Get out on the water, contemplate the stars, play GPS games or learn to be Survivorman with the programs offered at False Cape State Park.
Early Bird Kayak Paddle
Thursday, August 13, 8:00-11:00 a.m.
Thursday, August 20, 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 Kayak Paddle
Friday, August 14, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Sunday, August 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Friday, August 21, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 23, 5:00-8:00 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
Stars of Tonight
Saturday, August 15, 7:30-10:00 p.m.
Observe the night sky without the bright city lights on the remote beach at False Cape State Park and look for stars, meteors, planets, and constellations with park staff. Program meets at Little Island City Park in Sandbridge for transportation into False Cape. Pre-registration is required; please call (757) 426-7128 to sign up.
Cost: $10/person.
Finding Your Way
Saturday, August 15, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Learn to navigate in the outdoors using Global Positioning System (GPS) technology! Finding Your Way is an introduction to using a GPS while discovering False Cape State Park. A great family program, fun for both kids and adults! After learning the basics, there will be games and activities that use your new skills. GPS units are provided. Pre-registration is required; please call (757) 426-7128 to sign up.
Cost: $11 per person or $16 per family
Wilderness Survival Adventures
Saturday, August 22, 9:00 a.m.-Noon
Discover essential outdoor survival techniques! Learn to use native plants for food, find water, make fire without matches and enhance your observation skills. Pre-registration is required; please call (757) 426-7128 to sign up. Participants will meet at Little Island City Park for transportation into False Cape.
Cost: $10/person