Due to the expected impact of the winter storm, all Virginia State Park overnight facilities will be closed from Friday, Jan. 23 through Sunday, Jan. 25. This decision is based on the forecast for unsafe conditions and potential power outages. For updates click here.
Blobs in Our Backyard
Where
Fairy Stone State Park, 967 Fairystone Lake Dr., Stuart, VA 24171.
Beach Breezeway
When
Sept. 25, 2023. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Right now in Fairystone Lake, giant gelatinous blobs resembling brains can be found attached to stationary objects in the water, using their tentacles to feed. These harmless slime balls are called magnificent bryozoan and have existed for 500 million years. Join a ranger to find out more about these alien snot balls in our backyard.
Other details
Standard parking or admission fee applies: Yes.
Extra fee: No.
Registration required: No.
Children welcome: Yes.
Phone: 276-930-2424
Email Address: FairyStone@dcr.virginia.gov
Event types
Kids/Family | Outdoor/Nature/Natural History
Add to calendar
Find a Job at
Virginia State Parks
Order your Virginia State Parks
license plate
