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Hoo-hoo-hoo is out there making those noises in the evening? What sights and sounds can we expect to witness as the sun dips below the horizon? Well - there's only one way to find out! Come join us as we […]
What are they up to during this time of the year? Which ones do we have in this area? Do all of them hoot when they call? Swoop on into the Discovery Center to learn all about our silent aerial […]
Join us at the Discovery Center to learn about the fascinating lives of the lizards living here in Newport News Park. What do they eat? How do they protect themselves from danger? Where do they like to live? Come and […]
Bring your young nature lover to Newport News Parks Discovery Center for our nature story time! On the second Wednesday of each month (March-November) well have a new picture storybook about animals and their adventures in nature. Afterwards, we'll embark […]
People can get a little nervous when seeing a yellow and black flying insect nearby. However, there are many species of bees and wasps who provide a very important service for us humans, free of charge. They'll help pollinate the […]
Some people may be bugged by bugs, but many of them can actually be very helpful and handy to have around. They come in all shapes and sizes, and constitute thousands of different species. However, some of the things that […]
The shallow waters of the Newport News Park reservoir are a paradise for turtles - lots of living space, plenty to eat, and plenty of places to hide, swim or soak up the sun! Did you know we have 6 […]
Bring your young nature lover to Newport News Parks Discovery Center for our nature story time! On the second Wednesday of each month (March-November) well have a new picture storybook about animals and their adventures in nature. Afterwards, we'll embark […]