Mother’s Day Walk with a Naturalist

Stroll with a naturalist exploring the less traveled trails around Hidden Oaks Nature Center. Hidden Oaks Nature Center is located in the heart of Fairfax County, a few minutes inside the Capital Beltway. The woods surrounding the center feature an easy loop trail 1/3 mile long.

The Park is rich in history. While strolling through the woods, visitors can view a railroad embankment built just before the Civil War. This railway, never completed, is part of the Virginia and National Historic Landmark Manassas Gap Railroad.

Hidden Oaks Nature Center also serves as an information source for the public on local flora and fauna. Students are welcome to use the resource library for research projects.

Event will be held from 12:30 to 2 p.m on May 9th. You’ll see evidence of pre-Civil War activity, clues to the land use of yesteryear and why wildlife uses this stream valley as a natural highway. Bring your binoculars. The cost is $5 per person. To reserve, call 703-451-9588.

Hidden Oaks Nature Center

7701 Royce Street
Annandale, VA 22003-1575, United States
(703) 941-1065

photo credit: Paulo Brandão