Be a Junior Naturalist Hike
Rock Creek Park · Washington, DC
Photo: NPS / Claire JM
Next time
Friday, Oct 16 · 3:30 PM
Local time at the park
About this program
Do you want to connect with nature but you’re not sure how to get started? Do you want to be more present outside and escape the distractions of the modern era? Take a junior naturalist hike with a ranger and learn how to observe and study the natural world around you as you hike between ½ - 1 ½ miles through the Rock Creek Valley. Come prepared with water, appropriate layers, comfortable hiking shoes, and an open mind willing to practice a new skill. Recommended ages 8+.
Walk may be cancelled in the event of bad weather at the discretion of park staff. Feel free to check the Rock Creek Park website the day of to confirm or call the Nature Center (202-895-6070) the day of to confirm. Be sure to leave a voicemail for a callback.
- Where to meet
- The Nature Center and Planetarium is located at 5200 Glover Rd NW Washington, D.C. 20015. Meet the ranger on the front porch.
From the National Park Service.
Upcoming dates
- Friday, Oct 163:30 PM
Schedule from the Rock Creek Park, checked daily. Programs can change, so check before you go.
At the park that day
Sunset
6:30 PM
Friday
- AlertMeridian Hill Park Upper-Level Irrigation Repairs to BeginNPS · Rock Creek Park · 0.4 mi away
- ClosedSingle Lane Closures on South Parkway Near River Farm DriveNPS · George Washington Memorial Parkway · 7.1 mi away
- ClosedNorthbound GWMP Lane Closures Between Spout Run and Route 123 ResumesNPS · George Washington Memorial Parkway · 7.1 mi away
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