March 06 - April 24, 2024
After-School Program - Spring Adventure in the Park
Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation • 6901 Hopkins Road North Chesterfield, VA 23234 Organized by Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation
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About this event
Description
We're sorry, but this activity is over. The last meeting was Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
Feeling cooped up with the winter blues? Come get a taste of spring adventuring in the park systems with this 7-week after-school program for kids ages 11-14. Meets on Wednesdays in March and April. All equipment, except for bikes, is provided. Parents are responsible for transporting participants to and from the various locations. (No program April 3rd of Spring Break)March 6th – Wildlife: Rockwood Park - Get an insider’s tour of Rockwood Nature Center, learn about Virginia’s native wildlife, then go for a hike in the park to see if we can spot some in their natural habitats.
March 13th - Vernal pool hike: Dutch Gap Conservation Area - Take a short hike to see if you can find life springing up - see if you can spot any early flowers along the trail or frog eggs and larval salamanders in temporary ponds.
March 20th – Bike: Virginia Capital Trail - Get a taste of the Virginia Capital Trail on this 4-mile out and back paved trail from Dorey Park to Four Mile Creek Park; grab an ice cream from the Dairy Queen to fuel up for your return ride.
March 27th – Archery: Rockwood Park – try your hand, and your aim, at archery at our archery range at Rockwood Park.
April 10th – Team Building: Challenge Course - Check out our Challenge Course for a series of fun low-element obstacles – see how well you work together to solve a series of puzzles and challenges.
April 17th – Rock Climb: James River Park System – harness up and see how high you can climb Manchester Wall while being belayed by professional staff.
April 24th – Kayak: Dutch Gap Conservation Area - Paddle on sit-on-top kayaks to explore the lagoon, search for sunken treasure, and find your way through the maze.
Activity Family
Explore on Land
Age and Gender
Ages 11-15 · Co-Ed