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Join a local bird enthusiast as we visit a top-ten Chesapeake birding hotspot to look for early spring migrants as well as lingering winter visitors. We will walk through the Chesapeake Arboretum trails identifying birds by sight and sound. If […]
Survival Skills: Water Treatment at Northwest River Park April 18 | 10:00 a.m. - Noon In this program you will gain hands-on experience with different styles of water filtration and purification that would best suit your needs. For ages 12 […]
Students and a special woman in their lives, (mom, grandma, aunt, etc.), will spend the evening creating their very own crafted masterpiece. Students and their “she” will work together while following easy step-by-step instructions. All craft supplies are included. Note: […]
Celebrate our radiant world as we learn about rainbows. We will discuss what it takes to make a rainbow, take a hike through the forest, then end with a colorful craft. $10 per child. Nature Academy in Nature's Classroom is […]
Come join us for the grand reopening of the Williamson Farmhouse. Join us for an evening of Chesapeake Arboretum history, bluegrass music, cow friends, a cow costume contest, ice cream on the lawn, and more!
Come join the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers (BBAA) for our monthly public solar viewing event! This event is one of the few ways to safely view oure closest star! We will have the equipment to allow safe, enjoyable solar viewing […]
Welcome to the newest old farmers market in Chesapeake at the beautiful Battlefield Park South by the Great Bridge Bridge on the Intracoastal Waterway! Seasonal produce, fresh meats, sourdough, sauces, honey and jams, baked treats, microgreens, soaps, candles, jewelry, and […]
Create your very own masterpiece by following easy step-by-step instructions. Juice and a light snack will be provided. All painting supplies are included in the class fee. $25 Age 8 - 15
Family, friends, and neighbors are cordially invited to come and celebrate Bike Month with the Chesapeake Bicycle/Trails Advisory Committee and Chesapeake Parks, Recreation and Tourism. Bring your bike and enjoy over 8 miles of paved trails and great family-friendly bike […]
The Conquer The Canal Time Trial is a VCA BAR Event as well as the second race in the Mid-Atlantic TT (MATT) Series. The event will be held rain or shine. The course is a flat,12 mile out-and-back time trial. […]
Free public Skywatch, everyone is welcome to attend. Star and planet watching will begin around sunset. For those who would like some help with new telescopes or just want to learn how telescopes work, come early, about 60 minutes before […]
Learn how to catch a crab using handline, bait, and net! We will discuss Blue Crab biology, hand out supplies, then spread out along the fishing pier to do some crabbing. Handlines are yours to keep at the conclusion of […]
Join us for a family-friendly program where we explore local history on a bike! May is National Bike Month and National Historic Preservation Month. We encourage participants to bring their own bikes and personal safety equipment. This program is limited […]
Join us as our park naturalists lead us through the Chesapeake Arboretum. All ages are welcome to enjoy! Dress for the weather. Tour is Free and open to the public, Registration is required. Registration opens April 30 to May 29.
Come join the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers (BBAA) for our monthly public solar viewing event! This event is one of the few ways to safely view oure closest star! We will have the equipment to allow safe, enjoyable solar viewing […]
Model trains and track displays will be presented for train lovers of all ages. The Cape Henry Model "A" Ford club will be offering rides from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Enjoy model train layouts from Tidewater O Gauge Association […]
Free public Skywatch, everyone is welcome to attend. Star and planet watching will begin around sunset. For those who would like some help with new telescopes or just want to learn how telescopes work, come early, about 60 minutes before […]
Learn how to catch a crab using handline, bait, and net! We will discuss Blue Crab biology, hand out supplies, then spread out along the fishing pier to do some crabbing. Handlines are yours to keep at the conclusion of […]
Come join the Back Bay Amateur Astronomers (BBAA) for our monthly public solar viewing event! This event is one of the few ways to safely view oure closest star! We will have the equipment to allow safe, enjoyable solar viewing […]