Provided by Prince William County Parks & Recreation
Fall is right around the corner, which means so are cooler temperatures and beautiful fall landscapes that the season brings. Adventure outside with PWC Parks for some fall outdoor fun and exploration. Here are just five of the outdoor programs being offered:
Winged Wonders: Birding for Beginners
Have you ever wanted to learn more about the birds you see in our area? In this program, you will learn about some of the more common birds that call the Neabsco Creek Boardwalk home. The program begins learning some basic bird identification skills, then check out the Boardwalk to see these feathered friends in one of the most beautiful places in Prince William County. Saturday, Sept. 6, 8 to 10 a.m.. All ages welcome. Click here to register.
Full Moon Hike
Grab your flashlights and join park naturalists for a slow-paced VIP hike along the beautiful Neabsco Creek Boardwalk. You’ll enjoy learning about the flora and fauna of the area, as well as some fascinating facts about the full moon. The hike finishes with a yummy s’more by the firepit! Hike will take place Saturday, Sept. 6, 7 to 9 p.m. This is a popular one so register early! All ages are welcome.
Survive Together
How are your survival skills? Want to learn more about surviving outdoors? Then sign up for the three-hour basic survival training program on Saturday, Sept. 20, 1 to 4 p.m. at Silver Lake Park. You will learn essential skills like shelter building, compass navigation, first aid, water purification, and fire building, culminating in a smore’s celebration. The program aims to equip parents/guardians and children (ages 9+) with fundamental survival skills, promoting teamwork and shared learning. Learn more and register here.
Twilight Trek
Join Park naturalists at the Neabsco Creek Boardwalk for another “Twilight Trek” on Saturday, Oct. 11, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. This fun family program (all ages welcome) brings you up close and personal with some of the wetlands best known inhabitants—beavers, muskrat, deer, and other wetland critters. Then, meet back at the warm firepit for a warm, gooey s’more. Bring your phone/camera as this will be a night to remember! Register here.
Virginia Bird Calls
More birding later this fall. Master Naturalist Candice Lowther will lead this program as she discusses some of the amazing bird species that call Virginia home. Then, listen and learn some of the familiar bird calls while you stroll through beautiful Veterans Memorial Park. Program takes place on Saturday, Nov. 1, 8 to 10 a.m. For ages 4+. Click here to register.
Looking for something else? You can find a full line-up of fall programs and events in the latest issue of Leisure. Also be sure to download the handy RecMapper app where you can learn more about PWC parks, facilities, and historic properties; find playgrounds, pavilions and more; as well as uncover recreation activities, camps, classes and upcoming events (added daily), and so much more!
