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Are You Going to Eat That? in Springfield, VA
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Are You Going to Eat That? is a family event at Lake Accotink in Springfield, VA on October 3, 2026 at 1 PM to 2 PM for ages 7 to 10. Current cost is $9.00.
(10-Adult) Enjoy a naturalist-led hike and identify plants that are safe to eat and which ones to avoid. Participants will learn how plants were used in rope making and folk remedies with connections to Eastern Woodland Indians. Foraging in Fairfax County Parks is prohibited.
- Hours
- Saturday, Oct 3, 1 PM to 2 PM
- Admission
- $9.00
- Stroller friendly
- No
- Good for
- Ages 7 to 10 · Springfield, VA
- Address
- 7500 Accotink Park Road, Springfield, VA 22150
Official website for Fairfax County Park Authority event calendar