STAYCATIONS

Staycations in Parks Offer Alternatives to Long Driving Trips

The Fairfax County Park Authority suggests “staycations” in area parks as a great way for families to save money on fuel and lighten their carbon footprint this summer.  As a nationally accredited, award-winning agency that manages over 400 parks and nearly 23,000 acres of parkland, the Park Authority has recreational amenities and programs for everyone. Most of these activities are nearby! Seven, short videos highlighting the most popular summer activities in the parks can be viewed on the Park Authority’s website. Before embarking on a long-distance vacation, try a staycation in the parks and see Fairfax first! Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks to find out how to…

Plunge Into Summer

·      Spend a wet and wild staycation at the Water Mine Family Swimmin’ Hole.

Trek Through History

·      History comes to life in the parks. Tour a historic site and find your link to the past.

Hit the Right Note

·      Summer sizzles with hot licks in the parks. From jazz, bluegrass, blues, rock and other favorites to world music, there’s a sound to suit every ear. And the concerts are free!

Find Fun After Five

·      When the workday ends, visit the parks to find cool fun after five.

Dare to Get Dirty

·      Nature centers provide hands-on experiences for naturalists of all ages.

Discover the Great Outdoors

·      Lace up your boots, dip your paddle, cast a line or pitch a tent and seek out adventure. It may not be wilderness, but the parks can be wild.

Step Up and Stretch Out

·      Fitness today for the best tomorrow! With pools, exercise and dance classes, weight rooms, personal trainers, sports, courts and trails, parks have healthy options for everyone.

Celebrate 60 Years of Parks

·      Join the Park Authority in celebrating 60 years of providing summer fun.

For more information, please call the Fairfax County Public Information Office at 703-324-8702.