(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Come get your bug on, hunting for insects of all shapes, sizes, and colors in the meadow. Bring your catch back to the naturalist to help identify and learn more about what you found. Be sure to wear sunscreen, a hat, and bring along some water to drink. Nets and other equipment provided. Drop by anytime during ...
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Kids and families of all ages are welcome to drop-in to the Fall Harvest Family Day. Enjoy free admission to the Woodlawn Museum and hands-on activities include churning butter, filling a harvest basket, and decorating a cardboard pumpkin.
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Fall is filled with festivities. Join us as we press fresh apple cider, make pumpkin bird feeders, create a scarecrow for your front yard, make creepy crafts, and go on a spooky skull hike. Make a scarecrow to decorate your yard. You supply the clothes and creativity and we will supply the straw and craft supplies.
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us for the magic of the full moon for a hike and campfire on each Friday nearest to the full moon. Feel free to bring your own hot dogs or food to warm over the fire, and we’ll provide marshmallows. Please register and pay for adults and children. Ages 10 and up.
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Who’s out and about in Wheaton Regional Park once the sun sets? Join us for an evening experience to find out! Please note that each month focuses on a different theme! This month - bats! Adults and children must register.
(DC) (District Department of Energy and Environment) Experience all the amazing activities the islands offer including paddling, nature walks, fishing, scavenger hunts, and so much more!
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Join us for the Strathmore Local Park re-opening celebration and check out the new improved soccer field, basketball and soccer court, new playground, and loop path. There will be a speaking program, pumpkin decorating, and treats. Costumes are encouraged!
(VA) (Fairfax County Parks) (13 and adult) Enjoy a new perspective of fall colors at Lake Accotink this season aboard one of our kayaks. Our expedition takes us to the northern part of the lake to see glorious natural tunnels of orange, yellow and red leaves. Previous kayak experience is necessary.
(VA) (NOVA Parks) Come camp Bull Run Campground for the annual Halloween Weekend! Enjoy an outdoor movie showing, haunted trail, trick or treating, a site decorating contest, a gourmet s'mores bar, and more!
(VA) (Arlington Parks) We'll visit our classroom to learn about nocturnal animals then walk the trails to see if we can find them in the dark. Bundle up, it can become very cold. Families.
(VA) (Arlington Parks) Join us for a 'Spooktacular' evening of fun learning about nighttime animals and cultural festivities surrounding nature this time of the year. Later time will be just as fun and a little bit spooky for families with older children. Families.
(MD) (Montgomery Parks) Celebrate the fall season and the spirit of Halloween with botanical-themed fun for the whole family. Dress in your favorite costume, trick-or-treat at the indoor activity stations, participate in arts-and-crafts projects, and conduct hands-on investigations to learn more about the spooky science of the fall season.
