Manassas National Battlefield Park
Manassas National Battlefield park was established in 1940 to preserve the scene of two major Civil War battles. Located a few miles north of the prized railroad junction of Manassas, Virginia, the peaceful Virginia countryside bore witness to clashes between the armies of the North and South in 1861 and 1862.
These important battlegrounds and associated monuments are nestled in over 5000 acres of meadows, woodlands and streams.
Location: Manassas National Battlefield Park is located just north of Manassas Virginia.
Field Studies offered:
Study Sites:
| Young's Branch at Manassas 2 Battlefield |
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- Field Studies available: Alien Invaders, Don't Get Sedimental, Water Canaries, Watershed Watchdogs
- Habitat: Woodland Edge and Meadow
- Terrain: Picnic area near site. No trail to site but is easily walked. Hip boots a plus/requirement for students not wishing to get wet. Ticks are a problem; wear appropriate clothing.
- Not suitable for the disabled
- Facilities:Restrooms nearby, picnic area.
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| Restoration Site: Brownsville |
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- Field Studies available: Alien Invaders, Don't Get Sedimental, Water Canaries, Watershed Watchdogs
- Habitats: Woodland Edge, Meadow, Lowland Forest, River/Stream Bank
- Terrain: Open field with grasses and flowering plants just off parking lot. Mowed trails lead back to stream. Short and easy hike from parking lot to field study sites - follow mowed trail. Shallow stream with low banks; easy access to water. Verge with tree and herbaceous vegetation present and undisturbed; canopy mostly intact. Stream bends present, 1-4 riffles in 10 meters, some snags. Moderate amount of aquatic vegetation. Some erosion; bare soil exposed on several bends. Some sediment deposition and bedrock exposed in some areas. Invasives present.
- Facilities: Large parking lot; ample room for busses. Two restrooms (one with handicapped access). Multiple picnic tables. No shelter; bus must remain in parking lot during field studies in case of inclement weather.
- Additional Info: Young's Branch meanders through the area and could accomodate large groups if enough cross-training rangers/educators are able to participate. Ideal group size: 40.
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| Bull Run at Historic Stone Bridge |
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- Field Studies available: Don't Get Sedimental, Water Canaries, Watershed Watchdogs
- Habitat: River/stream bank
- Terrain: The field study site is located 100 yards from the parking lot, directly across the historic stone bridge which was used as a route of advance and retreat during two Civil War Battles. The site is mostly flat with a slightly rocky streambank.
- Suitable for the disabled
- Facilities: No restrooms nearby (nearest restrooms at visitor center).
- Additional Info:This site accommodates up to 40 students.
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For more information on Manassas National Battlefield Park, including directions, visitor information and hours of operation, visit their official website: http://www.nps.gov/mana/
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