Salamander Meander
Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, VA, United StatesLearn about Salamanders
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Salamander Meander
Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, VA, United StatesFor centuries humans have created myths and legends about the salamander, even giving them a name that means “lives in fire.” With more than 50 different species, Virginia is a wonderful place to investigate the secretive and fascinating world of salamanders. Meet at the Stock Creek Recreational Area. Please wear closed-toe shoes and expect to get wet.
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Lover’s Leap Hike
Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, VA, United StatesHike to Lover's Leap and hear the legend of the star-crossed lovers.
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Lover’s Leap Hike
Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, VA, United StatesHear the tale of the star-crossed lovers that the trail is named after and view the tunnel from above. Hike along the mostly paved trail to the overlook and learn about the legend behind the name. The trail does have steps and is just under a one-mile round trip. Please wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.
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Pretty Problem in the Park
Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, VA, United StatesInvasive Species Awareness Week. Multiflora Rose is a beautiful - but damaging - plant native to East Asia that has found its roots here in Virginia. Join rangers in an effort to eradicate this “pretty” problem in the park. All equipment will be provided but is limited
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, VA, United StatesJoin an interpretive ranger on a scavenger hunt through the park’s less-explored trails to find all of the colors, shapes, and sizes that are found in nature. How many will you find?
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Nature Scavenger Hunt
Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, VA, United StatesJoin an interpretive ranger on a scavenger hunt through the park’s less-explored trails to find all of the colors, shapes, and sizes that are found in nature. How many will you find?
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Frog Frenzy
Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, VA, United StatesJoin park guides on a walk to listen to the sounds of spring, the calls of the frogs. Discover how various frog species found around the park call differently than one another and use specially formed habitats as breeding grounds. Please wear shoes and clothing you don’t mind getting dirty.
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Origami Seed Pods
Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, VA, United StatesLearn ways to help reduce your usage of wood products and how you can recycle those that you do. Participants will have the opportunity to craft a seed pot from newspaper to plant at home to kick off the springtime growth season.
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Pinecone Bird Feeders
Natural Tunnel State Park 1420 Natural Tunnel Parkway, Duffield, VA, United StatesWelcome spring migrants back by making a bird feeder inspired by nature.
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