Nature / Outdoors

from September/October 2020 Leisure Magazine

Arts Council

■ LAKE RIDGE PARK

BEGINNER ARCHERY AGES 8-15 Learn the safe and effective way to handle and shoot recurve and compound bows, while understanding the differences between them. Training provided by National Archery Association certified instructors. Equipment is provided 309101 LA Sat Sep 19-Oct 10 / 10a-12p $93 309101 LB T,Th Oct 20-29 / 5p-7p $93

FISHING 101 AGES 8-14 Come learn the basics of fishing and try your luck on the reservoir. Participants will learn about different types of equipment and learns skills like casting, rigging and baiting a hook. Equipment will be provided to those who need it. 313004 LA Sat Oct 10-17 / 10a-12p $47

■ JAMES S. LONG PARK

JR EXPLORERS SERIES AGES 6-8 Spend the day discovering the world of science & nature. We will explore key educational areas in science, engineering and math. Each month is a different theme. 310302 JA Fabulous Flight T Sep 22 / 1p-3:30p $30 310302 JB Nature Detectives T Oct 20 / 1p-3:30p $30

FAMILY EXPLORERS SERIES AGES 3-5 with Parent Come investigate and interact with the Nature around you. Through hands-on activities, you will discover the wonders of plants and animals and the land where they live. Children must meet age requirements by the first day of the program. Weather appropriate gear is strongly encouraged in addition to bug repellent and sunscreen. Closed-toe shoes are required (boots are awesome) for safety. Join us for an exciting Nature experience! 348001 JB Interesting Insects - What do M,W,F Oct 5-9 $71 caterpillars eat? How does 1p-3p a Praying Mantis capture its prey? How far does the Monarch butterfly actually fly? Come experience the ways of the small things. 348001 JC Fabulous Flight - What is M,W,F Oct 12-16 $71 Flight? Learn how bees, 10a-12p dragonflies, birds, seeds, and other things in Nature use flight to survive. 348001 JD Nature Detective - Who ate M,W,F Oct 19-23 $71 Who? Or What? Search for 1p-3p clues to solve the mysteries of the Forest. 348001 JE Wild and Wacky Weather - M,W,F Oct 26-30 $71 Come discover how wind, 10a-12p water and weather change the landscape around you through observations, experiments and art.

■ LOCUST SHADE PARK

GRŌ IN THE FALL AGES 3-10 Encounter the natural world at Grō in Locust Shade Park. Who lives here, travels through in the fall and what changes happen? Join us to make a fall craft. Please bring a mask and prepare to be outdoors to aid in social distancing. Parent/Guardian free with participating youth. 310304 OA Sat Oct 24 / 2p-4p $12

INTRO TO ARCHERY AGES 8-14 An introduction to Learn the safe, effective way to handle and shoot recurve and compound bows while understanding the difference between them. Training provided by a National Association certified instructor. Rain date will be the following Saturday October 3. 309101 OA Sat Sep 5-26 / 9a-11a $93

INTRO TO FISHING AGES 8-14 An introduction for the first timer or experienced fisherman, this event will cover the basics of pond fishing. Equipment provided but you could bring your lucky rod if you chose too. Rain date will be the following Saturday the 19th. 313004 OA Sat Sep 12 / 9a-12p $20

■ NEABSCO REGIONAL PARK

BEAVERS, BATS & RED-WINGED BLACKBIRDS AGES 6-15 How do beavers, bats and red-winged blackbirds spend their days and nights? Our boardwalk hike will focus on these animals that call Neabsco Creek their home. Bring your binoculars and dress for the weather. Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park pavilion. May be canceled/rescheduled due to inclement weather. Please bring a mask and prepare to be outdoors to aid in social distancing. Parent/Guardian free with participating youth. 309100 QA M Oct 12 / 10a-12p $9

CONSERVATION AGES 6-14 Learn how to be a conservationist while learning how your daily choices impact the environment around you. Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park Pavilion, dressed for the weather. May be canceled/rescheduled due to inclement weather. Please bring a mask and prepare to be outdoors to aid in social distancing. Parent/Guardian free with child participation. 309100 QC Sat Sep 19 / 4p-5p $9

WETLAND WONDERS AGES 6-15 What is a wetland and what does it do? Do you know why it is so important? Can we do without it? Join us for a boardwalk hike as we discover the answers to these questions and more. Bring your binoculars and dress for the weather. Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park pavilion. May be canceled/rescheduled due to inclement weather. Please bring a mask and prepare to be outdoors to aid in social distancing. Parent/Guardian free with child participation. 309100 QD Sat Oct 3 / 4p-5p $9

■ NOKESVILLE PARK

NOKESVILLE PARK BINGO HIKE AND PICNIC AGES 50+ (Active Adults) Bring your friends and join us for a picnic lunch and a Bingo Scavenger Hunt through beautiful Nokesville Park. Fill in your card and receive a special prize. 309100 JA T Oct 6 / 11a-1p $12

■ PAT WHITE CENTER AT BEN LOMOND

OWL PELLET INVESTIGATION AGES 6+ WHO, WHO... wants to join us as we meet and learn about various owl species. There will be a speaker with expert knowledge to answer all questions and curiosities. Patrons will also get the opportunity to dissect and investigate an owl pellet. 348001 BG F Oct 23 / 6p-8p $18

■ SILVER LAKE PARK

ADULT BEGINNER ARCHERY AGES 18+ This class will focus on the basics of archery. It is designed for individuals who have little or no archery experience and would like to learn archery. The main areas of focus will be safety, proper shooting form, differences in equipment, and range etiquette. 309101 KA Sat Oct 17-Nov 7 / 1p-4p $93

USS ARCHERY LEVEL 1: ARCHERY INSTRUCTOR COURSE AGES 18+ Presented by Prince William County Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism and is designed for scouts, and youth organizations involved in archery programs. No prior experience is required. Certification is valid for three years. You’ll learn how to set up and operate a safe short-term archery program, teach new archers, maintain program equipment, and learn common shooting errors and corrections. A new component includes a “drills & skills” section, which aids in training new archers. 309101 KC Sat Sep 26 / 8:30a-4:30p $150 BEGINNER ARCHERY AGES 8-14 Come out and learn basic archery instruction and safety. We will teach you everything you need to know to safely practice archery. We will add new skills and tips each day to build on what’s learned. Learn the proper way to handle and shoot a bow and arrow with National Archery Association certified staff. Equipment is provided. 309101 KB T,Th Sep 29-Oct 8 / 4p-6p $93

BUG DETECTORS AGES 6-12 What do bees, spiders, millipedes, pill bugs, and even crabs have in common? They all belong to the phylum Arthropoda, which means jointed feet. Join us as we learn about these animals by exploring under rocks and trees to find some of our smallest neighbors. 309100 KA F Sep 18 / 6p-7:30p $16 Parent w/ Child

FISHING AGES 8-14 Learn the basics of fishing with a focus on the safe use of fishing equipment. Class includes fishing from dock, bridge and shore. Training provided by experienced fishing staff. Lifejackets are to be worn when fishing from the shore. 313004 KA T,Th Oct 13-22 / 4p-6p $93

TRACKS! AGES 6-8 Wild animals are all around us but most of them hide when they hear or sense danger. Lucky for us, wild animals do leave lots of clues about who they are. Come with us to learn about different footprints left by animals while we explore in the outdoors. 348001 KC Sat Oct 3 / 10:30a-12p $16 Parent w/ Child

BASIC SURVIVAL SKILLS AGES 10-14 What does it take to survive in the wilderness? Join us for a survival scavenger hunt while learning basic skills. Hunt for materials along our trail and practice different methods of fire building. Smores and hot chocolate to follow. 348001 KB F Oct 16 / 6p-7:30p $16 Parent w/ Child

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Ever wonder who is out in the night of a Full Moon? Join us for S'mores and a night hike at the Neabsco Regional Park Boardwalk. Bring your flashlight and dress for the weather. Meet at the Neabsco Regional Park pavilion. May be canceled/rescheduled due to inclement weather. Please bring a mask and prepare to be outdoors to aid in social distancing.

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