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Earth Day

Where
York River State Park, 9801 York River Park Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188.
Visitor Center
When
April 22, 2023. 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Celebrate Earth Day with us as we focus on oysters and the brackish water ecosystem they help support. Come and see how our oysters are growing in our gardening cages. We have an aquarium with a mock reef and the fish and shellfish that make their home among the bivalves. Exhibitors will be on hand highlighting aspects of our natural world. Plus you can learn how to get involved in growing oysters and citizen science.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 757-566-3036
Email Address: YorkRiver@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | National Events | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
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