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Visits to parks, exploring ecosystems, flora and fauna ID, nature journaling, eco arts and watercolor painting, environmental stewardship, swimming, nature meditations, and more! - [Here Comes the "Peaceful" Bride: a Nature Meditation Experience for Brides-to-Be](https://thenaturebus.com/here-comes-the-peaceful-bride-a-nature-meditation-experience-for-brides-to-be/) - In the whirlwind preceding your wedding, it can be easy to lose sight of what matters most about this momentous start of your journey together: your happiness, your peace, and your connection with your soon-to-be betrothed. The time leading up to you and your partner’s big day should be filled with joy, love, and excitement, - [Experience Oysters](https://thenaturebus.com/experience-oysters/) - Lunch + Learn: AN outdoor Immersion By Suzanne Moss The registrants are about to board The Nature Bus. This is a one-of-a-kind ecotour bus with a beautiful mission: To be a vehicle for transformative, shared nature experiences; To nurture peoples’ affinity for the natural world. Why? Because if people fall in love with nature, they - [Photo montage of the types of tours The Nature Bus offers :)](https://thenaturebus.com/photo-montage-of-the-types-of-tours-the-nature-bus-offers/) - The Nature Bus - Tours Montage - [Virtual Tour and Paddle at Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve](https://thenaturebus.com/virtual-tour-and-paddle-at-hoffler-creek-wildlife-preserve/) - Take a virtual walk on the Cape Henry Trail at First Landing State Park with the folks from The Nature Bus! - [Virtual Tour of the Great Dismal Swamp](https://thenaturebus.com/virtual-tour-of-the-great-dismal-swamp/) - Take a virtual walk on the Cape Henry Trail at First Landing State Park with the folks from The Nature Bus! - [Virtual Walk at False Cape State Park](https://thenaturebus.com/virtual-walk-at-false-cape-state-park/) - Take a virtual walk on the Cape Henry Trail at First Landing State Park with the folks from The Nature Bus! - [Virtual Walk at Pleasure House Point Natural Area](https://thenaturebus.com/virtual-walk-at-pleasure-house-point/) - Take a virtual walk on the Cape Henry Trail at First Landing State Park with the folks from The Nature Bus! - [Virtual Walk at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge](https://thenaturebus.com/virtual-walk-at-back-bay-national-wildlife-refuge/) - Take a virtual walk on the Cape Henry Trail at First Landing State Park with the folks from The Nature Bus! - [Virtual Walk and Tree ID at Lake Lawson/Lake Smith Natural Area](https://thenaturebus.com/virtual-walk-and-tree-id-at-lake-lawson-lake-smith-natural-area/) - Take a virtual walk on the Cape Henry Trail at First Landing State Park with the folks from The Nature Bus! - [Virtual Walk on the Bald Cypress Trail at First Landing State Park](https://thenaturebus.com/virtual-walk-on-the-bald-cypress-trail-at-first-landing-state-park/) - Take a virtual walk on the Cape Henry Trail at First Landing State Park with the folks from The Nature Bus! - [Virtual Walk on the Cape Henry Trail at First Landing State Park](https://thenaturebus.com/virtual-walk-on-the-cape-henry-trail-at-first-landing-state-park/) - Take a virtual walk on the Cape Henry Trail at First Landing State Park with the folks from The Nature Bus! - [Virtual Walk at Norfolk Botanical Gardens](https://thenaturebus.com/virtual-walk-at-norfolk-botanical-gardens/) - Take a virtual walk at the Norfolk Botanical Gardens with the folks from The Nature Bus! - [Say YES to New Adventures & Explore Your Natural Areas](https://thenaturebus.com/say-yes-to-new-adventures-explore-your-local-natural-areas/) - Favorite parks and natural areas of Hampton Roads/Coastal VA - [5 Reasons Why You Should Spend Time in Nature During the COVID-19 Outbreak](https://thenaturebus.com/5-reasons-why-you-should-spend-time-in-nature-during-the-covid-19-outbreak/) - The world is experiencing a time of fear and uncertainty with the spread of the Coronavirus and it is difficult to see the light at the end of the tunnel. The Nature Bus company would like to suggest getting a healthy dose of outdoors each day if you don’t want to completely loose your mind. - [15+ Scenic Spring Destinations In Virginia](https://thenaturebus.com/15-scenic-spring-destinations-in-virginia/) - With warmer weather finally here and countless colorful blossoms emerging around every corner, now is the perfect time to plan a spring outing in Virginia. - [The 15 Best Winter Hikes In Virginia](https://thenaturebus.com/15-best-winter-hikes-in-virginia/) - There are several reasons to get out and hit the hiking trails during the winter months - [10 Great Virginia Hikes For Viewing Fall Foliage](https://thenaturebus.com/10-great-virginia-hikes-for-viewing-fall-foliage/) - The end of summer would be sad if it weren't for the arrival of autumn in Virginia - [Why Don't Woodpeckers Get Concussions?](https://thenaturebus.com/why-dont-woodpeckers/) - With their specialized skill sets, they are able to find food sources and create shelters where no other birds would have dared. - [Mountainous Opportunities with The Nature Bus!](https://thenaturebus.com/mountainous-opportunities-with-the-nature-bus/) - Virginia is home to one-fourth of the Appalachian Trail and the Blue Ridge Mountains! It is also home to McAfee Knob, the #1 most visited location on the Appalachian Trail! These mountains are home to breathtaking views. You should really see for yourself. - [Craft Beer Tours with The Nature Bus!](https://thenaturebus.com/craft-beer-tours-with-the-nature-bus/) - Virginia is for beer lovers. A new report shows that Virginia is named as one of the top 6 states in craft beer growth! Breweries are the new place to be- from taste testing craft beers to seeing the process of brewing from start to finish. The Nature Bus can take you to breweries across the state of Virginia! - [Jammin out with The Nature Bus!](https://thenaturebus.com/jammin-out-with-the-nature-bus/) - Virginia’s music scene is growing- with the Something in the Water festival kickstarting this past summer and all of the outdoor, live music taking place on the Virginia Beach oceanfront. Check it out today, or ask about adding it to a trip with The Nature Bus! Visit www.thenaturebus.com - [Apple Picking](https://thenaturebus.com/apple-picking/) - An apple a day.... ...keeps the doctor away. - [Fall Festivities with The Nature Bus!](https://thenaturebus.com/fall-festivities-with-the-nature-bus/) - Fall is a festive season! Virginia is home to many fall festivals to celebrate the harvest, Thanksgiving, Halloween, Fall Wine, Fall Flowers and more! The community comes together to enjoy the last of the beautiful weather and vibrant leaves before winter comes. - [Focus on what's Important](https://thenaturebus.com/focus-on-whats-important/) - Calling all Canons, Nikons, Minoltas – all SLRs. Meet with a professional photographer at a natural location and learn how to capture the beauty of the outdoors with lighting and focus play. Go on a nature scavenger hunt and capture the wildlife you find. - [Farm to Table](https://thenaturebus.com/farm-to-table/) - Join us on The Nature Bus for a Farm to Table experience and learn where your food comes from, how to grow organically, get hands-on at a local farm, and enjoy a meal made from produce cultivated on-site! Supporting locally sourced food is not only doing a service to your community, but to yourself. - [Beach-combing for Shark Teeth!](https://thenaturebus.com/beach-combing-for-shark-teeth/) - Virginia is one of the best states in the nation to go fossil hunting because there are some amazing spots to go, and it’s relatively easy to find a vast diversity of fossils, like pelecypods, gastropods, shark teeth, trilobites and whale bones! Get a group together, hop on The Nature Bus and channel your best - [Guided Painting with an Artist](https://thenaturebus.com/guided-painting-with-an-artist/) - Nature is filled with masterpieces. Capture a moment of the natural beauty in a guided session with a professional artist. Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. - [Rhythm of the Universe](https://thenaturebus.com/rhythm-of-the-universe/) - Drums are used in many cultures to represent community togetherness, to channel energy and release inhibitions. While in many cases drum circles are cultural experiences, they can also be used in any community. As the Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart said, “People gather to drum in drum "circles" with others from the surrounding community. The - [Tarzan of the Trees](https://thenaturebus.com/tarzan-of-the-trees/) - Swing from the trees at a Ropes Park! As a personal challenge or a team building activity, this adventure will present ropes, cables, zip lines and obstacles to negotiate. The Nature Bus offers easy event coordination, great group rates and transportation for your whole group. Ask the Nature Bus how we can add components from - [Holiday Wreaths or Centerpieces](https://thenaturebus.com/jingle-bells/) - It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Put on your scarf, forgo the sled, get on the Nature Bus instead! Make your very own natural wreath with aromatic pine, holly, and other gifts of the winter. Enjoy the chilly weather, see holiday lights, drink hot chocolate, and embrace the holiday spirit. Notice: JavaScript is - [Dance-Like-Nobody's-Watching!](https://thenaturebus.com/dance-like-nobodys-watching/) - Scientific studies have proven that dancing, or moving the body without inhibition, improves motor skills and factors involving focus, as well as the release of endorphins. Life can get stressful. Perhaps it’s time to dance around like nobody’s watching- and, just to make sure nobody’s watching, do it outside in the fresh air at a - [A Grand Time with Grandparents](https://thenaturebus.com/a-grand-time-with-grandparents/) - There are two things to be sure about in life: one can never spend enough time outside, and one can never spend enough time with Grandma and Grandpa. The Nature Bus invites grandparents and grandchildren for a day of nature fun! Participate in activities suitable for both generations with other children and grandparents! - [White Water Rollercoaster](https://thenaturebus.com/white-water-rollercoaster/) - The best rollercoasters are the ones Mother Nature plopped out there for you to find. Strap yourself in, put on a helmet, and get ready for the ride of your life! Get together a group of family and friends and enjoy the rapids on this white water rafting trip. Customize the trip to your experience - [Be a Nature Steward](https://thenaturebus.com/be-a-nature-steward/) - Many hands, lighter work. The environment gives so much to us. It is never a bad time to give back. Clean the bay, pick up trash in the forest, aid at an animal rehabilitation center, fundraise for endangered species, and raise awareness for local issues like flooding in Norfolk… the list goes on and on. - [Fresh Air Staff Meeting and Homework Session](https://thenaturebus.com/fresh-air-staff-meeting-and-homework-session/) - Sometimes, after a long day of work or school, settling down to do more work or having to go to a staff meeting can be grueling. How about working in some time for a change of scenery or a breath of fresh air? The Nature Bus offers a place where you and your coworkers or - [Flavorful Foraging](https://thenaturebus.com/flavorful-foraging/) - Wildlife survival skills are important, but they can be yummy, too! The Nature Bus invites you to meet with an expert and learn what not to eat, then forage for edible wild plants and see how they taste! - [Tracks and "doo-be-doo-wops"](https://thenaturebus.com/tracks-and-doo-be-doo-wops/) - Sometimes we’re not lucky enough to catch animals in action in their natural habitats, but animals leave lots of clues behind. Get out your magnifying glasses, channel your best detective, and learn all about animal scat (poop, or doo-be-doo-wop, in jazz terms) and tracks and how to find them with The Nature Bus! Look for - [The Elegant Vineyard](https://thenaturebus.com/the-elegant-vineyard/) - Mother earth is known for her class and refinement. Come on the Nature Bus for a “sophisticated 21+ experience” to learn everything you ever wanted to know about growing grapes and making wine. Visit a winery (brewery, cider mill) for a guided tour of the beautiful vineyards; moderately partake in a wine and cheese tasting, - [Life's a Beach](https://thenaturebus.com/lifes-a-beach/) - Virginia is a diverse area. You can find mountains and rivers and forests and beaches… but if you don’t live near the beach, it can be quite a distant trip. There are so many things to do, but only one car and too many shovels, surfboards, wind boards and jet skis. Planning things like parasailing, - [Paddle Your Problems Away](https://thenaturebus.com/paddle-your-problems-away-kayak/) - Paddle your way down the river in a kayak or a canoe with a naturalist to learn about the new sights and sounds around you. Kayaks are small and fast, so you can paddle through smaller crevices to get an even closer look at wetlands and other natural spots. See from a different perspective to - [Need a Lift?](https://thenaturebus.com/need-a-lift/) - Hop on the Nature Bus, drive into the cold, and fly down snowy slopes with a group of family members, friends, or strangers on skis or on a snowboard. Click your feet in to a good time! - [A Marvelous Arrangement](https://thenaturebus.com/a-marvelous-arrangement/) - The Nature Bus invites you for a ride to a gorgeous flower farm where you can pick your own flowers! Stock up with all sorts of gorgeous finds while learning lots of facts about flowers and pollinators from an expert on botany and an entomology, eat lunch on a farm picnic and learn from a - [Once Upon A Time](https://thenaturebus.com/once-upon-a-time/) - Hop on the Nature Bus, go to a nature location, and gather around to go on adventures with a gifted storyteller. Participate, play with puppets, and enjoy an important childhood experience outdoors. - [Teddy Bear Picnic](https://thenaturebus.com/teddy-bear-picnic/) - “Mr. Fluffles, would you like a crumpet too?” The teddy bears have been watching all the fun you’ve been having on your Nature Bus experiences, and they asked if they could come along this time. Have a tea party picnic outside with your favorite fluffy friends, make memories and play pretend in the fresh air. - [Snow Much Fun!](https://thenaturebus.com/snow-much-fun/) - Hop on the Nature Bus for a day of chilly adventure! Go to a beautiful snow-laden location with hills optimal for sledding, pack the perfect snow into snowballs, and build snowmen. - [Sunflower-Yellow Picnic](https://thenaturebus.com/sunflowers/) - Welcome to your own little sunflower festival! Brighten up your life with a day filled with flowers and fun. Join the Nature Bus on this yellow-themed experience, filled with sunflower picking, photography, a yellow-themed picnic (lemonade + lemon cupcakes), and a day of freedom and fun surrounded by natural beauty. Go home with a special - [Teen Nature Photo Shoot](https://thenaturebus.com/teen-nature-photo-shoot/) - Natural lighting is the best lighting, and gorgeous outdoor backgrounds ready for your use. The Nature Bus is ready to take you on a Nature Experience to beautiful outdoor locations with a professional photographer. Welcome to your day of natural glamour, and keep all of the images at the end. Notice: JavaScript is required for - [The Simple Pleasure of Cycling](https://thenaturebus.com/the-simple-pleasure-of-cycling/) - Bicycle Trip: Studies show that light exercise can make a huge difference in your day-to-day life and overall happy feelings. Studies also show that spending time outdoors does a very similar sort of thing. Get this- studies also happen to show that spending time with your family and friends is equally important. Do them all - [Giddy-up](https://thenaturebus.com/giddy-up/) - "A horse is an angel without wings" ~ anonymous Come with The Nature Bus for a horseback ride on a scenic trail route in Virginia. All of your fiction fantasies of galloping through the forest or on a beach will come true! Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. - [Happy Camper](https://thenaturebus.com/happy-camper/) - Sleep under the stars after a day of planned camping activities with the Nature Bus: play capture the flag or hide-and-go seek, play flashlight tag, learn how to build different types of fires for different purposes (heat, cooking, light, etc.), tell campfire stories and sing campfire songs, roast hot dogs, smart dogs, s’mores and eat - [Little Things that Rule the World](https://thenaturebus.com/little-things-that-rule-the-world/) - Entomology is the study of insects. Meet with an entomologist and learn how to capture insects without injuring them. Learn how to study and key an insect, learn brand new facts and release them after this hands-on experience! By the end of this experience, you will know the environmental impact insects have and how and - [Stalactites + Stalagmites](https://thenaturebus.com/stalactites-stalagmites/) - Nature creates some pretty beautiful art. Hop on the Nature Bus to venture into the caverns of Virginia and see the gorgeous stalactites, stalagmites and rock forms that have developed over more than 190,000 years. Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. - [Night Sky](https://thenaturebus.com/night-sky/) - The stars have aligned to prove it is time to go on The Nature Bus’s night sky experience. Spend the first part of your night at a planetarium, and then look through a telescope at starry skies with a local astronomer. Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. - [Thanksgiving Picnic](https://thenaturebus.com/thanksgiving-picnic/) - There is so much to be thankful for at the start of the holiday season. Enjoy a day outdoors with extended family and friends to behold the gorgeous autumn leaves and cooler weather. Go on a hike, build a fire, and sit down to enjoy a Thanksgiving meal as a picnic! Notice: JavaScript is required - [A Wedding Memory](https://thenaturebus.com/a-wedding-memory/) - The Nature Bus wants to be a little piece of your special day. We can help you locate and get to your magical nature location where the rest of forever begins. While we don’t provide wedding packages, we can be a small part by offering some memorable nature experiences to enhance your special day. - [Woodland Fairy Tea Party](https://thenaturebus.com/woodland-fairy-tea-party/) - A Fairy Tea Party in the woods: Come on the nature bus for a magical experience you’ve never had before! Go to a secret location in the woods to find the enchanting Wildwood pixies Trixie and Stella! Have a fairy woodland picnic and participate in the fairy wish-making tradition for a memory to cherish. The - [Dendrology: The Study of Trees](https://thenaturebus.com/dendrology-the-study-of-trees/) - A dendrologist is somebody who studies trees. Come with the nature bus for a tree-themed experience. Go on a guided hike under a canopy of leaves, learn how to identify a tree based on its leaves or bark, count a tree’s rings to find out its age, do leaf and bark rubbings, learn how to - [Wondrous Pollinators](https://thenaturebus.com/wondrous-pollinators/) - Let’s talk about the birds and the bees. And the bats, and the trees! We’re talking about pollinators. These incredibly important creatures include lots of species (not just bees), which include butterflies, birds, bats, beetles, moths and mosquitos… the list goes on and on, spanning about 200,000 species! Pollinators play an essential role in our - [This one is for PUPS](https://thenaturebus.com/this-one-is-for-pups/) - The Nature Bus is dog friendly for friendly dogs! Bring your best friend on a special nature experience designed for you and your dog... to socialize with other pups and owners. Go on a walk in the woods with a naturalist guide, play at the beach, stop by a dog park, put together an agility - [Mystery Nature Experience](https://thenaturebus.com/mystery-nature-experience/) - What is graveling? Well, most road trips have a start point and a destination. Now, think of all of those tiny little side roads you never have the time to go down. Where do they go? Who knows? Come with us on The Nature Bus for a Nature Experience that releases your inhibitions. We’ll take - [Get Lost!](https://thenaturebus.com/get-lost/) - We want you to get lost...Wait! We didn’t mean leave! We just want you to get lost with us. Come with us on a nature experience to a corn maze that towers over your head and covers acres of farm field. Enter the maze, find your way to checkpoints, collect cards and clues, and try - [Toddlers Hop Onboard!](https://thenaturebus.com/toddlers-hop-onboard/) - Hey, tots! Want to hop onto The Nature Bus? Bring your parents! Toddlers, we invite you and your parents for a day of fun activities outside. Parents, start your child young when spending time outdoors… and we will make sure he or she loves it! Build stick and blanket forts at an exclusive spot in - [Autumn is in the Air](https://thenaturebus.com/autumn-is-in-the-air/) - Why do the leaves change color in the fall? Where do the gorgeous colors come from? The autumn is full of wonderful things, beautiful colors and cozy sweaters. What’s more, there’s always so much to do and so little time before winter comes! It’s so hard to choose: do you go apple picking? Do you - [Calling All Musicians](https://thenaturebus.com/calling-all-musicians/) - Do you play an instrument (a portable one)? Do you enjoy collaborating with others? Musicians of all types: singers, flutists, violinists, guitarists, tambourinists… you name it! We invite you to come along with us to create a day filled with musical collaboration outdoors. - [Beautiful Butterflies](https://thenaturebus.com/beautiful-butterflies/) - Butterflies are beautiful, but they are also incredibly important for our environment. Learn more about local species, pollination, metamorphosis, migration, and how to attract more butterflies to your yard on a unique Nature Bus experience. Prepare yourself for a day of fun activities, crafts, and an exclusive and interactive real butterfly experience! - [Organic Farm Produce](https://thenaturebus.com/organic-farm-produce/) - Organic Farming/Gardening: Buying local is not only doing a service to your community, but to yourself. Join us on The Nature Bus to learn where your food comes from, how to grow organically, get hands-on at a local farm, and come home with the produce after a day of fun activities on the farm! - [Frogs & Toads, Oh My!](https://thenaturebus.com/frogs-toads-oh-my/) - Ever wonder how to tell the difference between a frog and a toad? How about where to find them? How about how to identify a species, or recognize different frog calls? In this nature experience you will learn everything you have ever wanted to know, and more, about these local amphibians. - [Up Close, And Personal](https://thenaturebus.com/up-close-and-personal/) - Sometimes all you need in life is a new perspective. To get a closer look, hop on the nature bus, bring along your SLR camera and meet with a photography nature guide at a gorgeous natural location to learn how to take beautiful Macro photographs. Macro photography is extreme close-up photography, usually of very small - [Flower Power](https://thenaturebus.com/flower-power/) - Flowers do much more than sit still and look pretty. Learn fun facts, gardening tips, and how to key-out (identify) native species with a botanist on one of our nature experiences. - [Valentine "Love Birds"](https://thenaturebus.com/valentine-love-birds/) - Love is in the February air! Let us help you make a special day for you and your loved one on a couple’s experience. You can create your own group of up to 9 pairs of lovebirds or hop on a planned experience to meet other couples. - [River Frolic](https://thenaturebus.com/river-frolic/) - Perhaps you’ve seen the trend on a hike or near a creek; impressive piles of rocks stacked by humans in a precarious counterbalance. These are a nod to Cairns (of Celtic and Gaelic origin), and all the hikers, bikers and backpackers seem to be doing it! Come with The Nature Bus to spend a day - [Sunrise Yoga](https://thenaturebus.com/sunrise-yoga/) - You have two homes, the earth and your body. Explore how to take better care of both of them and begin a new day bathed in the first rays of sunlight with a certified yoga instructor. - [Cloud Watching](https://thenaturebus.com/cloud-watching/) - Cloud Watching: Why are you being so “Cirrus?” Set aside time on a beautiful day to look up and appreciate those fluffy masses in the sky. There’s more to clouds than the eye can see. Join the Nature Bus and a nephologist (cloud scientist) for a day of cloud watching. Take a page from your ## Pages - [Home](https://thenaturebus.com/) - Your guide to sights to see and nature experiences in the Coastal Virginia area. Our Mission: To be a vehicle for transformative, shared nature experiences. - [Enrollment & Admissions](https://thenaturebus.com/nature-school-enrollmentandadmissions/) - Our Admissions Process At The Nature Bus School, enrollment is intentionally personal. We take time to get to know each family and each child to ensure our program is the right fit for everyone involved. Our admissions process is simple, transparent, and designed to feel welcoming rather than overwhelming. Step 1: Review the Website We - [Nature School](https://thenaturebus.com/natureschool/) - What The Nature Bus School is a mobile private school. Learning happens outdoors and in the local community. Enrollment Small by design — just 16 children 10% discount if enrolled by April 1, 2026 Grades Serving Pre-K – 1st in fall 2026 Expanding one grade level every year. Curricula Inspired by the best elements of - [Suzanne](https://thenaturebus.com/suzanne-moss/) - Suzanne Moss Suzanne is the Owner and Operator of The Nature Bus. In addition to being a Certified Master Naturalist, she is also a Licensed elementary school teacher (Pre-K – 6; Gifted endorsement in the State of Virginia), a Certified Yoga Instructor, a Water Safety Instructor, Wilderness First Aid Certified and she also holds a - [Meet Our Team](https://thenaturebus.com/meet-our-team/) - A small, family-centered team rooted in care, experience, and connection! The Nature Bus School is intentionally small and deeply personal. At the heart of our program is a mother–daughter team who work closely together each day to create a calm, nurturing environment where children feel known, safe, and supported. Our school grew from a - [Credibility & Testimonials](https://thenaturebus.com/credibility-and-testimonials/) - Built on a Proven Foundation The Nature Bus School is built on more than a decade of experience from The Nature Bus, a trusted outdoor education program offering nature-based learning experiences for children and adults. Over the past 10+ years, The Nature Bus has: Served hundreds of children and families Earned 200+ five-star Google reviews - [Curriculum Overview](https://thenaturebus.com/curriculum-overview/) - . . For many families, discovering our curriculum is the moment they realize, this isn’t just a different way of schooling… It’s a different kind of childhood! Read Our Curriculum Here . . - [Nature Tours](https://thenaturebus.com/nature-tours/) - Private Group Tours Private Customizable Group Tours Do you have a group? (ie: birthday, anniversary, graduation, bachelor/ette celebration, book club, garden club, company or conference outing, or others?) Any group you may have – we’ll work with you to customize the nature outing of your DREAMS! Nature tours for up to 16 people on our - [Contact](https://thenaturebus.com/contact/) - Contact The Nature Bus... Whether you're a group or individual looking to explore nature in Virginia, or a Naturalist looking to share your knowledge, we welcome all... - [Our Team](https://thenaturebus.com/our-team/) - Do you have nature knowledge or skills to share with others? Interested in joining us? “Our Team” are not employees of The Nature Bus. They are nature guides, naturalists, guest speakers, people with nature expertise in a particular area. Do you have nature-knowledge or outdoor skills to share? We partner and collaborate with nature guides across - [FAQs About Tours](https://thenaturebus.com/faq/) - QUESTIONS? Email info@TheNatureBus.com if your question is not answered below. Where are the pick-up locations? Arrive 15 mins early so you won’t miss the bus; we depart from REI exactly at the time specified on the website/your ticket. We begin and end all of our trips at REI (350 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462). - [Reviews](https://thenaturebus.com/reviews/) - Read what our guests have shared about their experiences: "The Nature Bus is an amazing way to experience the outdoors!!! Looking forward to the next adventure! - [Contact](https://thenaturebus.com/contact-microschool/) - Contact The Nature Bus... Whether you're a group or individual looking to explore nature in Virginia, or a Naturalist looking to share your knowledge, we welcome all... - [Calendar](https://thenaturebus.com/calendar/) - View upcoming tours with The Nature Bus. Check our calendar often - new tours added every week! Guided tours to Virginia parks & unique experiences in nature. - [Follow Us!](https://thenaturebus.com/follow_us/) - Follow us! 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Get inspired with The Nature Bus' many ideas... - [Registration Information](https://thenaturebus.com/registration-instructions/) - Step by step instructions on how to register for The Nature Bus in Virginia Beach, VA... bringing you closer to nature throughout the Commonwealth. - [Facebook](https://thenaturebus.com/facebook/) - View photos from various Nature Experiences that The Nature Bus has been on. Come on in and see what it's all about. - [Winter Wildlife Festival 2025 Tours](https://thenaturebus.com/winter-wildlife-festival-2025-tours/) - JOIN US IN JANUARY & FEBRUARY FOR A CELEBRATION OF WINTER WILDLIFE AND NATURE Schedule of Tours with The Nature Bus: Sat, Jan 25 8-12 First Landing State Park: Shawn Dash Sun, Jan 26 9-4 Colonial Parkway/Yorktown: James Abbott Mon, Jan 27 9-4 Dismal Swamp: Allen Carter Tues, Jan 28 11-3 Wildfowl Painting: Stephanie Molloy - [Tyler](https://thenaturebus.com/tyler-1/) - Tyler Tyler is a sophomore at the Batten Honors College of Virginia Wesleyan University here in Virginia Beach. He grew up in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania spending most of his time adventuring with his friends and lacrosse teammates in the Appalachian mountains and Susquehanna River. He began his travels with his family to the Dominican Republic and - [Important Forms](https://thenaturebus.com/important-forms/) - You may need one of these… Depending upon your particular Nature Experience, one or more of the following forms may be required. PRINT them at home, complete the form, sign and date. BRING THE FORM WITH YOU TO BOARD THE BUS. If you have questions, please contact us prior to the trip at info@TheNatureBus.com or - [Hannah](https://thenaturebus.com/hannah/) - Hannah Hannah is the Tea Specialist at Green Leaf and Pebble Tea Spa. She teaches the members of her team as well as the community about how to fit tea into your wellness regimen. Her favorite part of her job is helping others find teas and herbs to help them through their ailments and everyday - [Jody](https://thenaturebus.com/jody-1/) - Jody Jody Ullmann has always been more at home outdoors, than indoors. She grew up in Minnesota camping and canoeing on the lakes. Her dream was to be a National Park Service Ranger. After completing her degrees in Biology and Theater, she launched her career at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. This was just the start - [Sequoia](https://thenaturebus.com/sequoia/) - Sequoia The owners Samoyed dog, named Sequoia, may be on your tour! A service dog is trained to help people with disabilities. Sequoia is NOT a service dog. A therapy dog is trained to provide comfort and affection to people. Sequoia was certified as a Therapy Dog by TDI in 2021. When Suzanne was teaching 1st - [Roxanne](https://thenaturebus.com/roxanne/) - Roxanne Roxanne was born and raised in the Blue Ridge Mountains, with a love for caving and climbing. She is very passionate about connecting with the magic of nature and inspiring and empowering others, especially kids, to stand in their power and embrace their own unique, eccentric, awesome, creative selves. She is currently training to - [Cate](https://thenaturebus.com/cate/) - Cate I love to be on the water experiencing nature and sea life. As an all around athlete and through my passion for outdoor sports I have created a company that supports, instructs and helps others find outdoor adventures safely. I also love to teach and study to empower others and am a certified Stand - [Maurice](https://thenaturebus.com/maurice/) - Maurice Maurice A. Cullen has spent a lifetime as a local naturalist. Starting with a childhood interest in reptiles and insects, he still displays lizards and snakes as classroom pets and maintains one of the largest private collections of insects in Tidewater. In warmer months there is a focus on raising many different species of butterfly - [Trista](https://thenaturebus.com/trista/) - Trista Trista Imrich, owner of Wild Works of Whimsy and Southern Branch Nursery, is a Virginia Certified Horticulturist (VCH), Designer (VSLD-certified), and Level 2 Chesapeake Bay Landscape Professional in design and installation (CBLP-ID). A Navy veteran (Surface Warfare Officer), this Ohio native has a Masters of Science in Environmental Policy and Management, bringing a unique - [Instagram Reels](https://thenaturebus.com/instagram/) - View photos and video reels from various Nature Experiences that The Nature Bus has been on. - [About The Nature Bus](https://thenaturebus.com/about_us_2/) - About Us: Our Story Our Team Research - [Samantha](https://thenaturebus.com/samantha/) - Samantha I am a former preschool teacher and I strongly believe that children learn best through messy, child-led play. I love watching how children explore new solutions to challenges presented before them and how they interact with the environment around them to carry out those solutions. - [Press](https://thenaturebus.com/press_1/) - Press articles covering The Nature Bus - [Gallery](https://thenaturebus.com/gallery/) - Choose a Media Page: In the Press Facebook Photos Instagram Photos/Reels - [Virginian Pilot 9.17.17](https://thenaturebus.com/virginian_pilot_9-17-17/) - The Nature Bus will connect all ages with the great outdoors By Kathy Van Mullekom Correspondent Sep 17, 2017 Suzanne Moss and her new business venture are all about imagination and relaxation, as it relates to nature or anything remotely connected to it. Ready to roll locally and across the state, The Nature Bus - [Allen](https://thenaturebus.com/allen/) - Allen Allen Carter received his bachelors degree in wildlife science from the University of Maine and his masters degree in forest management from Duke University. In 1980 he began work at Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge as refuge forester, and later became fire management officer for the Northeast Region of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife - [My Nature Birthday Party](https://thenaturebus.com/nature-birthday-party/) - We create magical birthday parties for the birthday child. Select from the many nature-themed experiences we offer. - [Shawn](https://thenaturebus.com/shawn-3/) - Shawn Dr. Dash is originally from Baltimore, Maryland where even at the youngest ages spent time exploring the natural world around him. Devoting many hours to become familiar with the flora and fauna of the Maryland and surrounding areas via collections (rock, pine cone, insect, bird nest, skull, foot print, etc), field trips and books, - [Stacey](https://thenaturebus.com/stacey/) - Stacey Experienced Adjunct Professor with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in Negotiation, Team Building, Leadership, Marketing, and Marketing Strategy. Strong education professional with a Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) focused in Hotel, Restaurant Tourism Management from University of South Carolina-Columbia. - [Patrick](https://thenaturebus.com/patrick/) - Patrick Patrick Evans-Hylton is a Johnson & Wales-trained chef, culinary historian, and Virginia-based award-winning food journalist, covering eats and drinks, past and present, in print, radio, television, online, and more since 1995. Read him at VirginiaEatsAndDrinks.com - [Alex](https://thenaturebus.com/alex/) - Alex Alex Lambert is the co-owner/farmer of Lambert Shellfish. His family purchased a special piece of property on the Eastern Shore of Virginia in 2013. At the time, Alex didn’t know anything about aquaculture but after watching the watermen out in Hungars Creek behind their house, he became interested and started watching YouTube videos and - [Thank You](https://thenaturebus.com/thank-you/) - Your nature experience awaits! See you soon! Your TICKET will be sent to you via email. Please read the paragraphs below. You will need two (2) things to board The Nature Bus: 1. Signed waiver (print and complete this form at home, sign, bring with you) 2. Valid ID (tickets are not transferable). Each tour - [Victoria](https://thenaturebus.com/victoria/) - Victoria Victoria grew up in New Hampshire and is now a high school English teacher with VBCPS. In the summers, she works as a specialist at a local outdoor camp with all children of all ages. In her free time, she loves to travel and adventure. When she’s not in the classroom, you will most - [Kevin](https://thenaturebus.com/kevin/) - Kevin Kevin is an artist, musician and naturalist who graduated from George Mason University with a degree in sculpture and painting. Kevin was homeschooled growing up, spending much of his time exploring outdoors and learning from the world around him. Kevin attributes much of his success to his educational and environmental experiences, and therefore believes - [Ruth](https://thenaturebus.com/ruth/) - Ruth Ruth received her bachelor’s in physics from Stanford, and has dual engineering master’s degrees from University of Michigan. She has been an engineer for 32 years, at NASA Langley for the last 26 years. Ruth is a member of Mothers Out Front, a diverse group of women working against climate change. She is also - [Mickie](https://thenaturebus.com/mickie/) - Mickie Mickie credits her Dad with instilling a love for nature, having accompanied him picking blueberries and digging for clams in Maines’ Acadia National Park when she was a young girl.She and her late husband raised 2 fine young men. She volunteered as their Cub Scout Assistant Pack Leader then earned scouting’s Eagle Badge herself. - [Stephanie](https://thenaturebus.com/stephanie/) - Stephanie Stephanie is a yoga instructor and elementary school teacher with a passion for everything outdoors. She graduated from Christopher Newport University and received her yoga certification from Zenya Yoga Academy. As a teacher, she loves to incorporate yoga and meditation into her classroom and beyond. When she is not in the classroom, you will - [James Abbott](https://thenaturebus.com/james-abbott/) - James Abbott I’m James Abbott and growing up in the Tidewater of Virginia, the James River was an incredible natural backdrop to grow up with. Many of my first outdoor experiences and actives were in the marshes along its banks or on the trails in its western mountains. I left for the University of North - [Laura](https://thenaturebus.com/laura/) - Laura Laura grew up in Maryland with a passion for the Chesapeake Bay and exploring the outdoors. After completing her B.S. in Biology from Towson University, and a summer internship leading kayak eco-tours for Delaware Seashore State Park, she became hooked on educating others on coastal ecology and maritime history. Having worked for the Maryland - [Ranger Bill](https://thenaturebus.com/bill/) - Ranger Bill Bill Dyas, Educator, Community Advocate and Interpretive Guide Bill grew up on the Chesapeake Bay with a love of the outdoors and a passion for Virginia history and re-exploring the “New World”. After a career that would take Bill around the world for 30+ years, he returned to Virginia in 2013, settling on - [About](https://thenaturebus.com/about-thenaturebus/) - Our Story Buy Mariah’s book, available on Amazon.com Many years ago, when owner Suzanne Moss’ daughter (Mariah) was just 5 years old they started a little “nature club” together. This club grew organically, with a wait list. Mariah even wrote and published a book about the club! A few years ago they expanded the club, - [Dot](https://thenaturebus.com/dot/) - Dot is the Eastern Shore Region Steward and Natural Areas Research Coordinator for the Virginia Natural Heritage Program (DNH), a division within the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR). Primarily responsible for the oversight of the 9 state Natural Area Preserves on the Eastern Shore, Dot also coordinates scientific research initiatives within the state Natural - [Elisabeth](https://thenaturebus.com/elisabeth/) - Elisabeth is a bird biologist, master naturalist, and a former Deputy Director of the NYC Urban Park Rangers. She especially loves mushrooms, moths, and night hikes. Elisabeth is known for her passion for educating "nature beginners," and her enthusiasm about anything and everything outdoors. - [The Night Sky](https://thenaturebus.com/astronomy-half-day/) - The stars have aligned to prove it is time to go on The Nature Bus’s night sky experience. Spend the first part of your night at a planetarium for an astonishing cinematic experience, head to a local brewery or restaurant for dinner and drinks, and then look through a telescope at starry skies with a local astronomer. - [Virginia's Animal & Plant Life](https://thenaturebus.com/va-animal-and-plant-life/) - Let us take you to a living museum of Virginia’s indigenous species. Explore and be inspired by the diversity of life on display in aquariums, aviary, botanical preserve, science center, planetarium and more! - [Gal's Getaways](https://thenaturebus.com/gals-getaways/) - Take a two-day trip with your friends to Charlottesville, VA, to visit wineries, the downtown area, have a guided painting lesson in the mountains, hike beautiful trails, and much more! - [Terms & Conditions](https://thenaturebus.com/terms-conditions/) - NB_TermsAndConditions - [The Nature Bus Waiver](https://thenaturebus.com/the-nature-bus-waiver/) - NB_Waiver1 - [Two-Day Beach Retreat](https://thenaturebus.com/two-day-beach-retreat/) - Do you live inland? Want a day at the beach? Let us pick you up in your hometown and customize your weekend beach package! - [Yoga on the Beach](https://thenaturebus.com/yoga-on-the-beach/) - Salut to the Sun with the sand under your toes. We can take your group of 10-16 to beach for guided yoga either for the sunrise or sunset. - [Amazing Pollinators](https://thenaturebus.com/amazing-pollinators/) - Travel with a naturalist to a nature destination to discover the world of pollination. - [Paddle On The Eastern Shore](https://thenaturebus.com/eastern-shore-paddle/) - Travel across the Chesapeake Bay bridge-tunnel to the Eastern Shore of Virginia, and spend the day exploring the bay waters, estuaries, and around ship ruins. - [Chincoteague & Assateague](https://thenaturebus.com/chincoteague-assateague/) - Take a peaceful getaway to the Chincoteague & Assateague islands. Home to wild ponies, a diverse range of birds and other mammals, and beautiful beach scapes. - [Tour of Portsmouth](https://thenaturebus.com/tour-of-portsmouth/) - An intimate sightseeing tour of Portsmouth, Virginia. Includes guided tours of historic and natural areas. - [Gardener's Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/gardeners-tour/) - Private group tour, for two day excursion to Richmond and Charlottesville to visit several of Virginia's most breathtaking gardens. - [Nature Journaling](https://thenaturebus.com/nature-journaling/) - Travel to a scenic location and under the direction of a guide, learn techniques in how to create your own nature journal. - [Autumn is in the Air](https://thenaturebus.com/autumn-air/) - Private group tour, for two day scenic excursion and a chance to go apple picking at an orchard, explore downtown Charlottesville, hike in Shenandoah National Park, and visit three beautiful vineyards! - [Light Up Your Holiday](https://thenaturebus.com/light-up-your-holiday/) - Enjoy sipping wine while painting ornaments with your friends and, then view over 20 blocks of holiday light displays from on-board The Nature Bus. - [The Williamsburg Experience](https://thenaturebus.com/williamsburg-experience/) - We let you choose from all Williamsburg has to offer. On this full day tour, your group can visit Colonial Williamsburg, wineries and much more! - [The Stars Have Aligned](https://thenaturebus.com/astronomy/) - The stars have aligned to prove it is time to go on The Nature Bus’s night sky experience. Head to a planetarium for an astonishing cinematic experience, a local brewery or restaurant for dinner and drinks, and then look through a telescope at starry skies with a local astronomer. - [Tour of Virginia Beach](https://thenaturebus.com/tour-of-virginia-beach-half-day/) - An intimate sightseeing tour of Virginia Beach, interpreted by a Historian. This experience also includes visits to natural areas. - [Tour of Virginia Beach](https://thenaturebus.com/tour-of-virginia-beach/) - An intimate sightseeing tour of Virginia Beach, interpreted by a Historian. This experience also includes visits to natural areas. - [Escape to the Eastern Shore](https://thenaturebus.com/escape-to-the-eastern-shore/) - Travel across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, awarded as one of the “Seven Engineering Wonders of the Modern World,” and explore natural areas on the Eastern Shore with a guide. - [Riding Rapids](https://thenaturebus.com/riding-rapids/) - The best rollercoasters are the ones Mother Nature put out there for you to find. Strap yourself in, put on a helmet, and get ready for the ride of your life! - [Naturalist-Guided Forest Walk](https://thenaturebus.com/naturalist-guided-forest-walk/) - Participants will enter a magically beautiful forest where Spanish moss hangs overhead. A naturalist will point out interesting nature facts and the history of the location. - [Green Architecture](https://thenaturebus.com/green-architecture/) - Visit and take a private tour of one of the greenest buildings in the world designed to inspire generations to protect the Chesapeake Bay. Then take a guided nature walk with a naturalist at Pleasure House Point Natural Area. - [Green Places](https://thenaturebus.com/green-places/) - Explore Virginia’s largest Botanical Garden with a naturalist as your guide, or feel free to explore on your own. Walk and ride a tram around 175 beautiful acres made accessible to discover gardens in bloom, greenhouses, a butterfly house, and much more! - [Early Birds](https://thenaturebus.com/early-birds/) - Prepare to fall in love with our feathered friends, and join a birding expert on an early morning birding-adventure. You'll travel to a scenic location and discover some of our local bird species. - [Painting in Nature](https://thenaturebus.com/painting-in-nature/) - Tap into your creative side and bring nature onto a canvas. A local artist will guide you step-by-step through the process. - [Forest Bathing](https://thenaturebus.com/forest-bathing/) - Unwind and re-connect on a peaceful forest walk at First Landing State Park. This restorative nature-experience is all about deepening your connection with nature. - [Puppy Pawty with The Nature Bus](https://thenaturebus.com/puppy-pawty/) - The Nature Bus is dog friendly for friendly dogs! Bring your best friend on a special nature experience designed for you and your dog… to socialize with other pups and owners. Visit an outdoor agility course, and have a photo shoot with your dog! - [Robbie](https://thenaturebus.com/robbie/) - Robbie is a nature guide and marketing assistant. He graduated from Old Dominion University with a degree in Biology, and a concentration in Ecology. He loves hiking and being outdoors, learning and sharing his knowledge about all organisms (especially mammals), how they evolved, animal behaviors and their interactions. - [Bob](https://thenaturebus.com/bob/) - Bob Technical Director, Training at Hendall Inc Principal at Baxter Warner Associates Historical Interpreter & Guide at Virginia State Parks Studied Higher Education Administration at University of Virginia Studied History at Old Dominion University - [Blog](https://thenaturebus.com/blog/) - Latest Posts from Blog All Autumn Spring Summer Uncategorized Winter All Autumn Spring Summer Uncategorized Winter January 22, 2026 A Reflection on the Certification Journey Suzanne Moss, Owner and Operator of The Nature Bus; President and Founder of Nature Matters, based in Virginia Beach; and retired classroom educator is our newest Virginia Certified Environmental Educator! With Suzanne’s permission, we bring - [Dave](https://thenaturebus.com/dave/) - Dave is a member of the Virginia Society of Ornithology, formerly taught at various places in MA including Fisher College, MassBay Community College, and the Harvard Museums of Cultural and Natural History, and is the self-appointed Ornithologist-in-Residence of South Norfolk, VA. He works with the Elizabeth River Project as a bird trip leader, teacher, educational - [Southside Daily](https://thenaturebus.com/southside-daily/) - Virginia Beach has its very own ‘Miss Frizzle,’ and she has a nature bus to prove it Melanie OcchiuzzoMay 19, 2019 VIRGINIA BEACH — Suzanne Moss is the owner and driver of the region’s very own Nature Bus, which she uses to take people on nature experiences around the state. Three years ago Moss embarked - [Gail](https://thenaturebus.com/gail/) - Gail - [Virginian Pilot 3.13.18](https://thenaturebus.com/virginian-pilot-3-13-18/) - Home Inside Business Inside Business News Entrepreneurs & Innovation ENTREPRENEURS & INNOVATION The Nature Bus LLC | Startup spotlight Mar 13, 2018 Business name: The Nature Bus LLC Owner: Suzanne Moss Month and city where founded: April 2017; Virginia Beach What’s the big idea? The Nature Bus helps people of all ages connect with nature. - [Chris](https://thenaturebus.com/chris/) - Chris Chris studied clinical laboratory medicine at Old Dominion University and Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, later running the Special Chemistry department at Public Health Service Hospital in Norfolk. Eleven years later she was offered a job at the US Postal Service that she couldn’t turn down. She became the Wellness Coordinator for a staff of - [Vickie](https://thenaturebus.com/vickie/) - Vickie Vickie is an herbalist and wild foods forager with a Master’s Degree in Therapeutic Herbalism. She teaches classes on edible and medicinal plants as well as outdoor education programs. She was the editor and publisher of The Wild Foods Forum newsletter from 1994-2014 and is the author of the “Everything Guide to Foraging,” published - [Shawn](https://thenaturebus.com/shawn-callahan/) - Shawn Shawn loves to paddle the waterways of Virginia in search for wildlife. An amateur naturalist, he enjoys bringing the wonder of nature to groups. He has lead nature hikes, bird walks, kayak tours, preschool nature and many other outreach programs. - [Stuart](https://thenaturebus.com/stuart-mccausland/) - Stuart Stuart has a long association with Nature in Tidewater, Virginia. With his father, he trapped nutria in Back Bay. Vocationally he was the first-ever biologist with the Virginia Mosquito Control Commissions, entomologist with the Va. Dept. of Health, and high school biology, oceanography and physics teacher. Since being retired, he has become a Master - [Alaurah](https://thenaturebus.com/alaurah/) - Alaurah Alaurah is a Coastal Scientist at an engineering firm in Virginia Beach. Alaurah received her BS in Environmental Science from the University of Maryland and a Masters in Water Resources Management at Duke University. She has been working in the environmental consulting industry for several years, both locally and in the DC area. Working - [Frank](https://thenaturebus.com/frank-s-walker/) - Frank Meet Frank – served two terms as the President of Tidewater Beekeepers Association and also served two terms as President of Virginia State Beekeepers Association. He’s currently serving as the Director of the Master Beekeeper Program for Virginia State Beekeepers Association. Mr. Walker is the founder and current President of Norfolk Beekeepers. Mr. Walker - [Mariah](https://thenaturebus.com/mariah-moss/) - Mariah Mariah is a senior at Governor’s School for the Arts in the Musical Theatre department. Mariah likes to sing, dance, and act all at the same time! She is also the founder of the non-profit organization Virginia Junior Master Naturalists. She is an American Red-Cross certified lifeguard and water safety instructor, as well as - [Zachary](https://thenaturebus.com/zachary/) - Zachary My name is Zachary and nature has always been a huge passion of mine. I have worked for parks for the last 5 years or so. I have done nature programs and lead hikes before and have used my own photogrpahy and wild snakes for programs with the public. I have a 2 year - [Registration Cancelled](https://thenaturebus.com/registration-cancelled/) - [ESPRESSO_CANCELLED] - [Communicate Your Wishes](https://thenaturebus.com/interest-form/) - Groups or Individuals, please share with us your interests and we'll help you plan the perfect nature experience right here in Virginia... simply fill out this form... - [Nature Young Adults](https://thenaturebus.com/nature-young-adults/) - Nature Young Adults more coming soon. In the meanwhile, visit the Imagine the Possibilities page and get inspired! - [Nature Families](https://thenaturebus.com/nature-families/) - Nature Families more coming soon. In the meanwhile, visit the Imagine the Possibilities page and get inspired! - [Nature Adults](https://thenaturebus.com/nature-adults/) - Nature Adults more coming soon. In the meanwhile, visit the Imagine the Possibilities page and get inspired! - [Nature Seniors](https://thenaturebus.com/nature-seniors/) - Nature Seniors more coming soon. In the meanwhile, visit the Imagine the Possibilities page and get inspired! - [Nature Teens](https://thenaturebus.com/nature-teens/) - Nature Teens more coming soon. In the meanwhile, visit the Imagine the Possibilities page and get inspired! - [Nature Kids](https://thenaturebus.com/nature-kids/) - Nature Kids more coming soon. In the meanwhile, visit the Imagine the Possibilities page and get inspired! - [Nature Babies](https://thenaturebus.com/nature-babies/) - Nature Babies more coming soon. In the meanwhile, visit the Imagine the Possibilities page and get inspired! - [Plant Pop Video](https://thenaturebus.com/plant-pop-video/) - [Interest Form Confirmation](https://thenaturebus.com/interest-form-confirmation/) - Your Form has been successfully submitted. - [Thank You](https://thenaturebus.com/thanks-possibilities/) - Thank you for your interest in this particular Nature Experience. Once we have gathered enough interest in this particular Nature Experience, the trip will be scheduled 8-12 weeks out and we will notify you that registration for this Nature Experience has been OPENED. Please be aware that we will fill the spaces on a first - [Spring Nature Possibilities](https://thenaturebus.com/spring-nature-possibilities/) - With so many things to do and see across Virginia in the Spring, hop aboard The Nature Bus as we bring you to fun outdoor activities in nature... - [Summer Nature Possibilities](https://thenaturebus.com/summer-nature-possibilities/) - With so many things to do and see across Virginia in the Summer months, hop aboard The Nature Bus as we bring you to fun outdoor activities in nature... - [Autumn Nature Possibilities](https://thenaturebus.com/autumn-nature-possibilities/) - With so many things to do and see across Virginia in the Fall, hop aboard The Nature Bus as we bring you to fun outdoor activities in nature... - [Winter Nature Possibilities](https://thenaturebus.com/winter-nature-possibilities/) - Step aboard The Nature Bus this Winter for an experience closer with nature anywhere in Virginia. Departing from Virginia Beach, we bring you or your group to your nature experience. - [Checkout](https://thenaturebus.com/checkout/) - [ESPRESSO_TXN_PAGE] - [Registration](https://thenaturebus.com/registration/) - “Your Next Nature Experience Awaits!” [ESPRESSO_CHECKOUT] ## Posts - [seedprod](https://thenaturebus.com/seedprod/sp-cs/) ## Venues - [Great Outdoor Provision Co.](https://thenaturebus.com/venue/great-outdoor-provision-co/) - [Dogtown](https://thenaturebus.com/venue/dogtown/) - [Milano Congress Centre](https://thenaturebus.com/venue/milano-congress-centre/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Maecenas et ultrices massa, sed porta dui lobortis tincidunt. Sed diam nonummy nibh euismod. - [Max Theater Center](https://thenaturebus.com/venue/max-theater-center/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Maecenas et ultrices massa, sed porta dui lobortis tincidunt. 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Sed diam nonummy nibh euismod. ## Speakers - [Julian Young](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/julian-young/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent - [Dana Storey](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/dana-storey/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent - [Janet T. Ryan](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/janet-t-ryan/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent - [Judith R. Bragg](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/judith-r-bragg/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent - [Lara Norris](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/lara-norris/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent - [David H. Hanna](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/david-h-hanna/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent - [Reino Rasimus](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/reino-rasimus/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent - [Henry D. Jackson](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/henry-d-jackson/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent - [James Potter](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/james-potter/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent - [Marie Berger](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/marie-berger/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent - [Lily Banks](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/lily-banks/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent - [Marina Maur](https://thenaturebus.com/speaker/marina-maur/) - Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, voluptua iracundia disputationi an pri, his utinam principes dignissim ad. Ne nec dolore oblique nusquam, cu luptatum volutpat delicatissimi has. Sed ad dicam platonem, mea eros illum elitr id, ei has similique constituto. Ea movet saperet rationibus sit, pri autem aliquip invidunt an. Consetetur omittantur consequuntur eos et. Eleifend praesent ## Events - [Cypress Swamp Kayak Trip & Brewery](https://thenaturebus.com/events/cypress-swamp-kayak-trip-brewery/) - Tour Name: Cypress Swamp Kayak + Brewery Beginner friendly kayak paddle. Kayaking a new part of the creek this year. Experience new waters! Navigate the serene waters of the Powhatan Creek cypress swamp, immersing yourself in the beauty of flourishing plants and diverse bird species, concluding your adventure with a refreshing stop - [Customizable Group Nature Tour for up to 16 people](https://thenaturebus.com/events/customizable-group-nature-tour-for-up-to-16-people/) - TOUR NAME: Customizable Group Nature Tour for up to 16 people We will customize a GROUP nature tour of your DREAMS! View this video to get dozens of tour ideas your group will definitely enjoy! CLICK HERE The Nature Bus is a well established, award-winning tour operator, LOVED and trusted by the local community! Just - [The Nature Bus One-Week Summer Camp!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/the-nature-bus-one-week-summer-camp/) - The Nature Bus One-Week Summer Camp! Parents say Nature Quest is Virginia Beach's BEST Nature Camp run by 2 school teachers!!! (read reviews :) *AGES 8-12 ONLY 16 CAMPERS WILL BE ACCEPTED for this extra special 1-week opportunity. Dates: August 11 - 15 (one-week camp/5 days total) TIME: 9 am - 3 pm - [Eastern Shore Bird Migration and Lunch](https://thenaturebus.com/events/eastern-shore-bird-migration-and-lunch/) - Tour Name: Eastern Shore Bird Migration and Lunch Bird Migration Spectacle on Virginia’s Eastern Shore: A Coastal Adventure with Award-Winning Naturalist James Abbott TOUR DATE: Saturday, October 18, 2025 (Rain date is Sunday, October 19) Before purchasing your ticket, be sure you can go on the actual tour date and the rain - [New Year 'First Day Hike' with Naturalist James Abbott](https://thenaturebus.com/events/7753/) - First Day Hike First Landing State Park The Nature Bus Virginia Beach - [The Nature Bus Two-Week Summer Camp!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/the-nature-bus-two-week-summer-camp/) - The Nature Bus Two-Week Summer Camp! Parents say Nature Quest is Virginia Beach's BEST Nature Camp run by 2 school teachers!!! (read reviews :) *AGES 8-12 ONLY 16 CAMPERS WILL BE ACCEPTED for this extra special 2-week opportunity. Dates: July 14 - 25 (two-week camp/10 days total) TIME: 9 am - 3 pm - [Gift an Experience!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/gift-an-experience-4/) - Give the gift of experience! Please CLICK HERE to purchase. These are available until they are SOLD OUT. - [Chincoteague's Crown Jewels - Overnight Tour!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/chincoteagues-crown-jewels-overnight-tour/) - Chincoteague's Crown Jewels - Overnight Tour! Embark on an overnight Nature Bus journey led by birding expert James Abbott to explore Chincoteague and its National Wildlife Refuge, blending education, scenic exploration, and group socializing amid the natural wonders of Virginia's eastern shore. This is a public tour. It is also available as - [Private Tour: to the Great Dismal Swamp!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/private-tour-to-the-great-dismal-swamp/) - TOUR NAME: This is a Private Group Tour: to the Great Dismal Swamp! (not open to the public) Subtitle: Definitely Not Dismal: a nature tour with a bit of history ! TWO DATES: Thursday, April 11 + Friday, April 12, 2024 (Rain dates are Thursday, April 25 + Friday, April 26) The trip goes rain - [Nature Quest Summer Camp 2024 July 15-19](https://thenaturebus.com/events/nature-quest-summer-camp-2024-july-15-19/) - Nature Quest Summer Camp 2024 July 15-19 *AGES 8-12 by teacher recommendation; ONLY 16 CAMPERS WILL BE ACCEPTED/session for this extra special opportunity. STOP HERE AND READ THIS BEFORE PAYING FOR THIS CAMP: Please ONLY register when "accepted" to the program. After we receive a teacher recommendation for your child/teen, it will be reviewed. If - [Garden Club Private Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/events/garden-club-private-tour/) - TOUR NAME: Garden Club Private Tour DATE: Friday, April 7, 2023 Rain date: no rain-date selected; we will go rain or shine (we provide umbrellas) DURATION (7 hours ROUND TRIP): 8:45 am - 3:45 pm (traffic dependent; flexible return time) Please arrive at 8:30 am to board the bus. (REI 350 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach) - [Great Dismal Swamp: A History Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/events/7396/) - Great Dismal Swamp: A History Tour Hosted by a PhD historian as your guide! This is a public tour. It is also available as a private customizable group tour for up to 16 people. Email info@TheNatureBus.com to arrange. TOUR DATE: Saturday, March 23 (Rain date is Sunday, March 24) Before purchasing your - [Cruise the River "Electric" Style!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/cruise-the-river-electric-style/) - Tour Name: Cruise the River "Electric" Style! (This is a public tour. You can also book this tour as a private group tour for up to 16 people in two boats. Send email to info@TheNatureBus.com) TOUR DATE: Saturday, July 13, 2024 (Rain date is Sunday, July 14th) Before purchasing your ticket, be - [Embracing Native Botany](https://thenaturebus.com/events/embracing-native-botany/) - Tour Name: Embracing Native Botany This is a public tour. It is also available as a private customizable group tour for up to 16 people. Email info@TheNatureBus.com to arrange. TOUR DATE: Saturday, June 8, 2024 (Rain date is Sunday, June 9) Before purchasing your ticket, be sure you can go on the actual tour - [Butterfly Bliss: Guided Tour, Photography & Pub](https://thenaturebus.com/events/butterfly-bliss-guided-tour-photography-pub/) - Tour Name: Butterfly Bliss: Guided Tour, Photography & Pub This tour features Swallowtail Tales! Join us on a Swallowtail butterfly expedition, guided by an expert naturalist Maurice Cullen. Time for photography and pub delights. This is a public tour. It is also available as a private customizable group tour for up to - [Lighthouse Brushstrokes: Art & History Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/events/lighthouse-brushstrokes-art-history-tour/) - Lighthouse Brushstrokes: Art & History Tour Join us for a day where creativity meets history, and you leave with not just a watercolor painting, but a memorable experience etched in time. This is a public tour. It is also available as a private customizable group tour for up to 16 people. Email - [Chincoteague's Crown Jewels - 10 hour tour!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/chincoteagues-crown-jewels-10-hour-tour/) - TOUR NAME: Chincoteague's Crown Jewels - 10 hour tour! DATE: Saturday, February 3, 2024 DEPARTURE LOCATION: Bayside Recreation Center 4500 First Court Road Virginia Beach VA DURATION - approximately 10 hours (ROUND TRIP): 8:00 - 6:00 (ish) Flexible return time/Traffic dependent. NOTE: There will be a stop for lunch (bring $ for your food and - [Such a GRAND View!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/such-a-grand-view/) - TOUR NAME: Such a GRAND View! DATE: Sunday, February 4, 2024 DEPARTURE LOCATION: Mount Trashmore Park 310 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 DURATION - approximately 5 hours (ROUND TRIP): 8:00 am - 1:00 pm - (ish) Flexible return time/Traffic dependent. PRICE: $70 per person (a tip for the guide is already included in this - [Definitely Not Dismal: a nature tour with a bit of history!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/definitely-not-dismal-a-nature-tour-with-a-bit-of-history/) - TOUR NAME: Definitely Not Dismal: a nature tour with a bit of history ! DATE: Monday, January 29, 2024 DEPARTURE LOCATION: Mount Trashmore Park 310 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 DURATION - approximately 7 hours (ROUND TRIP): 9:00 - 4:00 (ish) Flexible return time/Traffic dependent. NOTE: There will be a 1-hour stop for lunch - [Birding on the Eastern Shore + Lunch in Cape Charles](https://thenaturebus.com/events/birding-on-the-eastern-shore-lunch-in-cape-charles/) - TOUR NAME: Birding on the Eastern Shore + Lunch in Cape Charles DATE: Sunday, January 28, 2024 DEPARTURE LOCATION: Bayside Recreation Center 4500 First Ct Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23455 DURATION - approximately 7 hours (ROUND TRIP): 9:30 - 4:30 (ish) Flexible return time/Traffic dependent PRICE: $90 per person (a tip for the guide is - [Tour CBF Green Building + Birding with Award-Winning Guide](https://thenaturebus.com/events/tour-cbf-green-building-birding-with-award-winning-guide/) - TOUR NAME: Tour CBF Green Building + Birding with Award-Winning Guide DATE: Saturday, January 27, 2024 DEPARTURE LOCATION: Princess Anne Recreation Center 1400 Nimmo Pkwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23456 DURATION - approximately 4 hours (ROUND TRIP): 8:00 am - 12:00 noon - (ish) Flexible return time/Traffic dependent PRICE: $65 per person (a tip for the - [Fall Tinkergarten: Weekly Nature Hour in the Forest (ages 1-6)](https://thenaturebus.com/events/fall-tinkergarten-weekly-nature-hour-in-the-forest-ages-1-6/) - TOUR NAME: FALL TINKERGARTEN: Weekly Nature Hour in the Forest (ages 1-6) Monday mornings, 11 am, at First Landing State Park for explorers 1 year old to 6 years old. Siblings under 1 year old may attend for free. Fall Session (6 days) = 10/2, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13 (rain date: - [Summer Tinkergarten with The Nature Bus!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/summer-tinkergarten-with-the-nature-bus/) - TOUR NAME: SUMMER TINKERGARTEN with The Nature Bus! Monday mornings, 11 am, at First Landing State Park for explorers 1 year old to 6 years old. Siblings under 1 year old may attend for free. Summer Session (6 days) = 7/17, 7/31, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/11 (rain date: 9/18) 11:00 - 12:00 - [Drop-in at Tinkergarten](https://thenaturebus.com/events/drop-in-at-tinkergarten/) - TOUR NAME: DROP-IN AT TINKERGARTEN with The Nature Bus! DROP-IN "small print" - Be sure to read carefully before purchasing a ticket. The drop-in fee is $35/child/class (no discounts or promo codes apply for a drop-in class). It is important for you to know that you will not appear on the class list or the - [Chincoteague! Naturalist-Guided (James) Refuge Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/events/chincoteague-naturalist-guided-james-refuge-tour/) - TOUR NAME: Chincoteague! Naturalist-Guided (James) Refuge Tour DATE: Saturday, April 29, 2023 Rain date: Sunday, April 30, 2023 (save both dates) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 7:00 am - 5:00 pm (traffic dependent; flexible return time) Please arrive at 6:45 am to board the bus. (REI 350 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach) to board the bus. PRICE: $75 - [Nature Quest Summer Camp 2023 Week #1](https://thenaturebus.com/events/nature-quest-summer-camp-2023-week-1/) - CAMP NAME: Nature Quest Summer Camp 2023 Week #1 *AGES 8-12; ONLY 16 CAMPERS WILL BE ACCEPTED/SESSION for this extra special opportunity. Register for just one week, or more weeks. Each week is UNIQUE, so go ahead and register for all four (4) sessions!!! WEEK ONE DATES: June 26-30 Week 1 = June 26-30 - [Red-Cockaded Woodpecker/Longleaf Pine Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/events/red-cockaded-woodpecker-longleaf-pine-tour/) - TOUR NAME: Red-Cockaded Woodpecker/Longleaf Pine Tour DATE: Saturday, May 13, 2023 (Rain or Shine; dress for the weather) DURATION (7 hours ROUND TRIP): 6:30 am - 1:30 (ish) pm, full day trip PRICE: $55 THIS IS AN EXCELLENT TOUR FOR MEMBERS OF: Hampton Roads Bird Club; VA Beach Audubon; Cape Henry Audubon; VSO Virginia Society - [Cape Henry Lighthouse Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/events/cape-henry-lighthouse-tour-2/) - DATE: Tuesday, May 16, 2023 Rain date: No rain date for this tour; we supply umbrellas DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:00 am – 3:00 pm (traffic dependent; flexible return time) Please arrive at 9:30-9:45 am to board the bus. (REI 350 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach) to board the bus. PRICE: $40 per person - [Private Tour: Virginia Green Conference - CBF Brock Center](https://thenaturebus.com/events/private-tour-virginia-green-conference-cbf-brock-center/) - TOUR NAME: Private Tour: Virginia Green Conference - CBF Brock Center DATE: Tuesday, March 21, 2023 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 8:45 am - 11:15 am Please arrive at 8:45 to board the bus. PRICE: Private Tour (free as part of the Virginia Green Conference) DESCRIPTION: Ride on board The Nature Bus to the CBF Brock Environmental - [A Dismal Paradise](https://thenaturebus.com/events/a-dismal-paradise/) - TOUR NAME: A Dismal Paradise DATE: Saturday, April 8, 2023 Rain date: Sunday, April 9, 2023 (save both dates) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 8:00 am - 4:00 pm (traffic dependent; flexible return time) Please arrive 15-30 min before departure to board the bus. (REI 350 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach) PRICE: $50 per person (8 hour tour) - [Relationship of Winter Ecology on Birds](https://thenaturebus.com/events/relationship-winter-ecology-birds/) - TOUR NAME: Relationship of Winter Ecology on Birds DATE: Sunday, February 5, 2023 DEPARTURE LOCATION: Mount Trashmore 310 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 DURATION - approximately 4 hours (ROUND TRIP): 8:00 am - 12:00 noon - (ish) PRICE: $45 per person Register and get your tickets at this link: https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/parks-recreation/special-events/Pages/winter-wildlife-festival.aspx DESCRIPTION: Hop on board - [Definitely Not Dismal: a history and nature tour!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/definitely-not-dismal-a-history-and-nature-tour/) - TOUR NAME: Definitely Not Dismal: a history and nature tour ! DATE: Tuesday, January 31, 2023 DEPARTURE LOCATION: Mount Trashmore Park 310 Edwin Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 DURATION - approximately 7 hours (ROUND TRIP): 9:00 - 4:00 (ish) NOTE: This time includes a 1 hour stop for lunch (bring $ for your food and - [Eastern Shore Birding + Lunch](https://thenaturebus.com/events/eastern-shore-birding-lunch/) - TOUR NAME: Eastern Shore Birding + Lunch DATE: Saturday, February 4, 2023 DEPARTURE LOCATION: Bayside Recreation Center 4500 First Ct Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23455 DURATION - approximately 7 hours (ROUND TRIP): 9:30 - 4:30 (ish) PRICE: $60 per person Register and get your tickets at this link: https://www.vbgov.com/government/departments/parks-recreation/special-events/Pages/winter-wildlife-festival.aspx DESCRIPTION: Cross the Chesapeake Bay Bridge - [Birding with Award-Winning Guide + Tour CBF Green Building](https://thenaturebus.com/events/birding-with-award-winning-guide-tour-cbf-green-building/) - TOUR NAME: Birding with Award-Winning Guide + Tour CBF Green Building DATE: Saturday, January 28, 2023 DEPARTURE LOCATION: Princess Anne Recreation Center 1400 Nimmo Pkwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23456 DURATION - approximately 4 hours (ROUND TRIP): 8:00 am - 12:00 noon - (ish) PRICE: $45 per person Register and get your tickets at this link: - [Public Tour: Autumn Leaf Peeping/Winery Trip](https://thenaturebus.com/events/public-tour-autumn-leaf-peeping-winery-trip/) - TOUR NAME: Public Tour: Autumn Leaf Peeping/Winery Trip DATE: Friday, November 4 - Sunday, November 6 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): departing at 6:30 pm sharp on Friday - returning Sunday around 7 pm (ish; tunnel traffic dependent) DESCRIPTION: Stunning scenic overlooks await you on the "National Scenic Byway" - the Skyline Drive through the Shenandoah National - [Pontoon Boat to Spawning Sturgeons](https://thenaturebus.com/events/pontoon-boat-to-spawning-sturgeons/) - TOUR NAME: Pontoon Boat to Spawning Sturgeons DATE: Saturday, September 17, 2022 Rain date: Sunday, September 18, 2022 (save both dates) DURATION: Full day tour! Virginia Beach to James River, Richmond. 7:30 am - 3:00 pm (traffic dependent; flexible return time) Please arrive at 7:00 am to board the bus (REI 350 Independence Blvd, Virginia - [Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park August 4, 9 am from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/naturalist-guided-walk-at-first-landing-state-park-aug-4-9-am-from-cavalier-beach-club/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park DATE: Thursday, August 4th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 9:00 am - 11:00 am (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier - [Virginia Beach History Tour August 25, 1:30 pm from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/virginia-beach-history-tour-august-25-130-pm-from-cavalier-beach-club/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Virginia Beach History Tour DATE: Thursday, August 25th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier Beach Club 4200 - [Virginia Beach History Tour August 18, 1:30 pm from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/virginia-beach-history-tour-august-18-130-pm-from-cavalier-beach-club-2/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Virginia Beach History Tour DATE: Thursday, August 18th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier Beach Club 4200 - [Virginia Beach History Tour August 11, 1:30 pm from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/virginia-beach-history-tour-august-11-130-pm-from-cavalier-beach-club/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Virginia Beach History Tour DATE: Thursday, August 11th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier Beach Club 4200 - [Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park August 25, 9 am from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/naturalist-guided-walk-at-first-landing-state-park-august-25-9-am-from-cavalier-beach-club/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park DATE: Thursday, August 25th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 9:00 am - 11:00 am (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier - [Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park August 18, 9 am from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/naturalist-guided-walk-at-first-landing-state-park-august-18-9-am-from-cavalier-beach-club-2/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park DATE: Thursday, August 18th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 9:00 am - 11:00 am (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier - [Holiday Spirits with The Nature Bus (Tues, Dec 13)](https://thenaturebus.com/events/holiday-spirits-with-the-nature-bus-tues-dec-13/) - TOUR NAME: Holiday Spirits with The Nature Bus (Tues, Dec 13) DATE: Tuesday, December 13th DURATION - aprox. 3.5 hours (ROUND TRIP): 6:00 - 9:30 (ish) PRICE: $30 per person (purchase your ticket at TheNatureBus.com > Calendar) DESCRIPTION: Get into the holiday spirit by hopping on board! Such a FUN way to celebrate the beginning - [Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park July 21, 9 am from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/naturalist-guided-walk-at-first-landing-state-park-july-21-9-am-from-cavalier-beach-club/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park DATE: Thursday, July 21st, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 9:00 am - 11:00 am (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier - [Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park July 14, 9 am from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/naturalist-guided-walk-at-first-landing-state-park-july-14-9-am-from-cavalier-beach-club-2/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park DATE: Thursday, July 14th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 9:00 am - 11:00 am (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier - [Virginia Beach History Tour July 28, 1:30 pm from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/virginia-beach-history-tour-july-28-130-pm-from-cavalier-beach-club-2/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Virginia Beach History Tour DATE: Thursday, July 28th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier Beach Club 4200 - [Virginia Beach History Tour July 21, 1:30 pm from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/virginia-beach-history-tour-july-21-130-pm-from-cavalier-beach-club/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Virginia Beach History Tour DATE: Thursday, July 21st, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier Beach Club 4200 - [Virginia Beach History Tour July 14, 1:30 pm from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/virginia-beach-history-tour-july-14-130-pm-from-cavalier-beach-club-2/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Virginia Beach History Tour DATE: Thursday, July 14th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier Beach Club 4200 - [Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park Jun 23, 9 am from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/naturalist-guided-walk-at-first-landing-state-park-jun-23-9-am-from-cavalier-beach-club/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park DATE: Thursday, June 23rd, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 9:00 am - 11:00 am (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier - [Virginia Beach History Tour June 23, 1:30 pm from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/virginia-beach-history-tour-june-23-130-pm-from-cavalier-beach-club/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Virginia Beach History Tour DATE: Thursday, June 23rd, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier Beach Club 4200 - [Virginia Beach History Tour June 16, 1:30 pm from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/virginia-beach-history-tour-june-16-130-pm-from-cavalier-beach-club-2/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Virginia Beach History Tour DATE: Thursday, June 16th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier Beach Club 4200 - [Virginia Beach History Tour June 9, 1:30 pm from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/virginia-beach-history-tour-june-9-130-pm-from-cavalier-beach-club/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Virginia Beach History Tour DATE: Thursday, June 9th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier Beach Club 4200 - [Pajama Llama (Camping + Llama Trekking)](https://thenaturebus.com/events/save-the-date-6-1819-pajama-llama-camping/) - TOUR NAME: Pajama Llama (Camping + Llama Trekking) *ONLY 10 TICKETS WILL BE SOLD for this extra special opportunity. DATE: Saturday, June 18 and 19 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): overnight trip departing at 8:30 am on Saturday, June 18; returning Sunday, June 19 7:00 ish (tunnel traffic dependent) Please arrive at REI to board - [U-Pick Lavender](https://thenaturebus.com/events/u-pick-lavender/) - TOUR NAME: U-Pick Lavender DATE: Saturday, June 11, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 12:00 noon - 7:00 pm Please arrive at 11:30 at REI 350 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach to board the bus. We will return to REI by 7:00/7:30 ish, however it is tunnel-traffic dependent. PRICE: $50 per person, includes a small bouquet of lavender - [Virginia Beach History Tour 1:30 pm from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/historian-guided-tour-of-virginia-beach-departs-cavalier-beach-club/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Virginia Beach History Tour DATE: Thursday, June 2nd, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier Beach Club 4200 - [Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park 9 am from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/naturalist-guided-walk-at-first-landing-state-park-depart-from-cavalier-beach-club-2/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park DATE: Thursday, June 9th, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 9:00 am - 11:00 am (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier - [Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park 9am from Cavalier Beach Club](https://thenaturebus.com/events/naturalist-guided-walk-at-first-landing-state-park-depart-from-cavalier-beach-club/) - NOTE: Departing from Cavalier Beach Club every Thursday/June - Sept/ 9-11am Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park; 1:30-3:30 Historian-Guided Tour of Virginia Beach TOUR NAME: Naturalist-Guided Walk at First Landing State Park DATE: Thursday, June 2nd, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 9:00 am - 11:00 am (2 hour tour) Pick-up and drop-off at the Cavalier - [Woodpeckers at Piney Grove (for naturalists + birders)](https://thenaturebus.com/events/5-7-save-this-date-2nd-woodpeckers-at-piney-grove/) - TOUR NAME: Woodpeckers at Piney Grove (for naturalists + birders) DATE: Thursday, May 5th (Rain date is Sunday, May 15) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 6:30 am - 1:30 (ish) pm, full day trip PRICE: $45 IMPORTANT NOTE - THIS TOUR IS ONLY FOR MEMBERS OF: Hampton Roads Bird Club; VA Beach Audubon; Cape Henry Audubon; VSO - [Guided Exploration](https://thenaturebus.com/events/guided-exploration/) - TOUR NAME: Guided Exploration - The Mariners' Museum and Nolan Trail DATE: Sunday, March 13 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:00 - 2:30/3-ish (return is traffic dependent) Please arrive at 9:30 at REI to board the bus. PRICE: $30 per person (purchase your ticket at TheNatureBus.com > Calendar) - [Watercolor in the Woods](https://thenaturebus.com/events/watercolor-in-the-woods-2/) - TOUR NAME: Watercolor in the Woods DATE: Saturday, June 4, 2021 (rain-date is Sunday, June 5) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:30 - 2:30 Please arrive at 10:00 at REI to board the bus. PRICE: $35 per person (purchase your ticket at TheNatureBus.com > Calendar) DESCRIPTION: Surround yourself with nature, creativity, and wonderful company at Sandy Bottom - [Tea, Treats and Tranquility](https://thenaturebus.com/events/tea-treats-and-tranquility/) - TOUR NAME: Tea, Treats and Tranquility DATE: Saturday, February 26, 2022 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:30 - 2:30 Please arrive at 10:00 at REI to board the bus. PRICE: $35 Lunch + tea included! See menu below. (purchase your ticket at TheNatureBus.com > Calendar) DESCRIPTION: Immerse your senses in a new level of wellness. Gain knowledge - [Woodpeckers Hike (public tour)](https://thenaturebus.com/events/save-the-date-woodpeckers-at-piney-grove/) - TOUR NAME: Woodpeckers Hike (public tour) DATE: Saturday, April 30 (Rain date is Sunday, May 1st) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 9:30 am - 4:30 pm, full day trip PRICE: $45 DESCRIPTION: Visit Piney Grove Preserve, home to Virginia's rarest bird, the red-cockaded woodpecker. Once numbering in the hundreds of thousands, these birds have been drastically reduced - [New Year "First Day Hike" with Naturalist James Abbott](https://thenaturebus.com/events/new-year-first-day-hike-with-naturalist-james-abbott/) - TOUR NAME: New Year 'First Day Hike" with Naturalist James Abbott DATE: Saturday, January 1st, 2022 (rain-date is Sunday, January 2nd) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 - 4:30 Please arrive at 1:00 at REI to board the bus. PRICE: $25 per person (purchase your ticket at TheNatureBus.com > Calendar) DESCRIPTION: This is such a FUN way - [Gift an Experience!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/gift-an-experience/) - Give the gift of experience this holiday! This is the perfect gift for nature enthusiasts and for those hard-to-shop-for-people. Each gift certificate has a $25 value. These can be applied to any one of our Saturday Escape tours; we offer these year round. We have something of interest for everyone! Upon the purchase of one - [Virginia Beach History Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/events/virginia-beach-history-tour/) - TOUR NAME: Virginia Beach History Tour DATE: Saturday, November 13, 2021 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:30 - 2:30 Please arrive at 10:15 at REI to board the bus. PRICE: $30 per person (purchase your ticket at TheNatureBus.com > Calendar) DESCRIPTION: An intimate sightseeing tour of Virginia Beach, interpreted by a historian. This is a rare opportunity. Retired - [Friday Night Stargazing with The Nature Bus](https://thenaturebus.com/events/friday-night-stargazing-with-the-nature-bus/) - TOUR NAME: Friday Night Stargazing Tour with The Nature Bus DATE: Friday, November 12, 2021 (rain-date is Saturday, November 13) Rain-date: Saturday, November 13 (be sure to clear BOTH dates on your calendar before purchasing a ticket; (Tickets are not refundable) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 5:00 pm departure - 9:00 pm return (flexible return time) Please - [Cycle the Capital Trail!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/cycle-the-capital-trail/) - TOUR NAME: Cycle the Capital Trail DATE: Updated Schedule = Sunday, October 17 (due to inclement weather) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 11 hours (8:00 am - 7:00 pm) Please arrive at 7:30 to load your bike onto the trailer, put your food/drink in coolers, sign waivers, and board the bus. PRICE: $40 per person DESCRIPTION: A great - [Ride The Nature Bus to the ZOO!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/ride-the-nature-bus-to-the-zoo/) - TOUR NAME: Ride The Nature Bus to the ZOO! DATE: Saturday, October 9 2021 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:30 - 2:30 PRICE: $20 Note: All sales are final; we do not offer refunds. DESCRIPTION: You've wanted to ride The Nature Bus with your child(ren) and what better place to "ride to....." THE ZOO! The heat of - [Naturalist James Abbott is Back!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/naturalist-james-abbott-is-back/) - TOUR NAME: Naturalist James Abbott is Back! DATE: Saturday, September 25, 2021 (rain-date is Sunday, September 26) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 9:00 - 2:00 Please arrive at 8:45 at REI to board the bus. PRICE: $30 per person (purchase your ticket at TheNatureBus.com > Calendar) DESCRIPTION: The Nature Bus will travel to Back Bay National Wildlife - [Guided Visit to a Pollinator Habitat](https://thenaturebus.com/events/guided-visit-to-a-pollinator-habitat-2/) - TOUR NAME: Guided Visit to a Pollinator Habitat DATE: Saturday, Sept 11, 2021 (rain-date is Sunday, Sept 12) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:30 - 2:30 Please arrive at 10:00 at REI to board the bus. PRICE: $15 per person (purchase your ticket at TheNatureBus.com > Calendar) DESCRIPTION: Imagine yourself standing in a flower meadow, with an - [Watercolor in the Woods](https://thenaturebus.com/events/watercolor-in-the-woods/) - TOUR NAME: Watercolor in the Woods DATE: Saturday, August 28, 2021 (rain-date is Sunday, August 29) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:30 - 2:30 Please arrive at 10:00 at REI to board the bus. PRICE: $35 per person (purchase your ticket at TheNatureBus.com > Calendar) DESCRIPTION: Let nature inspire your creativity as we travel to Sandy Bottom - [Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/events/back-bay-national-wildlife-refuge-tour/) - TOUR NAME: Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge Tour DATE: Saturday, August 14, 2021 (rain-date is Sunday, August 15) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:00 - 3:00 Please arrive at 9:45 at REI to board the bus. PRICE: $25 per person (purchase your ticket at TheNatureBus.com > Calendar) DESCRIPTION: The Nature Bus will travel to Back Bay National - [Stargazing Tour with The Nature Bus](https://thenaturebus.com/events/stargazing-tour-with-the-nature-bus-2/) - TOUR NAME: Stargazing Tour with The Nature Bus DATE: Friday, July 16, 2021 (rain-date is Friday, July 23) Rain-date: Friday, July 23 (be sure to clear BOTH dates on your calendar before purchasing a ticket; (Tickets are not refundable) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 7:00 pm departure - 10:30 pm return (flexible return time) Please arrive at - [Connecting with Nature: Forest Meditation](https://thenaturebus.com/events/connecting-with-nature-forest-meditation/) - TOUR NAME: Connecting with Nature: Forest Meditation DATE: Saturday, July 3, 2021 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:30 - 2:30 Please arrive at 10:00 at REI to board the bus. PRICE: $25 per person DESCRIPTION: Unwind and re-connect on a peaceful forest walk; guided Shinrin-yoku ('forest bathing') at First Landing State Park. This restorative nature-experience is all - [Ladies U-Pick Lavender and then Lunch](https://thenaturebus.com/events/ladies-u-pick-lavender-and-then-lunch/) - TOUR NAME: Ladies U-Pick Lavender and then Lunch DATE: Saturday, June 19, 2021 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:15 - 4:30 Please arrive at 10:00 at REI to board the bus. We try to return by 4:30 however it is tunnel-traffic dependent. PRICE: $35 per person, includes a small bouquet of lavender DESCRIPTION: The Nature Bus invites - [Author Vickie Shufer! Health and Wellness Botanical Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/events/author-vickie-shufer-health-and-wellness-botanical-tour/) - TOUR NAME: Author Vickie Shufer! Health and Wellness Botanical Tour DATE: Saturday, June 5, 2021 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 4 hours (10:30 - 2:30) Please arrive at 10:00 to board the bus PRICE: $30 per person DESCRIPTION: We will travel on board The Nature Bus. Journey to the Wild Woods Farm in the rural area of - [Cycle the Capital Trail: Richmond to Jamestown](https://thenaturebus.com/events/cycle-the-capital-trail-richmond-to-jamestown/) - TOUR NAME: Cycle the Capital Trail: Richmond to Jamestown DATE: Saturday, May 29 (first rain-date: Sunday, May 30) (second rain-date: Sunday, June 20) DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 11 hours (8:00 am - 7:00 pm) Please arrive at 7:30 to load your bike onto the trailer, put your food/drink in coolers, sign waivers, and board the bus. - [Naturalist-guided Visit to a Rare Habitat](https://thenaturebus.com/events/naturalist-guided-visit-to-a-rare-habitat/) - TOUR NAME: Naturalist-guided Visit to a Rare Habitat DATE: Sunday, May 16 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 6 hours (9:00-3:30) Please arrive at 8:30 to board the bus PRICE: $25 per person DESCRIPTION: The Nature Bus will whisk you off to a very special habitat. The low basil area habitat is unusual. The plant community is much - [Dismal Swamp Tour!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/dismal-swamp-tour/) - TOUR NAME: Dismal Swamp Tour! DATE: Sunday, June 13 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 5 hours (10:00 - 3:00) Please arrive at 9:45 to board the bus PRICE: $20 per person DESCRIPTION: This is your chance to hop-on-board The Nature Bus and take a guided tour of The Great Dismal Swamp! We will be met by a - [Red Ripe Juicy Strawberry Picking](https://thenaturebus.com/events/red-ripe-juicy-strawberry-picking/) - TOUR NAME: Red Ripe Juicy Strawberry Picking DATE: Saturday, May 8 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 4 hours (10:30 - 2:30) Please arrive at 10:00-10:15 to board the bus. The "boarding procedure" takes some time. You will be asked to sign the waiver and the covid 19 question form. PRICE: $10 per person PLUS cost of strawberries - [Saturday Escape - Dismal Swamp Tour!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-20/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape - Dismal Swamp Tour! DATE: Saturday, April 17th DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 5 hours (10:00 - 3:00) Please arrive at 9:45 to board the bus PRICE: $20 per person DESCRIPTION: This is your chance to hop-on-board The Nature Bus and take a guided tour of The Great Dismal Swamp! We will be - [Saturday Escape #18 Dog's Day Out](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-18-dogs-day-out/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape #18 - Dog's Day Out - Lure Course DATE: Saturday, April 24th DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 4 hours (10:30 - 2:30) Please arrive at 10:15 to board the bus PRICE: $20 per person + one dog Each dog must come with one handler. DESCRIPTION: This is your chance to hop-on-board The Nature - [DCR-Guided Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/events/event-1/) - TOUR NAME: DCR-Guided Tour DATE: Saturday, March 21 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 9 am - 6 pm, full day trip PRICE: $30 DESCRIPTION: Meet our guide! Rebecca O Wilson from DCR (Longleaf Pine Restoration Specialist; Department of Conservation and Recreation, Natural Heritage). She will spend 3 or 4 hours with our group. Many of us have - [Red-cockaded Woodpeckers at Piney Grove](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-8-indoor-nature-scavenger-hunt/) - TOUR NAME: Red-cockaded Woodpeckers at Piney Grove DATE: Sunday, March 22 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 6 hours 7:00 am - 1:00 pm (please arrive at 6:45 am) Departure from REI 350 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach at exactly 7 am *BRING your ticket to board and your printed, - [Event 4](https://thenaturebus.com/events/event-4/) - TOUR NAME: DATE: DURATION (ROUND TRIP): TBA PRICE: TBA DESCRIPTION: TBA *Open to everyone. All ages welcome. WHAT’S INCLUDED: – Air conditioned/heated new vehicle – Transportation – All fees (including museum admission, excluding food/drink) – Expert pre-planning services THINGS TO BRING: – Cash/card for your food, drinks (or pack a lunch; we have coolers on board the bus) - [Event 3](https://thenaturebus.com/events/event-3/) - TOUR NAME: DATE: DURATION (ROUND TRIP): TBA PRICE: TBA DESCRIPTION: TBA *Open to everyone. All ages welcome. WHAT’S INCLUDED: – Air conditioned/heated new vehicle – Transportation – All fees (including museum admission, excluding food/drink) – Expert pre-planning services THINGS TO BRING: – Cash/card for your food, drinks (or pack a lunch; we have coolers on board the bus) - [Event 2](https://thenaturebus.com/events/event-2/) - TOUR NAME: DATE: DURATION (ROUND TRIP): TBA PRICE: TBA DESCRIPTION: TBA *Open to everyone. All ages welcome. WHAT’S INCLUDED: – Air conditioned/heated new vehicle – Transportation – All fees (including museum admission, excluding food/drink) – Expert pre-planning services THINGS TO BRING: – Cash/card for your food, drinks (or pack a lunch; we have coolers on board the bus) - [Saturday Escape - Guided Tour of The Great Dismal Swamp](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-9/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape - Guided Tour of The Great Dismal Swamp DATE: Saturday, March 7 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 5 hours 9:30 am - 2:30 pm (check in at 9:15 please) Departure from REI 350 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach PRICE: $25 DESCRIPTION: We will be met by a naturalist with 20 years of experience leading - [Virginia Beach History Bus Tour](https://thenaturebus.com/events/history-bus-tour/) - Learn about area historical events from an on-board historian! For active adults & seniors CLICK HERE FOR PRINTABLE FLYER Saturday, Feb. 29 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Depart: REI, 350 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach, VA 23462 Nature Bus Contact: Suzanne Moss, 757-288-9595 Email: info@thenaturebus.com VB History Museums Contact: Amanda Roche, 757-385-5118 Email: - [Saturday Escape - Winter Nature Walk](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-9b/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape - Winter Nature Walk DATE: Saturday, March 14th DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 4 hours 9:30 - 1:30 (arrive 1t 9:15 please) DEPARTURE from REI 350 Independence Blvd. Virginia Beach PRICE: $25 DESCRIPTION: More than 7500 acres in size, Newport News Park is one of the largest municipal parks east of the Mississippi. - [Saturday Escape #8 Indoor Nature Scavenger Hunt](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-8/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape #8 - Indoor Nature Scavenger Hunt DATE: Saturday, February 22nd DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 4 hours 1:30 - 5:30 (please arrive at 1:15) Departure from REI 350 Independence Blvd, Virginia Beach PRICE: $20 DESCRIPTION: Snowy day? Cold? Not a problem. Hop on board The Nature Bus, get swept away to the awesome - [Saturday Escape #15](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-15/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape #15 - Revealed by 12 pm on Thursday, May 14th DATE: Saturday, May 16th DURATION (ROUND TRIP): TBA PRICE: TBA DESCRIPTION: TBA *Open to everyone. All ages welcome. WHAT’S INCLUDED: – Air conditioned/heated new vehicle – Transportation – All fees (including admission/guided tour, excluding food/drink) – Expert pre-planning services THINGS TO BRING: – - [Saturday Escape #14](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-14/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape #14 - Revealed by 12 pm on Thursday, May 7th DATE: Saturday, May 9th DURATION (ROUND TRIP): TBA PRICE: TBA DESCRIPTION: TBA *Open to everyone. All ages welcome. WHAT’S INCLUDED: – Air conditioned/heated new vehicle – Transportation – All fees (including admission/guided tour, excluding food/drink) – Expert pre-planning services THINGS TO BRING: – - [Saturday Escape #13](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-13/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape #13 - Revealed by 12 pm on Thursday, April 30th DATE: Saturday, May 2nd DURATION (ROUND TRIP): TBA PRICE: TBA DESCRIPTION: TBA *Open to everyone. All ages welcome. WHAT’S INCLUDED: – Air conditioned/heated new vehicle – Transportation – All fees (including admission/guided tour, excluding food/drink) – Expert pre-planning services THINGS TO BRING: – - [Saturday Escape #12](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-12/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape #12 - Revealed by 12 pm on Thursday, April 9th DATE: Saturday, April 11 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): TBA PRICE: TBA DESCRIPTION: TBA *Open to everyone. All ages welcome. WHAT’S INCLUDED: – Air conditioned/heated new vehicle – Transportation – All fees (including admission/guided tour, excluding food/drink) – Expert pre-planning services THINGS TO BRING: – - [Saturday Escape #11](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-11/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape #11 - Revealed by 12 pm on Thursday, April 2nd DATE: Saturday, April 4 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): TBA PRICE: TBA DESCRIPTION: TBA *Open to everyone. All ages welcome. WHAT’S INCLUDED: – Air conditioned/heated new vehicle – Transportation – All fees (including admission/guided tour, excluding food/drink) – Expert pre-planning services THINGS TO BRING: – - [Saturday Escape #10](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-10/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape #10 - Revealed by 12 pm on Thursday, March 26th DATE: Saturday, March 28 DURATION (ROUND TRIP): TBA PRICE: TBA DESCRIPTION: TBA *Open to everyone. All ages welcome. WHAT’S INCLUDED: – Air conditioned/heated new vehicle – Transportation – All fees (including museum admission, excluding food/drink) – Expert pre-planning services THINGS TO BRING: – Cash/card - [Saturday Escape #6 Explore Forest + Beach on Eastern Shore](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-6/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape #6 - Revealed by 12 pm on Thursday, February 6th DATE: Saturday, February 8th DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 10:15 - 2:30 (4 hours) PRICE: $25/person DESCRIPTION: Travel across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, awarded as one of the “Seven Engineering Wonders of the Modern World,” and explore a natural area on the - [Saturday Escape #5](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-5/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape #5 - Trip to the Virginia Living Museum DATE: Saturday, Feb. 1st 9:30 am - 1:30 pm DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 4 hours PRICE: $25 per person (includes transportation, a guide, admission fees, and a carefully planned itinerary) DESCRIPTION:Off we go to visit the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News, Virginia. This - [Saturday Escape #4](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-4/) - TOUR NAME: Saturday Escape #4 - Trip to the Virginia Living Museum DATE: Saturday, Jan. 4th 9:30 am - 1:30 pm DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 4 hours PRICE: $20 per person (includes transportation, a guide, admission fees, and a carefully planned itinerary) DESCRIPTION:Off we go to visit the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News, Virginia. This - [Saturday Escape #1](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-1/) - TOUR NAME: Nature Journaling on the Eastern Shore DATE: Saturday, November 16th DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 7 hours PRICE: $20 per person (includes transportation, a guide, admission fees, and a carefully planned itinerary) DESCRIPTION: *Open to everyone. All ages welcome. We go rain or shine, see our weather policy FAQson the page WHAT’S INCLUDED: – Air conditioned/heated new vehicle – Transportation - [Saturday Escape #2](https://thenaturebus.com/events/saturday-escape-2/) - TOUR NAME: Trip to the Virginia Living Museum DATE: Saturday, November 23rd DURATION (ROUND TRIP): 1:30 pm - 5:30 pm, 4 hours PRICE: $30 per person (includes transportation, a guide, admission fees, and a carefully planned itinerary) DESCRIPTION: Off we go to visit the Virginia Living Museum in Newport News, Virginia. This is an open-air museum - [Autumn is in the Air](https://thenaturebus.com/events/autumn-is-in-the-air/) - A two-day tour of the Shenandoah Valley, with apple picking at an orchard, visits to two heralded wineries, dinner in downtown Charlottesville, and hike in the Blue Ridge mountains along a beautiful trail. This is on a first-come, first-serve basis and there are only 16 seats available. If you are interested, reserve your - [Tour of Virginia Beach](https://thenaturebus.com/events/tour-of-virginia-beach/) - Take a ride on the Nature Bus. View and visit sites on this intimate city-sightseeing tour interpreted by a Historian. All ages welcome, however, this tour is geared towards adults. Expect a moderate amount of walking. Important: When visiting the Cape Henry lighthouses, there is a security check upon entering the Fort Story - [Bathe Your Senses](https://thenaturebus.com/events/guided-painting-in-nature/) - Tap into your creative side and bring nature onto a canvas. A local artist will guide you step-by-step through the process. No prior experience necessary. Following, a peaceful forest walk and guided Shinrin-yoku (‘forest bathing’). This restorative nature-experience is about deepening your connection with nature. Every Friday, June - August Price: $80.00 per - [Green Places](https://thenaturebus.com/events/green-places-13/) - Explore Virginia’s largest Botanical Garden with a naturalist as your guide. Walk and ride a tram around 175 beautiful acres made accessible to discover gardens in bloom, greenhouses, a butterfly house, and much more! Then, visit one of the greenest buildings in the world designed to inspire generations to protect the Chesapeake Bay. - [Boating and Brews](https://thenaturebus.com/events/boating-and-brews-9/) - Ride the bus to Richmond, VA and brave white-water rapids with rafting on the James River. Then make a stop at a local brewery for food and beers. Different classes of rapids available to choose from: easy or difficult. Every Monday, June - August Price: $125.00 per person *includes transportation, rentals and snacks - [Bathe Your Senses](https://thenaturebus.com/events/bathe-your-senses-8/) - Tap into your creative side and bring nature onto a canvas. A local artist will guide you step-by-step through the process. No prior experience necessary. Following, a peaceful forest walk and guided Shinrin-yoku (‘forest bathing’). This restorative nature-experience is about deepening your connection with nature. Every Friday, June - August Price: $80.00 per - [Early Birds](https://thenaturebus.com/events/early-birds-10/) - Join a birding expert on an early morning birding-adventure. Watch and learn about some of our local species, and listen to their songs at a time when they are most active. Every Sunday, June - August Price: $30.00 per person *includes transportation For our pick-up locations please visit our FAQs page We go rain or - [Green Places](https://thenaturebus.com/events/green-places/) - Explore Virginia’s largest Botanical Garden with a naturalist as your guide. Walk and ride a tram around 175 beautiful acres made accessible to discover gardens in bloom, greenhouses, a butterfly house, and much more! Then, visit one of the greenest buildings in the world designed to inspire generations to protect the Chesapeake Bay. - [Boating and Brews](https://thenaturebus.com/events/boating-and-brews/) - Ride the bus to Richmond, VA and brave white-water rapids with rafting on the James River. Then make a stop at a local brewery for food and beers. Different classes of rapids available to choose from: easy or difficult. Every Monday, June - August Price: $125.00 per person *includes transportation, rentals and snacks - [Early Birds](https://thenaturebus.com/events/early-birds/) - Join a birding expert on an early morning birding-adventure. Watch and learn about some of our local species, and listen to their songs at a time when they are most active. Every Sunday, June - August Price: $30.00 per person *includes transportation PRINTABLE FLYER Bring: Eyes and ears, cameras if - [Nature Walk and Artist-guided Painting](https://thenaturebus.com/events/nature-walk-and-artist-guided-painting-3/) - Tap into your creative side and learn to bring nature onto your canvas with an outdoor guided painting session. PRINTABLE FLYER Nature Walk and Artist-guided painting Free carpool transportation on The Nature Bus 8:30 – 9:00 am Meet at REI parking lot. Check-in process. Your printed ticket and ID required to board - [Teddy Bear Picnic](https://thenaturebus.com/events/teddy-bear-picnic/) - IMPORTANT NOTE: This event scheduled for Thursday, June 21st has a minimum number of participants required. If you register, and the minimum is not met, you will be fully refunded for your ticket. Depart from Whole Foods Market on board The Nature Bus to spend some quality time with your teddy bear. - [Nature Walk and Artist-guided Painting](https://thenaturebus.com/events/nature-walk-and-artist-guided-painting-2/) - Tap into your creative side and learn to bring nature onto your canvas with an outdoor guided painting session. PRINTABLE FLYER Nature Walk and Artist-guided painting Free carpool transportation on The Nature Bus 8:30 – 9:00 am Meet at REI parking lot. Check-in process. Your printed ticket and ID required to board - [Kiptopeke Getaway](https://thenaturebus.com/events/kiptopeke-getaway/) - The best $25 you'll ever spend! Enjoy a full day in nature with expert guides. Travel on board The Nature Bus to Kiptopeke State Park, where we will join an experienced forager on a wildflower walk, go fishing and crabbing, rent kayaks or bicycles, campfire singalong and s’mores, hike to the bluff - [A Walk in the Woods](https://thenaturebus.com/events/a-walk-in-the-woods/) - Take a beautiful walk around the Lake Lawson/Lake Smith Natural Area. Up to 2 easy miles on level mulched paths among mature trees, native shrubs, and wildlife. And learn a bit of this area’s natural and local history. Pack yourself a picnic lunch, and we will bring the picnic blanket. PRINTABLE FLYER A - [Yogaville Retreat](https://thenaturebus.com/events/yogaville-retreat/) - Ride The Nature Bus to the Yogaville Satchidananda Ashram. Visit the illuminated shrines at night. Partake in guided meditation, an ashram tour, yoga sessions, community gathering, and meals. Don't miss out on this transformative experience! Yogaville Retreat Free carpool transportation on The Nature Bus Accommodations in the Lotus Conference Center and all meals - [Nature Photography!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/nature-photography/) - Enjoy a day in Nature with a nature photographer! Hop on board The Nature Bus, ride to two local nature destinations. Learn the mechanics of your camera (SLRs + Cell phones), and how to elicit emotion and tell a story with your photographs. Special attention will be given to both mechanics of photography - [Snake Hunt with "The Snake Guy"](https://thenaturebus.com/events/snake-hunt-with-the-snake-guy/) - Join "The Snake Guy" for a guided exploration at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, where we will search for the elusive species of snakes, and other amphibians and reptiles in their natural habitat. PRINTABLE FLYER Snake Hunt with "The Snake Guy" Free carpool transportation on The Nature Bus 10:45 Meet the bus at - [An Escape to Yourself: Beach Yoga and Forest Bathing](https://thenaturebus.com/events/an-escape-to-yourself-beach-yoga-and-forest-bathing-4/) - Take a break to destress in nature's sanctuary with yoga on the beach, a guided forest hike, and meditation. PRINTABLE FLYER Beach Yoga and Forest Bathing Free carpool transportation on The Nature Bus 9:00 – 9:30 am Meet at REI parking lot. Check-in process. Your printed ticket and ID required to board - [An Escape to Yourself: Beach Yoga and Forest Bathing](https://thenaturebus.com/events/an-escape-to-yourself-beach-yoga-and-forest-bathing-5/) - Take a break to destress in nature's sanctuary with yoga on the beach, a guided forest hike, and meditation. PRINTABLE FLYER Beach Yoga and Forest Bathing Free carpool transportation on The Nature Bus 9:00 – 9:30 am Meet at REI parking lot. Check-in process. Your printed ticket and ID required to board - [An Escape To Yourself - Beach Yoga and Forest Bathing](https://thenaturebus.com/events/an-escape-to-yourself-beach-yoga-and-forest-bathing/) - Take a break to destress in nature's sanctuary with yoga on the beach, a guided forest hike, and meditation. PRINTABLE FLYER Beach Yoga and Forest Bathing Free carpool transportation on The Nature Bus 9:00 – 9:30 am Meet at REI parking lot. Check-in process. Your printed ticket and ID required to board - [Snake Hunt with "The Snake Guy"](https://thenaturebus.com/events/amphibiansreptiles/) - Join "The Snake Guy" for a guided exploration at Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, where we will search for the elusive species of snakes, and other amphibians and reptiles in their natural habitat. PRINTABLE FLYER Snake Hunt with "The Snake Guy" Free carpool transportation on The Nature Bus 10:45 Meet the bus at REI - [Nature Walk and Artist-guided Painting](https://thenaturebus.com/events/nature-walk-and-artist-guided-painting-4/) - Tap into your creative side and learn to bring nature onto your canvas with an outdoor guided painting session. PRINTABLE FLYER Nature Walk and Artist-guided painting Free carpool transportation on The Nature Bus 8:30 – 9:00 am Meet at REI parking lot. Check-in process. Your printed ticket and ID required to board - [Plant Wisdom](https://thenaturebus.com/events/plant-wisdom/) - An introduction to identifying edible and medicinal plants Free carpool transportation on The Nature Bus Become plant wise by immersing yourself into the world of plants and discovering the gifts they have to offer. Learn to recognize the different types of plants, their individual features (by drawing them), identifying them in their natural growing - [Brock Environmental Center: Tour + Yoga Class](https://thenaturebus.com/events/brock-environmental-center-tour-and-yoga-class/) - Ride The Nature Bus to the Brock Environmental Center! This is one of the most energy efficient, environmentally smart building IN THE WORLD! Take a guided tour and be amazing and inspired. Enjoy a yoga class in the Oyster Room at the Brock Center. $15/person PRINTABLE FLYER Brock Environmental Center: Tour + Yoga - [Love Your Dog Party!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/love-your-dog-party/) - Calling all party animals! FREE Event at Dogtown! Dogtown and the Nature Bus are partnering to bring you and your furry loved one a special Valentine’s Day party! PRINTABLE FLYER Show your pup just how much you love them by joining us for a fun filled afternoon. Activities include the doggy message station, - [New Year Forest Hike ~ yoga + painting included!](https://thenaturebus.com/events/nature-experience-hike-yoga-painting/) - Enjoy a day in Nature with a hike, yoga and guided meditation, and explore your creative side with a fun painting session led by an artist. New Year Forest Hike (yoga + painting included!) 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