The calendar may say September, but the days are still hot (and so are the programs) at False Cape State Park. Check out these great opportunities to visit this natural wonder at the edge of Virginia Beach:
Early Bird Kayak Paddle
Saturday, September 5, 8:00-11:00 a.m.
Saturday, September 26, 8:00-11:00 a.m.
Explore Back Bay and its marshes by kayak and observe birds and other wildlife in and around the bay. Kayaks and equipment are provided – no paddling experience is necessary. Trip meets at Little Island City Park in Sandbridge. Reservations are required; please call the park at (757) 426-7128 to sign up
Cost: $16/person
Sunset/Moonrise Kayak Paddle
Sunday, September 6, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Take a paddle by moonlight and listen to the night sounds as nocturnal wildlife emerges. Kayak equipment is provided and no paddling experience is necessary. Cost is $16/person. Reservations are required; please call (757)426-7128 to sign up.
Sunset Kayak Paddle
Monday, September 7, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 12, 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 13, 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Monday, September 27, 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Explore Back Bay and its marshes by kayak at False Cape State Park as the sun is setting over the bay. Kayaks and equipment are provided – no paddling experience is necessary. Trip meets at Little Island City Park in Sandbridge. Reservations are required; please call the park at (757) 426-7128 to sign up
Cost: $16/person
Wild Women Weekend at False Cape State Park
September 18-20, 2009
False Cape State Park invites women to discover the natural and cultural history of Virginia’s Outer Banks during a weekend dedicated to women in the outdoors. Explore and learn new skills by participating in activities such as beachcombing, wild food sessions, nature walks, yoga and kayaking. Lodging and all meals are provided at the Wash Woods Environmental Education Center, which overlooks Back Bay. This weekend is open to women 21 years and older. For registration information and a weekend schedule, call False Cape State Park at (757) 426-7128. Cost for the weekend is $150. Space is limited, so register early!
International Coastal Cleanup
Sunday, September 20, 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Come join us for the 24th International Coastal Cleanup. Guests will be picked up at Little Island City Park at 9am and returned at 2 pm. Space is limited; please call the park to sign up. There is no fee to attend this event.