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Cats vs. Dogs

Location of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia

Where

Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.
Beach

When

July 5, 2022. 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Are you a cat or a dog person? It's an age old question that has left many divided, but let's get the facts to back up our preference.

Interpreters will be using tracks, furs, and scat of local wildlife to compare the two and answer all of your burning questions. You'll walk away with an appreciation of both animals even if you still have a preference for a companion.

A dog enjoying itself on the lake.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-781-7400
Email Address: HungryMother@dcr.virginia.gov