Abrakadoodle Kids on Canvas (6-12 yrs)
(6-12 yrs.) Children will learn to paint as they imagine a fantastic world inspired by nature. Learn about shapes, how to create 3D buildings and how to explore maps, and how to mix colors. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
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ZBL.Q9VI |
South Run Rec Center |
09/18/2025 - 11/06/2025
Thu : 6:15 PM - 7:10 PM
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6 to 12 Years |
10
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07/29/2025 to 10/02/2025 |
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Adapted Jr. Park Explorers (6-9 yrs.)
(6-9 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.
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6AT.O45T |
Ellanor C. Lawrence Park |
07/28/2025 - 08/01/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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6 to 9 Years |
None
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02/06/2025 to 08/01/2025 |
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Adapted Park Explorers (10-13 yrs.)
(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.
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X5G.0M3P |
Lake Accotink Park |
07/21/2025 - 07/25/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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10 to 13 Years |
4
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02/04/2025 to 07/25/2025 |
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Adapted Park Explorers (6-11 yrs)
(6-11 yrs.) See the best that our park has to offer with topics that fit your interests. Explore different features of the park with hands-on science and nature activities tailored to young people with disabilities. Topics vary by date. Parents must be accessible during the program but are not required to register.
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206.VELI |
Ellanor C. Lawrence Park |
07/19/2025 - 07/19/2025
Sat : 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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6 to 11 Years |
9
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04/22/2025 to 07/19/2025 |
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206.6Z5Q |
Hidden Pond Nature Center |
09/06/2025 - 09/06/2025
Sat : 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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6 to 11 Years |
12
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07/29/2025 to 09/03/2025 |
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206.Y4RV |
Riverbend Park |
10/05/2025 - 10/05/2025
Sun : 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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6 to 11 Years |
8
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07/29/2025 to 10/04/2025 |
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Adventures in Geology & Hydrology (8-11yr)
(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.
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JXL.HWJC |
Hidden Pond Nature Center |
07/28/2025 - 08/01/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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8 to 11 Years |
3
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02/06/2025 to 07/24/2025 |
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Aikido-Jo (13-Adult)
(13-Adult) This traditional Japanese martial art focuses on using a wooden staff (jo) as a weapon. It is an integral part of Aikido training and complements empty-hand techniques. The Jo staff is used for spearing, hitting, or deflecting a strike from an opponent. While similar to jodo in that both styles involve fencing techniques, the styles differ in the overall nature of and strategies that are used.
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1V2.AIZ1 |
Spring Hill Rec Center |
09/07/2025 - 11/09/2025
Sun : 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
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13 to 99 Years |
15
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07/29/2025 to 09/21/2025 |
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All About Owls Campfire
(4-Adult) Barred owls inhabit our stream valley parks. Learn to identify these owls from other native owls while enjoying the campfire. Toast marshmallows over the embers. Canceled in case of inclement weather. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
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232.TTO5 |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
Sun, 10/26/2025 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
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4 to 99 Years |
25
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07/29/2025 to 10/26/2025 |
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American Indian Games & Crafts
(4-Adult) Play traditional Eastern Woodland Indian games of skill and luck which were common during the period of first European contact. Enjoy oral storytelling and make a game to take home. Children must be accompanied by a registered adult.
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F14.RVVG |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
11/23/2025 - 11/23/2025
Sun : 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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4 to 99 Years |
20
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07/29/2025 to 11/23/2025 |
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Animal Crackers and Me
(3-8 yrs.) Learn about animal adaptations while you munch on cookies and lemonade. Enjoy a story, craft and trail activity along a short hike. Child must be accompanied by an adult.
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BDF.IYUX |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
08/16/2025 - 08/16/2025
Sat : 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
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3 to 8 Years |
5
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04/22/2025 to 08/16/2025 |
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BDF.L6TA |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
08/16/2025 - 08/16/2025
Sat : 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
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3 to 8 Years |
3
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04/22/2025 to 08/16/2025 |
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Animal Feeding
(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.
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46D.5T8O |
Hidden Pond Nature Center |
Wed, 07/16/2025 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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3 to 99 Years |
5
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04/22/2025 to 07/14/2025 |
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46D.OICY |
Hidden Pond Nature Center |
Wed, 08/06/2025 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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3 to 99 Years |
None
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04/22/2025 to 08/04/2025 |
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46D.R07A |
Hidden Pond Nature Center |
Wed, 08/27/2025 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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3 to 99 Years |
9
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04/22/2025 to 08/25/2025 |
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46D.UJYU |
Hidden Pond Nature Center |
Wed, 09/03/2025 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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3 to 99 Years |
12
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07/29/2025 to 09/01/2025 |
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46D.ZRVA |
Hidden Pond Nature Center |
Wed, 10/01/2025 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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3 to 99 Years |
12
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07/29/2025 to 09/29/2025 |
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46D.M9HG |
Hidden Pond Nature Center |
Wed, 10/29/2025 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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3 to 99 Years |
12
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07/29/2025 to 10/27/2025 |
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46D.6A5F |
Hidden Pond Nature Center |
Wed, 11/12/2025 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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3 to 99 Years |
12
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07/29/2025 to 11/10/2025 |
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Animal Pajama Party
(3-7 yrs.) Put on your pajamas and come to the nature center to hear bedtime stories, meet animals and wish goodnight to the center's live animals. Bring your favorite stuffed animal with you. One adult only per registered child.
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6CC.5OUI |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
10/18/2025 - 10/18/2025
Sat : 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
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3 to 7 Years |
12
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07/29/2025 to 10/18/2025 |
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6CC.GXBF |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
11/15/2025 - 11/15/2025
Sat : 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
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3 to 7 Years |
12
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07/29/2025 to 11/15/2025 |
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Animal Sounds
(3-6 yrs.) Discover if frogs really say "ribbit" and birds call "tweet". Learn the real sounds of local species and see how good you are at recognizing animal calls. Child must be accompanied by an adult.
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SIL.ULYN |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
08/09/2025 - 08/09/2025
Sat : 3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
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3 to 6 Years |
3
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04/22/2025 to 08/09/2025 |
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Animals Underground
(2-5 yrs.) Dig down deep and investigate who lives in the dark, damp world under the forest floor as we learn about moles, earthworms, termites and the many other creatures of the soil. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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213.6AE5 |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
07/13/2025 - 07/13/2025
Sun : 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
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2 to 5 Years |
None
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04/22/2025 to 07/13/2025 |
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213.BIQV |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
07/13/2025 - 07/13/2025
Sun : 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
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2 to 5 Years |
None
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04/22/2025 to 07/13/2025 |
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Animals: Zoology Fun for Kids (4-6 yrs.)
(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. No camp July 4. Camp the week of June 9 and August 18 for non-FCPS participants. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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C76.8FST |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
08/18/2025 - 08/22/2025
Weekdays : 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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4 to 6 Years |
None
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02/04/2025 to 08/22/2025 |
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Archery Camp at Bull Run (9-15 yrs.)
(9-13 yrs.) Develop archery skills using Olympic-style (recurve) bows. Through focused instruction, learn shooting techniques and attention to detail. Campers also enjoy mini-golf, and nature hikes along the lakefront. Camp operation is subject to weather and is held at the archery field to the right as you enter the park. No camp on June 19. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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228.HC9B |
Bull Run Park |
07/14/2025 - 07/16/2025
Mon Tue Wed : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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9 to 15 Years |
7
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02/06/2025 to 07/16/2025 |
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228.5EHS |
Bull Run Park |
07/21/2025 - 07/23/2025
Mon Tue Wed : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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9 to 15 Years |
5
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02/06/2025 to 07/23/2025 |
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228.W6HT |
Bull Run Park |
07/28/2025 - 07/30/2025
Mon Tue Wed : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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9 to 15 Years |
8
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02/06/2025 to 07/30/2025 |
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Archery Camp at Burke Lake (9-13 yrs.)
(9-13 yrs.) Develop archery skills using Olympic-style (recurve) bows. Through focused instruction, learn shooting techniques and attention to detail. Campers also enjoy mini-golf, nature hikes along the lakefront and other outdoor activities. Camp operation is subject to weather and is held at the archery field to the right as you enter the park. No camp on June 19. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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679.9ZOJ |
Burke Lake Park |
07/14/2025 - 07/18/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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9 to 13 Years |
1
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02/06/2025 to 07/18/2025 |
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679.7GAB |
Burke Lake Park |
07/21/2025 - 07/25/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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9 to 13 Years |
None
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02/06/2025 to 07/25/2025 |
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679.BBLG |
Burke Lake Park |
07/28/2025 - 08/01/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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9 to 13 Years |
None
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02/06/2025 to 08/01/2025 |
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679.AZEK |
Burke Lake Park |
08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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9 to 13 Years |
None
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02/06/2025 to 08/08/2025 |
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Art in Nature (3-5 yrs.)
(3-5 yrs.) An immersive experience in which children will discover nature through a multitude of artistic expression including exploratory art mediums, song, dance, storytelling and dramatic play. A great deal of this experience will be spent outdoors. Please dress for the weather and plan to get messy. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
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WGW.DUM7 |
Riverbend Park |
09/09/2025 - 11/18/2025
Tue : 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Some exceptions apply
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3 to 5 Years |
12
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07/29/2025 to 09/08/2025 |
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WGW.QQK0 |
Riverbend Park |
09/11/2025 - 11/20/2025
Thu : 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Some exceptions apply
Ask the Cashier
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3 to 5 Years |
12
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07/29/2025 to 09/10/2025 |
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Art in Nature (4-6 yrs)
(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.
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WRI.8ZDG |
Lake Fairfax Park |
08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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4 to 6 Years |
2
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02/06/2025 to 08/08/2025 |
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Art in Nature (6-9 yrs)
(6-9 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, create a mosaic and more. Camp includes an off-site day trip. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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Z9K.CTIA |
Riverbend Park |
07/14/2025 - 07/18/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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6 to 9 Years |
None
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02/06/2025 to 07/18/2025 |
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Z9K.9PZR |
Riverbend Park |
08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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6 to 9 Years |
1
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02/06/2025 to 08/08/2025 |
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Arts al Fresco Camp (8-12yrs)
(8-12 yrs.) Let nature be your classroom as you experiment outdoors with different art media. Our colorful gardens, streams, ponds and woodlands provide creative inspiration. Each day features different artists and art forms, honing your skills as you create your own work of art. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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0PT.QA4R |
Green Spring Gardens Park |
07/28/2025 - 08/01/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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8 to 12 Years |
2
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02/04/2025 to 08/01/2025 |
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Artsy Discoveries (5 1/2-12 yrs)
(5 ½-12 yrs.) Abrakadoodle instructors help campers notice design in nature, engineered structures, human-made products and the surrounding world. This new awareness of art elements and principles enhances the joy of discovery. Doodle and design to explore new techniques, exciting materials, art history, and design-loving artists. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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KXD.C2AM |
Mount Vernon Rec Center |
10/20/2025 - 10/20/2025
Mon : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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5 Years 6 Months to 12 Years |
20
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07/29/2025 to 10/20/2025 |
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KXD.KBAA |
South Run Rec Center |
10/20/2025 - 10/20/2025
Mon : 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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5 Years 6 Months to 12 Years |
20
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07/29/2025 to 10/20/2025 |
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Backyard Science Camp (5-8yrs)
(5-8yrs) Investigate the properties of water and air, make bubbling concoctions, learn about electricity, and the science of bubbles. Older campers will also learn about bacteria and DNA. Camps the week of June 2 for non-FCPS participants. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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ZJ6.H4CC |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
08/04/2025 - 08/08/2025
Weekdays : 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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5 to 8 Years |
None
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02/04/2025 to 08/08/2025 |
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Backyard Science Camp (8-12yrs)
(8-12yrs) Investigate the properties of water and air, make bubbling concoctions, learn about electricity, and the science of bubbles. Older campers will also learn about bacteria and DNA. Once registered, download camp forms from website.
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YXN.ZZL2 |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
08/11/2025 - 08/15/2025
Weekdays : 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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8 to 12 Years |
None
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02/04/2025 to 08/15/2025 |
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Bat Fest and Find Campfire
(4-Adult) Join a naturalist for a night hike to search for bats with a sonar detector and learn about bat adaptations. End the night with a campfire, s'mores and the legend of how bats came to be. Children must be accompanied by an adult who is also registered in this program.
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21F.HHQT |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
Sat, 08/23/2025 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
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4 to 99 Years |
11
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04/22/2025 to 08/23/2025 |
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Bat Night
(6-Adult) Join a naturalist to discover the facts, fiction and folklore about nature’s only true flying mammal- bats. We will set the record straight about these incredible but often-misunderstood group of animals. The program will start with a presentation followed by a night walk where we will use a special acoustic device to listen for and identify bat calls not heard with the human ear.
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5B9.LVHC |
Huntley Meadows Park |
Sat, 08/09/2025 7:45 PM - 9:15 PM
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6 to 99 Years |
3
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04/22/2025 to 08/05/2025 |
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5B9.Z0E2 |
Huntley Meadows Park |
Sun, 08/17/2025 7:45 PM - 9:15 PM
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6 to 99 Years |
14
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04/22/2025 to 08/12/2025 |
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5B9.ZXIV |
Huntley Meadows Park |
Sun, 08/24/2025 7:45 PM - 9:15 PM
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6 to 99 Years |
8
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04/22/2025 to 08/19/2025 |
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Beginning Birdwatching
(4-Adult) Learn identification tips by sight and sound and how to make your yard more attractive to native species. Students can borrow binoculars form the class for a view of outdoor bird feeding stations. Registration required for children and adults.
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MY4.OQGP |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
07/26/2025 - 07/26/2025
Sat : 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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4 to 99 Years |
9
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04/22/2025 to 07/26/2025 |
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BGS-Outdoor Art Creator
Satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. See site’s website for details.
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E0F.SU9E |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
Sat, 10/04/2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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7 to 9 Years |
15
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07/29/2025 to 10/04/2025 |
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BGS-Space Science Adventurer
Satisfies most of the requirements to earn the badge. See site’s website for details.
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608.IQLK |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
Sun, 09/07/2025 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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7 to 9 Years |
15
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07/29/2025 to 09/07/2025 |
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Bird Study Merit Badge
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.
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BCB.Y00O |
Hidden Oaks Nature Center |
11/01/2025 - 11/01/2025
Sat : 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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11 to 17 Years |
16
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07/29/2025 to 11/01/2025 |
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