Atrium at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens

10:15am - 11:15am Meadowlark Botanical Gardens , Vienna, VA Enjoy free garden admission and a guided walk around Meadowlark Botanical Gardens' 95 acres on Tuesdays. Each 75-minute walk will be over uneven, hilly terrain, have a positive focus, and include a silent, meditative portion and a few interesting... EVENT DETAILS : JUST A WALK - A FREE PEEK AT MEADOWLARK

6:00pm - 7:00pm Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria, VA Join an instructor-led hour-long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. EVENT DETAILS : YOGA ON THE MAGNOLIA TERRACE: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

6:00pm - 8:00pm Reservoir Park, Ashburn, VA Enjoy a nice evening fishing by kayak and taking in the natural beauty of the Beaverdam Reservoir! A fun and memorable outdoor adventure while highlighting natural and historical features unique to the area. This program will be led by NOVA Parks Roving Naturalist, Matt Felperin. Various freshwater species are possible including bluegill, largemouth bass, and channel catfish. We will begin with a brief paddling instruction overview and fishing tips bef

10:00am - 7:00pm Meadowlark Botanical Gardens , Vienna, VA Enjoy a walk with your favorite canine at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens! On Wednesdays, during regular daytime hours, leashed dogs are welcome in the gardens. (Only service dogs are permitted on other days.) Operating hours are 10am to 7pm. Please... EVENT DETAILS : PUP STROLL WEDNESDAYS

6:00pm - 7:00pm Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria, VA Join an instructor-led hour-long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. EVENT DETAILS : YOGA ON THE MAGNOLIA TERRACE: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

6:30pm - 8:30pm Algonkian Regional Park, Sterling, VA Looking for a great sunset photo opportunity? Join a relaxing guided sunset kayak paddle led by ACA certified paddling instructor and NOVA Parks Roving Naturalist, Matt Felperin. Calm evening waters should make this an easy paddle, with lots of wildlife sightings along the way! Participate in a brief paddling instruction overview before heading out. Previous kayak experience suggested, but not required. $40, Ages 12+ EVENT DETAILS : SUNSET KA

7:00pm - 9:00pm Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria, VA Staff members at Carlyle House Historic Park combine their knowledge to create bi-weekly trivia nights throughout the summer in the beautiful gardens of the Carlyle House. Test your knowledge on everything from pop culture to history. EVENT DETAILS : TRIVIA NIGHT AT HISTORIC SITES

10:00am - 12:00pm Winkler Botanical Preserve, Alexandria, VA Celebrate some of Virginia’s most unique and beautiful flowers! Discover why Swamp Rose Mallows are a favorite for pollinators and learn to paint their delicate blooms. Led by NOVA Parks' Roving Naturalist, this event will include a short nature walk... EVENT DETAILS : BRUSHES AND BLOOMS

9:00am - 10:00am Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria, VA Join an hour-long instructor-led Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. EVENT DETAILS : YOGA ON THE MAGNOLIA TERRACE: SATURDAYS

1:00pm - 2:00pm Aldie Mill Historic Park, Aldie, VA Enjoy a special series of programs exploring the life, legacy, and local connections of Colonel James Monroe, America’s 5th president and Aldie resident. Each program features a live portrayal of Monroe by historian Jay Harrison. All programs will be... EVENT DETAILS : MONROE AT THE MILL

8:30am - 9:30am Winkler Botanical Preserve, Alexandria, VA The summer heat is here and so are the birds! Join NOVA Parks' Roving Naturalist for a casual morning bird walk. We’ll be appreciating the season by spotting some summer favorites! Whether you're a seasoned birder or have never used binoculars, this... EVENT DETAILS : MORNING BIRD WALK

10:00pm - 11:30pm Battle of Upperville | Goose Creek Historic Park, Middleburg, VA Join the Roving Naturalist for a late night meteor shower watch party at Goose Creek Bridge Historic Park! Every August, the earth passes through a debris field produced by Comet 109P/Swift-Tuttle; causing the Perseid Meteor Shower. As crazy as it seems, this is the best time to get outside and see the highest volume of meteors. Any earlier in the night, and there is not a whole lot of activity. So, get a good nig

10:15am - 11:15am Meadowlark Botanical Gardens , Vienna, VA Enjoy free garden admission and a guided walk around Meadowlark Botanical Gardens' 95 acres on Tuesdays. Each 75-minute walk will be over uneven, hilly terrain, have a positive focus, and include a silent, meditative portion and a few interesting... EVENT DETAILS : JUST A WALK - A FREE PEEK AT MEADOWLARK

12:30am - 2:30am Reservoir Park, Ashburn, VA Join Matt Felperin, ACA certified Roving Naturalist for a special seasonal paddle tour! Paddle under the stars during the Perseid Meteor Shower and learn more about how this natural phenomenon works as well as find constellations and satellites. We will begin with a brief paddling instruction overview before heading out and taking in the night sky. Previous kayak experience suggested, but not required. $40, Ages 13+ EVENT DETAILS : PERSEID METEOR SHOW

6:00pm - 7:00pm Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria, VA Join an instructor-led hour-long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. EVENT DETAILS : YOGA ON THE MAGNOLIA TERRACE: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

10:00am - 7:00pm Meadowlark Botanical Gardens , Vienna, VA Enjoy a walk with your favorite canine at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens! On Wednesdays, during regular daytime hours, leashed dogs are welcome in the gardens. (Only service dogs are permitted on other days.) Operating hours are 10am to 7pm. Please... EVENT DETAILS : PUP STROLL WEDNESDAYS

6:00pm - 7:00pm Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria, VA Join an instructor-led hour-long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. EVENT DETAILS : YOGA ON THE MAGNOLIA TERRACE: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

9:00am - 1:00pm Bull Run Shooting Center, Centreville, VA This is an NSCA registered Fun Shoot. Come on out for 100 targets on our sporting clays course. Register for $65 and reshoot for $60. Registration starts at 9 am, and participants must be on the course by 1 pm. Per NSCA rules, you will be placed in a... EVENT DETAILS : DOG DAYS OF SUMMER FUN SHOOT

9:00am - 10:00am Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria, VA Join an hour-long instructor-led Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. EVENT DETAILS : YOGA ON THE MAGNOLIA TERRACE: SATURDAYS

12:00pm - 3:00pm Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria, VA On the third Sunday of every month, explore the first floor of Carlyle House at your own pace. Docents will be available throughout the house to answer questions. $5 per person (children under 5 are free) Tickets can only be purchased the day of in... EVENT DETAILS : CARLYLE HOUSE: SELF GUIDED SUNDAYS

10:15am - 11:15am Meadowlark Botanical Gardens , Vienna, VA Enjoy free garden admission and a guided walk around Meadowlark Botanical Gardens' 95 acres on Tuesdays. Each 75-minute walk will be over uneven, hilly terrain, have a positive focus, and include a silent, meditative portion and a few interesting... EVENT DETAILS : JUST A WALK - A FREE PEEK AT MEADOWLARK

6:00pm - 7:00pm Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria, VA Join an instructor-led hour-long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. EVENT DETAILS : YOGA ON THE MAGNOLIA TERRACE: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

10:00am - 7:00pm Meadowlark Botanical Gardens , Vienna, VA Enjoy a walk with your favorite canine at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens! On Wednesdays, during regular daytime hours, leashed dogs are welcome in the gardens. (Only service dogs are permitted on other days.) Operating hours are 10am to 7pm. Please... EVENT DETAILS : PUP STROLL WEDNESDAYS

6:00pm - 7:00pm Carlyle House Historic Park, Alexandria, VA Join an instructor-led hour-long Yoga Class on Carlyle House’s Magnolia Terrace. EVENT DETAILS : YOGA ON THE MAGNOLIA TERRACE: TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

6:00pm - 7:30pm Reservoir Park, Ashburn, VA A mystery animal has been spotted at Reservoir Park! Can you figure out what it is? Put your detective skills to the test as you follow a scavenger hunt filled with clues left behind by local wildlife. Examine tracks, scat, and other signs of animal... EVENT DETAILS : TRAILSIDE DETECTIVES: SCAVENGER HUNT