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.
Critter Corner at Festival of Lights
Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville, VA
After your magical ride through the Festival of Lights be sure and stop by our Critter Corner at
- Camps & Programs Guide
- Festival
- Free
- Kids & Family
- Roving Naturalists
Pokémonature Connections
Potomac Overlook Regional Park, Arlington, VA
Come explore the world of Pokémon at Potomac Overlook Regional Park for December's community day! Learn about (and meet!) some real animals and plants that inspired some of Pokémon's little pocket monsters.
- Camps & Programs Guide
- Free
- History & Educational
- Kids & Family
- Nature
- Nature Nuts
- Roving Naturalists
Christmas Bird Count
Bull Run Regional Park, Centreville, VA
Join our roving naturalist, in partnership with the Audubon Society of Northern Virginia, on a citizen science quest to count and record as many species and individual birds as you can!
- Camps & Programs Guide
- Free
- History & Educational
- Kids & Family
- Nature
- Nature Nuts
- Roving Naturalists
- Sport, Fitness & Health
Christmas Bird Count
Algonkian Regional Park, Sterling, VA
Join our roving naturalist, in partnership with the Audubon Society of Northern Virginia, on a citizen science quest to count and record as many species and individual birds as you can!
- Camps & Programs Guide
- Free
- History & Educational
- Kids & Family
- Nature
- Nature Nuts
- Roving Naturalists
Sunsets at the Light Show
Meadowlark Botanical Gardens , Vienna, VA
Get exclusive access to the Meadowlark Winter Walk of Lights while closed to the public and enjoy a beautiful sunset backdrop!
- Camps & Programs Guide
- History & Educational
- Kids & Family
- Roving Naturalists
Nifty Nature Night
Meadowlark Botanical Gardens , Vienna, VA
Visit with our Naturalist and discover the wonders of nature!
- Festival
- Free
- Kids & Family
- Roving Naturalists
Sunsets at the Light Show
Meadowlark Botanical Gardens , Vienna, VA
Get exclusive access to the Meadowlark Winter Walk of Lights while closed to the public and enjoy a beautiful sunset backdrop!
- Arts & Crafts
- Camps & Programs Guide
- History & Educational
- Nature
- Roving Naturalists
Christmas Bird Count
Join our roving naturalist on a citizen science quest to count and record as many species and individual birds as you can!
- Camps & Programs Guide
- Free
- History & Educational
- Kids & Family
- Nature
- Nature Nuts
- Roving Naturalists
Christmas Bird Count
Pohick Bay Regional Park, Lorton, VA
Join our roving naturalist on a citizen science quest to count and record as many species and individual birds as you can!
- Camps & Programs Guide
- Free
- History & Educational
- Kids & Family
- Nature
- Nature Nuts
- Roving Naturalists
Critter Corner at Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run
Cameron Run Regional Park, Alexandria, VA
Be sure and stop by our Critter Corner at Ice and Lights: The Winter Village at Cameron Run.
- Camps & Programs Guide
- Free
- Nature
- Roving Naturalists