(8-11 yrs.) See how the park’s geology is affected by the hydrology of the Pohick Creek which runs through it. Explore both the aquatic and terrestrial environs as campers learn what rocks/minerals, fish, and plants call this home. This camp has a very active field study approach with hands-on learning in the natural setting. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(3-Adult) It's dinner time at the nature center and worms and insects are on the menu. Help our naturalist care for and feed the nature center's animals.

(7-10 yrs.) Dig in the soil to find treasures from the past. Campers will learn about the people of Fairfax County and their interaction with land over time from the found artifacts. Discover how scientists use techniques like ground excavation and artifact analysis to decode the mysteries of history. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(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.

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(8-Adult) Participants in this introductory session will practice John Muir Law's "I notice, I wonder, it reminds me of" nature journaling strategy to hone their observational skills and then learn different approaches to recording their observations on the page using images, words, and numbers. The objective is to connect to the natural world without an expectation of making great "art" or collecting/learning facts. Drawing paper, colored pencils, black fine tip markers, watercolor brush pens and watercolor paints will be available, or bring your own supplies if you'd prefer.

(5-9yrs) Explore the dinosaur world as campers become junior paleontologists. Naturalists lead discovery of the latest in dinosaur knowledge through crafts, games and fossils. 4-hr and 7-hr camps bring lunch. No camp June 19 and July 3-4. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(7-10 yrs.) Hidden Pond and the adjacent Pohick Stream Valley Park offer a natural classroom that is an action-packed learning experience. Young naturalists will learn about nature through stream and pond studies, bug hunts, reptile surveys and amphibian habitat exploration. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(3-6 yrs.) Be a part of the long-running naturalist program designed for preschool-age explorer. From field to stream and everything in between, children learn about many of our local animal species hands-on and in the field. Program topics vary each week.

(3-6 yrs.) From field to stream and everything in between, children will learn about many of our local animal species up close and in the field. Learn what animals do to survive and thrive, what they eat, where they live and about animal populations big and small. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(8-12 yrs.) Calling all future scientists! Come explore the world of lab experiments, hands-on fieldwork, wildlife observations, and outdoor adventures. Investigate the waterways and landscapes of Hidden Pond by testing out your hypotheses and following the scientific method. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(8-12 yrs.) Inspired by Pohick Rangers, this series takes you on an adventure to the lesser-known areas of the park. Learn how we care for our natural resources and explore a wide range of topics such as wetland diversity, forest habitats, or pond wildlife. Hypothesize, investigate, survey, observe, and discover all things flora and fauna.

(3-Adult) Bring the whole family to explore the Pohick Stream Valley. The evening includes a twilight pond and stream study, a swamp walk, fishing and campfire.

(3-Adult) Join us for this exciting new program to meet and learn about our native turtles. Learn about their behaviors, diet, and more.

(6-9 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 July 4-5. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

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.