Due to the expected impact of the winter storm, all Virginia State Park overnight facilities will be closed from Friday, Jan. 23 through Tuesday, Jan. 27. This decision is based on the forecast for unsafe conditions and potential power outages. For updates click here.

Wild about Bats!

Vị trí của Công viên Tiểu bang James River ở Virginia

Ở đâu

Công viên Tiểu bang James River, 104 Green Hill Dr., Gladstone, VA 24553.
Nơi trú ẩn #4/ Khu vực xem IDA

Khi

Tháng 4 25, 2026. 7:00 chiều - 9:00 chiều

As the sun dips low and the night draws near, we humans usually turn in for the night...but this is show-time for bats! Join us to celebrate these amazing animals during this special series in collaboration with Bat Conservation & Rescue of Virginia. You'll get a rare chance to come face-to-face with these mysterious creatures, learn all about them from local bat rehabilitators, and identify bats in flight using specialized sound-detecting equipment.

This program will be conducted under a covered shelter with seating and includes optional slow-paced walking. The evening will begin with an informational talk about these unique animals, bat-themed crafts, and face painting, and conclude with a walk to detect bats as they come out for early-evening hunting. You will also have the opportunity to meet one the Bat Conservation & Rescue of Virginia's rehabilitated bats!

Please meet at Shelter #4. Suitable for all ages. Bring binoculars if you have them, and if you decide to bring a light please use it on a red light setting to avoid disturbing nocturnal wildlife. Wear appropriate clothing and shoes for the weather and bring a water bottle with you. Parks are for everyone, please let us know if you need special accommodation.

Để biết thêm thông tin, vui lòng gọi (434) 933-4355 hoặc gửi email đến Tess.Himelspach@dcr.virginia.gov.

Những điều cần biết trước khi đi: Trước khi đến thăm, hãy tìm thông tin mới nhất về sức khỏe và an toàn tại đây.

Eastern small-footed bat (Myotis leibii) at grayson highlands SP by amelia hulth

Chi tiết khác

Phí đỗ xe hoặc phí vào cửa tiêu chuẩn được áp dụng: Có.
Phí phụ thu: Không.
Cần phải đăng ký: Không .
Trẻ em được chào đón: Có.
Điện thoại: 434-933-4355
Địa chỉ email: JamesRiver@dcr.virginia.gov