National Kids to Parks Day

2026-05-16 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Pocahontas State Park 10301 State Park Rd. Chesterfield, Virginia

Bring your family to Pocahontas State Park to celebrate National Kids to Parks Day. Join us for a day full of hands-on activities. Explore the outdoors and learn from a ranger about a variety of fun activities you can participate in while at the park. Complete three of the activities to complete a Junior Ranger book and be sworn in by a park ranger. Backyard Bass (10:00-11:00 a.m.): Practice your casting and reeling in the grass. We provide the fishing poles and plastic fish for this competitive game. There is no actual fishing during this activity, so no fishing license is required. This game is fun for all ages. Crafts Table (11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.) Fire Starters (12:00-1:00 p.m.): Learn basic campfire safety and make easy, customizable fire starters. This program is suitable for all ages; we've got all the materials you will need. Creepy Crawlies (2:00-3:00 p.m.): These creatures might give you the creeps, but they play crucial roles in our ecosystem. Come learn why they're nature's hidden heroes. Please call (804) 796-4472 or email [email protected] for more information. Know Before You Go: Before your visit, find the most up to date health and safety information here: https://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/besafe