Naturalists
A nature interpretation program
NOVA Parks is pleased to offer a nature interpretation program. The mission of the NOVA Parks Roving Naturalist Program is to connect the citizens of northern Virginia with the natural world in our parks. Through guided nature walks, hikes, canoe and kayak tours, night explorations, stream and pond studies, and live animal programs, participants gain the opportunity to discover our native flora and fauna in a safe and fun environment. Programs are catered to kids, adults, and anyone interested in the natural world.
Programs are offered in many NOVA Parks including Meadowlark Botanical Gardens, Pohick Bay Regional Park, Bull Run Regional Park, Fountainhead Regional Park, Occoquan Regional Park, Algonkian Regional Park, Temple Hall Farm Regional Park, Hemlock Overlook Regional Park, and all five NOVA Parks waterpark facilities (in-season only). Join us for a chance to explore the natural world of northern Virginia.
Group programs for scouts, homeschoolers, or other special interests can be arranged by contacting NOVA Parks at 703-268-6064.
inaturalist workshop
Pohick Bay Regional Park, Lorton, VA
Did you know there is a social networking app just for identifying and cataloguing wildlife while sharing your findings with others? It's called iNaturalist, and it's revolutionizing citizen science! Learn why and how to use this cool service on your own at this workshop before we head out into the field and identify anything we can find.
- Camps & Programs Guide
- History & Educational
- Kids & Family
- Nature
- Roving Naturalists
iNaturalist Workshop
Potomac Overlook Regional Park, Arlington, VA
Did you know there is a social networking app just for identifying and cataloguing wildlife while sharing your findings with others? It's called iNaturalist, and it's revolutionizing citizen science! Learn why and how to use this cool service on your own at this workshop before we head out into the field and identify anything we can find.
- Camps & Programs Guide
- History & Educational
- Kids & Family
- Nature
- Roving Naturalists