Beaverdam Reservoir

2020 has been a tough year. We are honored that NOVA Parks was able to give so many people in Northern Virginia a place to find solace and safe activities during the Pandemic.

Please help support the parks you've experienced during 2020 with a donation to our NOVA Parks Fund!

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Things To Do At NOVA Parks This Winter

Even though it's cold outside, there are plenty of fun and safe activities to do at NOVA Parks this winter.

If you have been enjoying your time at our parks please consider donating to NOVA Parks at:

https://www.cfnova.org/donate/nova-parks-fund

We appreciate your continued support of NOVA Parks! ♥️

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How to enjoy NoVa's local parks this winter

It may be cold outside but there is still plenty of safe, outdoor fun to be had at NOVA Parks this winter!

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northernvirginiamag.com Don’t let the cold weather stop you from taking a hike, playing a round of golf or even camping in one of the region’s gorgeous public parks.

[11/17/20]   Beaverdam Reservoir Seasonal Hours Update

The parking lot at Mt. Hope Road will be closed from December through February. Hikers may still access parking and trails one mile south at 22377 Belmont Ridge Road.

Thank you all for your support this season.

[10/17/20]   Attention:
Due to ongoing law enforcement activities, Beaverdam Reservoir will be closed on Sunday, October 18th.

[10/17/20]   Due to ongoing law enforcement activities, Beaverdam Reservoir will be closed on Saturday, October 17th.

[10/16/20]   Please note: there will be no access to Beaverdam Reservoir for the remainder of today, Friday, October 16.

Happy National #TrailMixDay! When you are hiking at our parks is Trail Mix a go to snack? What are your favorite Trail Mix blends?

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Are you planning a staycation this summer?

Our parks offer so many wonderful activities from camping and cabins to kayaking, hiking, fishing and mini golf.

Find out all we have to offer at http://ow.ly/Z9n750ATBqr

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Today is going to be another extremely hot day. As you visit our parks today please pack more water than your think you may need. Staying hydrated is a very important step to beating the heat!

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We know it's incredibly hot outside this week. But, please be reminded that swimming, bathing or wading is not allowed at Beaverdam Reservoir.

Please help by sharing this message with your friends, neighbors and children. Swimming, bathing or wading in Beaverdam Reservoir is prohibited. The safety and well-being of our guests and the protection of a valuable drinking water source for Loudoun County are top priority. Also, domestic animals are not permitted in the water at the reservoir. #leavenotrace

Boy is it HOT, HOT, HOT outside today! Don't forget to pack plenty of water when you visit our parks today! Stay hydrated!

#happinesshere #discoverwhatsnext #novaparks #hydrate

Is fishing on your summer bucket list? Kayaking? What about both?

NOVA Parks Executive Director, Paul Gilbert, shot this amazing video this weekend.

Why not take a break today and cool-off on the water at Beaverdam Reservoir Fountainhead Regional Park Occoquan Regional Park or Pohick Bay Regional Park

#happinesshere #discoverwhatsnext #novaparks #fishing #kayaking

Employment

NOW HIRING! Beaverdam Reservoir is now hiring for our Maintenance 2 position to help us manage our operations. Scheduled shifts will be primarily afternoons and evenings. Must be 18 years or older to be considered for the position as it involves driving a park vehicle. Please see the link below to apply.

https://www.novaparks.com/about/employment?p=job/ohglcfwO&__jvst=Job+Board&__jvsd=Facebook&nl=1

novaparks.com NOVA Parks Service Principle – Covid-19 Safety is our Service! It is important to understand that NOVA Parks will be operating under a safety-first model vs a service model for the foreseeable future. While we look forward to reopening our parks, we want to do this as safely as possible for our st...

Please help by sharing this message with your friends, neighbors and children. Swimming, bathing or wading in Beaverdam Reservoir is prohibited. The safety and well-being of our guests and the protection of a valuable drinking water source for Loudoun County are top priority. Also, domestic animals are not permitted in the water at the reservoir. #leavenotrace

As we prepare for the weekend.....Please see our note below regarding parking at the Mt. Hope Road Launch Parking Lot. To avoid congestion, we encourage hikers and site seekers to park at Brambleton Community Park where you can easily access the trails and water to the right of the NRPA Building (22377 Belmont Ridge Road). Parking at Mt. Hope is only permitted in the parking lot at the launch point. Property located outside of the gate is private property.

Good Afternoon Beaverdam Followers:

We hope everyone had a great weekend. We would like to provide some important reminders for when you are planning to visit Beaverdam Reservoir. Please stay tuned for future posts regarding rules and regulations as we all adjust to the re-opening of the reservoir.

-Planning a hike? - To avoid parking congestion at the Mt. Hope access point, we recommend parking at Brambleton Community Park off of Belmont Ridge Road and accessing the trail head along the side of the NRPA Building (22377 Belmont Ridge Road). These trails are well established and can give you easy access to the shoreline to take in the beautiful views in a peaceful setting.

With the weekend upon us we want to emphasize the need to limit groups to less than 10 people in our parks. Social distancing guidelines should be followed while on our trails and in the parks. We can all do our part to flatten the curve.

#flattenthecurve #stayhomestaysafe

Potomac Overlook Regional Park

We're very excited to bring you our next program in our "Meet the Critters of Potomac Overlook" series--Raptors! Part 2

Click on the link below to view the program.

https://youtu.be/GmhdU0sYxh4

If you missed our first Raptor video you can watch it here:
https://youtu.be/jtHBWRiNK6M

#stayhomestaysafe #flattenthecurve #potomacoverlook

Collaboration in the Time of Pandemic | Feature | Parks & Recreation magazine | NRPA

During this fast-changing COVID-19 pandemic crisis, as a collective team, the Northern Virginia park and recreation directors have built on well-established ties to provide a coordinated response and work through difficult decisions together.

You can read the article about this collaboration, written by NOVA Parks Executive Director, Paul Gilbert, at:

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You can also listen to the podcast at:
http://ow.ly/scDW50zmKSL

#flattenthecurve #stayhomestaysafe

nrpa.org During this fast-changing COVID-19 pandemic crisis, a group of park and recreation directors in Northern Virginia have built on well-established ties to provide a coordinated response and work through difficult decisions together.

What adventures can you find in your neighborhood today? Does a neighbor have a gorgeous flowering tree? Is there a new route you can take on your daily walk/run/bike ride? Do your part today to flatten the curve and stay close to home. Together we can all work together to stay safe!

#flattenthecurve #stayhomestaysafe

Happy Earth Day from NOVA Parks

NOVA Parks is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day! Here are 5 great ways you can celebrate Earth Day at home!

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NOVA Parks is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day! Here are 5 great ways you can celebrate Earth Day at home!

We want you to stay safe! Please do your part to flatten the curve and maintain social distancing when finding exercise and recreation options today!

#stayhomestaysafe #flattenthecurve

We've been working hard to move many of our NOVA Parks programs online. You can check them out on our NOVA Parks' YouTube channel. Take a virtual nature hike, learn about the Critters at Potomac Overlook, make some Discoveries Through Trash, learn about native plants, and more! We're adding new content daily!

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Happy Tuesday! Please continue to adhere to social distancing when you are finding exercise and recreation options close to home! We'd love to see photos of your neighborhood adventures!

#flattenthecurve #stayhomestaysafe #reducethecrowdsreducethespread

We know you want to get back to our parks and we can't wait to welcome you back! But for now we all need to do our part to flatten the curve. Please do not drive to our parks to access the trails. Please adhere to strict social distancing guidelines.

#flattenthecurve #stayhomestaysafe

We want you to stay safe! Please do your part to flatten the curve and maintain social distancing when finding exercise and recreation options today!

#flattenthecurve #stayhomestaysafe

Happy Friday everyone! As a reminder, all NOVA Parks gates and parking lots are closed. Please do not drive to our parks to access the trails. Find new adventures in your neighborhood! Stay home, stay safe, flatten the curve!

#flattenthecurve #stayhomestaysafe

Potomac Overlook Regional Park

We're very excited to bring you our next program in our "Meet the Critters of Potomac Overlook" series--Raptors! Part 1

Soar on down and meet some of the resident raptors at Potomac Overlook! Watch them be fed, see how the staff care for them and learn why we have raptors in the first place.

Click on the link below to view the program.

https://youtu.be/jtHBWRiNK6M

#stayhomestaysafe #flattenthecurve #potomacoverlook

Meadowlark read alound title

Today is a great day to go on a Listening Walk. What sounds can you hear when you stop and listen? If you have young children, this Read Aloud from Meadowlark Gardens is a great book to listen to before you head out on your walk.

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Let's go on a Listening Walk with Jules from Meadowlark Botanical Gardens. She will be reading The Listening Walk written by Paul Showers.

We miss you and can’t wait to welcome you back to our parks. In the meantime, please look for recreation and exercise options that are close to your home and always maintain social distancing.

#flattenthecurve #stayhomestaysafe

DIY rustic photo frame made with twigs

Wow--that wind was ferocious the last few days! If you're finding a lot of sticks in your backyard and in your neighborhood, you can collect them and make a gorgeous rustic twig frame!

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We want you to stay safe! Please do your part to flatten the curve and maintain social distancing when finding exercise and recreation options today!

#flattenthecurve #stayhomestaysafe

Today is a great day to stay home and stay safe! Reduce the crowds, reduce the spread!

#flattenthecurve #stayhomestaysafe

We want you to stay safe so please do not drive to our parks for your exercise/recreation needs. NOVA Parks gates and parking lots are closed. By practicing proper social distancing we can all work together to flatten the curve!

#stayhomestaysafe #flattenthecurve