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Lake Accotink Offers Critter Catch Program

Saturday, September 12, 2026 · Springfield, VA

Lake Accotink Park will host Critter Catch on Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at 7500 Accotink Park Road in Springfield. The program is for children ages 2 to 7 and uses a catch-and-release search for tadpoles, insects, frogs, and other wildlife around the lake. Participants should bring old shoes that can get wet and muddy. The Fairfax County Park Authority lists the program on the park's 2026 events calendar, giving local families a scheduled outdoor activity with a hands-on nature focus.

This local community update for Springfield, VA is scheduled for Saturday, September 12, 2026 and is presented by Esther Camarotte. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Springfield, VA area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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