FAMILY EXPLORER DAY
إِنَّ فِي خَلْقِ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ وَاخْتِلَافِ اللَّيْلِ وَالنَّهَارِ لَآيَاتٍ لِّأُولِي الْأَلْبَابِ ﴾١٩٠﴿
الَّذِينَ يَذْكُرُونَ اللَّهَ قِيَامًا وَقُعُودًا وَعَلَىٰ جُنُوبِهِمْ وَيَتَفَكَّرُونَ فِي خَلْقِ السَّمَاوَاتِ وَالْأَرْضِ رَبَّنَا مَا خَلَقْتَ هَٰذَا بَاطِلًا سُبْحَانَكَ فَقِنَا عَذَابَ النَّارِ ﴾١٩١﴿
"190: Indeed, in the creation of the heavens and the earth and the alternation of the day and night there are signs for people of reason.
191: Those who remember Allah while standing, sitting, and lying on their sides, and reflect on the creation of the heavens and the earth: 'Our Lord, You did not create this in vain. Glory be to You…'"
Qur'an, Surat Ali’Imran
Family Explorer Day at Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Trade the screens for the trail. Bring the whole family.
Family Explorer Day is an invitation for the whole family to slow down and step into the wild together. Walk the trails of Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge, spot birds and wildlife through binoculars you make yourselves, and take time to reflect on the signs of God's creation all around us. Families are grouped into small tribes, so everyone has a team to explore with. It's a chance to meet other mothers and fathers in the area, share a morning outdoors, and build the kind of bonds that grow into a tribe that builds lasting suhba (prophetic companionship). Designed for kids ages 4-12, yet every member of the family, below and above those ages, is welcome.
Date: October 31st, 2026 | Time: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM | Fee: $5 per child
Location: Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Explorers (Ages 4-8)
Make your own binoculars, hunt for wildlife with your tribe's Explorer Card, then gather for a gratitude circle where we will read a book and sign a song or two!
Trailblazers (Ages 9-12)
Make your own binoculars, take on a 3-mission Challenge Card (bird ID, navigation, tracks and signs), then reflect together and earn your badge.
What to bring
Water bottle, your own snacks, closed-toe shoes, weather layers, sunscreen and bug spray. We provide the activity materials and cards.
FAQ
Can younger siblings come?
Yes, with a parent. The activities are designed for ages 4-12, little ones are welcome to join the walk. Strollers are welcome!
Can older siblings come?
Of course! The whole family is welcome. The activities we've planned are geared toward ages 4-12, but older siblings are welcome to come along, help their younger siblings, and enjoy the day.
Can only one parent come?
Yes, that’s okay, and you’re still welcome. We highly encourage both mother and fathers to attend, though. One of the goals of this event is for parents to get to know other mother and fathers in the area, build community, and strengthen suhba (prophetic companionship). Whenever you can, bring both of you.
What if it rains?
Light sprinkles won't stop us, so dress for the weather. If there's heavy rain, we'll reschedule for another day and let everyone know.
Do you provide snacks?
No, please bring your own snacks for the family.
Register your family:
(click the poster below)
You must purchase one ticket per child.
Date: October 31st, 2026 | Time: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Occoquan Bay National Wildlife Refuge: 14050 Dawson Beach Rd, Woodbridge, VA 22191