Be A Junior Naturalist Hike

Rock Creek Park

  • Every 2 weeks at 3:00 PM from January 02, 2026 to January 30, 2026
  • Free

Do you want to connect with nature but you’re not sure how to get started? Do you want to be more present outside and escape the distractions of the modern era? Take a junior naturalist hike with a ranger and learn how to observe and study the natural world around you as you hike between ½ - 1 ½ miles through the Rock Creek Valley. Come prepared with water, appropriate layers, comfortable hiking shoes, and an open mind willing to practice a new skill. Recommended ages 8+.  

 

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Meets out front of the Nature Center located at 5200 Glover Road NW, Washington, DC

Latitude and Longitude 38.960047, -77.051760

Schedule

Days:

Every 2 weeks

Dates:

January 02, 2026 to January 30, 2026

Time:

3:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Walk may be cancelled in the event of bad weather at the discretion of park staff. Feel free to check the Rock Creek Park website the day of to confirm, or call the Nature Center (202-895-6070) the day of to confirm. Be sure to leave a voicemail for a callback. 

Event Type

  • Children’s Program
  • Guided Tour
  • Hike
  • Other
  • Talk
  • Walk
Tags: hike with a ranger, junior ranger, junior naturalist, ranger hike, hike