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4-H is the youth (ages 5 to 19) 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. During the summer, 4-H offers a range of day and residential (overnight) camps.
Traveling petting zoo experience, unicorn rentals, floral mini donkeys for weddings, Peru llamas & alpacas, easter bunnies & animals, etc. Available for birthday parties, church events, summer camp programs, daycare centers, church or community events, school visits, photography sessions with your favorite photographers, special appearance surprises for your best friend and more.
Located in Newport News and serving all of Hampton Roads.
The Peninsula's Only Cat Cafe and Lounge. Birthday parties and special event space available.
Offering 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.
Home of Boundless Playground (wheelchair accessible). Ball fields, picnic areas, fishing, hiking trails.
Scouting Programs and Summer camps, open to Girl Scouts and non-Girl Scouts ages 6 and up.
Home of Fort Fun Playground, picnic areas, athletic fields, tennis courts, fishing, public beach and rose garden.
Playgrounds, Tennis, Basketball Courts, Picnic Areas and Fishing.
Private Park open to the public. Includes Lake Maury & Noland Trail.
Montessori in Nature is an inclusive outdoor playgroup & co-op inspired by the Montessori philosophy, Forrest school, and respectful parenting. They meet outdoors on Mondays at 10:30am as well as one Saturday a month. They also occasionally have field trips and park play dates on Fridays. This group is designed for ages birth- six but siblings are welcome. They hold play-date meet-ups, hikes, and various nature adventures on and around the peninsula.
Several Playgrounds. Outdoor Programs for all ages. Many free programs including nature exploration and seasonal hayrides. Home of Newport News Park Discovery Center.
Adoption-guarantee shelter, humane education learning center and petting zoo. Educational workshops, scout programs, birthday parties, and science camps.
Home of Fantasy Farm Playground, picnic areas, soccer field, hiking trails.



