Homeschool Naturalists: Fur, Tracks, and Scat

Wednesday, November 4, 2026 · 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Douthat State Park — 14239 Douthat State Park Rd., Millboro, VA

Join us at Douthat State Park for

Homeschool Naturalists

, a monthly outdoor education series designed for homeschool students of all ages. Each session explores a different nature-based topic through hands-on activities, guided discovery, and time in the great outdoors. This session of Homeschool Naturalist is

Fur, Tracks, and Scat

. We’ll learn how to identify animals by the clues they leave behind — from fur and footprints to scat. Kids will explore how different animals move through their habitats and what their tracks can tell us. We’ll also get hands-on by making our own clay scat models to practice identifying shapes and patterns. Then, we’ll head out on a short hike to see if we can spot any real tracks along the trail. Plan on attending Fur, Tracks and Scat? Let us know by completing this form. Below are the dates and the topics for future Homeschool Naturalist events.

March 3

Terrific Tree

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April 7

Reptile Rangers

May 5

Insect Detectives

Programs run from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Please meet at the Discovery Center. This is a family-friendly program — parents or guardians must stay with their children. Please dress for the weather and be prepared for outdoor conditions. This is a…