Outdoor Recreation All programs and activities will follow current health safety protocols.
Birding Programs
Outdoor Recreation
Birding for Beginners
(12-Adult) Get started birding by learning about the park’s birds and some basic identification skills. Program begins with a bird identification discussion. Children age 12 to 16 must be accompanied by a registered adult. 4BCA 1--1 hour 30 minute program--$12 FEE H 1--3 hour program--$19
Burke Lake Park
Lake Fairfax Park
7315 Ox Road Fairfax Station , Va. 22039 703-323-6600 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/burkelake Burke Lake’s expansive park offers a wide range of activities for all ages. • Boating • Miniature train • Fishing (Va. fishing • Carousel license required) • Ice cream parlor • Camping • Picnic areas with grills • Trails • Playgrounds • Mini golf • Disc golf course • Volleyball
1400 Lake Fairfax Drive Reston, Va. 20190 703-471-5415 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/lakefairfax Home of the Water Mine Family Swimmin’ Hole, Lake Fairfax is for outdoor lovers of all ages! • Boating • Skate park • Fishing (Va. fishing • Pump track license required) • Carousel • Camping • Boat rentals • Trails • Water Mine Family • Picnic areas with grills Swimmin’ Hole • Athletic fields
Sailboats, gasoline motors, kayaks (unless used for fishing) and swimming are prohibited. Park grounds and restrooms are open daily, closed only on Dec. 25. Rowboat rentals available. For hours and fees, visit the website or call the park.
Pavilion shelters and picnic areas with grills may be reserved by calling 703-324-8732. Sailboats, gasoline motors, electric-powered boats and swimming in the lake are prohibited. For hours and fees, visit the website or call the park.
Location
Day
Time
Code
Begin
Burke Lake Pk Burke Lake Pk Burke Lake Pk Burke Lake Pk HuntMdws HuntMdws LkFairfaxPk
Sa Sa Su Su Su Su Su
10am 10am 9am 9am 8am 8am 9am
A4F.FN84 A4F.NERC A4F.JBG6 A4F.6GFL A4F.R4O6 A4F.1Y6K A4F.NC3E
6/11 7/9 7/24 8/21 6/19 7/24 7/31
$ 4BCA 4BCA 4BCA 4BCA FEE H FEE H 4BCA
Birding by Kayak-Single
(13-Adult) Enjoy a naturalist-led birding trip by kayak. Park Authority lakes are home to more than 100 species of birds and holds many unique habitats. See how these small vessels can provide a closer look into the world of birds. Travel in a one-person kayak. 3BE 1--2 hour lesson--$43 Location
Day
Time
Code
Begin
Burke Lake Pk LkAccontkPk LkAccontkPk LkAccontkPk
Su Su Su Su
9am 8am 8am 8am
218.PW6P 218.GOIO 218.KQBT 218.1OMD
6/5 6/19 7/10 8/7
$ 3BE 3BE 3BE 3BE
Birding on the Potomac by Kayak
(14-Adult) Join a naturalist and as we paddle and look for great blue herons, cormorants and an eagles nest. Slower paddling speed allow for better viewing opportunities. Bring your own binoculars or borrow ours. PFDs and single kayaks are provided. Canceled if river levels are unsafe or bad weather. 3BE 1--2 hour lesson--$43 Location
Day
Riverbend Pk Sa Riverbend Pk Sa Riverbend Pk Sa
Riverbend Park
Lake Accotink Park 7500 Accotink Park Road Springfield, Va. 22150 703-569-0285 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/accotink Nestled in Springfield, Lake Accotink is a hidden gem bursting with fun for the whole family! • Boating • Fishing (Va. fishing license required) • Trails • Picnic areas with grills • Bike rentals
• Kayak and pedal boat rentals • Playground • Mini Golf • Carousel
Pavilion shelters and picnic areas with grills may be reserved by calling 703-324-8732. Sailboats, gasoline motors, swimming, paddleboarding and windsurfing are prohibited. Park grounds are open year-round. For facility hours and fees, visit the website or call the park.
Summer 2022
8700 Potomac Hills Street Great Falls, Va. 22066 703-759-9018 www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/riverbend/ A park steeped in Native American history, Riverbend Park is a tranquil setting on the Potomac River that offers outdoor recreation and wildlife. • Boating • Boat launch • Fishing (Va. or Md. • Riverside picnic areas fishing license required) with grills • Trails • River view • Forest observation deck • Meadows • Visitor center • Kayak and canoe rentals Fishing bait and tackle, rod rentals and snacks are available at the visitor center. Grounds open from 7 a.m. to dusk. A boat launch is provided for kayaks, canoes and jon boats ($5 per boat or $40 for annual launch pass).
Time
Code
Begin
8am 8am 8am
0F6.IPDD 0F6.66IB 0F6.7E6Y
6/4 7/2 7/30
$ 3BE 3BE 3BE
Boating Programs Intro to Kayaking
This introductory-level class is perfect for beginners or for those who want to learn how to paddle more efficiently. Learn about different kayaks, paddles, personal flotation devices and safety gear. On the water, learn to move the boat in every direction using forward and reverse strokes, a turning stroke, a slice stroke and stopping maneuvers. 4SBA 4--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$89 Location
Day
(6-12 yrs) LkAccontkPk Sa (12-Adult) LkAccontkPk Sa
Time
Code
Begin
$
8:30am
3FE.Q2AM
6/4
4SBA
10:30am 16A.VSLO
6/4
4SBA
REGISTER ONLINE
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
More classes online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
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