Event
CANCELED: Raptor Rapture at Fort Hunt Park
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Free.Location: LAT/LONG: 38.716088, -77.050070
Follow signage for Pavillion A, which is a short walk from parking.
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Raptor Rapture (1:00-3:00 PM, Pavilion A)
Come to Fort Hunt to see owls, hawks and other raptors up close and in person! Join Secret Garden Birds and Bees and The Friends of Dyke Marsh to learn more about the lives and behaviors of these exquisite creatures. Several educational activities will be provided for children. Parking is available in front of the pavilion. https://www.facebook.com/events/1825357651382609
Raptor Rapture is a unique opportunity to see live hawks and owls in person! This annual event is presented by Secret Garden Birds and Bees and sponsored by The Friends of Dyke Marsh. Raptor Rapture 2025 is part of a full day of free public programs at Fort Hunt! Scroll down to review the schedule of events for October 18. For more information, call (571) 733-0145.
Nitehawks Swing Band (4:00-5:00 PM, Pavilion A)
One of DC's best big bands returns to Fort Hunt! Nitehawks Swing Band has played community performances in Northern Virginia since 1997. Parking is available in front of the pavilion.
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World War II History Hike (12:30 PM, Meet in Area E)
Come along on a special walking tour to explore Fort Hunt's World War II history! Meet in Area E at 12:30; hike to Pavilion A to enjoy the raptor show and jazz concert after! The trail is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Click here to learn more about the history hike:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1779895002917229/
Reservation or Registration: No
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