Upcoming Events

• Blue Goose Tram

  

  Join the Back Bay Restoration Foundation, Back Bay NWR and False Cape State Park for a wild ride! The tram tour provides access to False Cape through the Refuge with a unique opportunity to view the array of wildlife found in the area, from birds to reptiles. The trip includes a one-mile hike (round-trip) to the historic Wash Woods cemetery site. Trams are first-come, first-served. Don't forget your binoculars and camera!

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• Turtle Talk

  

  Did you know loggerhead sea turtles nest on the beaches of Virginia Beach? Did you realize five of the seven species of sea turtles can be found off the coast of Sandbridge and Virginia Beach? Join us for Turtle Talk every Wednesday afternoon at 2:00pm to learn more about our special friends. We will discuss not only sea turtles but the common freshwater turtles you are sure to see at Back Bay NWR.

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• Fishing Fridays

  

  Come check out a family fishing event at Back Bay NWR!

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• Evening Tram Tours

  

  Take a ride on the Blue Goose Express around Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge on a Friday evening!

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• Biology Adventure Camp

  

  Come explore Back Bay NWR this summer!

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• Back Bay Explorers

  

  Spend a day at Back Bay NWR learning all about the plants and animals that live here! This program is a 4-hour day camp for ages 6-12.

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• Nature Club

  

  Come out and explore your national wildlife refuge!

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