(10-13 yrs.) Join us on outdoor adventures for nature lovers who don't mind being outside and getting dirty. Campers will explore different features of the park through hands-on science and nature activities tailored to young people with disabilities. Experiments, games, activities, and observation skills help us explore our park. Bring a snack and drink. This camp is designed for kids with disabilities who can participate in a 4:1 ratio and can maintain personal care. No camp June 19. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

Satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. See site’s website for details. This title allows online group registration.

Satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. See site’s website for details.

(4-Adult) Celebrate all things bugs with the whole family at our creepy-crawly adventure. Games and activities include insect safaris, live insects, insect collections, log rolling, soil stations, bug walks, critter talks, bug science and crafts to make your own bug. Use technology to explore the world of insects. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

(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.

(5-Adult) Learn how to safely build and enjoy a campfire, learn fire safety skills and receive the Smokey Bear Pledge certificate. Enjoy a brief woodland walk and toast marshmallows. Children must be accompanied by adult.

(5-9 yrs.) This patch will help you understand the importance of dark skies and how you can protect this resource. You will learn about light pollution, see the effect of light pollution yourself, learn how you can make changes to reduce light pollution, and share what you have learned with others. This program was made possible by support from the Fairfax County Park Foundation. Patch included.

Satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. See site’s website for details.

(16-Adult) Celebrate the sisterhood of women by grabbing your best gal friend and going on a guided hike with a naturalist. Learn about the flora and fauna found around the lake, and most importantly, spend time with a close friend.

(8-Adult) Join our park naturalist on a hike and explore wild plants and animals throughout the trails. Learn how to use the iNaturalist app to take pictures of things you find along the way. Smart phones, cameras and binoculars welcome. Each hike will feature a different theme and may include: salamanders, birds and other wildlife, wildflowers, trees, nature photography, cultural history, or a scenic destination.

(6-12 yrs.) This program for school children focuses on the natural and historical world. A different topic and hands-on activity is covered each day.

Satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. See site’s website for details. This title allows online group registration.

Satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. See site’s website for details.

(4-adult) Meet a naturalist and explore the lake. Join as we search for and learn more about the creatures who call the lake home including reptiles, amphibians, and macroinvertebrates. Bring old shoes that can get wet and muddy.

(6-10 yrs.) Campers enjoy guided nature hikes, crafts, fishing and boat rides (if available). Shaded trails and lakefronts are perfect settings for exploring creatures and plants that live in our streams, lakes and forests. Bring lunch, snack and water bottle. Lake Accotink meets at the large shelter by marina. Camps run rain or shine. Contact park for details on extreme weather days. No camp June 19 and July 4. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(9-13 yrs.) Develop new skills to explore the outdoors. Be prepared for many different outdoor activities including kayaking (when available), fishing, fire building, orienteering, geocaching, and learning how to safely explore nature. Bring lunch, snack and water bottle daily. No camp June 19 and July 4. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(4-Adult) Join a naturalist to learn about various nature topics that relate to the lake depending on the season. Then go on a scavenger hunt adventure to find different related objects around the lake and collect a small themed prize.

(13-Adult) Walk with a naturalist by the lakeside and learn techniques and tips for drawing the natural world. Gain a better understanding of how to utilize different sketching and observational skills. Bring the medium of your choice to the class.

(5-9 yrs.) This patch will help you understand the importance of protecting your skin from the sun's UV rays. Through different games and activities, you will learn how you can protect yourself from the sun's harmful rays and how you can be a sun safety advocate. This class meets all the requirements to earn the Sun Safety Patch, but does not include a physical patch.

(13-Adult) Looking for renewal, peace, inspiration, transformation, and / or something a little different, then bring your yoga mat to Lake Accotink for an evening sunset, star gazing and a bonfire. The evening’s practice will focus on Hatha techniques to stretch, build core strength, and stability to the mind and body. This practice is for all levels of yogis - new or advanced. Please bring a mat, towel, and water. If the evening is cool, please bring a wrap or sweater as we will practice outside near the lake.

(13-Adult) Manage your stress and rejuvenate your spirit in the natural beauty and sounds of Lake Accotink Park. Take an invigorating walk while exploring nature and merge fitness and mindfulness. The physical and mental benefits combining of yoga and walking may help reduce stress, build agility, and strengthen self- awareness. All classes meet outdoors. No previous experience needed. Please bring water and be prepared to walk on varying terrain.