Rivers are lifelines, especially here in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. But beyond the practical benefits they provide, waterways are a vital element of the Chesapeake’s rich cultural history. How do […]
Join the Elizabeth River Project educators for an exciting fungi identification walk at the beautiful Paradise Creek Nature Park! Whether you’re a seasoned mycologist or just curious about the fascinating […]
Join Master Birder and acclaimed Photographer Dave Gibson for an inspiring and educational dive into the art and craft of bird photography. In his talk, “Keys to Improving Your Bird Photography Skills,” Dave will share insights from years of experience capturing birds in motion—especially the elusive beauty of birds in flight. Whether you're a seasoned […]
Target age: 16 and above. Free Event. Please register in advance using the link. Join our Master Birder for a free guided birding tour. Birding is more than just a hobby - it’s a way to connect with nature, reduce stress, improve your mood, and boost your brain power. You can bring your preferred binoculars […]
Join our park educators this fall to discover the wonders of nature at Paradise Creek! Through eco-art projects and environmental exploration, kids develop a lifelong love for the natural world. […]
Join the Elizabeth River Project Park staff for a delightful journey to the wildflower meadow, where you’ll have the chance to collect seed heads from beautiful native pollinator plants. This […]
Join the Elizabeth River Project at Paradise Creek Nature Park for a watercolor art workshop. Follow along with a step-by-step tutorial, painting a local songbird and native plant. A great […]
Join our Master Birder for a free, guided birdwatching tour of Paradise Creek Nature Park. Birdwatching is more than just a hobby - it's a way to connect with nature, reduce stress, improve your mood, and boost your brain power. Birders of all levels welcome. You can bring your preferred binoculars or borrow some of […]
FREE EVENT -- Join the Elizabeth River Project's Conservation Landscape Curator Yolima Carr at Paradise Creek Nature Park to learn the proper way to prune your trees and shrubs. Skillful pruning doesn't just help your plants thrive - it's an excellent gardening practice to reduce or eliminate the use of pesticides. Event is free but donations are appreciated to help […]
Help Protect Wildlife—Volunteer for a Marsh Cleanup! Seasonal north winds blow trash into the marsh at Paradise Creek Nature Park—and our local wildlife needs your help. Litter along riverbanks doesn’t […]