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Touch a turtle…see a snake…or just take in the “wild” sights. The Nature Zone is an environmental education center that offers a world of fun and excitement for all ages! The Nature Zone is excited to be located on the first floor of the beautiful, historic Miller Center! Each of our carefully selected displays are focused on our local watershed and homes for the Nature Zone animals. We also offer Discovery Drawers for visitors to explore. We are FREE and open to the public. Snake Feeding Fridays Ever wonder how a snake eats its prey? Stop by to watch our favorite snakes eat every Friday. Here are some happenings and activities you can experience at the Nature Zone: Animal Feedings Discovery Drawers Exhibits about Central VA Ecosystem Q&A with Naturalists Classes & Camps Adopt an AnimalTouch a turtle…see a snake…or just take in the “wild” sights. The Nature Zone is an environmental education center that offers a world of fun and excitement for all ages! The Nature Zone is excited to be located on the first floor of the beautiful, historic Miller Center! Each of our carefully selected displays are focused on our local watershed and homes for the Nature Zone animals. We also offer Discovery Drawers for visitors to explore. We are FREE and open to the public. Snake Feeding Fridays Ever wonder how a snake eats its prey? Stop by to watch our favorite snakes eat every Friday. Here are some happenings and activities you can experience at the Nature Zone: Animal Feedings Discovery Drawers Exhibits about Central VA Ecosystem Q&A with Naturalists Classes & Camps Adopt an Animal