Hanson Halloween Hunt All Ages They’re back! Hanson Park has once again been overrun by pumpkins but this time they brought their friends. Can you find all the pumpkins and ghouls in Hanson Park? M-Su 7:00am-7:00pm 10/24-10/31 Free 174722-01 Pumpkin Decorating All Ages Join us at the Hanson Park Nature Center for a family-friendly pumpkin decorating event. There will be stickers, paint, and carving materials available for you. The fee covers one pumpkin. F 4:30-6:30pm 10/24 $5 174704-01 Sa 1:00-3:00pm 10/25 $5 174704-02 Luminary Walk All Ages Take a leisurely self-paced lantern-lit walk around the pond to learn about the various ways lights are used in traditions around the world. Sa 4:30-6:30pm 11/8 Free 174725-01 Planetarium - All About Auroras All Ages Bask in the glow of our virtual aurora. Find out what auroras are, and the danger that lurks within. Bring a blanket and come in your coziest pajamas and lay back as the colorful lights dance around you. Registration required for all participants. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Chairs are available upon request to hansonpark@loudoun.gov. Su 5:30-6:30pm 11/9 $10 174701-02 Owl Prowl All Ages Join a guided evening walk to learn about the secretive lives of owls. Mimic distinct owl hoots and see if anyone in the woods calls back. Find out why owls are important and how you can help keep them safe. F 4:30-6:00pm 11/14 $8 174706-01 NATURE CENTER Visit the Hanson Park Nature Center Monday–Saturday from 10:00am-4:00pm to meet our animal ambassadors, engage in the many activities, and learn about our local ecosystems. The Nature Center has free Nature Explorer Kits and Disc Golf discs available for day rental. Birthday Celebrate your birthday at Hanson Park! Our birthday party package includes a 1-hour staff-led activity which could include meeting animal ambassadors, creating a campfire, or going on a dinosaur hunt. Email hansonpark@loudoun. gov to learn more. Field Trip Schedule your field trip today at Hanson Park! Students have the opportunity to plant in our garden, go on a nature walk, meet an ambassador animal, and more. Field trips can complement LCPS SOL’s. Email hansonpark@loudoun.gov to learn more. Traveling Naturalist Our Naturalist can come to you! Are you interested in a planetarium, animal, or other program to inspire your school? Email hansonpark@loudoun.gov to learn more. Scout Programs Activities are available for all scout levels and multiple scouting organizations such as Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, and American Heritage Girls. These programs can fulfill requirements for many adventures, journeys, badges etc. Email hansonpark@loudoun.gov to learn more. Private Planetarium Do you have a group wanting to learn more about our universe? The private planetarium is perfect for you! Email hansonpark@loudoun.gov to learn more.
all ages. Registration is required to volunteer by using the following link: cerv.is/0403x835 Sa 1:00-4:00pm 9/27 Free 174728-01 Bark Ranger All Ages Does your pup have what it takes to earn their Bark Ranger badge? Find your pack on this guided dog walk and discussion about responsible dog recreation in Hanson Park. All well-mannered, dog-friendly dogs are invited! Th 10:00-11:00am 10/2 $5 174729-01 Turtle Walk & Talk All Ages Fall is the best time of year to find box turtles in Hanson Park! Meet our ambassador box turtle, Boop, and learn about what makes turtles so turtle-y awesome! Then hike the trails to search for some of the Park’s resident turtles. Th 1:00-2:30pm 10/2 $8 174730-01 Introduction To Skull ID Ages 10+ Learn the basics of animal skull identification in this class. All participants will receive their very own 3D printed animal skull. Sa 2:00-3:30pm 10/4 $12 174731-01 Fungus Walk All Ages Is there a fungus among us? There is! Explore the colorful and weird world of fungi as we stroll through the Hanson Park Forest on a guided walk. This will not be a foraging walk. Sa 10:30-11:30am 10/11 $5 174718-01 Cryptid Tales Ages 8+ Gather ‘round the campfire and hear tales of cryptids from far and wide in this spooktacular program. S’more materials are provided. F 7:00-8:00pm 10/17 $5 174721-01 Planetarium - Mysteries Of Our Universe All Ages Join us in the planetarium as we unravel the exciting mysteries within our universe. The ever-changing moons, planets, and stars hold many secrets. Bring a blanket and come in your coziest pajamas and lay back as we explore these beautiful worlds. Registration required for all participants. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. Chairs are available upon request to hansonpark@ loudoun.gov. Sa 5:30-6:30pm 10/18 $10 174701-01 Murder Mystery Ages 13+ Join us for an interactive murder mystery! Step into the shadowy streets of 1947 and unravel the chilling mystery of A Vintage to Die For! When a bloodless victim is discovered under the unyielding gaze of Detective Van Helsing, the fog thickens – not just in the air but in the mind. Can you help uncover the truth before the fog consumes him- and you? This murder mystery is PG-13. Email HansonPark@loudoun.gov to learn more. Viewer discretion is advised. Su 1:00-4:00pm 10/19 $45 174732-01
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