UPCOMING EVENTS
GO BIRDING DAY TALK & WALK
April 27
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Interested in birding but not quite sure where to start? Celebrate Go Birding Day at HCWP with this introductory course, led by Dr. Shawn Dash, that will cover all of the basics. The trails of Hoffler Creek, where over 200 species of birds have been found, offer the perfect environment to put your newfound skills to the test.
$15
MINDFUL MEDITATION SERIES
April 28-3rd Session
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
In addition to learning basic techniques, we will review the well-documented medical evidence that meditation practice reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and actually slows the aging process. Attend one class or all, free, with donations to Hoffler Creek welcome.
FREE
MINDFUL MEDITATION SERIES
May 5-4th Session
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
In addition to learning basic techniques, we will review the well-documented medical evidence that meditation practice reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and actually slows the aging process. Attend one class or all, free, with donations to Hoffler Creek welcome.
FREE
SUNSET PADDLE
May 5
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Join our experienced guides for a kayak tour of Hoffler Creek as the day winds down. Wrap up the evening by catching the sunset over the Monitor-Merrimac Bridge-Tunnel from the James River.
$40
EARLY BIRD WALK
May 11
7:45 am - 10:00 am
Take a stroll around Lake Ballard and beyond with local birding experts (or by yourself) to identify birds in the area by sight and sound before the preserve opens to the public. Bring binoculars or spotting scope for best viewing.
FREE
VOLUNTEER WORKDAY
May 18
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Help us maintain the preserve's trails and common areas. Your help goes a long way towards allowing others to enjoy the natural wonders here! Examples of possible projects include, but are not limited to: removing brush piles/debris from trails, widening trails, or trimming invasive vines from trees.