After a week of snow, it is time to get back to outdoor fun. Whether you want to take a hike or enjoy an early Valentine’s Day celebration with some chocolate and scotch, these five park events will be fun for the whole family.
Drive-In Family Game Nights
Wednesday, 6:30 p.m.
Skip the board games and enjoy a night of bingo. Just bring along your marker and pick up a board for a night of family fun. If you get bingo, make sure to honk your horn and flash your lights to call your win. // Dorothy Hart Community Center: 408 Canal St., Fredericksburg; $5 per player
Beautiful Handmade Arts
Thursday, 10-11 a.m.
Break out your art supplies for a creative day at the park. Get inspired by the history of the park by creating a piece that reflects the season or month. // Ellanor C. Lawrence Park: 5040 Walney Road, Chantilly; $8
Tundra Swan Hike
Saturday, 11 a.m.-noon
Pack on the layers for a hike to the marsh. The one-mile trek will allow participants to catch a glimpse of the park’s Tundra Swans and other local creatures. Guests are asked to wear a mask and follow social distancing protocols. // Mason Neck State Park: 7301 High Point Road, Lorton; free
Scotch and Chocolate Tasting
Saturday, 3 p.m.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day a day early with this special tasting. Guests will pair delicious malts with decadent chocolates for enhanced flavors. // Colvin Run Mill Historic Site: 10017 Colvin Run Road, Great Falls; $45
Geocache Adventure
Sunday, 11 a.m.-noon
Get the family together for a fun geocaching adventure. Explore the park with your GPS unit to help find the secret boxes. This program will be limited to 10 people. // Mason Neck State Park: 7301 High Point Road, Lorton; free
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