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NOVA Parks Connects Underserved Children with Nature Through Programming

kids with naturalist at Upton Hill Regional Park

NOVA Parks is partnering with the Arlington Regional Master Naturalists, Northern Virginia Audubon Society, the NAACP Arlington Branch, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington to help underserved children connect with nature.

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NOVA Parks is partnering with the Arlington Regional Master Naturalists, Northern Virginia Audubon Society, the NAACP Arlington Branch, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington to help underserved children connect with nature.As part of a series of programs of Upton Hill Regional Park, children learn to use a compass, identify animal habitats, and meet live animals. This program is strongly connected to the mission of all the partnering groups and is a key objective of NOVA Parks’ 5-year Strategic Plan.

Can You Conquer Climb UPton?

Take on the largest ropes course in the Mid-Atlantic with 90 elements across three challenge levels. Climb UPton is open weekends and holidays 10am-7pm through November 22.

Help Shape NOVA Parks' Next 5-Year Strategic Plan

NOVA Parks is developing its next strategic plan and wants to hear from the people who visit its parks, participate in programs, attend its events, and enjoy its facilities. Whether you visit often or occasionally, your feedback will help shape the future of NOVA Parks. Please take 5 minutes to share your input.