NOVA Parks News

NOVA Parks Connects Underserved Children with Nature Through Programming

kids with naturalist at Upton Hill Regional Park

NOVA Parks is partnering with the Arlington Regional Master Naturalists, Northern Virginia Audubon Society, the NAACP Arlington Branch, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington to help underserved children connect with nature.

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NOVA Parks is partnering with the Arlington Regional Master Naturalists, Northern Virginia Audubon Society, the NAACP Arlington Branch, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington to help underserved children connect with nature.As part of a series of programs of Upton Hill Regional Park, children learn to use a compass, identify animal habitats, and meet live animals. This program is strongly connected to the mission of all the partnering groups and is a key objective of NOVA Parks’ 5-year Strategic Plan.

Summer Camp registration is now open!

Due to high demand, spots fill fast! To save time during registration, create a user account and complete the camper information prep questions in advance. Visit the 'Registration' tab on each camp's webpage for details.

Ice & Lights' Daytime Ice Skating

Enjoy gliding on the ice at Cameron Run Regional Park, just minutes from Old Town Alexandria! Open weekends and holidays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., through February 23, including Presidents' Day! Tickets are only available for purchase online.