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Canoeing with Ghosts

Location of Fairy Stone State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Beach Breezeway
Main Park Address: Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Dr., Stuart, VA 24171.

When

July 9, 2022. 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Paddle under the darkening sky to visit the ghosts that haunt the lost town of Fayerdale. Hear the ghost stories that tell the tragic tales of the demise of the town and its people.

Cost: $15 per canoe rental or $5 to bring your own boat. Life jackets are required

Registration required. Register at Fairy Stone Mercantile.

Guests with reservations should arrive 10 minutes early. Not all trips sell out, so those interested should visit the Fairy Stone Mercantile 15 minutes before the start time to see if slots are available.

Maximum participation: 12 canoes (3-4 per canoe depending on size of individuals)

Ages 4 and up. Children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: $15 per canoe.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-930-2424
Email Address: FairyStone@dcr.virginia.gov