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.

For active duty military families, we run monthly outdoor events such as exploring nature, hiking, rafting, yoga, astronomy, bird watching, nature journaling, surfing, visiting national park sites, and much more. Events are located across Hampton Roads and occasionally beyond. There is no fee. Participants must join the Blue Star Neighborhood and register beforehand for a chance to be selected for any event. Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. We would love for you to join us!

We are a Mindful Holistic Whole Brain Developmental Children's Educational Organization created to promote opening social and emotional awareness and educational play in a stress-free, balanced, nature-focused environment for ages 18months-17 years. Brave New School5.0Based on 6 reviewspowered by Google

Scouting Programs and Summer camps, open to Girl Scouts and non-Girl Scouts ages 6 and up.

Family 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.

Hampton Roads Urban Agriculture is a non profit organization that is committed to reducing food insecurity within the Hampton Roads area, through urban farming, educational programming, and by creating a sustainable food system. We manage community gardens that are utilized to train veterans and community members in growing their own food or starting a small scale  farm. We offer programs around healthy eating, over 80% of the food grown in the garden is given away to those in need. We are working to launch our Drones in Agriculture program  for at-risk youth as a way to expose them to careers in agriculture, STEM, coding, healthy eating as well as our youth farmers market entrepreneurship  program. Youth summer programs available.

Hiking trails and kayaking. Children's programs as scheduled. Free admission. Birthday Parties available. Seasonal kayak rentals are available, weather permitting. Life jackets and paddles are provided. Bring your own kayak for a small launch fee. Visit the Hoffler Creek website for the most current opportunities.

Outdoor Nature Park in Portsmouth VA along the Elizabeth River! Lots of activities for families including: Restored Wetlands For Paddling And Nature-Watching 2 Miles Of Handicap-Accessible Trails Fred W. Beazley River Academy Wetland Learning Lab Earthworks Mound Picnic Pavilion Urban Tree, Butterfly & Fitness Trails Kayak Launch Close To Parking Educational Displays Free River-Friendly Parking Boardwalk And Wetland Footbridge Wildflower Meadow Picnic Tables River-themed playground with original mural