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RESTON ASSOCIATION ACTIVITIES GUIDE

Greetings, Reston Community!

As summer winds down, it’s hard to believe we’re already welcoming the vibrant colors and crisp air of autumn. This past season was truly special; thank you to everyone who joined us at our pools, courts, and community events.

As we embrace the fall season, I invite you to explore the many outdoor experiences Reston has to offer. Whether it’s hiking along our 55 miles of scenic trails, visiting the Walker Nature Center’s 72 acres, or joining a guided tour to discover local flora and fauna, autumn is the perfect time to connect with nature. Our courts remain active with tennis and pickleball players of all skill levels, so it’s a wonderful time to come out to play, meet new friends and stay active.

Looking for something festive? Mark your calendars for the Friends of Reston’s annual Fall 5K and the always-popular Howl-o-ween party, a treat for both two- and four-legged participants! And we’re especially excited for the return of Winterfest at Brown’s Chapel Park, a three-day celebration to kick off the holiday season. This year’s event will be bigger and brighter, featuring:

Light Up the Park walk

A magical Enchanted Forest sponsored by Friends of Reston

The beloved Santa Experience

Cozy s’mores by the firepit

Delicious food and beverage options

These events wouldn’t be possible without our incredible volunteers. Whether you’re helping with trail cleanups, assisting at the Fall 5K, or supporting Winterfest activities, your time and energy make a lasting impact. There are countless ways to get involved and help make these moments memorable for everyone.

As always, we welcome your ideas for new programs and initiatives. Reston thrives because of your creativity, participation, and community spirit. It’s a great time to Live, Work, Play, and Get Involved in Reston.

Warm regards,

Laura Kowalski

Director of Recreation, CPRP, AFO

2025 RECREATION PASSES ARE STILL AVAILABLE

(valid January 2 – December 31, 2025)

Reston Association recreation passes are your entry to discovering the many amenities that make Reston so special — from our 15 neighborhood pools with splash pads, slides and spas to our picnic areas, tennis and pickleball courts, pavilions and so much more. What’s more, that recreation pass is included with your annual assessment, meaning if you’re an RA member, you have access to all of these amenities at no additional charge. Obtain or renew your recreation pass now to take advantage of all Reston has to offer throughout the year.

TO OBTAIN YOUR FREE RECREATION PASS:

ONLINE

Visit www.reston.org/recreation-passes for more information about how to obtain or renew your pass at no charge. Renewal orders will reactivate your current pass. New passes will be shipped free of charge or can be picked up in our main office during business hours. Renters should provide proof of residency when obtaining or renewing recreation passes.

IN-PERSON

You can also obtain or renew your pass by visiting us in person at Reston Association Headquarters 12001 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA 20191

Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Please visit www.reston.org or call 703-435-6530 for Member Service Office hours

BRING A GUEST

All pass holders may bring guests to the courts and pools. Single guest passes valid for one day must be purchased at the admission desk at any RA pool or with a court monitor at one of the RA tennis/pickleball courts. Rules and regulations on court and pool access can be found by visiting https://www.reston.org/recreation-passes.

passes can be used one at a time or all together. It SAVES you

The Kensington Club

Our Early-Stage Memory Care Program for Assisted Living Residents

The Kensington Reston is a leading senior living provider of best-in-class memory care. Our experience has shown that memory loss is as unique as each resident we serve. Although the progression of change is often predictable, its pace and how it affects individuals are not. So, we address telltale symptoms as early as possible by taking immediate, personalized steps to preserve existing cognitive ability and hopefully, stall or halt further decline.

If you or a loved one is experiencing mild changes in cognition that are interfering with daily life, we invite you to explore The Kensington Club, our specialized early-stage memory care program for assisted living residents. The program focuses on relationship-building and promotes peer support, sensory movement and family participation. Our professionally trained team customizes support that increases condence, comfort and trust in ways that suit each resident best.

— Features of The Kensington Club —

Small-group setting • Brain wellness, cognitive exercises and learning experiences • Expressive arts and music therapies

Body movement programs, such as yoga, tai chi and dance • Volunteerism and intergenerational activities

Journaling, meditation and mindfulness • Outings to local museums, restaurants and parks

Resident and family caregiver support groups • Discussions, educational workshops and guest lectures

AQUATICS FEEDBACK

Please feel free to contact us to share your experiences from this summer. You can email us directly at aquaticsinfo@reston. org or call our Member Services department at 703-435-6530. We appreciate your feedback!

RESTON SWIM TEAM ASSOCIATION (RSTA)

Developmental youth swim league for ages 6-18. Find league information, Winter Swim Program and schedules online at www.rsta.org. or email winterswimcomm@rsta.org for more info.

Want to Receive Your Activities Guide digitally?

Reston Association is testing a pilot program allowing members to opt in to receiving a digital copy only of the quarterly Activities Guide. Interested? Log in to your MemberSuite profile and update your communications preferences.

Wellness Without Compromise

Don’t let the season run you—own it. VIDA Reston Station helps you refresh your goals, routine, and mindset with everything you need in one place.

• Cutting-edge equipment and expert training

• Premium recovery options: sauna, steam room, cold plunge, cryo, red light, IV therapies, and more

• Lounge areas and semi-private meeting spaces perfect for hybrid workdays

• A full-service bar and cafe with healthy food, cocktails, and signature smoothies

• Member perks at Aura spa, Bang Salon, and VIDA Pilates

SCHEDULE

DISCOVER FUN WITH RESTON ASSOCIATION

ALL AGES

Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Trip to the Holiday Music Festival

HOWL-o-ween Party

Reston Association offers a variety of activities for all ages, including local trips, monthly Senior Movie Days, community yard sales, and more. Stay in the know—visit www.reston.org/ events for details on upcoming events. Join our events email list by contacting us at Events@ reston.org or calling 703-4356577. Don’t miss out on exciting opportunities to connect with your community.

Get your pup into costume and join us for a tail-wagging good time at our HOWL-o-ween celebration! Enjoy a fun-filled day with costume contests, music, raﬄes, tasty food, pet care vendors, and more. Interested in being a vendor? Reach out to us at Events@ reston.org. We can’t wait to see you and your furry friends there.

Kick off your holiday season with a chartered bus trip to Constitution Hall and enjoy the festive sounds of the season. This annual concert features the talented musicians of The U.S. Army Band, “Pershing’s Own.” The halls will be decked with holiday cheer, favorite seasonal tunes will fill the air, and you never know which special characters might join in to help celebrate the season.

To learn about the many volunteer opportunities for you to assist with community events or how to join a Reston Association committee, contact Ha@reston.org or call 703-435-6579.

celebrate the season.

your community. you and your furry friends there.

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Sun 1:15 pm - 5:45 pm

Sat 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Bus pickup: RA Headquarters

Brown’s Chapel Park

All Ages

All Ages FREE

Join us for one of Reston’s biggest community yard sales. With 85 families selling a wide variety of items, this is a fantastic opportunity to find bargains on children’s clothes, toys, home essentials, college dorm necessities, and more.

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 27 (RAIN DATE: 9/28) 8:30 AM - 1 PM

Go to www.reston.org/events for details or to register for booth space. Contact Events@reston.org or 703-435-6577 for more info.

Reston,Virginia

We are thrilled to invite you to join the fun in Reston’s premier community event celebrating the magic of the season.

Dec. 4–6, 2025 • 5–9 p.m. Brown’s Chapel Park 1575 Brown’s Chapel Road, Reston, VA 20194

Event Highlights

• Light Up the Park Walk

• Santa Experience

• Enchanted Forest

• Grinch’s Village

• Live Music

• Vendor Village

• Bonfire and S’mores

• Food Trucks and Beverages

Bonus Event - Holiday Open House at Nature House 12/8 • 1-4 p.m. Free event for all ages.

Registration is required by visiting www.reston.org/Winterfest Admission is FREE for RA members.

EVENTS

55+ EVENTS

Ages 55 years and older.

Senior Movie Day

Senior Movie Day, one of Reston Association’s most popular ongoing events, is proud to celebrate its 30th anniversary season in 2025. Senior Movie Day, sponsored by Friends of Reston and in conjunction with LOOK Cinemas in Reston Town Center, offers free screenings of popular films for adults ages 55+ on the fourth Wednesday of each month. No advance registration is required. For additional questions or to become a Senior Movie Day sponsor, contact events@reston. org. To support Senior Movie Day through Friends of Reston, consider a donation.

9/24 Ballad of Wallis Island 10/22 Rear Window 11/19* Casablanca 12/17* Singin’ in the Rain *The third Wednesday of the month due to the holiday.

Doors open at 9:15 am Showtime is at 10:00 am LOOK Cinemas at Reston Town Center Ages: 55+ FREE

Appraisal Roadshow

This event offers a treasure hunt experience in a fun, educational, and rewarding setting. Bring one personal item — such as jewelry, coins, a timepiece, artwork, or other heirlooms— and an appraisal expert will provide insights on its value and what you can do with your treasure, while also educating the group. Registration is required.

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55+ EXCURSIONS

Ages 55 years and older. Reston Association organizes a variety of trips to exciting destinations, including museums, shows, and local attractions. Join us for fun outings to some of the area’s top spots. For upcoming trip dates and details, visit www. reston.org/events or contact us at Events@reston.org or 703435-6577 to join our trip email distribution list.

Join us for the Friends of Reston Fall 5K Fundraiser

Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025

Check-in/Registration at 7 a.m.

Race Begins: 8 a.m. Brown’s Chapel Park (1686 Brown’s Chapel Rd, Reston)

Cost:

$45 Regular (Sept. 1 through Oct. 1)

$50 Late (Oct. 2 through race day)

Sat 10:45 am - 12:00 pm Reston Association Headquarters Ages 16+ $0/$22

Cost: 14 & under

$30 Regular (Sept. 1 through Oct. 1)

$35 Late (Oct. 2 through race day)

All Reston Association Junior programs follow the USTA standards for player development by using a low-compression ball progression that scales court size, racquet size, and type of ball to the age and size of the player. The ROGY (Red, Orange, Green, Yellow).

RED

Red ball is named after the red foam/felt balls that are used for players that are 3-7 years old. Red balls bounce lower and move more slowly through the air, giving beginning players a chance to set up and take a good swing. Courts at this level are 36 feet long and 18 feet wide.

ORANGE

Once comfortable at the red level, players move to the Orange ball. Typically for ages 8-10. Orange balls bounce higher and move faster than the Red balls but lower and slower than the green balls. They are a step toward the traditional Yellow tennis ball while remaining fun and manageable for players learning the game. Courts at this level are 60

GREEN

After Orange, the next level is the green dot. Typically for ages 10-12, the Green ball is very similar to the traditional yellow tennis ball but with a slightly lower compression, so it rebounds lower off the court after a bounce. The Green court is the same dimension as the traditional Yellow court: 78 feet by 27 feet.

YELLOW

The Yellow level is what most people know as traditional tennis. Typically ages 12-adults. The balls, courts and racquets at this level are used in high school, college, adult, and professional levels. The court size is 78 feet by 27 feet.

MUNCHKINS TENNIS

This exciting new format for learning tennis is designed to bring kids into the game by utilizing shorter court dimensions. Specific handeye drills, footwork drills, and games are all tailored to age and size. This is a Red ball class. Kids use a 21” racquet. This is a parent-interactive class. A parent/guardian must be present at each class.

Once a week for four weeks.

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Fri 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm Sat 9:00 am - 9:45 am 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Northshore Tennis Courts

Ages 3-4

$70 $95

ball class. Kids will use up to a 23” racquet. This is a parentinteractive class. A parent/ guardian must be present at each class.

Aces I

Once a week for four weeks.

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Tue 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 10/3-10/25

Fri 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Sat 9:00 am - 10:00 am 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Northshore Tennis Courts

Ages 5-7 $95 $115

Aces II

To be enrolled in Aces II, you must have completed Aces I with instructor approval.

Once a week for four weeks.

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Wed 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 10/3-10/25

Fri 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Sat 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

This exciting new format for learning tennis is designed to bring kids into the game by utilizing specialized equipment, shorter court dimensions and modified scoring — all tailored to age and size. Kids enjoy a fun, motivating introduction to tennis, emphasizing fun and play. It’s the fast, fun way to get kids into tennis and keep them playing. This is a red

Northshore Tennis Courts

Ages 5-7

ORANGE BALL FUTURES

First-Time Orange Ball Futures

This beginner class is geared toward players who are 8-10 years old have never played tennis and are interested in working on the basics. Orange balls are a perfect way to get your young athlete involved in the game of tennis. They travel at half the speed of a standard tennis ball, giving it a lower bounce and making the game more accessible to children 8 to 10 years old. This course will include drills for footwork, shot preparation, and recovery. Players use a 23”-25” racquet.

Once a week for four weeks.

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Sat 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Shadowood Tennis Courts

Ages 8-10 $150 $180

Orange Ball Futures 1

This class is designed for players who have some tennis experience or are moving up from Aces 2. This course will include drills for footwork, shot preparation, recovery and games. Players at this level will need a “2325” racquet.

Once a week for four weeks.

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Fri 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Sat 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Shadowood Tennis Courts

Orange Ball Futures 2

While this course will work on improving basic strokes, the emphasis will be on developing game tactics and strategies for match competition. There will be drills for footwork, shot preparation, and recovery. A third of every lesson will be devoted to match play. Players must complete Orange Ball Futures I and be directed by an instructor before registering for this class. Players at this level will need a 23”-25” racquet.

Once a week for three weeks.

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Thu 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Newbridge Tennis Courts

Ages 8-10 $113 $135

JUNIOR TENNIS

This is RA’s Beginner and Advanced Beginner lessons for ages 10-12. These classes are intended for kids who are still developing their technical abilities and ball recognition skills. Junior Level One uses green dot balls and Junior Level 2 uses yellow balls. Players at this level will need a 25”-27” racquet.

Level One-Green Dot Ball

Twice a week for three weeks.

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Tue & Thu 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Lake Newport Tennis Courts

TEEN TENNIS

Teen 1

Teens ages 13-17 will enjoy tennis with their peers and learn the fundamentals of tennis techniques and strokes. Emphasis is on fun, fitness and play. This class is for players with little or no tennis background. Players at this level must use a 25”29” racquet.

Once a week for four weeks.

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Tue 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Hook Road Tennis Courts

Ages 13-17 $150 $180

The class is designed for students with little or no tennis experience. Players will learn proper grips, footwork patterns and correct swing techniques for forehand, backhand, serve and volleys.

Ages 10-12 $150 $180

Level One-Green Dot Ball

Once a week for four weeks.

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Sat 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Shadowood Tennis Courts

Teen 2

Ages 10-12

$150 $180

This class is designed for teens ages 13-17 who have some tennis experience. This class will focus on learning to keep balls in play, volleys and serves. Games and point play will also be included.

Level Two-Yellow Ball

Once a week for four weeks.

The class will have a heavy emphasis on ball control, hitting over the net with a margin of error and learning to rally and point play.

Once a week for four weeks.

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Wed 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Tue 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

10/18-11/8

Sat 10:30 am -12:00 pm

Shadowood Tennis Courts

Ages 10-12

$150 $180

Hook Road Tennis Courts

Ages 13-17

$150 $180

EXPERIENCE TENNIS & PICKLEBALL

ADULT TENNIS

18 years and older.

Beginners

Introduces the serve, volleys, forehand and backhand strokes, court positions and tennis terms.

Advanced Beginners

Reviews beginners’ strokes with an emphasis on stroke execution. Introduces lob and overhead, scoring and rules. Students must know the basic strokes.

Intermediate

This class is for players who are at the 3.5 level. This class will work on perfecting strokes through drills with an emphasis on consistency, singles and doubles strategy and match play.

Note: We cannot guarantee court preference. On some occasions, classes may be combined at one location, or students may be asked to move from one level to another to maximize their ability for congenial class instruction. Depending on class enrollment, class times may be subject to change.

TWICE A WEEK

Beginners

Twice a week for three weeks.

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Mon & Wed 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Tue & Thu 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Lake Newport Tennis courts

Ages 18+ $155 $180

Advanced Beginners

Twice a week for three weeks.

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Mon & Wed 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Tue & Thu 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Lake Newport Tennis Courts

Ages 18+ $155 $180

Intermediates

Twice a week for three weeks.

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Mon & Wed 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Tue & Thu 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Lake Newport Tennis courts

Ages 18+ $155 $180

TENNIS STROKE OF THE WEEK

ONCE A WEEK

Beginners

Once a week for four weeks.

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Sat 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Uplands Tennis Courts

Ages 18+ $155 $180

Advanced Beginners

Once a week for four weeks.

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Sat 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Uplands Tennis Courts

Ages 18+ $155 $180

Intermediate

Once a week for four weeks.

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Sat 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Uplands Tennis Courts

Ages 18+ $155 $180

Tennis is a captivating sport that requires a solid foundation of fundamental strokes. By mastering some of the basic tennis strokes, which include forehands, backhands, volleys/overheads and serves/ returns, you can elevate your game and improve your technique. These classes are designed for players to improve their strokes. Advanced beginners to intermediate-level players. Instructor Jim Elder is Elite USPTA certified and has been teaching at RA for nearly 3 decades. He is ranked in singles and doubles in over 75 in USTA.

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Week 1: Forehand 10/9

Week 2: Backhand 10/16

Week 3: Volley/Overhead 10/23

Week 4: Serve/Return 10/30

Shadowood Tennis Courts

Ages 18+ $35 $40

PICKLEBALL CLASSES

Intro to Pickleball

This class is for players that are wanting to learn the basics of pickleball. The class introduces pickleball strokes and unique terminology. Students will have a blast learning how to serve, dink, volley, and hit groundstrokes. Paddles are provided for those who need them.

Advanced Beginner Pickleball

Reviews Intro strokes with an emphasis on execution. Students will learn how to execute the third shot drop, lob and overhead strokes. Introduces advanced pickleball rules, scoring and basic strategy. Paddles are not provided for this level.

Intro to Pickleball

Once a week for four weeks.

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Tue 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Lake Newport Tennis Courts

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Sat 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Autumnwood Tennis Courts

Ages 18+ $155 $180

Advanced Beginner

Once a week for four weeks.

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Tue 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Lake Newport Tennis Courts

10/18-11/8

Sat 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Autumnwood Tennis Courts

Ages 18+ $155 $180

JUNIOR PICKLEBALL

Does your child want to learn how to play pickleball? It’s a great sport that is a cross between tennis, badminton, and ping pong. Players will learn the basics: rules, scoring, positioning, and basic strategies. Recommended for new players or players who have started playing but lack formal instruction. Equipment will be provided. Please make sure to wear proper tennis shoes.

PICKLEBALL STROKE OF THE WEEK

Once a week for three weeks.

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Thu 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Lake Newport Tennis

Ages 12-17 $150 $180

Mastering the various strokes in pickleball is crucial for players who aim to improve their game and gain a competitive edge. Each week focuses on key fundamental areas. By understanding and practicing the right techniques, players can enhance their performance and enjoy the game to its fullest. These classes are designed for players to improve their strokes. Advanced beginners to intermediate-level players.

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Week 1: Groundstrokes-Forehand/Backhand 10/15 Week 2: Transitions/Resets 10/22

Week 3: Serving/Returning 10/1,10/29 Week 4: Improve your dink skills 10/8, 11/5

Lake Newport Tennis Courts Ages 18+ $35 $40

Private: $79/hr $84/hr Semi-privates: $45/hr/person $49/hr/person

For more info contact Erin at ekoenig@reston.org.

EXPERIENCE TENNIS & PICKLEBALL

RA TENNIS COURT RULES

Who May Use the Courts

RA members with a valid recreation pass.

Guests must have a guest pass and be accompanied by the host member.

Reston Association instructors are the only people permitted to give lessons on a feepaying basis on RA courts.

Priority of Play

COURT CHANGES ARE MADE ON THE HOUR.

Play is limited to one hour for singles and two hours for doubles when other players are waiting.

Players who use the court for a fraction of an hour must vacate on the hour when others are waiting to play.

Reserving A Court

Players must place a recreation pass or racquet/bag on a hook outside of the gate.

Failure to display either a racquet or recreation pass means court is not reserved.

Players reserving courts must remain courtside while waiting to play.

Players may not reserve courts while playing.

Reston Association may reserve courts for lessons, tournaments, junior activity, league play and court rentals.

Check our online calendar at www.reston. org for each individual tennis court daily reservation.

Rules for Court Use

COURTS ARE TO BE USED FOR TENNIS ONLY.

Players are required to wear tennis shoes when using the courts.

Bicycles, skates, skateboards, baby carriages, playpens, strollers, radios and pets are not allowed on the courts.

Children who are not playing tennis are not allowed on the courts.

Please dispose of trash in proper receptacles.

Rules Enforcement

Reston Association and staff and court monitors will enforce the rules of court play. Failure to adhere to the rules will result in loss of court privileges.

LIGHTED COURTS

The following 26 RA courts are lit until 11 p.m. for night play.

Autumnwood CourtsPickleball play (lights go off at 10 pm)

Glade Clay Courts

Hook Road Courts

Lake Newport Courts

North Hills Clay Courts

Shadowood Courts

PRACTICE WALLS

Colts Neck

Hook Road

TENNIS LESSON GIFT

Tennis gift certificates are available at the Reston Association Tennis Office. Please call 703-435-6502 or visit our website at www. reston.org

TENNIS RATINGS

Reston Association tennis professionals give ratings. Please call 703-435-6502 to arrange a convenient time. These are Reston ratings and apply for play in the Reston Team Tennis League. Ages 18+ $15 $20

Friends of Reston and Reston Association introduce

FRIENDS OF TREES

The Friends of Reston helps with camp scholarships and swimming lessons, environmental initiatives, the Friends of Reston Fall 5K and Winterfest, just to name a few. Friends of Reston also supports Reston’s bench and tree programs.

Friends of Reston and Reston Association introduce

2025 Bench Program

NATURE

WALKER NATURE CENTER

Located at 11450 Glade Drive, the Nature Center provides a variety of educational and fun programs. There is free parking, restroom and trail access from dawn to dusk, 365 days a year.

The 72-acre wooded site features:

1 mile of loop trails

An education building known as Nature House

Pavilion

Picnic tables and trailside benches

A fire ring

Outdoor displays and interpretive signs

Demonstration gardens and meadow

A pond

Little Free Library

The Glade Stream Valley

Snakeden Branch Stream’s entrance to 44-acre Lake Audubon

EVENTS AND PROGRAMS

The Nature Center offers a variety of events and programs throughout the year. Advance registration and payment are required for all programs. Visit www.reston.org/events to register online, or contact naturecenter@reston.org or 703476-9689, ext. 3, for assistance.

Cancellation Policy:

Nature activities may be canceled due to severe weather, severe weather warnings, or low enrollment.

Refund Policy: Refunds are given if we have to cancel for any reason. They are also available if a participant cancels with at least two weeks’ notice.

ALL AGES

All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

Salamanders of Reston

Salamanders are fascinating creatures that can be hard to spot. Discover the species that are common to Reston and where they make their homes. Learn how salamanders are beneficial to our planet. Recommended for ages 5 and older. Register by September 24.

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Turkey Trail

Let’s get moving after your big Thanksgiving meal. Sharpen your skills of logic as you follow clues from a “wild” turkey to see where they lead you. Discover more about these fascinating birds. Register by November 26.

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Sat 11:00 am -12:00 pm

Walker Nature Center

All Ages $6 $8

NATURE HOUSE

11450 Glade Drive, Reston, VA, 703-476-9689

Visit Nature House to:

• Enjoy exhibits and displays.

• View a turtle and snake up close.

• Talk with a naturalist.

• Do an activity or read a nature story in the library.

• Learn about the green features of this LEED Gold building.

HOURS OF OPERATION

Mon., Wed.-Fri. 9 AM -5 PM

Sat. 10 AM -1 PM

Sun. 1-4 PM

Check holiday schedule for closings. (Closed Tuesdays)

Sat 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Walker Nature Center

Ages 5-Adult $6 $8

Winter Wreath Workshop

Creepy Critters Campfire

Get in the Halloween spirit, nature style! Learn about some of nature’s spookiest species around a crackling campfire and enjoy a yummy treat. Park on Soapstone Drive between Glade Drive and Lawyers Road. Register by October 7.

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Fri 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

WNC Fire Ring on Soapstone Drive between Glade Drive & Lawyers Road

All Ages $8 $10

Thanksgiving Centerpieces

Make a beautiful centerpiece or arrangement with dried flowers and grasses and four simple napkin rings for your home at Thanksgiving ($1 per additional ring). All supplies provided. When making reservations, include the number of people in your party and how many arrangements you wish to make. Register by November 19.

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Sat 10:00 am - 11:30 am or 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Walker Nature Center

All Ages $25/centerpiece $30/centerpiece

Start your holiday decorating by making a festive wreath for your home. All supplies provided. When registering, please indicate the number of people in your party and how many wreaths you would like to make. Register by December 3.

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Sat 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Or 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Walker Nature Center

All Ages

$30/wreath

$35/wreath

Winter Night Hike

Crisp nights can be the perfect time to enjoy a woodland hike. Look and listen for nocturnal animals. Gaze at the stars and look at the moon through binoculars. Register by January 6. 106011008 1/9 Fri 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Walker Nature Center

Ages 5-Adult $6 $8

BABES IN THE WOODS

Ages 18 months through 35 months. Children must be accompanied by one adult. Fees are applied per child.

Li’l Pumpkins Halloween Party

Join the Halloween bash that’s perfect for toddlers. Wear your costume on a walk along the trails. Meet a couple of fun characters and a real Corn Snake. Decorate a pumpkin and collect a goody bag to take home. No frights at this fest! Register by October 3.

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Mon 10:00 am - 11:00 am

OR 10/7

Tue 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Walker Nature Center

Ages 18-35 months

$9 $11

What a Hoot

Hoot like an owl and listen to owl calls. Look at owl feathers up close and make an owl craft to take home. Take a short walk to look for owls hidden in the woods. Register by November 14. 406111001 11/17

Mon 10:00 am - 11:00 am

OR 11/18

Tue 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Walker Nature Center

Ages 18-35 months $8 $10

Winter Greens

Although most of the leaves have fallen off the trees, there are still many things that remain green in the winter. Make an evergreen “wreath” and smell the scent of pine. Take a short walk through the woods and look for some winter greens. Register by December 12.

406111001 12/15

Mon 10:00 am - 11:00 am

OR 12/16

Baby, It’s Cold Outside

Even when the temperatures are chilly, it is fun to explore the outdoor world. See pictures of snow and make a snowflake craft. Feel some icicles and look for signs of winter along the trails.

106111001 1/5

Mon 10:00 am - 11:00 am

OR 1/6

Tue 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Walker Nature Center

SAVE THE DATE

Friday, October 24 5:45 pm - 8:45 pm

Saturday, October 25 5:45 pm - 8:45 pm

FEE

$15 $20

Ages 3 to Adult

Children must be accompanied by a registered adult at all times.

PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED

No walk-ins. No refunds unless canceled by Reston Association. You will select a time block when you register.

Tue 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Walker Nature Center

Ages 18-35 months $8

Ages 18-35 months $8 $10

Meet a creative cast of characters, including some real animals, along our nature-themed Trick-or-Treat Trail and inside our decked-out Halloween House. Enjoy hot apple cider, popcorn and games. Participants are encouraged to wear non-scary costumes. This is NOT a horror show or a haunted house but does include sound and light effects.

For more information, call 703-476-9689 and press 3 or email naturecenter@reston.org.

To volunteer, see page 26.

PRESCHOOL HAPPENINGS

Ages 3 to 5 years. Children must be accompanied by one adult. Fees are applied per child.

Animal Skeletons

October is the perfect time to learn about bones! Compare skeletons from an amphibian, reptile, bird, and mammal. Meet a live reptile and learn about its interesting bones. Match animals to their skulls. Search for hidden bones along the trail and make a fun craft to take home. Register by October 15.

406121008 10/18

Sat 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Or 10/21

Tue 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Ages 3-5 $7 $9

Rascal Raccoons

Learn about these adorable animals and where they make their home. Make a raccoon craft and touch real fur. Look at a raccoon skull up close. Search for raccoons and their favorite foods hiding on the trails. Register by November 9.

406121008 11/12

Wed 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Or 11/15

Sat 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Ages 3-5 $7 $9

The Mitten

Where do animals stay on a cold and snowy day? Snuggle in for story time and listen to Jan Brett’s classic book. Make a mitten craft. Weather permitting, bundle up and take a walk to search for animal homes. Register by December 7.

406121008 12/10

Wed 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Or 12/13

Sat 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Ages 3-5 $7 $9

Nighttime Nature PJ Party

Did you know that some animals are just waking up when it’s time for you to go to bed? Learn which animals roam at night and how they find their way in the dark. Come dressed in your pajamas as we discover the fascinating world of nocturnal creatures. Bring a favorite stuffed animal and enjoy a bedtime snack while listening to a story. Make an animal craft to

take home. Register by January 7. 106121008 1/10

Sat 10:30 am - 11:30 am Or 1/13

Tue 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Ages 3-5 $8 $10

Planning a Birthday Party?

Bring the kids and the cake to a fun-ﬁlled, creative party at the Nature Center. Thematic parties include a two-and-a-half-hour room rental, party favors and 45 minutes of staff-led activities in our pavilion and on our trails.

Choose from the following themes:

Nature Detectives (Ages 3-7)

Play sensory guessing games, ﬁnd what doesn’t belong on our “unnature” trail and follow clues to solve a mystery animal’s trail. Favors include a magnifying hand lens, a mini-notebook and a pencil. The birthday child receives an Earl the Squirrel stuffed toy.

Dinosaurs (Ages 3-9)

Uncover bones and shells like a paleontologist and make fossil imprints in clay. Go on a dinosaur egg hunt that leads to a nest full of eggs. Favors include a dinosaur egg, a dinosaur tattoo and a fossil imprint. The birthday child receives a dinosaur coloring book or sticker book.

Nature Crafts (Ages 3-12)

Learn new skills and nature facts. Younger kids make bug boxes, clay insects and wildlife masks/ puppets. Older kids make leather crafts, bird feeders and beaded accessories.

HOW TO BOOK

• Parties may be booked up to three months in advance.

• Weekend dates are limited and fill quickly.

• Consider a weekday afternoon or evening party.

• Maximum 15 children per party.

$225/RA Member, $250/Non-member

For more info, please call 703-476-9689 and press 3 or email naturecenter@reston.org.

Critter Caboodle Workshop

Mushrooms of Reston

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1 - 4 PM

All Ages

Free

Rain or Shine

406011303

No registration required.

Catch the holiday spirit.

Enjoy:

Live holiday music and hot cocoa

Gingerbread Creations Contest

Ornament making and reindeer games

Winter Storybook Trail and Woodland Tomte Trail

Nature Center gift items for sale

Photos with our mascots, Earl the Squirrel and Myrtle the Turtle

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

STEAM Workshop — Halloween Science!

Kick off the Halloween season with spooky and fun science experiments and art projects.

Just how far can you catapult your candy pumpkin? Design a ghost rocket and watch it fly through the air. How big can the expanding balloon ghost get? Make a spider craft and enjoy a Halloween treat. Learn about bats and other nocturnal animals. Register by October 17 for this drop-off program.

406131015 10/20

Mon 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Ages 6-12 $11 $13

Try your hand at making a set of adorable woodland critters out of natural materials. These charming little animals make delightful decorations and gifts. All supplies provided. Children must be accompanied by one adult. Fees are applied per child. Register by December 17.

406011012 12/20

Sat 10:30 am - 11:30 pm

Walker Nature Center

Ages 5-12 $10 $12

STEAM Workshop — Geology Rocks!

Study a cool rock collection and learn how different types of rocks form. Observe rocks under a microscope and draw them. Create layers of the Earth with colorful Play-Doh. Explore the trails in search of quartz revealed through erosion. Make a cool art project with rocks. Register for this dropoff program by January 27.

106131012 1/30

Fri 9:30 am - 12:00 pm

Kids’ Candle-Making Workshop

Bring a little glow to your winter. Learn where wax comes from and discover how candles are made.

Dip a pair of candles and decorate a pillar candle with natural materials. Keep your candles or give them as gifts. All supplies provided. Children must be accompanied by one adult. Fees are applied per child. Register by December 15.

406131012 12/18

Thu 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Walker Nature Center

Ages 6-12 $12 $16

Ages 6-12

ADULT PROGRAMS

Birding Occoquan Bay

We’ll drive! Explore Occoquan Bay in search of fall migrants. The refuge’s grasslands, freshwater tidal marshes, and bottomland forests are home to many interesting year-round residents. There will be approximately 2-3 miles of walking on gently rolling, unpaved surfaces. Register by September 27.

306201007 9/30

Tue 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Join local mushroom aficionado and all-around “fun-guy” Colin Mills for a presentation on the diversity of Reston’s fungi. Learn about their amazing life cycles, basic identification, and role in the ecosystem. Then, take a mushroom walk along the trails. Register by October 3.

406201008 10/5

Sun 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Walker Nature Center

Stream Monitoring with USGS

The U.S. Geological Survey maintains several monitoring stations in Reston’s streams. Join scientists Brendan Foster and Joao Gallotti on a walk along Snakeden Branch. Discover the importance of stream quality monitoring for safeguarding public health, sustaining aquatic ecosystems, and informing water resource management decisions. The walk will begin at the Nature Center and may involve hiking through uneven terrain. Register by November 3.

406201006 11/6

Thur 10:30 am - 12:00 pm

Adults Free

The Rocks Beneath Our Feet with USGS

Discover the world beneath your feet with U.S. Geological Survey geologist, Mercer Parker. Begin with a basic overview of geology, then head outdoors to look for landforms that can be observed around the trails at the Walker Nature Center. Register by November 5.

406201006 11/8

Sat 10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Adults Free

Adults

$35 $45

NATURE

Bird Walks & Winter Count

Beginning and expert birders are invited to help find birds in some of Reston’s most beautiful natural areas. Pre-registration preferred. In December and January, we encourage you to participate in one of the area’s bird counts.

October Bird Walk — Stratton Woods Park 406201002 10/12

Sun 7:30 am - 10:30 am Park at 2431 Fox Mill Road

Adults Free

November Bird Walk — Twin Branches Nature Trail 406201002 11/9

Sun 7:30 am - 10:30 am Park on Glade Drive near Twin Branches Road

Adults Free

Winter Bird Class — An Introduction

Winter Bird Count

Want to hear more about our programs?

Join us for a half-day annual bird count throughout Reston’s natural areas. Meet local bird experts, learn tips on identification and have fun while helping obtain important information about our feathered friends. Results will be shared electronically after the count. Register by December 31. 106201205 1/3

Sat 7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Walker Nature Center Adults Free

BRUSH CHIPPING

WALKER NATURE CENTER’S ELECTRONIC MAILING LIST

Scan QR code to sign up for our quarterly electronic newsletter, Branching Out.

Use the QR code to subscribe to Branching Out, Walker Nature Center’s quarterly newsletter.

You can email nature questions to naturecenter@reston.org.

Learn the basics of bird identification and how to look and listen for the common birds of Reston. Discover the major groups of birds and the best places to watch for them. Discuss a variety of bird guides, and take home a Checklist of Birds of Reston. Learn how to use eBird and support Reston’s biodiversity projects. Register by December 27. 106201205 12/30 Tue 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Drop off your brush and RA crews will chip it for use on RA open space. Branches should be less than 4 inches in diameter. No grass clippings, dirt, trash, paper, vines, thorns or other debris. Brush may be dropped off at the Central Services Facility (12250 Sunset Hills Road) at any time during the days listed. RA members only. No contractors.

Dates & Sites

Oct. 18-19

Central Services Facility Nov. 15-16

Like us on Facebook at www. facebook.com/walkernaturectr.

Walker Nature Center

Adults Free

Reston’s Oﬃcial

Bird: The Pileated Woodpecker

By Dana Ann Scheurer

16” X 20” Limited Edition Iris Giclee Prints $100 (unframed), At Walker Nature Center, 11450 Glade Drive

The original watercolor is part of the permanent collection at the Walker Nature Center. Scheurer’s works are highly recognizable, including a mural of Reston’s founder, Robert E. Simon, located at Reston Town Center.

Central Services Facility Dec. 13-14

Central Services Facility

Native Shrub & Tree

SALE

Beautiful gardens and healthy woodlands have vibrant shrub, understory and canopy layers. Pre-order some Nature Center favorites and enjoy the savings. Plants will include deer-resistant species. Trees sold as saplings, approx. 2-5 feet tall.

Place orders by Friday, September 26, 5:00 pm Pick up on Saturday, October 4, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Shop online at https://bit.ly/WNCPlantSale or contact naturecenter@reston.org for an order form.

PHOTO BY ED HASS

RENT SPACE AT THE WALKER NATURE CENTER

11450 GLADE DRIVE

Nestled in a 72-acre woodland park with trails, the Nature Center is a beautiful place for small to mid-sized gatherings such as baby showers, birthday parties, scout meetings, business team retreats and community meetings.

Nature House Multipurpose Room

664 square feet of space, capacity of 60 people, seats 40 people with tables and chairs. Parking and restroom access.

RA member or Reston not-for-profit fee

Non-members or non-Reston not-for-profit fee

For-profit/corporate fee

Nature Center Pavilion

$50/hour

$75/hour

$100/hour

576-square-foot pavilion with 3 standard picnic tables, 1 ADA picnic table and bench seating in a beautiful, woodland setting. Capacity 40 people. Parking and restroom access.

RA member or Reston not-for-profit fee

Non-members or non-Reston not-for-profit fee

For-profit/corporate fee

Fire Ring

$35/hour

$50/hour

$70/hour

Fire pit in a woodland setting with bench seating, small pavilion and four picnic tables. Capacity 40 people. Roadside parking. No restroom. Renters must supply their wood and water to extinguish the fire.

RA member or Reston not-for-profit fee

Non-members or non-Reston not-for-profit fee

For-profit/corporate fee

$25/hour

$35/hour

$50/hour

For details and reservations, contact naturecenter@reston.org or 703-476-9689 ext. 3.

WINTER BREAK CAMP 2025

Dec. 22, 23, 29, 30, 31 and Jan. 2 (daily option)

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Ages 5-12

Brown’s Chapel facility

$80/RA Member

$90/Non-member

CAMP 2026 REGISTRATION

RA Member: Monday, January 26 at 8:30 a.m.

Non-member: Monday, February 2 at 8:30 a.m.

A sincere thank you to Friends of Reston. We’re incredibly grateful for your continued support nad partnership throughout camp. We look forward to more summers of fun together.

EOE and Drug-Free Employer. Reston Association is seeking staff for our 2026 summer camp.

Make a positive impact in a child’s life

Be a strong role model

Spend your summer outdoors

Ideal job for teachers, college and high school students

Free RA pool and tennis pass

JOIN VOLUNTEER RESTON

Volunteer Reston (VR), housed under the Reston Association, is a network of community members who come together to complete various projects to improve our surroundings and bring the Reston community together.

Our mission is to enhance Reston Association’s services and programs by matching the varied talents of individuals and groups of all ages, interests and skills to a variety of engaging projects and endeavors.

CORPORATE DAY OF SERVICE

The VR Corporate Volunteer Program offers corporations expertise in community service by creating customized, hands-on group volunteer projects that complement team-building, leadership development, and philanthropy initiatives. Through this program, Reston Association staff will fully develop and coordinate all aspects of your company’s community service volunteer project.

NEED SERVICE HOURS FOR SCHOOL?

Many students in Reston and the surrounding areas are required to complete a specific number of community service hours as part of their course or school requirements. Volunteer Reston is a great way to fulfill these hours. Students may be able to finish their service hours by handling shifts at community events, environmental projects, monthly service projects and community cleanups. This also includes scouting organizations that need to complete a community service project.

Contact us to get involved by sharing your talents and skills with others; we can always use a helping hand at our community events, environmental projects and events at the Nature Center. We understand that people have different availabilities, so you can serve in an ongoing position or just serve at a onetime event.

ENVIRONMENTAL OPPORTUNITIES

Invasive Species Removal Workdays

This removal opportunity involves removing invasive species and non-native plants throughout our natural areas, allowing native plants to thrive. We’ll provide tools, like loppers and weed wrenches, or you can bring your own. This project is rewarding for individuals or groups, including kids 13 years old or younger, if accompanied by a parent or guardian.

For All Workdays: Training provided onsite. Gloves & tools

provided. Volunteers must pre-register.

Dates & Locations:

Saturday, Oct. 21, Vantage Hill Natural Area

Saturday, Nov. 22, Lake Newport Soccer Field Natural Area

Fall Cleanup

Saturday, October 4

Join the Reston Association on October 4 for the annual fall cleanup in partnership with Clean Virginia Waterways. Volunteer groups or a primary contact can meet at the ‘pitstop’ at Central Services Facility, 12250 Sunset Hills Road,

Reston, between 9 a.m. and noon to pick up supplies and learn more about the harmful impacts of litter. From there, individuals and groups can proceed to their designated cleanup location.

This event is perfect for community groups, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, church groups, families, individuals, or students looking for volunteer hours.

Reston Association will provide gloves, grabbers, and trash bags for all volunteers. For more information or to register, email ha@reston.org.

Stream Monitoring Program

Age Requirement: All ages are welcome. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

RA welcomes new volunteers to assist with stream monitoring at several locations throughout Reston. Get involved with a small team during all seasons to collect data and identify insects to assess the health of Reston’s streams, or attend a one-time stream monitoring workshop to learn about the program. Not only do you get to learn about Reston’s streams, but it also provides an opportunity to make new friends. Our program utilizes the Virginia Save Our Streams (VA SOS) method of assessing the water quality in a stream. Based on the type and diversity of aquatic insects found in the stream, you will be able to assess the ecological conditions of the stream. This is known as biological monitoring and is recognized nationally as a reliable indicator of water quality.

If interested, join our volunteer monitor email distribution list to receive notices of upcoming

monitoring dates. Email watershed@reston.org with the message “add me to the stream monitors list” to begin receiving emails.

Upcoming Sessions:

Sept. 27, 1-4 p.m., Campfire Ring

Oct. 20, 1-4 p.m., Tall Oaks

Oct. 26, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Becontree Lane

Nov. 4, 1-4 p.m., DR-27 behind Unitarian Church

FRIENDS OF RESTON FALL 5K

Sunday, October 5

Brown’s Chapel Park

Join us for the Friends of Reston Fall 5K Fundraiser. Friends of Reston is a 501 (c) (3) organization that performs scientific, educational and charitable projects in support of Reston Association. Some of our community projects include park improvements, camp and tennis scholarships, environmental education and natural areas restoration. All proceeds from this event support the Friends of Reston’s youth scholarships and enrichment fund. Join us for a fun morning.

Volunteer Hours: 7:30-10 a.m.

Volunteer Orientation: Oct. 4, 11 a.m. at Brown’s Chapel Park Volunteers will receive an event volunteer t-shirt and morning snacks.

Age Requirement: Must be 13 years old to volunteer. Volunteers under the age of 13 can volunteer with an adult 18+.

Volunteer Position: Course Marshal volunteers are responsible for ensuring runners and walkers are safe and are heading in the right direction during their time on the course. The time commitment of from 7:30-10 a.m.

HALLOWEEN HOUSE AND TRICKOR-TREAT TRAIL

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Friday, October 24

Saturday, October 25

Walker Nature Center, 11450 Glade Drive, Reston, VA

This is not a horror show or a haunted house. More fun and wow. Be part of a creative cast of characters.

Volunteer Time: 5-9:30 p.m. (must stay the whole time)

Volunteer Orientation: Oct. 15 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Walker Nature Center.

Age Requirement: We are looking for committed volunteers who will represent the event in a positive way and have a true desire to support the Nature Center. Adults and high school-age students are invited to volunteer. Volunteers must be 15 or older to be trail characters and 13-15 years old can volunteer with a parent at a games, crafts or refreshment stations.

We have a variety of different positions to work in. There is more information below about the different volunteer opportunities.

Volunteer Position: Trail Characters — Show your Halloween spirit by dressing up in a costume provided by the Nature Center and passing out treats to the kids at a themed station along the trail. You will be given key talking points to help you get in character. Must be 15+.

Crafts — Assist children with hands-on crafts.

Games — Assist children with carnival games. Your main task will be to run the game and pass out candy after a kid plays a game. Game volunteers can expect to be outdoors all night and on their feet most of the night.

Mascot — Kids love the Nature Center mascots; we need volunteers to wear these head-to-toe, furry costumes. Mascots need excellent people skills and should be able to animate their character without talking.

Mascot Escort — Volunteer to help mascots get into costume and escort them around the event.

WINTERFEST

December 4 - 6

Brown’s Chapel Park, 1575 Brown’s Chapel Road, Reston

Winterfest is back this year. The event is free for all Reston Association members and volunteers. This three-day event will feature a ‘Light up the Park’ walk, a Santa Experience, an ‘Enchanted Forest’ filled with decorated trees from the community, live performances, local shopping vendors, firepits and s’mores, a pop-up bar and so much more. It’s really going to be a wonderful event for the entire family.

Event Highlights:

Light up the Park Walk

Santa Experience

Enchanted Forest

Grinch Village

Live Musical Performances

Food & Beverages

Fire Pits with S’mores

Volunteer With Us

There are multiple ways you can assist the festival, from helping with set up to selling merchandise. Winterfest is open to volunteers over the age of 15; volunteers 13-15 of age can volunteer with an adult chaperone. High school students are encouraged to participate and earn hours toward their community service involvement component.

Volunteer Hours: Varies, but most will be 4:30-9:30 p.m. Volunteer should commit to 1 or more days.

Volunteer for:

Set-up Team

(Dec. 3 from 11:30 a.m.-5 p.m.) Assist staff setting up Winterfest

Breakdown Team

(Dec. 4-6 from 8:30-10:30 p.m.) Assist staff break down event

Costumed Character

(Dec. 4-6 from 5-9:30 p.m.) Dress up in costume in the Grinch Village.

Event Assistant

(Dec. 4-6 from 4:30-9:30 p.m.) Assist staff where needed throughout the event.

Merchandise Sales

(Dec. 4-6 from 4:309:30.p.m.) Selling holiday merchandise

Santa Experience (Dec. 4-6 from 4:30-9:30 p.m.) Assist staff inside Lake House with hands-on crafts and much more.

To volunteer for these opportunities, log into VicNet to self-register. If you don’t have a VicNet account, contact ha@ reston.org.

For more information on these upcoming volunteer opportunities, please contact Ha Brock, Volunteer Reston Manager, at ha @reston.org or call 703-435-7986.

FACILITY MAP

INFO & RESOURCES | GUIDELINES | FACILITIES | MAP

AUTUMNWOOD POOL (1) 11950 WALNUT BRANCH ROAD

AUTUMNWOOD

TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL COURTS (1) 11950 WALNUT BRANCH ROAD

BARTON HILL

TENNIS COURTS (2)

SUNRISE VALLEY DRIVE/BARTON HILL ROAD

COLTS NECK TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL COURTS(3) COLTS NECK ROAD

BROWN’S CHAPEL PARK (4) 1575 BROWN’S CHAPEL ROAD

DOGWOOD POOL (5) 2460 GREEN RANGE ROAD

GLADE POOL AND COMMUNITY BUILDING (6) 11550 GLADE DRIVE

GLADE

TENNIS COURTS (6) 11550 GLADE DRIVE

GOLF COURSE ISLAND POOL AND PAVILION (7) 11301 LINKS DRIVE

HOOK ROAD

TENNIS COURTS (8) FAIRWAY DRIVE /HOOK RO AD

HUNTERS WOODS

PICNIC PAVILION (9) STEEPLECHASE DRIVE

HUNTERS WOODS POOL (10) 2501 RESTON PARKWAY

LAKE ANNE TENNIS COURTS (11) 11301 NOR TH SHORE DRIVE

LAKE ANNE

PICNIC PAVILION (11) 11301 NOR TH SHORE DRIVE

LAKE AUDUBON POOL (12) 2070 TWIN BR ANCHES RO AD

LAKE NEWPORT POOL (13) 11601 LAKE NE WPORT ROAD

LAKE NEWPORT

TENNIS COURTS (14) 11452 BARON C AMERON AVENUE

LAKE THOREAU POOL (15) 2040 UPPER LAKES DRIVE

NEWBRIDGE POOL (16) 11768 GOLF COURSE SQUARE

NEWBRIDGE

TENNIS COURTS (16) 11718 GOLF COURSE SQUARE

NORTH HILLS

PICNIC PAVILION (17) 1325 NOR TH VILLAGE RO AD

NORTH HILLS POOL (17) 1325

NORTH HILLS

TENNIS COURTS (17) 1325 NOR TH VILLAGE RO AD

NORTH SHORE POOL (18) 11515 NOR TH SHORE DRIVE

NORTH SHORE QUICKSTART 36 FT

TENNIS COURTS (18) 11515 NOR TH SHORE DRIVE

POLO FIELDS RECREATION AREA (19) THUNDER CHASE DRIVE

PONY BARN PICNIC PAVILION (20) TRIPLE CROWN/STEEPLECHASE DRIVE

RESTON ASSOCIATION CENTRAL SERVICES FACILITY (21) 12250 SUNSET HILLS ROAD 703-437-7658

RESTON ASSOCIATION HEADQUARTERS (22) 12001 SUNRISE VALLEY DRIVE 703-435-6530

RIDGE HEIGHTS POOL (23) 11400 RIDGE HEIGHT S RO AD

SHADOWOOD POOL (24) 2201 SPRINGWOOD DRIVE

SHADOWOOD TENNIS COURTS (24) 2201 SPRINGWOOD DRIVE

TALL OAKS POOL (25) 12025 NOR TH SHORE DRIVE

TEMPORARY ROAD

PICNIC PAVILION (26)

TEMPORARY ROAD/NORTH SHORE DRIVE

THE L AKE HOUSE (27) 11450 BARON C AME RON A VENUE

UPLANDS POOL (28) 11032 RING ROAD

UPLANDS TENNIS COURTS (28) 11032 RING R OAD

UPPER LAKE TENNIS COURTS (29) UPPER LAKE DRIVE /SUNRISE VALLEY DRIVE

WALKER NATURE CENTER (30) 11450 GLADE DRIVE 703-476-9689

WALKER NATURE CENTER CAMPFIRE RING (31) SOAPSTONE DRIVE/LAWYERS ROAD

Reston

PICNIC PAVILION

Plan outdoor private parties or weddings, group and corporate gatherings or family picnics at one of our seven affordable pavilions. Available for rent seven days a week from April through October. Pavilion access is dawn to dusk.* *lighted facilities open until 10pm*

To search for availability, go to www.reston.org and click on the Facility Rentals.

Contact Member Services: reservations@reston.org or 703-435-6530

Full Day Rental Fees: $100 $250

Dogwood (Lighted facility till 10 p.m.)

2460 Green Range Drive

Size: 1,200 square feet

Spray and play water feature available April through October

Four picnic tables and a large built-in grill

Features ADA-accessible parking lot and picnic pavilion area

Parking shared with pool facility or at curbside

Restrooms available April-October

Lighted Facility (access until 10 p.m.)

WALKER NATURE CENTER

Pavilion

11450 Glade Drive

Size: 576 sq. ft.

3 regular picnic tables and 1 ADA picnic table

Additional bench seating

Electricity and lights

Beautiful woodland setting

North Hills (Lighted facility till 10 p.m.)

Center Harbor Road and North Village Road

Size: 1,024 square feet

Nine picnic tables under cover and 2 large grills (one ada accessible)

ADA accessible Portable Restrooms

Electricity, water, lights, and a water fountain

Tot lot, ample parking and green space

Parking available in lot and curbside.

ADA accessible, including parking

No grill. No amplified music.

$35/hr. $75/hr. For profit/corporate fee: $100/hr.

Pony Barn

Corner of Steeplechase Drive and Triple Crown Road

Size: 2,006 square feet

Ten picnic tables (two ADA picnic tables) and one small grill

Two portable restrooms (ADA accessible)

Parking available in 9 spaces or at curbside (one accessible parking space)

ADA water fountain

Wood-chipped tot lot equipped with swings

Golf Course Island

North Shore Drive and Links Drive

Size: 775 feet

Four picnic tables and one grill

Parklike setting with tot lot and a playground, both equipped with swings

Near a basketball court, trail, and plenty of open space

Pool restrooms available during open pool hours (Pool access is not included in pavilion reservation.)

Fire Ring

Soapstone Drive between Glade Drive and Lawyers Road

Located in the woodlands of the Walker Nature Center, the fire ring is a great place for comradery and s’mores. Renters supply their own wood and water to extinguish the fire.

Temporary Road

Corner of North Shore Drive and Temporary Road

Size: 892 square feet

Seven picnic tables and two small grills

Two portable restrooms

Parking available in 16 spaces or at curbside

Water fountain

Four benches and a swing set situated throughout the park

Large, level field excellent for group activities

Hunters Woods

Corner of Steeplechase Drive and Reston Parkway

Size: 842 square feet

Four picnic tables (two are ADAaccessible) and one grill

Ample parking shared with pool facility or at Hunters Woods Park

Pool restrooms available during open pool hours (Pool access is not included in pavilion reservation.)

Nearby basketball court, tot lot, and trail

Bench seating

3 picnic tables

Small shelter

Curbside parking

No restrooms

$25/hr. $35/hr. For profit/corporate fee: $50/hr. Contact 703-476-9689 ext 3 or naturecenter@reston.org

Lake Anne (Lighted facility till 10 p.m.)

11301 North Shore Drive

Size: 900 square feet

Water spray fountain

Seven picnic tables, one large grill and one small

Restroom facility

Water and electricity

Tot lot, benches, trail, and ample parking, including curbside

Nearby basketball and volleyball courts not included in reservation

Half-day Rental Fee: $60 $145

7 a.m.-1.p.m. or 3-10 p.m.

FACILITY RENTALS

RA COMMUNITY BUILDINGS

Rent one of our indoor venues for your next event. Facilities are available to rent seven days a week. RA members in good standing are given priority in all facility rental requests.

To search for availability, go to www.reston.org and click on the Facility Rentals.

Contact Member Services: reservations@reston.org or 703-435-6530

Brown’s Chapel

1575 Brown’s Chapel Road

Size: 914 square feet

A very cozy and affordable facility close to home. Its tall ceilings provide excellent acoustics, and its park-like grounds offer a lovely setting. The facility has chairs to seat 50 people, three tables, restroom facilities, heating, air conditioning and ample parking.

Rental Fees: $50 $100

The Lake House

11450 Baron Cameron Avenue

Size: 1,490 square feet

The Lake House is Reston Association’s community building on Lake Newport. It is available for members and non-members year round.

Rates: $150 - $300 per hour.

Ask us about our Wedding Package, including Brown’s Chapel.

Nature House

11450 Glade Drive

Size: 664 square feet

Located at the 72-acre Walker Nature Center, the multipurpose room has a capacity of 60 people standing and 40 people seated. The facility is equipped with nine 6-foot tables, 60 folding chairs, restrooms, heat/air conditioning, microwave, sinks and serving counter. There are 23 parking spaces, plus additional curbside parking. Fully accessible with

Available for:

Small to mid-sized weddings, engagement parties

Milestone birthday and anniversary parties

Family holiday gatherings

Corporate retreats and holiday parties

Private functions

Workshops, classes and conferences

ADA parking

beautiful trails and pond for guests to enjoy. Optional adjacent pavilion rental. No DJs or loud music.

For Walker Nature Center reservations, contact naturecenter@reston.org 703-476-9689 ext. 3.

or Reston not-for-profit: $50/hr. or non-Reston not-for-profit: $100/hr. For profit/corporate: $100/hr.

Glade Room

11550 Glade Drive

Size: 881 square feet

This facility is equipped with chairs to seat 75 people, four tables, restroom facilities, heating and air conditioning. Enjoy nearby facilities such as tennis courts, tot lot, and the Glade Pool.

Rental Fees: $50 $100

Conference Center

12001 Sunrise Valley Drive

Size: 3 rooms, 832 square feet/room

Rooms can be combined for seating up to 80 guests.

Audio visual options & wireless internet

Corporate events

Community meetings

Workshops and conferences

Training programs

ADA parking, restrooms and doors