Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve

10/24/2026

Join us on our final Salt Marsh Paddle of the year.

As the crisp air settles in, the creek transforms into a colorful corridor of fall foliage. 🍁 Let our expert guide lead you through a peaceful yet vibrant ecosystem filled with local wildlife—from soaring coastal birds to active crabs and fish. 🌾 Wrap up the paddling season with us on this unforgettable journey.

📅 Saturday, October 31
🕐 1–3:30 PM
🎟️ $30 HCWF Members; $40 not-yet members
🔗 Purchase tickets here: hofflercreek.org/product-page/salt-marsh-paddle-october-31

10/22/2026

We are so grateful to Wetlands Watch and Catch the King volunteer tide mappers for their support during the king tide weekend!

10/18/2026

As spooky season reaches its peak, join us for the final paddling opportunity of the year. ✨

Watch Lake Ballard transform under the hauntingly beautiful glow of the Hunter’s Moon. 🌕 Whether you want to discover the nocturnal creatures that wake up in the dark, or simply enjoy a quiet solo paddle, it’s your final chance to experience the Preserve from the water this year!

📅 Saturday, October 24
🕤 5:45–8:15 PM
🎟️ $30 HCWF members; $40 not-yet members
🔗 hofflercreek.org/product-page/full-moon-paddle-october-24

10/11/2026

Get ready for an incredible adventure on the trails! 🍄

We are thrilled to welcome back Theresa Augustin, Norfolk Botanical Garden’s Vice President of Education, for an exclusive guided mushroom tour at Hoffler Creek. Tag along as Theresa leads the hunt for fascinating fungi commonly found right here in our region. You’ll learn identification techniques, discover the secrets of these woodland networks, and see our trails in a whole new way! 🍄‍🟫✨

📅 Saturday, October 24
🕙 10–11:30 AM
🎟️ $10 HCWF members; $15 not-yet members
🔗 Learn more and register here: hofflercreek.org/product-page/mushroom-walk-october-24

10/09/2026

Watch the day fade and the magic begin on the last sunset kayak tour of the year! 🌅

Paddle through the peaceful waters, immersing yourself in this unique marshland habitat. Then, as the sun dips below the horizon, witness the beauty of the Monitor-Merrimac Bridge-Tunnel, bathed in the warm glow of sunset over the James River. It’s the ultimate way to wrap up the paddling season.

📅 Thursday, October 22
🕔 5–7:30 PM
🎟️ $30 HCWF members, $40 not-yet members
🔗 hofflercreek.org/product-page/sunset-paddle-october-22

10/09/2026

10/08/2026

🌊 Help us bridge this data gap!

Partnering with Wetlands Watch , we’re gathering community scientists to map this weekend’s king tide flooding along Hoffler Creek using smartphones. 📱

Catch the King Coordinator Stephanie Letourneau and Tide Captain Garry Harris will be on-site the morning of Saturday, October 10 to show you how it works—plus provide snacks and swag! Drop by, grab some gear, and make a real impact on local flood data.

📅 Saturday, October 10 from 9:30–11:30 am
📅 Sunday, October 11 from 10 am–12 pm
🎟️ Free!
🔗 Learn more here: wetlandswatch.org/catchtheking