(12-Adult) Come learn about how Huntley's amorous amphibians are shaking up the Spring wetland. We will start with a short lesson on amphibian biology and basic drawing skills then hit the boardwalk to sketch the frogs, toads and salamanders that make the park so much noisy fun.

(4-Adult) Learn how the Powhatan Native Americans used the plants and animals you see every day for their medicine, grocery store and clothing. Immerse yourself in a way of life 400 years ago. Grind corn, make a clay pot, master corn darts and go on a guided tour to see the park from the perspective of a Virginia Indian.

(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.

(5-Adult) Enjoy learning about the ancient Earth and start your own collection of fabulous fossils with this family friendly program. We will be handling, studying and drawing Middle Devonian marine fossils (350-400 million years old) and Miocene shells and shark teeth (20 million years old) in beach sediment. You can even keep the fossils you find.

(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.

(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.

(4-Adult) Sip hot cocoa and join a naturalist for a special winter wonder wetland tour after dark. We will look for signs and listen for sounds of beavers, owls, deer and other nocturnal winter animals. Participants are encouraged to bring their own mug to help us reduce waste. Children must be accompanied by registered adult.

(8-15 yrs.) Huntley Meadows Park is starting a birding club. Come along with experienced Naturalists to learn about the wonderful birds that live and thrive in our forests and wetlands. Sketchbook provided for recording your all your observations. This program is offered at no cost, paid for by the Friends of Huntley Meadows Park. Space is limited and registration is required.

(12-Adult) Join artist and naturalist Margaret Wohler to identify the insects, plants and animals who call the meadow home. Come learn about this unique, dynamic and transitional habitat. All art materials provided.

(6-12 yrs.) Get wood, build a shelter, find food, and survive the monsters! Learn to take your Minecraft skills out into the real world with this adventurous program.

(6-Adult) Shake off the winter blues as we welcome the first day of spring with a stroll through the park during sun set. We will look for signs of springs awakening as we explore the forest and wetland habitats.

(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.

(12-Adult) Drawing water can be made a little less tricky by learning a few techniques. Rippled, still or running, we will learn all about how water behaves. Join artist and naturalist Margaret Wohler to learn how to draw this surface that is both transparent and reflective. All art materials provided.

(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.

(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 half 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.