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4-H Camp4-H is the youth development education program of Virginia Cooperative Extension. 4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills. 4-H, the largest comprehensive youth development program in the nation, educates young people, ages 5 to 18, through a variety of experiential techniques that encourage hands-on, active learning.
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4-H Club Programs and Camps4-H is the youth development education program of Virginia Cooperative Extension. 4-H is rich with learning experiences where young people partner with caring adults and volunteers in a fellowship unlike any other program available to youth today. Through 4-H, young people are encouraged to participate in a variety of activities that emphasize 4-H's "learning by doing" philosophy of youth development.
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4-H Programs and Summer Camp4-H is the youth development education program of Virginia Cooperative Extension. 4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills. 4-H, the largest comprehensive youth development program in the nation, educates young people, ages 5 to 18, through a variety of experiential techniques that encourage hands-on, active learning.
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Atlantic Wildfowl Heritage MuseumSeasonal. Art & artifacts documenting the migratory birds that pass through this area of Eastern Virginia.1113 Atlantic Ave Virginia Beach, VA 23451(757) 437-8432
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Bennetts Creek ParkA nature trail, open fields, a fishing and crabbing pier with handicap accessible features, Inclusive Playground, and more.
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Bergey’s Barnyard & BlossomsSpecial Events (including a seasonal corn maze) and Birthday Parties on the Farm. Seasonal baked goods, ice cream and more. The Farmstead indoor space is family-friendly with fun & games that are great for a wide variety of ages. Bergey's barnyard offers an up-close and personal experience with farm animals.
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Bluebird Gap FarmFarm with wild and domesticated animals. Picnic shelter. Regular family programs and free admission. Seasonal special events and storytimes.
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Buckroe Beach & ParkPublic beach and park with kayak/paddleboard rentals, children's playground and picnic areas.
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Camp Outback – Girl Scout CampCamp Outback is offered as a day camp experience for girls each summer. Campers can enjoy hiking on nature trails, be challenged on the fitness trail, climb the 50 foot outlook tower, canoe on Bells Mill Creek or participate in outdoor classroom activities in one of the four outdoor pavilions located on the property.
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Chesapeake 4-H Clubs & Programs4-H provides “learn by doing” opportunities for youth to receive “hands on” experiences through work or activities. 4-H is for all youth, both boys and girls between the ages of 5-18. Summer Camps Available!
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Chesapeake ArboretumA tree sanctuary that hosts an 18th century homestead for enjoyment and education. Extensive walking trails.
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Chesapeake City ParkLarge park in Chesapeake that includes Fun Forest Children's Playground, a Dog Park, Skate Park, Outdoor Stage, Horseshoe Courts and more.900 City Park Drive, Chesapeake, VA 23320(757) 312-0243
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Chesapeake Parks & RecreationArt, Camps, Cooking, Dance, Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Special Needs, Sports, Toddler Programs, Summer Camps, Special Events & more. Homeschool Activities. After School Care available.
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Chesapeake PlanetariumFree Admission to Public Planetarium Programs. Registration required
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City of Hampton Parks & RecreationClasses and activities for all ages, Before/After Care. Summer Camps. Many free and/or low cost events and festivals offered throughout the year from Hampton Parks and Recreation.
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Cole’s Horse Autism Therapy Station (CHATS)A non-profit horse therapy center located in Yorktown, Virginia. Providing services through Movement Method and Horse Boy Method to families with special needs children in a natural, no pressure, judgment-free zone.
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Deep Creek Landing Kayak RentalsOffering kayak rentals to the public. Spend a few hours or the whole day paddling and exploring the calm waters of Deep Creek or the James River, catch some rays, and discover the natural beauty of our local waterways. This is a great activity that is safe for the whole family! Life jackets and instructions are provided before you launch.
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Deer ParkHome of Boundless Playground (wheelchair accessible). Ball fields, picnic areas, fishing, hiking trails.
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Dismal Swamp Canal TrailWildlife refuge with multi-use trails for walking, biking, horseback riding, and an launch area for boating.
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Dream CatchersProvides therapeutic riding and other horse related activities to people with special needs in a caring and safe environment.10120 Fire Tower Road Toano, VA 23168 phone: fax: 757.566.1772 info@dreamcatchers.org757.566.1775
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Easy Does It Ranch & Pungo Equine Rescue and Rehab CenterWe are the Easy Does It Rescue Ranch & Western Riding Academy and we are a full teaching facility (soon to be a 501(c)3 nonprofit status rescue). We have a schooling program for anyone of any age to learn every aspect of the horses. You learn to take care of the horses as if you would own one in the future. Trail Rides available.
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Ebbing TidesBased out of Virginia Beach, Ebbing Tides provides Stand-Up Paddleboards (SUP) sales, rentals, lessons, and tours in the Chesapeake Bay, Lynnhaven Inlet, and the Atlantic Ocean.
DISCOVER VB's coastal ecology on a SUP during our week long day camps. -
False Cape State ParkWildlife, Hiking, Biking, Boating, Educational Programs.4001 Sandpiper Road Virginia Beach, VA 23456(757) 426-7128
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First Landing State ParkSwimming, trails, wildlife, children/family programming. Summer Junior Ranger Camp ages 4-122500 Shore Drive Virginia Beach, VA 23451(757) 412-2300
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Forest School For All Virginia BeachA child led, parent facilitated, forest exploration group. We will occasionally have activities the kids can learn from as they're interested but we defer to the children's lead believing that a child's play is their best work. (Facebook Group)Virginia Beach, VA
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Fort Monroe Casemate MuseumFree Casement Museum Admission. Summer concerts, special events.
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Fox Wire Farm AlpacasTours of the farm are available: Basic, School (field trip), and Custom. We warmly welcome all groups and all ages. Seasonal events and hayrides offered. Summer Camps available.300 Turners Neck Road Toano, VA 23168757-218-4520
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Fun Forest PlaygroundLarge children's playground within Chesapeake's City Park.
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Fun with GoatsFunWithGoats.com is.......
* Goat Yoga
* Painting with Goats
* Story Time with Goats
* Landscaping with Goats
* Private Parties, Corporate Events
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Gosnold Hope Park/Hampton BMX Super TrackPublic park with camping, picnic areas, children's play areas, running trail, BMX Track, and more.
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Grandview Nature PreserveNature preserve, open to the public for free (parking is limited)
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Great Dismal Swamp Refuge/Canal TrailWildlife refuge with multi-use trails for walking, biking, horseback riding, and an launch area for boating.
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Hampton 4H Programs4-H provides “learn by doing” opportunities for youth to receive “hands on” experiences through work or activities. 4-H is for all youth, both boys and girls between the ages of 5-18. Summer Camps available.
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Hampton Roads Homeschool Nature ExplorersWeekly nature group for homeschoolers that meets once a week for group activities, nature walks and free play. Activities are geared towards elementary aged children but younger siblings are welcome.Hampton Roads, VA
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Hampton Roads Nature ClubFamily Nature Clubs worldwide are dedicated to helping people get time in nature back on the family calendar by providing regular opportunities to engage in hikes, paddles, camping trips and other fun outdoor family activities.Portsmouth, VA Norfolk, VA Virginia Beach, VA
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Hampton Roads Nature ClubFamily Nature Clubs worldwide are dedicated to helping people get time in nature back on the family calendar by providing regular opportunities to engage in hikes, paddles, camping trips and other fun outdoor family activities.Portsmouth, VA Norfolk, VA Virginia Beach, VA
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Hampton Roads Nature ClubFamily Nature Clubs worldwide are dedicated to helping people get time in nature back on the family calendar by providing regular opportunities to engage in hikes, paddles, camping trips and other fun outdoor family activities.Portsmouth, VA Norfolk, VA Virginia Beach, VA
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Hermitage Museum & GardensHistoric home with art galleries, gardens, woodlands and wetlands. Art classes, family programming, camps and tours. Check out the brand new Artful Play classes for ages 14-30 months and 2-3 at the Visual Arts Studio!
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Hickory Ridge FarmYou-pick strawberries, pumpkins, sunflowers, Farm market, Educational field trips, birthday parties. Local Produce and local honey. Farm animals and play area daily. Hayrides, barrel train and pony rides
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Hickory Ridge FarmsSpecial Events on the Farm including the Food Truck Rodeos. Cowboy and Cowgirl themed birthday parties for kids including bounce house, hay-ride, farm animals and pony rides.
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Historic Greenbrier FarmFarm and nursery, an event space and a garden center. Also available: Birthday Parties, Fishing, Riding/Walking Trails, a Playground and a Petting Zoo that is always open to the public. Field trips for schools and homeschooled students are available.
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Hoffler Creek Wildlife PreserveHiking trails and kayaking. Children's programs as scheduled. Free admission. Birthday Parties available.
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Homeschool Horticultural SocietyHomeschool Horticultural Society is based out of Hampton Roads, Virginia, and committed to learning about different ways of growing plants and gardening.Norfolk, VA
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Hunt Club FarmPetting Farm with many children's activities including animals, Birdwalk Aviary, and TreeWalk Adventure. Birthday parties. Special Events.
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Huntington Park-BeachHome of Fort Fun Playground, picnic areas, athletic fields, tennis courts, fishing, public beach and rose garden.
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Kay’s Acres, LLCTrail Rides, Horseback Riding Lessons, Mobile Pony Rides and Petting Zoo, Birthday Parties and Special Events on the Farm. Events for families with Special Needs.Kay's Acres, LLC 800 Lummis Road Suffolk, Virginia 23437(757) 932-0551
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King-Lincoln ParkPlaygrounds, Tennis, Basketball Courts, Picnic Areas and Fishing.
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Lake Lawson Lake Smith Natural Area42-acre preserve with more than 12,000 feet of shoreline. Boating, fishing, playground and more.
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Lake Meade ParkA 69 acre park with the largest children's playground in the City, Kidszone Community Playground (Inclusive Playground), Howard Mast Tennis Complex (10 courts, 4 lighted), parking, a walking loop, a skateboard spot, picnic tables, and benches.
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Lone Stars Lake ParkEleven lakes for freshwater fishing, nature trails, a playground, horse trail for horseback riding, archery range, model airplane flying field, a fishing and crabbing pier and more.
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Mariners’ Museum ParkPrivate Park open to the public. Includes Lake Maury & Noland Trail.
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Mount Pleasant FarmsOffering season upick strawberries, blackberries and peaches. During special events pony rides and the barrel train may be available. Playground and farm animals on site.
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Nature MattersNature activities for children and teens with a focus on 1. Having FUN outdoors!
2. Learning about the natural world
3. Getting environmentally INVOLVED. Open to all families in Hampton Roads, meetings take place in Virginia BeachCBF Brock Environmental Center 3663 Marlin Bay Dr Virginia Beach, VA 23455(757) 288-9595 (text preferred) -
Newport News ParkSeveral Playgrounds. Outdoor Programs for all ages. Many free programs including nature exploration and seasonal hayrides. Home of Newport News Park Discovery Center.
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Norfolk Botanical GardenExtensive gardens, walking trails and children's programming within WOW (World of Wonder) Children's Garden. Nature focused Classes, Workshops, and Homeschool programs available.
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Northwest River ParkLocal park in Chesapeake with a playground, boating, fishing, hiking, putt-putt course, horse shoes, volleyball nets. Summer camps available at this location.1733 Indian Creek Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322(757) 421-7151
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Northwest River Park Homeschool Adventure ClubWeekly child-led adventures at Northwest River ParkNorthwest River Park Chesapeake, VA
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Oak Grove ParkLocal park in Chesapeake with a fitness trail for walking, running, biking. Fishing platforms and a kids play area on site.
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Ocean View Fishing Pier & WaterslideFishing, summer fishing camp for kids, location of the Ocean View Waterslide. Birthday parties available (waterslide).
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Organic RootsOrganic Roots offers adult yoga classes and training, special events, & workshops. Also available - a nature kids club, and nature summer camp ages 5-10
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Our Sensory FarmOffering a variety of inclusive outdoor experiences to address sensory, social and play issues, while developing children’s sensory and motor systems. Birthday parties available.Our Sensory Farm 1060 Ballahack Road Chesapeake VA 23322757-705-0814
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Paradise Creek Nature ParkOutdoor Nature Park in Portsmouth VA along the Elizabeth River! Lots of activities for families.1141 Victory Boulevard, Portsmouth, VA 23702(757) 399-7487
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Peninsula SPCA Humane Education Learning Center and Petting ZooAdoption-guarantee shelter, humane education learning center and petting zoo. Educational workshops, scout programs, birthday parties, and science camps.
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Riverview Farm ParkHome of Fantasy Farm Playground, picnic areas, soccer field, hiking trails.
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Rocking Pony StablesHorseback riding lessons, Educational Events, Birthday parties.
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Rocking Pony StablesHorseback riding lessons, Educational Events, Birthday parties.
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Sandy Bottom Nature ParkPark with gardens, lake, wetland marshes, education and wildlife center with boating, fishing, camping and walking trails. Birthday parties available.
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Sea Breeze PoniesA small family farm offering riding lessons, sales, camps and pony school. Ages 4 and up.
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Sleepy Hole ParkNatural areas, trails, lake, children's play area.
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Suffolk 4H Programs4-H Youth Development Program is a community of young people ages 5-18 across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills. Summer Camps may be available.
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Sunny Days FarmAnimal therapy, Event hosting, Riding Lessons. Summer Farm Camp for kids ages 7 to 18
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Sunset Meadow AlpacasFarm visits by appointment.
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Taylor FarmPetting farm. Closed until Spring 2020.
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Teeny Tiny FarmTraveling pony rides and petting zoo
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The Barn LifeRiding Lessons, Horse Training, Summer Camps and Birthday Parties on the Farm.
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The Bunny HutchA zoo that isn't a zoo! The Bunny Hutch combines elements of a zoo, animal adoption, nutrition, pet sitting, animal rehabilitation, grooming, birthday parties, pet walkers, conditioning, community outreach, classes, habitat enrichment, conservation and fun. Summer Camps and Birthday Parties available.
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The Elizabeth River TrailScenic trail through areas of Norfolk with markers providing area history.Norfolk, VA
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The Nature BusGuided Eco Tours in the Coastal Virginia area – offering customizable nature experiences for private-groups & Saturday Escapes tours (on most weekends) that are open to everyone. Summer camps highlighting local nature experiences are available.
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Thisldo FarmRiding lessons - One hour long private lessons with Mrs. Sylvia. Students help groom and tack up the horse, ride, and untack at the end of their lesson. Students will advance through the various stages of riding as their instructor sees fit. Each lesson is tailored to the individual student. All levels are welcome, beginner to advanced! Summer camps available.
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TinkergartenTinkergarten® provides the best early childhood education in the healthiest classroom of all—the outdoors. We match families with leaders in their local community who offer activity-based kids classes that help them develop the skills that matter most—all while having fun! Ages 18 months and up.Chesapeake, VA
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TinkergartenTinkergarten® provides the best early childhood education in the healthiest classroom of all—the outdoors. We match families with leaders in their local community who offer activity-based kids classes that help them develop the skills that matter most—all while having fun! Ages 18 months and up.Virginia Beach, VA
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Triple R RanchTriple R Ranch has been a summer camp in Chesapeake, Virginia since 1960 to offer a time-proven and quality summer experience for campers age 7 to 16. Activities include horseback riding, archery, laser tag and more for exciting, new experiences.
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VB Sea CampPresented by the Oyster Reef Keepers of Virginia. We use our child-sized kayaks, stand up paddleboards, surfboards, nets and explore our local estuarine habitats on every
Sea Camp. All camps are 9 AM – 4 PM. Proceeds support our award winning student oyster restoration program with
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Virginia AquariumHands-on exhibits, outdoor aviary, nature trail, and marshlands. 3D IMAX® Theater. Boat trips, tours, children's programs. Birthday parties and summer camps available. Teen nature conservation programs and opportunities.717 General Booth Blvd Virginia Beach, VA, 23451(757) 385-3474
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Virginia Beach 4H Programs and Camps4-H is the youth development program of the Virginia Cooperative Extension Service conducted by Virginia Tech and Virginia State Universities. It is an informal, hands-on education approach focusing on building lifelong learning skills that develop youths' potential through community clubs, special-interest groups, camps and in-school programs. Projects cover subjects ranging from citizenship, foods and health, to animal sciences. These are "learn-by-doing" programs for youth ages 5-19.? Overnight Camp available.
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Virginia Beach Parks & RecreationClasses, sports and activities for all ages. Many free special events open to the community. Summer Camps and Birthday parties available.
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Virginia Beach PlanetariumPlanetarium with $3 shows for the public, reservations required.
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Virginia Beach SPCALocal SPCA chapter. Birthday party venue. Tours, Special Events, Volunteer Opportunities and Summer Camps offered.
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Virginia Living MuseumHands-on activities, observatory, planetarium, outdoor boardwalk, native plant and conservation gardens, and 250 living species. Birthday parties available. Summer camps. Homeschool Programs.
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Virginia OutsideFishing and outdoor adventure camps ages 7-14.
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Virginia Zoo in NorfolkChildren's Programs, Exotic Animal Exhibits and Themed Gardens. Birthday Parties, Scout Programs, Family-friendly events and Summer Camps available. Teen conservation and volunteer opportunities. Nature Discovery Zone playground. Sensory inclusive support available.
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Wallops IslandChincoteague Bay Field Station is committed to excellence in education and research in the marine and environmental sciences. Maintains marine stations where both field and laboratory investigations of coastal ecosystems are conducted under the supervision of university faculty and qualified marine education instructors. Family, Homeschool, and Summer Camp programs.Chincoteague Bay Field Station 34001 Mill Dam Road Wallops Island, VA 23337(757) 824-5636
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Western Branch ParkLocal park in Chesapeake with playgrounds, basketball courts, pickleball courts, athletic fields and more.4437 Portsmouth Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23323(757) 382-6411
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Weyanoke Bird and Wildflower SanctuaryThe Sanctuary covers about eight acres of land in the western edge of the West Ghent neighborhood. It is open to the public from 9 AM on Saturday until 6 PM on Sunday (5 PM in the winter months).1501 Armistead Bridge Rd Norfolk, VA(757) 364-9406
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What The Farm Kids CampWhat The Farm Kids Camp is a summer, week-long full-day program for children ages 5-12 years old. Campers will work with our experienced farm staff to learn about sustainable agricultural practices, such as caring for our farm animals, collecting eggs, turning compost, planting, weeding, irrigating, harvesting, studying bees and pollinators, and making homemade foods. What The Farm is all about fostering a child’s creativity, natural curiosity, and appreciation for the outdoors… oh, and lots of ORGANIC fun!
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York County Parks & RecreationParks, Programs, Activities and Summer Camps - Art Classes, Yoga for Kids, Action Arts Academy Martial Arts, Youth Basketball, Youth Soccer, Tennis, Summer Programs, Kayaking, Programs for Children with Special Needs
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