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The health and safety of the Boxerwood community is our highest priority.  We are closely monitoring the Corona virus (COVID-19) situation as it continues to unfold globally and locally.  

Boxerwood Garden

The garden is still open dawn to dusk. When you visit, please promote the well-being of all by abiding by the following:

  • Respect social distance: enjoy the woods as a family or solo, but avoid congregating as groups
  • Keep dogs on leashes and pack out waste
  • Leave no trace: take any trash with you since staff ability to do so is limited
  • Refrain from smoking or vaping on the property

FACILITIES

We continue to keep the Boxerwood Garden open for all to enjoy.  As Virginia moves through reopening phases, we request that visitors keep abiding by physical distance and “leave no trace” protocols.  These practices will help all people feel comfortable on our property and will help us maintain good stewardship of our environment.   

Lodge

The Lodge remains closed to the public.

Bathrooms

There is a porta-potty near the parking lot entrance to the Play Trail.

Programming

Programming has been reenvisioned for pandemic times. We are following best practices to keep a a safe environment for both children and staff.

Rentals

Our outdoor spaces are open for rental with a limited capacity. (Note: no access to the lodge (bathrooms, kitchen, etc.)  is allowed at this time. View our rental page for more up to date information

Play Trail

The Play Trail will open to the public beginning April 1, 2021. The area will be open daylight to dusk daily, and closed 3:00 - 4:30 pm, every Monday through Friday for an existing Boxerwood program.

The Play Trail is designed for children 8 years and younger, only. Adult supervision required. Children above age 8 please explore other areas of the Garden instead. Thank you for your respect and consideration.

STAYING COVID SAFE

Please keep the PlayTrail uncrowded.

  • If it looks busy, wander the garden then come back when less crowded.
  • If you have been at the Play Trail for a while and it becomes crowded, consider wandering to a less crowded Garden spot so others can also use the Trail.
  • Abide by Virginia mandates for mask wearing and social distancing. We strongly recommend wearing a mask around those outside of your family or close social group.

Above all, please be courteous and safe on the Play Trail. Boxerwood reserves the right to close the Play Trail to the public if it is not being used in a safe manner.