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Due to the expected impact of the winter storm, all Virginia State Park overnight facilities will be closed from Friday, Jan. 23 through Tuesday, Jan. 27. This decision is based on the forecast for unsafe conditions and potential power outages. For updates click here.

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Media inquiries: Please contact Dave Neudeck, dave.neudeck@dcr.virginia.gov, 804-786-5053.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: February 15, 2024
Contact: Kim Wells, Public Relations and Marketing Specialist, 804-217-1077, kim.wells@dcr.virginia.gov

Volunteer Park Cleanup at Kiptopeke State Park
Help the park staff prepare the campgrounds

(Editors: Follow this link to download an image. Photo caption: Kiptopeke State Park volunteers ready for cleanup)

EASTERN SHORE, VA. – Kiptopeke State Park will be hosting a Volunteer Park Cleanup on Feb. 24 from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m.  

“Lend an extra set of hands to help us clean up and prepare the park for camping season this year,” said Kiptopeke State Park Manager Sean Dixon. “We will need help with trail trimming, minor construction, painting and beach cleanup. Let us know if you have a special skill in any of those areas so we can find the best project to suit your skills.” 

Participants will meet at the park office to be assigned their cleanup tasks. 

Gloves and tools will be provided, but volunteers are asked to bring a water bottle and to be sure to wear appropriate clothing and footwear for working outdoors. 

This volunteer event is a great way to get outside and contribute to making Virginia State Parks a beautiful place to explore. 

Call the park at 757-331-2267 or email william.ellson@dcr.virginia.gov for more details. 

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Virginia State Parks are managed by the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation. For more information about Virginia State Parks’ activities and amenities or to reserve one of the more than 1,800 campsites or 300 climate-controlled cabins, call the Virginia State Parks Reservation Center at 800-933-PARK or visitwww.virginiastateparks.gov. 

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