Beaverdam Reservoir is part of the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources, fisheries management program. Studies are conducted each year with stocking programs implemented as needed.   Beaverdam Reservoir is home to species such as large mouth bass, catfish, carp and a variety of pan fish species.  To protect this drinking water source, we ask that all guests properly dispose of used fishing line, hooks, bait containers and trash prior to leaving the park.  Fishing is permitted from the water, the shoreline around the reservoir and the Crew Overlook Pier within Reservoir Park. Fishing from the pedestrian bridge and central pier located at the boat rental marina is prohibited.  Live bait, basic fishing equipment, snacks and drinks will be available seasonally for purchase at the boat rental marina. Please follow all Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources requirements for fishing.  View the most recent biologist management report.  

Boat rentals are available on a seasonal basis weather and water conditions permitting, March through October.  Days and operating hours will vary. Reservoir Park offers single and tandem kayaks and stand up paddle boards, available on a first come, first serve basis.  We anticipate high volume on weekends and holiday and anticipate waitlists.  Renters must be at least 16 years old with a valid ID to rent watercraft.  Renters 12-15 years old must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years old in the same or separate boat.  Guests 11 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult at least 21 years old in a tandem kayak only. 

Enjoy a fun family outing at the Temple Hall Farm Pumpkin Patch & Sunflower Fields! Pick your own pumpkin and sunflowers, take a wagon ride around the farm, visit the farm animals, bounce on the inflatable pillows, slide down the hill slides, and more!

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Thank you for your interest in Volunteering for Winkler Botanical Preserve.

We welcome volunteers of all types from individuals to organizations. If your church, business or group is looking to volunteer, we’ll work with you to develop a mutually beneficial service opportunity.

Volunteers must be 13 or over, with all youth volunteers having adult supervision during the duration of service hours.

Winkler welcomes school groups for programmed or self-guided field trips. Please complete the webform below to begin the registration process for your field trip.

Field Trip Inquiry Form

The Children’s Pavilion is located in Meadowlark Botanical Gardens and is available for private rentals for children’s birthday parties and scout ceremonies. Maximum occupancy is 30 total adults and children. Grills or open flames are not permitted inside the Gardens or at the Children’s Gardens Pavilion.

Camp Winkler explores the natural world with children entering grades 1 through 5 at Winkler Botanical Preserve. Activities at Camp Winkler are designed to be engaging, challenging, educational, and fun! We highly value and encourage the inclusion of all campers in all activities. Engaging activities include building skills, songs, STEAM activities, investigations and crafts.

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Enjoy gliding on the ice at Cameron Run Regional Park (4001 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria, VA 22304), just minutes from Old Town Alexandria!

Tickets are only available for purchase online.

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Volunteers like YOU keep our park healthy and beautiful! Join your community in protecting this environment as we remove non-native invasive plants from our park and replace them with native plants. Anyone can help (families with children, youth groups, seniors, etc.) and no experience is needed.

Love the animals at the nature center like we do?  You can sponsor them through our popular Adopt an Animal Campaign!  It’s a great way for you or a loved one to feel closer to an animal of your choosing while supporting their ongoing care.