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At this time we are not set up to make reservations online.
For reservations call the park at
703-768-2525.

Nature Programs for Families

Sunday March 7
Leave it to Beaver
(6 yrs. and up), 5:15-6:30pm. Families will look for signs of beavers and, if we're lucky, catch a glimpse of these nocturnal engineers. Sponsored by FOHMP. Reservations required. Canceled if rain. $6

Saturday March 27
Wildlife Sanctuary Walk and Talk
(9 yrs. and up), 3-5pm. Learn about our native bees and how to garden to attract them; bee box kits will be available for purchase. Children must be accompanied by a parent. Reservations required. $6

Saturday April 3
Dazzled By Dragonflies
(9 years and up), 3-4:30pm. You won't want to miss this illustrated presentation about these fierce predators and daring aerial acrobats, conducted by Park Manager and dragonfly expert Kevin Munroe. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Reservations required. $6

Wednesday April 7
Swamp Serenade
(5 yrs. and up), 7:15-8:45pm. Listen to the frogs and toads as their courtship songs fill the wetland. One flashlight per family is recommended. Cancelled if cold. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by FOHMP. Reservations required. $6

Friday April 9
Café Cattail
7-9:30pm. Welcome to Huntley Meadows' very own coffeehouse! Enjoy a relaxing evening applauding our community's talents. Musicians, dancers and poets are encouraged to share their arts with a nature theme. Reservations required for performers only. Sponsored by FOHMP. FREE

Sunday April 11
Eco-Savvy Expo
12-4pm. Please join us and we'll send you home with shade-gardening tips, rain garden plant lists, wildlife brochures and everything you've ever wanted to know about attracting local native wildlife! Many items will be available for purchase, including the best native plants, bee boxes, bird houses, and wildflower seed mixes. FREE (small fee for some presentations)

Sunday May 2
Wetlands Awareness Day
Noon-3pm. Enjoy an afternoon of wetland interpretation, wildlife presentations and a Fun Fair for kids. Bring your friends and family to celebrate the importance of wetlands to wildlife and you. There is a modest fee for some activities. Sponsored by FOHMP. FREE

Sunday May 16
Wild Side Wagon Ride
(Families with children ages 6 and up) Start times 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm, or 4:15pm. Take a 90-minute tractor ride with a park naturalist to parts of the Park that are difficult to reach on foot. Look for and learn about songbirds, wildflowers, butterflies, and waterfowl, and stop for a snack at the observation platform. Meets at the South King's Highway entrance to the park. Reservations and prepayment required. $6

Sunday May 23
Wild Side Wagon Ride
(Families with children ages 6 and up) Start times 12:30 pm, 2:30 pm, or 4:15pm. Take a 90-minute tractor ride with a park naturalist to parts of the Park that are difficult to reach on foot. Look for and learn about songbirds, wildflowers, butterflies, and waterfowl, and stop for a snack at the observation platform. Meets at the South King's Highway entrance to the park. Reservations and prepayment required. $6


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