(6-9 yrs.) Go hiking to explore our native mammals, birds, fish, insects and reptiles in their habitats. Learn why animals are important to our ecosystem through resident animal interactions, crafts and games. As campers explore in the forest, pond, river and meadow they will learn how animal habitats are being threatened and what they can do to protect them.

(8-12 yrs.) Go hiking to explore our native mammals, birds, fish, insects and reptiles in their habitats. Learn why animals are important to our ecosystem through resident animal interactions, crafts and games. As campers explore in the forest, pond, river and meadow they will learn how animal habitats are being threatened and what they can do to protect them.

(6-11 yrs.) Explore the woods, creeks and ponds as we look for all sorts of critters. Learn about the animal life science of frogs, toads, birds, mammals, snakes, turtles, fish and insects through hikes, projects and games.

(4-6 yrs.) Explore the woods, creeks and ponds as we look for all sorts of critters. Learn about frogs, toads, birds, mammals, snakes, turtles, fish and insects through hikes, projects and games.

(4-7 yrs.) Explore the woods, creeks and ponds as we look for all sorts of critters. Learn about the animal life science of frogs, toads, birds, mammals, snakes, turtles, fish and insects through hikes, projects and games.

(6-11 yrs.) Explore the woods, creeks and ponds as we look for all sorts of critters. Learn about the animal life science of frogs, toads, birds, mammals, snakes, turtles, fish and insects through hikes, projects and games.

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.

(12-Adult) Learn about the park's birds and some basic identification skills. This program for beginners starts with a bird identification discussion. Children age 12 to 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult.

(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.

(12-Adult) Hone your birding skills on the trail and learn to play our favorite bird themed board game: Wingspan. We will enjoy a round or more of this wonderful boardgame and take a bird walk in the park. All skill levels welcome.

(6-11 yrs.) Join our park naturalists as we search for inspiration from nature’s engineers-honeybees, beavers, birds and plants. Test out different materials to create things that blend in, shelter, float or fly. Explore the great outdoors using nature as inspiration to create your own inventions.

(4-13 yrs.) Join a naturalist as they demonstrate how we feed our site display animals. Make a birdfeeder to take home and use. Search for worms and insects and assist in serving dinner. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

(6-13 yrs.) Focus on bunnies, snails, birds, bees, and other friendly critters you might find in a spring garden. Crafts include critter masks, mini habitats, and clay animals.

(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.

(8-15yrs.) Students receive hands-on instruction in wild bird identification, migration, habitats and conservation through citizen science. Instructors use preserved species, and wild birds to illustrate the concepts. All lessons are structured around the Virginia standards of Learning.

(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.

(7-11 yrs.) Get your hands dirty at Green Spring Gardens. Plant herbs and flowers, grow and harvest food, and even help design a garden space. Explore the plant life cycle and discover why they need pollinators like bees, butterflies and birds. Spend time outside all the while learning about how gardens grow and why they matter to people, animals, and the planet.

(2-5 yrs.) Youngsters and their accompanying adult begin sharing nature’s wonders in this interactive class. Experiences include: meeting animals, stories, games and outdoor exploration. Dress for the weather. Quiet infants welcome. Topics covered are: 3/2 Wild Dogs, 3/9 Wily Woodpeckers, 3/16 Rainbows, 3/23 Signs of Spring, 4/13 Bounding Bunnies, 4/20 Green is Great, 4/27 Spring Flowers, 5/4 Animal Moms, 5/11 Walk, Waddle, Wiggle, 5/18 Bird Nests & Eggs.

(4-7 yrs.) Campers explore the world of robotics as they build moving animals that teach the fundamentals of robotic design with Snapology. Whether learning about animal habitats or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement while building dancing birds and robotic dogs, your child is sure to have a great time.

(4-7 yrs.) Campers will begin to explore the world of robotics as they build moving animals that teach the fundamentals of robotic design in this Snapology camp. Whether learning about animal habitats or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement while building dancing birds and robotic dogs, your child is sure to have a great time.

(6-10 yrs.) Discover how things move with Mad Science. Study the lives of birds, structures and simple machines. Put on your lab coat and be a chemist for the day. Make and bring home animal houses, challenging puzzles and chemistry-based creations. The perfect introduction to all things scientific.

(6-10 yrs.) Discover how things move with Mad Science. Study the lives of birds, structures and simple machines. Put on your lab coat and be a chemist for the day. Make and bring home animal houses, challenging puzzles and chemistry-based creations. The perfect introduction to all things scientific.