*CANCELED* Ivy Creek Natural Area

Description Scenically shadowed by the Blue Ridge Mountains, this 219-acre preserve bordering the South Fork Rivanna Reservoir is a mix of upland woods, pine stands, open fields, streams, and two miles of shoreline. Its rolling hills and diverse habitats make the Ivy Creek Natural Area an ideal site to learn about the rich natural history characteristic of Central Virginia and has made Ivy Creek a favorite destination for visitors and community alike looking for a peaceful walk in the woods.
Address 1780 Earlysville Road Charlottesville, VA 22901
Website *CANCELED* Ivy Creek Natural Area
Contact Susie Farmer susie@ivycreekfoundation.org
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Date(s) Thursday, Oct 19, 2023
Name Time Ages Cost Enrolled
Hike and Nature Program (Ages 12-18)
Students will hike and take part in a nature program focusing on how the changing of seasons affects habitats. We'll have time after the 1 hour program to visit the historic 1930s barn built by Conly Greer, the first African American agricultural extension agent in Albemarle County. Scenically shadowed by the Blue Ridge Mountains, this 219-acre preserve bordering the South Fork Rivanna Reservoir is a mix of upland woods, pine stands, open fields, streams, and two miles of shoreline. Its rolling hills and diverse habitats make the Ivy Creek Natural Area an ideal site to learn about the rich natural history characteristic of Central Virginia and has made Ivy Creek a favorite destination for visitors and community alike looking for a peaceful walk in the woods.

10:00AM - 11:30AM Ages: 12-18 0/20
Hike and Nature Program (Ages 6-11)
Students will hike and take part in a nature program focusing on how the changing of seasons affects habitats. We'll have time after the 1 hour program to visit the historic 1930s barn built by Conly Greer, the first African American agricultural extension agent in Albemarle County. Scenically shadowed by the Blue Ridge Mountains, this 219-acre preserve bordering the South Fork Rivanna Reservoir is a mix of upland woods, pine stands, open fields, streams, and two miles of shoreline. Its rolling hills and diverse habitats make the Ivy Creek Natural Area an ideal site to learn about the rich natural history characteristic of Central Virginia and has made Ivy Creek a favorite destination for visitors and community alike looking for a peaceful walk in the woods.

10:00AM - 11:30AM Ages: 6-11 0/20
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