Below are March events and programs with their corresponding dates, times, location within the park and description. All programs and events are free with $7.00 parking fee on weekdays and weekends. Children are welcome at all March programs. All events and programs are held at Sky Meadows State Park: 11012 Edmonds Lane Delaplane, VA 20144

Contact info for all programs and events is: SkyMeadows@dcr.virginia.gov or (540) 592-3556

Website Link: http://www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/park-events-list?srchloc=SK&eventtype=all&BDate=02/12/2018&EDate=02/12/2019

Astronomy for Everyone – March 21 - 7:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m. - Historic Area

Our evenings begin with a half-hour children's "Junior Astronomer" program, followed by discussion about the importance of dark skies and light conservation. Then join the NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab (JPL) Ambassadors for a presentation on the latest news in astronomy and space exploration.

In good weather, the presentation is held on the lawn behind Mount Bleak house, and visitors should bring their own lawn chairs and/or blankets. In case of inclement weather, the presentation will be given in the carriage barn, and benches will be provided.

After these presentations, get oriented to the celestial skies with a brief sky tour. Finish the evening by looking at deep space objects through telescopes provided by our astronomy volunteers. Feel free to bring your telescope or binoculars for your own exploration.

Are you an astronomy enthusiast interested in volunteering for our monthly programs? Contact our park by emailing SkyMeadows@dcr.virginia.gov.

Note: Parking fees apply. Entrance gates close one hour after program start time. In the event of rain or clouds, only the "Junior Astronomer" and multimedia presentations will be provided.

Backcountry Basics: Earth Connection Series – March 22 – 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. – Meet at the Carriage Barn

Connect with the park's landscape and get a taste of the skills you need to thrive in the backcountry. Participants will join experienced outdoor skills instructor Tim MacWelch on a guided hike to learn the basics of fire starting, edible and medicinal plants, animal tracking, wilderness first aid and more. This free "sneak peek," including a visit to the park's Backcountry Campground, serves as an introduction to the skills learned in greater detail in Tim's Guided Hike Workshops. No registration necessary for this free introductory course. All ages welcome. Held rain or shine. Bring water, dress in layers, and wear sturdy shoes.

Join us for the remainder of the Earth Connection Series:

Backcountry Crash Course: Saturday, April 4 to Sunday, April 5
Spring Wild Edible Plants: Saturday, May 2
Summer Wild Edible Plants: Sunday, June 28
Backcountry Basics: Sunday, July 26
New World, New Plants: Sunday, August 8
Backcountry Crash Course: Saturday, September 12 to Sunday, September 13
Fall Wild Edible Plants: Sunday, November 1
Surviving Through History: Sunday, Dec. 6

For pricing information and to learn more or register for these workshops, visit: http://advancedsurvivaltraining.com.