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Girl Scouts Love State Parks

Location of Pocahontas State Park in Virginia

Where

Pocahontas State Park, 10301 State Park Rd., Chesterfield, VA 23832.
Multiple Locations

When

Sept. 9, 2023 8:00 a.m. - Sept. 10, 2023 4:00 p.m.

Join us for a weekend of fun that will empower your girls and make lifetime memories. Programs are designed to help you start or complete a badge and additional time outside of the park may be needed to meet badge requirements. Badges are not provided by park staff. Space is limited, so reservations are required and can be made by emailing Rebecca.Whalen@dcr.virginia.gov.

Saturday, September 9th

11 a.m.-12 p.m.: Ambassador Survival Camper - Know how to plan a successful camping trip. (only Step 4 will be completed)

1-2 p.m.: Solar Oven S'mores - Build your own solar cooker, and earn part of your Girl Scouts Eco Camper badge

Sunday, September 10th

9 a.m.-11 a.m.: Geocacher - Search for hidden treasures. (complete steps 1,2,4. Step 3 can be done beforehand.)

Other details

Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 804-796-4255
Email Address: Pocahontas@dcr.virginia.gov