens: Creating Habitats
(Adults) Naturalist Kim Young discusses how to transform your suburban space away from a lawn monoculture to a more natural oasis with food webs and ecosystem services. She leads you through the process of changing her typical suburban yard into a native plant wildlife habitat, and encourages you to consider doing the same, even if only in a small corner of your yard, school or office. Available habitat certifications will also be reviewed. 2--1 hour virtual programs
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Huntley Meadows Park and Visitor Center
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Virtual FCPA T
3/2
7pm
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$
$14/ea.
Fairfax County Nature 101
(13-Adult) Join us for a Zoom meeting with park experts to explore animal groups. Compare and contrast the species, enjoy fun facts and learn techniques for sharing the joys of nature with preschoolers. Ideal for parents, teachers, caretakers and babysitters. Program topics are: 3/13 Plants & Trees, 3/22 Amphibians, 3/26 Reptiles, 4/9 Nocturnal Animals, 4/18 Mammals, 5/14 Birds & 5/23 Dinosaurs. 1--1 hour virtual program Location Day Time Code
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3/13 3/22 3/26 4/9 4/18 5/14 5/23
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1pm 7pm 4pm 6:30pm 4pm 7pm 3:30pm
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$ $6/ea. $6/ea. $6/ea. $6/ea. $6/ea. $6/ea. $6/ea.
3701 Lockheed Blvd. Alexandria, Va. 22306 (703) 768-2525 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/huntley One of Fairfax County Park Authority’s largest parks (1,500 acres), Huntley Meadows includes wetlands, forests, meadows, streams and ponds with resident deer, beaver and heron. Facilities include a visitor center, auditorium, exhibits, an outdoor classroom and an interpretive trail with boardwalk and observation platforms. All programs require reservations. Visit the website for nature center hours. Closed Tuesdays. Grounds open dawn to dusk.
Family/All Ages Family Woodcock Walk
(6-Adult) Come for an evening walk through the woods to one of the park’s large meadows. Listen for the call of the male woodcock and hopefully see his amazing courtship display and flight. Bring a flashlight. Approximately 1.5 mile walk on uneven terrain. Canceled if rain. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. Meets at the South Kings Highway entrance to the park. 1--1 hour 30 minute program Location Day Time Code
Date
$
HuntMdws Sa 5:30pm 3C9.DIL8 3/6 $9/ea. HuntMdws Sa 6:45pm 3C9.A1F4 3/20 $9/ea.
Family Owl Outing
(6-Adult) Discover the secret world of owls. Learn what makes these raptors excellent night predators with a presentation followed by a trail hike to hopefully hear or spot one of Huntley’s resident owls. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult. 1--1 hour 30 minute program Location Day Time Code
Date
$
HuntMdws Su 5:30pm A78.A0F0 3/7 $9/ea. HuntMdws T 7pm A78.PX58 3/30 $9/ea.
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Spring 2021