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Meet Me at the Park
The Walt Disney Company and the National Recreation and Park Association are offering a $20,000 grant to the most nominated park during April. Everyone who nominates a park through the
social media program , known as
Meet Me at the Park, will be entered into a drawing for a tablet outfitted for the outdoors.
Your daily nomination is needed throughout April 2017!
Until April 30, 2017, everyday you and your friends are encouraged
to nominate Fairfax County, VA as your favorite park at meetmeatthepark.org . Once you are logged in, simply type in Fairfax County Park Authority, under state, Virginia, and then click submit.
Consider sending yourself a daily e-mail reminder with the meetmeatthe park.org link so you will not forget.
The Park Authority was successful in winning $75,000 for Colvin Run Mill with the Partners In Preservation competition several years ago.
Let's make it happen again!
SpringFest Fairfax at Sully Historic Site
The Park Foundation is a proud sponsor of this same great annual event in a very different place!
Participate in a day full of free, environmental, and health-focused family-friendly activities and games at this year's
SpringFest Fairfax.
The popular celebration of Earth and Arbor Days on Saturday, April 29, 2017, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at its NEW location-Sully Historic Site-3650 Historic Sully Way, Chantilly, VA.
Presented by Clean Fairfax in partnership with the Fairfax County Park Authority, SpringFest is Fairfax County's official celebration of Earth Day and Arbor Day. Come out rain or shine! Admission and parking are free.
Calling ALL Conservationists
Do you know a volunteer who makes outstanding contributions to the environment by creating, preserving or enhancing outdoor space and inspires others to engage in community conservation?
If so, nominate them for the Cox Conserves Heroes award. The winner gets to direct a grant of $5,000 - $10,000 to the nonprofit organization of their choice that addresses these environmental goals.
Submissions for the award are due before 5 PM on April 10, 2017. See past winners and additional information at CoxConservesHeroes.com.
Cox Conserves Heroes was created through a partnership between The Trust for Public Land and Cox Enterprises, to honor local conservation volunteers.
Bring YOUR Own Basket (BYOB) to Egg Hunts
On Saturday, April 15, children ages 1 to 9 years old can bring their own basket and hunt for candy and eggs filled with treats at Nottoway Park. Visit with the Bunny and possibly win a door prize.
The egg hunt for children ages 1 and 2 begins at 10:30 a.m.; 11 a.m. for children ages 3 and 4; 11:30 a.m. for children ages 5 and 6; and noon for children ages 7 to 9. Walk-in registration begins at 9:30 a.m. in the picnic shelter (cash only). The cost is $10 per child.
A weather decision will be made by 8:30 a.m. This event is hosted by the Friends of Nottoway Park and supported by the Park Foundation. For more information, call 703-324-8659. The park is located at 9601 Courthouse Rd, Vienna, VA 22181.
MORE Egg Hunts are scheduled THIS weekend at Colvin Run Mill, Frying Pan Farm Park, Clemyjonri Park and Sully Historic Site!
Baskets and Bunnies at Burke Lake Park
Bring the family to Burke Lake Park on Saturday, April 15 for Baskets and Bunnies, a magical day of fun activities!
Visit with Sunny the Bunny for a photo op. Join in an egg hunt for children age one to seven. Take a spin on the Hippity Hoppity carousel or a ride on Burke Lake's railroad. Enjoy mini-golf, crafts and games. Be mesmerized by a magic act, get your face painted, and marvel at the antics of a balloon artist.
See live animals, too, including reptiles and a REAL bunny too!
REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN
Head on out to Burke Lake Park on April 22, 2017 to join the Fairfax County Park Authority for the 5th Annual Healthy Strides Community 5k/10k run and walk!
Enjoy a scenic run around the beautiful grounds of Burke Lake Park. On the 10k run that takes runners around the lake along a wooded path. The 5k follows a scenic tree-lined road through the park.
A portion of the proceeds from the event will help fund summer camp opportunities for children living in homeless shelters and suportive housing in Fairfax County.
This event sells out - REGISTER EARLY!
SPACE IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 500 RUNNERS/WALKERS
There will be no race day registration, so be sure to register online by Tuesday, April 18, 2017 before it sells out!
Upcoming Events
April 22
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Healthy Strides Community 5K/10K run
at Burke Lake Park
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April 23
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Celebration of Frying Pan Farm Park's new Belgian Draft Horses at Frying Pan Farm Park |
April 29
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2017 SpringFest Fairfax and Healthy Strides Expo at Sully Historic Site
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May 1
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Farmers Markets Open
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May 6 and 7
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Pirate Fest at Lake Fairfax Park
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June 3
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National Trails Day Celebration
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July 8
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony - Chessie's Carousel at Lee District Park
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Don't miss the numerous Spring fun offerings at your Fairfax County parks. See more online!
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