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Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest

Location of Hungry Mother State Park in Virginia

Where

Program Location: Beach
Main Park Address: Hungry Mother State Park, 2854 Park Blvd., Marion, VA 24354.

When

July 4, 2023. 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

It's time for Hungry Mother's favorite competition. Let's see which contestants from each age group can spit their seeds the furthest. Prizes and, most importantly, bragging rights for the year will be awarded to the winners.

Watermelon will be provided by the park and limited to one slice per person. All ages are welcome.

Seed Spitting Contest

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