Friends of Hidden Oaks Nature Center

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FOHONC is dedicated to supporting natural resource education and habitat protection in Fairfax County. Come visit us and enjoy nature!

Friends of Hidden Oaks Nature Center (FOHONC) is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization of local citizens who want to make a difference in the greater Annandale community. Since our creation in 2003, FOHONC has contributed to many projects to benefit Hidden Oaks and the broader community. In 2011 we received the Fairfax County Park Authority's Elly Doyle Park Service Award for our success in certifying Fairfax County as a National Wildlife Federation Community Backyard Habitat. We are also responsible for the maintenance and upkeep of Nature Playce. Some other recent projects include supporting purchases of plant identification signs, participating in the annual Fairfax County Earth Day Celebration, supporting Boy Scout Eagle Projects, and providing funds for projects and programs run by Hidden Oaks naturalists.

10/11/2026

It’s almost time to register for your favorite (or potential new favorite) winter programs at for December-February. 😍❄️
Head online to Parktakes (link in our bio) or call 703-941-1065 to register, starting October 27th.
Remember: Visitor favorites like Little Acorns or popular Scouting America badges fill up fast, but there are waitlists via Parktakes!

10/09/2026

Yesterday, released the last of the yearly monarch butterflies raised by their naturalists. They are off to join their fellow Danaus plexippus on their migration down to the Oyamel fir forests of Mexico. 🇲🇽
Safe travels, little guys and gals! 👋🏼 We can’t wait to meet your offspring next year.

10/07/2026

Thank you to nicole for making + sharing this funny skit video with us of green frog Basil. 😅🐸

We are here with a gentle reminder to all of the wonderful visitors of Hidden Oaks Nature Center to please not tap on the animal enclosures. ☺️👍🏼

09/28/2026

Which do you want? 😧 Help FOHONC for year two of October Extravaganza, where every weekend from 10/01-11/03 we’ll be tackling removal of invasive plants!
Registration is free, and can be done through the link in our bio or the QR code on the flyer to choose which day(s) you’d like to volunteer. 🌳 We hope to have you join us!

09/19/2026

The annual Nature Walk(s) with A Police Officer are coming up! 🐿️👮🏽🦋 Join in for one of the two fall dates for this free all-ages family event. Head to the link in our bio to register!

09/14/2026

There’s still a handful of spots available for the upcoming Snake & Turtle Feeding (2:00-3:00pm) at Hidden Oaks on September 21st! 🐍🐢
Ages 4-Adult can come enjoy this program. $9.00 per person, and make sure all children are accompanied by an adult that is also registered. 🐸 LINK IN OUR BIO!

09/12/2026

Who is that at Hidden Oaks? 🤔 It’s Visitor Services Manager, Kim Young! 🤗
Friends had a chat with her to get to know more about her time with HONC. Get to know her with us! 🌿

09/06/2026

Join the club 😎 the Environmental Science & Nature Club, that is.
Whether your kiddo is interested in one, or all, of the four weeks of this after school club - they’ll have a blast doing an array of indoor and outdoor activities. 🍄🍁🦠🦴
Each club gathering will be on a Wednesday from 4:30-6:00pm, for ages 8-12 ($12 per child).
Head to the link in our bio to register online via Parktakes!

09/04/2026

If you go down in the woods today, you’re sure of a big surprise 🤭 If you go down in the woods today, you better go in disguise 🤫 For every bear that ever there was will gather there for certain 🐻 Because today’s the day the teddy bears have their picnic! 🍯
Grab your picnic blankets, something to snack on, and your favorite stuffed animal to join Hidden Oaks on 09/13 for the annual Pooh Bear Picnic! Link in our bio to sign-up via Parktakes online.

09/02/2026

It’s time again for Veterans in Nature, presented by Friends of Hidden Oaks Nature Center. 🇺🇸
Join us on 09/12/2026 from 10:00-11:30am at HONC for an informative, fun, and relaxing time. This even is adults only and FREE.
Please register ahead of time online via Parktakes (link in bio) or by calling 703-941-1065.

Address

7701 Royce Street
Annandale, VA
22003

Website

http://www.fohonc.com/, https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/hidden-oaks, https://linktr.ee/FOHONC

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