Ancient Plants Sketch Hike
(12-Adult) Huntley’s forests are home to certain plants whose ancestors have been with us since dinosaur times. Join artist and naturalist, Margaret Wohler, to learn about and sketch the ferns, moss and their allies on a 1.5 mile walk (flat terrain). A complimentary field sketch book and drawing materials included, courtesy of the RunningBrooke Fund.
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187.BQYU |
Huntley Meadows Park |
05/18/2024 - 05/18/2024
Sat : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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12 to 99 Years |
4
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01/30/2024 to 05/17/2024 |
Animals: Zoology Fun for Kids (4-6 yrs.)
(4-6 yrs.) Explore the woods, creeks and ponds as we look for all sorts of critters. Learn about frogs, toads, birds, mammals, snakes, turtles, fish and insects through hikes, projects and games. Have lots of fun learning about animal life science. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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C76.KYJB |
Huntley Meadows Park |
06/10/2024 - 06/14/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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4 to 6 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 06/14/2024 |
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C76.RWFC |
Huntley Meadows Park |
07/08/2024 - 07/12/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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4 to 6 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 07/12/2024 |
Animals: Zoology Fun for Kids (6-11 yrs.)
(6-11 yrs.) Explore the woods, creeks and ponds as we look for all sorts of critters. Learn about frogs, toads, birds, mammals, snakes, turtles, fish and insects through hikes, projects and games. Have lots of fun learning about animal life science. No camp June 19. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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171.58E7 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
06/17/2024 - 06/21/2024
Mon Tue Thu Fri : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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6 to 11 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 06/21/2024 |
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171.E2FL |
Huntley Meadows Park |
07/22/2024 - 07/26/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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6 to 11 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 07/26/2024 |
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171.RT99 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
08/05/2024 - 08/09/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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6 to 11 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 08/09/2024 |
Art Merit Badge
This program satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. Scouts must complete all prework before the start of class. Pre-work and program details available at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/scouts. Scouts unable to complete all requirements may receive partial credit from their merit badge counselor.
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3DD.QYQW |
Huntley Meadows Park |
05/11/2024 - 05/11/2024
Sat : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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10 to 18 Years |
5
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01/30/2024 to 05/08/2024 |
Bat Night
(6-Adult) Join a naturalist to discover the facts, fiction and folklore about nature’s only true flying mammal- bats! We will set the record straight about these incredible but often-misunderstood group of animals. The program will start with a presentation followed by a night walk where we will use a special acoustic device to listen for and identify bat calls not heard with the human ear.
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5B9.6689 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
Sat, 05/11/2024 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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6 to 99 Years |
None
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01/30/2024 to 05/08/2024 |
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5B9.K8G6 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
Fri, 05/24/2024 7:45 PM - 9:15 PM
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6 to 99 Years |
None
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01/30/2024 to 05/21/2024 |
Bear Adventure - Paws for Action
Bear Adventure:Paws for Action
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By Request - Moak |
Huntley Meadows Park |
04/14/2024 - 04/14/2024
Sun : 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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7 to 10 Years |
None
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01/30/2024 to 04/14/2024 |
Birding for Beginners (12-Adult)
(12-Adult) Learn about the park's birds and some basic identification skills. This program for beginners starts with a bird identification discussion. Children age 12 to 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult.
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A4F.14EZ |
Huntley Meadows Park |
04/21/2024 - 04/21/2024
Sun : 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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12 to 100 Years |
14
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01/30/2024 to 04/18/2024 |
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A4F.NHUZ |
Huntley Meadows Park |
05/19/2024 - 05/19/2024
Sun : 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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12 to 100 Years |
9
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01/30/2024 to 05/16/2024 |
Catch a Critter!
(4-Adult) Grab a net and join us for a special day with a park scientist to see, touch, and study wetland creatures up close and personal. Use magnifying lenses to study their unique characteristics. This rare opportunity to dip-net in the wetland is possible through the guidance of our park naturalists.
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F81.MJTO |
Huntley Meadows Park |
Wed, 04/10/2024 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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4 to 99 Years |
None
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01/30/2024 to 04/07/2024 |
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F81.EU19 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
Sun, 05/12/2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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4 to 99 Years |
None
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01/30/2024 to 05/08/2024 |
DGS-Outdoor Art Maker
Satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. See site’s website for details.
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437.9U2K |
Huntley Meadows Park |
Sat, 05/18/2024 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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5 to 7 Years |
16
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01/30/2024 to 04/16/2024 |
Eco-Engineer Experts (6-11yrs)-spring
(6-11 yrs.) Builders, inventors and experimenters wanted! Join our naturalist as we explore the great outdoors. Use nature’s engineers (honeybees, beavers, birds and plants) as inspiration to create inventions that blend in, float or fly. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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UI3.MPY1 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
04/01/2024 - 04/02/2024
Mon Tue : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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6 to 11 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 04/02/2024 |
Eco-Engineers Camp (6-11 yrs.)
(6-11 yrs.) Builders, inventors and experimenters wanted! Join our park naturalists as we search for inspiration from nature’s engineers- honeybees, beavers, birds and plants. Test out different materials to create things that blend in, shelter, float or fly. Explore the great outdoors using nature as inspiration to create your own inventions. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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RU3.4GMB |
Huntley Meadows Park |
08/12/2024 - 08/16/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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6 to 11 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 08/16/2024 |
Environmental Science Merit Badge
This program satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. Scouts must complete all prework before the start of class. Pre-work and program details available at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/scouts. Scouts unable to complete all requirements may receive partial credit from their merit badge counselor.
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FFA.PMAJ |
Huntley Meadows Park |
04/27/2024 - 04/27/2024
Sat : 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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10 to 17 Years |
3
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01/30/2024 to 04/24/2024 |
Evening Woodcock Walk
(Adults) Take an evening stroll through the forest to one of the park's largest meadows. Listen for the call of the male woodcock and hopefully see his amazing courtship dance and flight. Bring a flashlight. Approximately 1.5 mile walk on uneven terrain. Canceled if it rains. Meets at the South Kings Highway entrance to the park.
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2C7.9H3N |
Huntley Meadows Park |
03/30/2024 - 03/30/2024
Sat : 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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18 to 99 Years |
None
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01/30/2024 to 03/27/2024 |
First Aid Merit Badge
This program satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. Scouts must complete all prework before the start of class. Pre-work and program details available at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/scouts. Scouts unable to complete all requirements may receive partial credit from their merit badge counselor.
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869.5BEN |
Huntley Meadows Park |
03/30/2024 - 03/30/2024
Sat : 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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10 to 17 Years |
None
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01/30/2024 to 03/27/2024 |
Forces of Nature (6-9 yrs.)
(6-9 yrs.) Plants, animals and sun, all are forces in nature. How does weather impact the earth? What is the roll of plants as a natural force? What animals change their environment? Learn the answers and more with experiments, science tools and games. No camp June 19. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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557.HEED |
Huntley Meadows Park |
06/24/2024 - 06/28/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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6 to 9 Years |
2
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01/23/2024 to 06/28/2024 |
Homeschool Science - Introduction to Mammalogy
(6-12 yrs.) Join park naturalists to study the branch of biology that studies and observes mammals. Learn how mammals interact with their habitats, other wildlife, and their contributions to the ecosystem. We will also discuss anatomy and physiology. Use scientific instruments to enhance your observation skills. Examine preserved specimens followed by outdoor exploration into their natural habitat.
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BM2.G2YN |
Huntley Meadows Park |
04/22/2024 - 04/22/2024
Mon : 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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6 to 12 Years |
None
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01/30/2024 to 04/17/2024 |
Homeschool Science-Wetlands are a Natural Treasure
(6-12 yrs.) What environmental factors need to come together to create a wetland habitat? Join us as we learn about this regionally rare habitat and discuss the importance of wetlands to wildlife and people and how we can protect them. Indoor discussion followed by a guided park tour. We use exploration, observation and lab skills to explore this topic.
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B8F.1L7E |
Huntley Meadows Park |
05/17/2024 - 05/17/2024
Fri : 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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6 to 12 Years |
4
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01/30/2024 to 05/13/2024 |
Nature Detectives (3-5 yrs)
(3-5 yrs) During this naturalist-led class, children and parents get the opportunity to explore the natural world through hikes, stories, songs, crafts and other hands-on activities. $5 cash supply fee payable at first class.
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875.3M5I |
Huntley Meadows Park |
04/03/2024 - 05/08/2024
Wed : 10:00 AM - 11:25 AM
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3 to 5 Years |
9
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01/30/2024 to 04/02/2024 |
Nature Drawing (Adults)
(Adults) Join local naturalist and artist Margaret Wohler on the trails to learn about and draw the plants and animals that live in Huntley Meadows Park. Class focuses on basic drawing skills, color theory, perspective, shading, gesture, contour and realistic rendering. Emphasis is on experience over product. All supplies included.
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205.9FQY |
Huntley Meadows Park |
04/29/2024 - 05/20/2024
Mon : 1:00 PM - 2:25 PM
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18 to 99 Years |
2
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01/30/2024 to 04/25/2024 |
Nature Quest (8-12yrs)
(8-12 yrs.) Join our park naturalists and explore the woods. Learn how to identify plants, run experiments on water samples and complete fun crafts! Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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UZK.LFQK |
Huntley Meadows Park |
07/15/2024 - 07/19/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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8 to 12 Years |
1
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01/23/2024 to 07/19/2024 |
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UZK.XSZK |
Huntley Meadows Park |
08/12/2024 - 08/16/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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8 to 12 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 08/16/2024 |
Reptile Rangers Camp (4-6 yrs.)
(4-6 yrs.) Learn about the cool characteristics of creatures such as snakes, turtles, frogs and other cold-blooded animals. Activities include hikes to the wetland, arts and crafts, games, animal encounters and hands-on activities. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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F61.2R3Y |
Huntley Meadows Park |
07/22/2024 - 07/26/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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4 to 6 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 07/26/2024 |
Science for Homeschoolers (9-12 yrs.)
(9-12 yrs.) Students join a park naturalist to investigate the interrelationship between earth cycles, ecosystems, and plant and animal functions at the cell level. Examine human impact on ecosystem health. Includes hands-on activities, experiments, nature hikes and outdoor exploration. Topics change seasonally.
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YX8.69DK |
Huntley Meadows Park |
04/05/2024 - 05/03/2024
Fri : 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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9 to 12 Years |
11
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01/30/2024 to 04/02/2024 |
Science for Wizards (7-11 yrs.)
(7-11 yrs.) Explore science with this spell-binding camp filled with an array of bewitching lessons and experiments mesmerizing even the most astute sorcerer. Study natural herbs, potion preparations, mythical creatures and more in this outdoor and indoor camp. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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5AC.CUNM |
Huntley Meadows Park |
07/29/2024 - 08/02/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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7 to 11 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 08/02/2024 |
Secrets, Spies, Sputnik and Huntley
(Adults) Take a stroll with us on the less-visited side of the park to uncover the history of spies, espionage and how the Cold War struggle between the US and the USSR shaped Huntley and the Fairfax County we know today. Meets at South King Highway entrance includes a 2.4 mile walk over flat terrain.
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F8B.6PP3 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
04/30/2024 - 04/30/2024
Tue : 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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16 to 99 Years |
10
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01/30/2024 to 04/25/2024 |
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F8B.Y53J |
Huntley Meadows Park |
05/31/2024 - 05/31/2024
Fri : 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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16 to 99 Years |
13
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01/30/2024 to 05/27/2024 |
Spring Ephemerals Sketch Hike
(12-Adult) Join park naturalist and artist Margaret Wohler for a hike focusing on spring wildflowers and learn sketching techniques to enhance your observation skills. Drawing materials included in the cost, courtesy of the RunningBrooke Fund.
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DD3.YC22 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
04/06/2024 - 04/06/2024
Sat : 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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12 to 99 Years |
None
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01/30/2024 to 04/03/2024 |
Symphony of Frogs-Families
(6-Adult) Join a naturalist for a discussion and a guided walk to listen for serenading frogs and toads. Learn the calls of a bull frog, southern leopard frog, green frog, tree frog and American toad.
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5D7.I7O7 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
Sat, 04/27/2024 7:15 PM - 8:45 PM
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6 to 99 Years |
None
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01/30/2024 to 04/24/2024 |
Twilight Boardwalk Stroll
(6-Adult) Join a park naturalist for a guided walk along the forested paths to the wetland and experience the park as it transitions from day into night. Watch and listen for nocturnal residents such as beavers and owls.
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343.VT8Z |
Huntley Meadows Park |
Sat, 05/04/2024 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM
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6 to 100 Years |
11
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01/30/2024 to 05/01/2024 |
Wetland at Dusk Walk
(Adults) Join park naturalists for a relaxing stroll through the park's forest and wetland paths. Look and listen for wildlife settling down or waking up during the transition of day to night.
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F3C.7Y65 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
04/13/2024 - 04/13/2024
Sat : 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
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18 to 99 Years |
15
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01/30/2024 to 04/10/2024 |
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F3C.D9I4 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
05/18/2024 - 05/18/2024
Sat : 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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18 to 99 Years |
9
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01/30/2024 to 05/15/2024 |
Wetlanders Camp (6-11yrs)
(6-11 yrs.) Discover water dynamics and wetland habitats. Explore how the living and non-living interact in a wet ecosystem. Using science tools, experiments and games, find the answer to why water habitats are so important and what makes each kind of wetland unique. No camp June 19. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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YBP.Q6J8 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
06/17/2024 - 06/21/2024
Mon Tue Thu Fri : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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6 to 11 Years |
1
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01/23/2024 to 06/21/2024 |
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YBP.OU47 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
07/29/2024 - 08/02/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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6 to 11 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 08/02/2024 |
Wetlands Awareness Day
(All Ages) Celebrate the significance of Huntley Meadows Park, Fairfax County Park Authority’s premier wetland sanctuary, by discovering the beauty and importance of wetlands during this fun and free event. Bring friends and family to stroll the forested paths and immersive ½ mile boardwalk trail to learn about the plants and animals that live in the park. See live raptors, reptiles and amphibians up close and enjoy interactive displays and activities. Collect a stamp at each station to receive a prize. Rain or shine.
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E29.T8RU |
Huntley Meadows Park |
Sun, 05/05/2024 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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1 to 99 Years |
721
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01/30/2024 to 05/05/2024 |
Wild About Art (6-11 yrs)
(6-11 yrs.) Get outside and explore the wild side of plants and animals through art projects, games, nature hikes and fun critter encounters. Projects and media vary by site, and will include printmaking, painting, and sculpting. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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LCX.ZEHI |
Huntley Meadows Park |
07/15/2024 - 07/19/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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6 to 11 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 07/19/2024 |
Wild About Art (7-10 yrs)
(7-10 yrs.) Get outside and explore the wild side of plants and animals through art projects, games, nature hikes and fun critter encounters. Projects and media vary by site, and will include printmaking, painting, and sculpting. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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3O6.WWJP |
Huntley Meadows Park |
06/24/2024 - 06/28/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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7 to 10 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 06/28/2024 |
Wildlife Rangers (8-11 yrs)
Join our naturalist on outdoor adventures and field studies in nature. Learn about the amazing animal world and the natural sciences. This is for serious nature lovers who don't mind getting dirty. Campers learn outdoor survival skills such as using maps, making fires and building shelter. Experiments, games, activities and observation skills help us explore the many habitats in our parks. Bring snack, lunch and drink. No camp June 19. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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KMS.Y9ML |
Huntley Meadows Park |
07/08/2024 - 07/12/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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8 to 11 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 07/12/2024 |
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KMS.O6PO |
Huntley Meadows Park |
08/05/2024 - 08/09/2024
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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8 to 11 Years |
None
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01/23/2024 to 08/09/2024 |