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Airfield 4-H Conference Center

Description

Airfield 4-H Conference Center is a multi-use facility located in a natural, serene setting on the banks of the beautiful 105-acre Airfield Lake. Birds and wildlife are abundant on Airfield’s secluded 218 acre property. Mammals, large and small, are often observed including deer, beaver, rabbits, squirrels, and chipmunks. Bald eagles, a large variety of waterfowl, and wading birds may be observed throughout the year. Red-headed woodpecker, pileated woodpecker, wild turkey, brown-headed nuthatch, blue-grey gnatcatcher, eastern kingbird, pine warbler, and yellow-throated warbler are just some of the bird species you may observe during spring and summer. Wildlife viewing amenities include a boardwalk and gazebo on Lake Airfield, canoe rentals, a forested nature trail, and lakeside overlooks on the backside of each lodge. Stop by the check-in desk to pick up a map of the grounds, a birding pamphlet with a species list, or to rent a canoe.

Note:

  • It’s recommended to call the Airfield Center in advance to ensure that an event is not scheduled during the time of your visit.

Wildlife Sightings

114 species have been reported at this site to date.

Birds Recently Seen at Airfield 4-H Conference Center:

  • Canada Goose
  • Mallard
  • Ring-necked Duck
  • Killdeer
  • Ring-billed Gull
  • Turkey Vulture
  • Yellow-bellied Sapsucker
  • Red-bellied Woodpecker
  • American Kestrel
  • American Crow

Recent Checklists:

Date# of SpeciesSubmitted By
2 Mar 202616Virginia Masterson
2 Mar 202616JoAnn Dalley
21 Feb 202627Anonymous eBirder
18 Feb 20264Todd Deininger
16 Nov 202512M Heidel

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Amenities & Accessibility

Amenities

  • On-site Parking
  • Restrooms

Other Amenities: Camping/Lodging, Hiking Trails

Accessibility Considerations

This location does not have a Birdability Site Review available at this time

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Maps & Directions

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Physical Address: 15189 Airfield Rd, Wakefield, VA 23888

From Wakefield, head south on SR-628 for approximately 4.3 miles, turn right onto SR-729, turn left onto Airfield Road, make the next left, go right at the T-intersection, and follow the road to the parking area.

Access Requirements:

  • Free, Daily

Contact Information:

  • (757) 899-4901, Airfield4HCenter@vt.edu
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  • Sites, or portions of sites, can be closed periodically for management activities. Please always check the site’s website for additional information prior to visiting.

About the VBWT

The Virginia Bird and Wildlife Trail is a network of over 600 greenspaces and blueways throughout the Commonwealth selected for their wildlife viewing potential. Walk a nature trail, paddle a river, or enjoy a scenic overlook and you’ll soon see why Virginia is a premier destination for birding and wildlife viewing.

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