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

(4-6 yrs.) Discover the shapes, colors, textures and patterns hidden in the natural world through scientific exploration. Paint with natural dyes, sculpt with clay, craft musical instruments, design jewelry, and create a mosaic. No camp July 4. Camps the week of June 9 for non-FCPS participants. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(6-12 yrs.) This Baroody camp will consist of games using soccer skills which will lead up to playing small-sided soccer. As the days progress, games will progress, involving different moves, dribbling, ball control, passing, and shooting. Games will require individual 1 on 1 skills with some requiring team participation. No camp June 19 and July 4. Camps the week of June 9 and August 18 for non-FCPS participants. Once registered, download camp forms from website

(6-12 yrs.) Join Baroody camps for one of the fastest growing sports in the area. We’ll work on the fundamentals through games and drills that build strength and confidence. Our goal is for campers to have constant engagement, whether they are a beginner or more experienced player. Camp the week of June 9 and August 18 for non-FCPS participants. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(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.

(7-Adult) Walk the meadows and forest edges to see bats feeding on insects. Use a bat detector to hear echolocation. Learn about our native bats and their habits. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.

(7-14 yrs.) Brazilian United Soccer provides experienced international coaches who specialize in unique player development. Kids will enhance their skills through technical, tactical, and small-sided games. Tailored to various age groups and skill levels, the #BeyondSoccer approach, combined with authentic Brazilian soccer techniques, offers transformative experiences. No camp June 19 and July 4. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(3-Adult) Hike with a naturalist to learn about different insects’ behavior and habitats. Explore the park to fill out bingo sheets to better appreciate the tiny workers around us.

(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.

(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.

(5-Adult) Learn all about building a campfire. Practice starting a fire without matches and stay for a demonstration.

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.

This program satisfies most of the requirements to earn the Numbers in Nature, Shapes in Nature & Design with Nature Badges. See site’s website for details. This title allows online group registration.

(5-Adult) Learn to make and use natural dyes to transform your white shirts into colorful masterpieces. Fairfax County prohibits foraging in county parks, so this class will focus on identifying plants that can be made into dye and teaching the steps of the dying process. Please bring your own white t-shirt or other white fabric to the class.

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.

(5-Adult) Join a naturalist to learn the basics of fishing while enjoying the beauty of the lakefront. Gain a better understanding of not only how to fish, but also how we can better connect with the natural world while participating in recreational activities, such as fishing. Rod and bait will be provided. Participants 16 and older must have a valid Virginia fishing license.

(5-Adult) Join us on a magical evening walk in the park to learn about and see the different colors and signal patterns of this fascinating insect.

(5-Adult) Learn how to fish alongside your parent or child as you enjoy the scenery around the lake. Gain a better understanding on how to rig and use a fishing rod, how to safely fish, and how we can be environmentally conscious while we fish. Rod and bait will be provided. Participants 16 and older must have a valid Virginia fishing license.

(7-11 yrs.) In this super active Baroody camp, players will learn the basics of flag football. Each day will end with full games but will begin with lead-up games and skill building to help them hone their skills of throwing, catching, dodging, and flag pulling. Players will also learn how to run a huddle and create plays to share with teammates to make the most out of each snap. No Camp June 19 or July 4. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(5-7 yrs.) Floor hockey is an action-packed game where boys and girls move constantly. Baroody campers will learn the basics of hockey and will learn to compete as a team with high effort and sportsmanship. Each day will end with full games but will begin with lead-up games and skill building to help them hone skills that translate across all sports. Camps the week of June 9 and August 25 for non-FCPS participants. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(7-11 yrs.) Floor hockey is an action-packed game where boys and girls move constantly. Baroody campers will learn the basics of hockey and will learn to compete as a team with high effort and sportsmanship. Each day will end with full games but will begin with lead-up games and skill building to help them hone skills that translate across all sports. No camp June 19 or July 4. Once registered, download camp forms from website.

(6-9 yrs.) Through experiments, campers will learn how weather impacts the earth, the role plants play as a natural force, and what animals change to their environment. Once registered, download camp forms from website.