(5-Adult) Listen to the frogs singing at night and learn how to identify them based on their calls. Program includes a night hike to learn and identify different frog calls and see what other amphibians we can find hiding amongst the shadows.

(6-21 yrs.) This event is designed for participants with Autism and their families to learn about fishing. Learn how to fish together through basic fishing education and a guided fishing opportunity at Burke Lake Park. All equipment is provided. Participants 16 and older must have a valid VA fishing license. Family participation is required.

(9-13 yrs.) Develop archery skills using Olympic-style (recurve) bows. Through focused instruction, learn shooting techniques and attention to detail. Campers also enjoy mini-golf, nature hikes along the lakefront and other outdoor activities. Camp operation is subject to weather and is held at the archery field to the right as you enter the park. No camp July 3.

(13-Adult) Learn archery basics by following the 11 Steps of Success taught in the USA Archery National Training System. Determine your dominate eye, develop your technique using a string bow, and practice international style target shooting using a recurve bow and a compound bow.

(9-15 yrs) Learn archery basics following the 11 Steps of Success taught in the USA Archery National Training System. Determine your dominate eye, develop your technique using a string bow, and practice international style target shooting using a recurve bow and a compound bow.

(13-Adult) Prerequisite: Archery I or equivalent.

(9-12 yrs) Prerequisite: Archery I or equivalent.

This program satisfies all of the requirements to earn the Archery Merit Badge. There is no prework for this program.

(All Ages) Hop into spring fun at Burke Lake Park with Sunny the Bunny. Enjoy a whirl on the carousel, ride the miniature train, get egg-cited with crafts and games and play a round of mini-golf. Amusements tickets are $20 if purchased up to two days before the event and $25 on the day of the event, with limited quantities available. Each person must register, and children under age 2 ride free with a paying adult. Egg Hunt tickets are sold separately. No refunds will be issued once the event has started. For questions, please contact the site directly.

(1-4 yrs.) Hop into spring at Burke Lake Park and get egg-cited for a timed egg hunt. Egg Hunt tickets are $6 if purchased up to two days before the event and will not be available at the door, so don’t miss out. Only children participating in the egg hunt need a ticket, and one parent may accompany each child. Please arrive on time, as space in other time slots cannot be guaranteed. Amusements tickets are sold separately through Parktakes and a limited number may be available the day of the event. No refunds will be issued once the event has started. For questions, please contact the site directly.

(5-7 yrs.) Hop into spring at Burke Lake Park and get egg-cited for a timed egg hunt. Egg Hunt tickets are $6 if purchased up to two days before the event and will not be available at the door, so don’t miss out. Only children participating in the egg hunt need a ticket, and one parent may accompany each child. Please arrive on time, as space in other time slots cannot be guaranteed. Amusements tickets are sold separately through Parktakes and a limited number may be available the day of the event. No refunds will be issued once the event has started. For questions, please contact the site directly.

(1-7 yrs.) Hop into a sensory-friendly spring celebration at Burke Lake Park. This special egg hunt for children ages 1–7 with disabilities offers a quieter space where participants can enjoy the fun at their own pace. Egg Hunt tickets are $6 if purchased up to two days before the event and will not be available at the door. Only children participating need a ticket. Amusements tickets are sold separately through Parktakes, and a limited number may be available the day of the event. No refunds will be issued once the event has started. Egg hunt times are specified at registration. For questions, please contact the site directly.

(4-Adult) Join a naturalist for a night of learning about the beauty of our local bats. It's time to clear these flying mammals' good name and understand how helpful they are to humans. The program will involve not only talking about bats, but also looking and listening for nearby bats.

(4-Adult) Enjoy a hot cup of coffee while you hike with a naturalist and look for birds. The program will begin with a short discussion of the concept of bird-friendly coffee. To reduce waste, please bring your own mug to fill. Tea and hot cocoa options will also be available. 

(4-Adult) Beaks, feathers, nests and talons are examined to explore the avian world that surrounds us. Find out about bird life cycles, migration patterns and adaptations that make these creatures fascinating. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

(5-Adult) Learn about the different methods that can be used to cook over a campfire, as well as what types of food are best prepared using each cooking style. Then, practice building your own cooking fire. Stay for a demonstration and a snack around the campfire.

(5-Adult) Join us for an evening campfire the whole family can enjoy. Explore the wonders of our natural world through nature walks, interactive activities and animal presentations. Includes s’mores. Topics vary by date. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

(3-Adult) Enjoy a stroll along the lake shores and learn about the constellations, their stories and other night-sky features. Our astronomical naturalist will identify the stars and will have some telescopes to use. The program concludes with a campfire. S'mores ingredients provided. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.