Sunday March 8
Adventures in Birding
(11-15 years), 8:30-10am. Enter the amazing world of birding. Join experienced naturalists to scan the skies, explore the wetland, and search the forest for birds. Learn about bird biology and identify birds by sight and sound. Binoculars and field guides recommended. Reservations required. Cancelled if rain. $6

Monday March 23
Young Explorers - Backyard Birds
(6-9 yrs.), 3:15-4:30pm. Through indoor and outdoor activities learn more about these lovely local visitors. Reservations required. Cancelled if rain. $4

Wednesday March 25 and Thursday March 26
Nature Detectives - Backyard Birds
(3-5 yrs.), 10-10:45am. Through story, activity and a craft, learn more about these lovely local visitors. Reservations required. $6

Tuesday April 7-Thursday April 9
Spring Break Camp - Wildlife Watchers
(6-9 yrs.), 9:30-noon. The park is waking from the cold winter; birds are singing, plants are greening up and amphibians are emerging from hibernation. Experience this seasonal excitement through nature activities, walks and crafts. Sponsored by FOHMP. Reservations required. $85

Monday April 13
Young Explorers - Fish
(6-9 yrs.), 3:15-4:30pm. Through a story and walk learn about these important wetland residents. Reservations required. Canceled if rain. $4

Wednesday April 15 and Thursday April 16
Nature Detectives - Fish
(3-5 yrs.), 10-10:45am, Huntley Meadows Visitor Center, 703-768-2525. Through story, activity and craft learn more about these fascinating animals. Reservations required. $6

Friday April 17
Night Hike for Teens
(12-16 years), 7:30-9:30pm. Nighttime in the wetland is a blast! Hike the park after dark with master naturalist Kathi McNeil. Look for hunting bats, gnawing beavers, and listen for owls, while enjoying themed snacks. Bring a flashlight. Reservations required. Cancelled if rain. $4

Saturday April 18
Boy Scout Fly Fishing Merit Badge
9am-6pm. Learn the beautiful art of fly tying and fly fishing. This day-long session will cover the ten Boy Scouts of America badge requirements. If time permits, we may fish at a nearby pond. Reservations required. Limit 15. $50/scout

18 Monday May 18
Young Explorers - Snakes
(6-9 yrs.), 3:15-4:30pm, Huntley Meadows Visitor Center, 703-768-2525. Through a story and walk learn about these athletic hunters. Reservations required. Canceled if rain. $4

Wednesday May 20 and Thursday May 21
Nature Detectives - Snakes
(3-5 yrs.), 10-10:45am. Through story, activity and craft learn about these beautiful and astonishing hunters. Reservations required. $6