PARKS
Naturalist. Learn drawing techniques including color blending, shading, and perspective while practicing your plein-air sketch skills on the trail. Each class is different, and participants are encouraged to attend multiple classes. All art supplies are included in the registration fee. Program takes place indoors with specimens during inclement weather. Meet at the Visitor Center. Su 10:00am-12:00pm 3/8 $15 367703-01 Su 10:00am-12:00pm 4/12 $15 367703-02 Su 10:00am-12:00pm 5/3 $15 367703-03 Birding Banshee Ages 13+ Join Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy for this regular outing that takes place the second Saturday of every month. Varied habitats including streams, woodlands, and fields makes Banshee a birding hotspot. Bring binoculars if you have them. Advanced registration required at loudounwildlife.org/events/ Sa 8:00-10:00am 3/14 Free 967714-01 Sa 8:00-10:00am 4/11 Free 967714-02 Sa 8:00-10:00am 5/9 Free 967714-03 MULTIAGE & FAMILY All Ages Lend your hands to care for our lands! Possible volunteer tasks include invasive plant removal, gardening, painting, trail maintenance, and more. Please dress to work outdoors (closed-toe shoes, long pants, sunscreen, etc.) Minors under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at the Visitor Center. Those new to volunteering should visit: loudoun.gov/ PRCSVolunteer. For those who are already registered in our CERVIS system, visit bit.ly/BRNPSpring2026Volunteer to sign up. Sa 9:00am-12:00pm 3/14 Free 967780-01 Animal Tracks In The Mud Guided Hike All Ages Volunteer Workday “Mud Season” in late March is the perfect time to learn about local animal tracks from a Master Naturalist! We’ll set out on an easy 1-2 mile walk in search of hopping, bounding, waddling, and zig-zagging track makers. Hikers will learn beginner tips & tricks to identify animal tracks and leave with their own pocket guide of prints. Su 9:30-11:00am 3/15 Free 367737-01 Campfire Cooking All Ages Gather around the fire for a fun, hands-on cooking adventure! Learn the story of the “Three Sisters”—corn, beans, and squash—and how Native Americans like the Iroquois grew and used these special crops right here in our region. Then, create your own tasty foil packet meal with your choice of vegetarian ingredients and enjoy campfire cooking together! Register individually (Section-01) or as a family of up to 6 (Section-02). F 6:30-7:30pm 3/27 $10 367735-01 F 6:30-7:30pm 3/27 $40 367735-02 Birding For Beginners Ages 10+ Birding can be intimidating, so let us help get you started! Learn the basics of bird identification and what to look for in the field so that you can confidently call yourself a “birder”. Binoculars not required. Each participant will take home their own field notebook and local bird list. Class includes field time on the trails, rain or shine. Meet at the Education Complex. Sa 8:00-9:30am 4/4 $8 367786-01
BANSHEE REEKS NATURE PRESERVE 21085 The Woods Road, Leesburg, VA 20175 703-737-8894 • loudoun.gov/BansheeReeks Open Daily 8:00am-6:00pm January-March Open Daily 8:00am-8:00pm April-September facebook.com/BansheeReeksNaturePreserve Instagram @BansheeReeksNaturePreserve
PRESCHOOL AGE Wildschooling
Ages 2-6 Join us for experiential learning and hands-on fun outdoors! Every first Thursday of the month we explore a different nature theme through a short hike and outdoor craft. Program fee is per preschool-age participant; parents/guardians are free. Meet at the Education Complex. Th 9:30-10:30am 3/5 $5 367212-01 Th 9:30-10:30am 4/9 $5 367212-02 Th 9:30-10:30am 5/7 $5 367212-03 Stone Soup Ages 2-7 Join us for a playful, hands-on exploration of sharing and collaboration! Listen to the story Stone Soup, discover how vegetables grow, and plant your own pea seed to take home and watch grow. Meet at the Education complex. Program fee is per youth participant; parents/guardians are free. Parent participation required for ages 2-5. Sa 10:30-11:30am 3/14 $6 367242-01 Storytime Gone Wild Ages Infant-6 There’s never been a story time like this! We explore nature stories and wildlife topics each month through interactive hands-on play. Storytime takes place outdoors on the 4th Tuesday each month. After story time, we’ll go on an easy walk in the woods or hang out in the exploration zone. In the event of rain, meet in the Education Complex. Tu 9:30-10:30am 3/24 Free 367211-01 Tu 9:30-10:30am 4/28 Free 367211-02 Tu 9:30-10:30am 5/26 Free 367211-03 ELEMENTARY AGE School’s Out(side): Nature Explorers Ages 6-11 This drop-off program invites youth to enjoy exploring local wildlife, hiking along trails, and creating art from nature when LCPS is closed. Bring your own nut-free picnic lunch and snacks. Meet at the Education Complex. Th 9:00am-1:00pm 3/19 $40 367240-01 F 9:00am-1:00pm 3/20 $40 367240-02 Junior Ranger Ages 6-11 Learn new outdoor skills from a Virginia Master Naturalist while exploring Banshee Reeks. Practice setting up a tent, finding your way out of the woods and identifying wildlife tracks & trails. Class will end with a lesson on how to build a campfire and optional s’mores. Youth can be dropped off at the Visitor Center. Advanced registration required. Sa 2:00-4:00pm 5/16 $15 367241-01
TEEN & ADULT Nature Sketching
Ages 13+ Join us for an in-depth nature sketching course from a Virginia Master
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