Nature / Outdoors

■ BIRDING AT THE WETLANDS All Ages Grab your binoculars and camera and join Master Naturalist and birder Candice Lowther as she guides us through the Julie J Metz Wetlands. We will learn about the incredibly diverse range of birds in our wetlands and appreciate them in their natural habitat. Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park pavilion. May be canceled/ rescheduled due to inclement weather. ADA compatible. Aug 14 / 8a-10a Sun $10 209109 NA

■ CAMPFIRES AND CONSTELLATIONS All Ages Summer is the perfect time for stargazing! Join us around a glowing summer campfire to learn about the stars and summer constellations. Then, head down the boardwalk to talk to a park naturalist as you enjoy the night sky through our telescope and binoculars. Smores kit included. Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park pavilion. May be canceled due to inclement weather. Children under 5 free. ADA compatible. Jul 16 / 7:30p-9:30p Sat $12 209109 NB

■ FIREFLIES AND THE FULL MOON All Ages Join us as we illuminate the night with fireflies, the full moon and a glowing summer fire pit. We begin the evening around the fire pit, roasting smores and learning about the full “Sturgeon” moon and the amazing bio-luminescent beetle, the firefly! Then, we head out along the boardwalk and adjoining trail to enjoy these summertime favorites! This will be a summer night to remember. Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park pavilion. May be canceled/rescheduled due to inclement weather. Children under 5 free. ADA compatible. Aug 13 / 7:30p-9:30p Sat $12 209109 NC ■ FULL MOON HIKE All Ages Grab your flashlights and join our park naturalists for a slow-paced full moon hike along the beautiful Neabsco Creek Boardwalk. You’ll enjoy learning about the flora and fauna of the area, as well as some fascinating facts about the Strawberry Moon. We’ll finish our hike with a yummy smore by the fire pit! Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park pavilion. May be canceled/rescheduled due to inclement weather. Children under 5 free. ADA compatible. Jun 14 / 7:30p-9:30p T $12 209109 ND

■ INTRO TO STANDUP PADDLEBOARDING Ages 10+ Have you ever watched those folks at the beach or local pond that seem to be walking on water as they float by on paddleboards and wished that you could do it as well? Here is your opportunity to try! “SUP” is a great way to explore calm lakes, river, or saltwater. You will become familiar with equipment & safe operation of boards. We will teach proper stance for control & balance, learn basic paddle strokes, and turning techniques. Fee includes use of all equipment. Bring your own board and receive a $10 discount (must register over the phone to receive discount). Registration is taken online or over the phone. No day of registrations. Jun 18 / 11:30a-2:30p Sat $50 222733 LA Jun 25 / 11:30a-2:30p Sat $50 222733 LB Jul 9 / 11:30a-2:30p Sat $50 222733 LC Jul 16 / 11:30a-2:30p Sat $50 222733 LD Jul 23 / 11:30a-2:30p Sat $50 222733 LE Jul 30 / 11:30a-2:30p Sat $50 222733 LF Aug 6 / 11:30a-2:30p Sat $50 222733 LG

■ INTRODUCTION TO FLY FISHING *NEW* Ages 16+ This workshop is designed for those who are new to fly fishing or have an interest in trying it. It will cover the basics of fly-fishing equipment, casting techniques, tools and safety concerns related to fly fishing. We will compare the differences in fly fishing from spin casting, bait casting and what many think of as traditional fishing. May 14 / 10a-12p Sat $18 209101 KA Jul 16 / 10a-12p Sat $18 209101 KB

■ INTRODUCTION TO FLY TYING Ages 16+ This workshop is designed for those who are new to fly tying or have an interest in it. I will cover the basic skills, tools, and techniques used in fly tying. The participants will use the principals taught to tie two different flies during the workshop. Jun 4 / 10a-12p Sat $18 209101 KC Jul 23 / 10a-12p Sat $18 209101 KD

■ OUTDOOR ADULT FITNESS Ages 14+ We know that health and wellness begin with building healthy communities. Prince William County Parks, Recreation & Tourism offers you best practices for aligning health benefits and total body fitness. All classes are held in a unique outdoor setting at the Neabsco Regional Park. Everyone, of all skill levels, are welcome to attend. Bring a mat, water and a towel the day of the event. Please wear appropriate clothing. In case of inclement weather, class may be canceled. *Outdoor Morning Yoga and Meet the Trainer classes are included in a Sharron Baucom Dale City Recreation Center and/or Chinn Aquatics & Fitness Center 6 or 12 month pass. Registration is required. Pass holders should contact their facility to register. All others, please register in advance. Drop ins are $12, and require reservation. May 4-Jul 13 7a-7:55a May 5-Jul 14 8:30a-9:25a W Meet The Trainer at The Park Th Outdoor Morning Yoga Practice * 218150 NE

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■ TWILIGHT HIKE *NEW* All Ages Join our park naturalists for this fun evening that brings you up close and personal with some of the wetlands best known inhabitants. Look for the signs and listen for the sounds of beavers, owls, deer and other wetland critters, then meet back at our warm fire for a springtime smore. Bring a flashlight, this will be a night hike to remember! Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park pavilion. May be canceled/rescheduled due to inclement weather. Children under 5 free. ADA compatible. May 14 / 6:30p-8:30p Sat $12 209109 NG ■ VIRGINIA BIRD CALLS All Ages Spring is here, and many of our beautiful feathered friends are heading back to Virginia after a long winter away. Join us as our Master Naturalist Candice Lowther discusses some of the amazing birds that call the wetlands home, then listen and learn some of the familiar bird calls while you stroll down the tranquil Neabsco Creek Boardwalk. Bring your binoculars and camera: you don’t want to miss a thing! Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park pavilion. May be canceled/rescheduled due to inclement weather. Kids under age 5 free.

R egistrationLink Bobby Smith

Jun 26 / 8a-10a Sun $10 209109 NH

■ WINGED WONDERS-BIRDING FOR BEGINNERS All Ages Interested in birding? We can get you started. Learn about some of the more common birds that call the Neabsco Creek Boardwalk home. We’ll begin the program learning some basic bird identification skills, then we’ll head to the Boardwalk to see these feathered friends in one of the most places in Prince William County. Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park pavilion. May be canceled/rescheduled due to inclement weather. ADA compatible. Jul 17 / 8a-10a Sun $10 209109 NI

Location Key

■ Lake Ridge Park ■ Neabsco Regional Park Boardwalk ■ Silver Lake Regional Park

Movie in the Park at Catharpin Park

Disney Pixar’s Luca (PG)

Bring the family and a blanket and sit back and enjoy the show! We will have a few food trucks on site or you can bring your own food in as well. June 18 8:30 – 10:45 pm FREE for all ages

Catharpin Park (soccer field #1) • 4805 Sudley Rd, Catharpin